Held on May 3, 2025, at Drexel University’s Health Sciences Building in Philadelphia, the Drexel Orthopedic Research Day — organized by Drexel’s Orthopedic Surgery Interest Group — brought together alumni, faculty and students to celebrate the community’s achievements. The event began with a welcome from Doger Norceide, MD ’27, and June Hoang, MD ’27.
The morning featured alumni specialty lectures moderated by Asif Ilyas, MD, MCPHU ’01, MBA, associate dean of clinical research and academic vice chair of orthopedic surgery, with presentations from alumni including David Galos, MD ’10, Kimberly Zambito, MD, MCPHU ’02, and Manish Patel, MD, MCPHU ’00.
A poster session featured 22 abstracts presented by MD students, addressing clinical challenges and innovations in orthopedic care. Topics ranged from surgical techniques and prosthetic complications to mental health impacts and sustainability in pediatric orthopedics. During lunch MD students gave podium presentations, with Norceide serving as moderator.
After lunch, Patel delivered a keynote address, followed by an awards presentation. Overall, the event fostered collaboration, celebrated Drexel’s orthopedic legacy, and highlighted emerging research shaping the future of musculoskeletal medicine.
