Alexandre B. de Moura, MD, and Timothy T. Roberts, MD, orthopaedic spine surgeons with New York Spine Institute, have been named 2026 Castle Connolly Top Doctors, marking the first time they have received this prestigious designation. Only 7 percent of the nation's licensed physicians are chosen each year as Castle Connolly Top Doctors for their specialties in their regions, according to the organization.
The recognition places de Moura and Roberts among an elite group of physicians selected through a rigorous peer-nomination process. Castle Connolly's physician-led research team evaluates nominees based on medical education, training, hospital appointments, and disciplinary histories. Doctors do not and cannot pay to be selected, ensuring the list reflects genuine professional esteem.
New York Spine Institute focuses on a broad range of spinal conditions, including degenerative disc disease, spinal stenosis, scoliosis, high-grade spondylolisthesis, herniated discs, spinal cord compression, vertebral tumors, and adult spine trauma. The institute features comprehensive, on-site diagnostics and treatment options, including advanced digital imaging, post-operative rehabilitation resources, and coordinated multi-specialty care pathways designed to streamline the patient experience from diagnosis through recovery.
Key procedures performed by de Moura and Roberts include anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF), anterior lumbar interbody fusion (ALIF), lateral lumbar interbody fusion (LLIF), transforaminal lumbar interbody fusion (TLIF), pedicle screw fixation, posterior cervical laminectomy and fusion, laminectomy, total disc replacement, and revision surgery.
Dr. de Moura received his medical degree from the Chicago Medical School. He completed an internship in general surgery and a residency in orthopaedic surgery at Temple University Hospital, followed by a fellowship in spine surgery at NYU Medical Center. He serves as an Assistant Clinical Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery at the NYU School of Medicine and has authored numerous multi-center clinical trials on lumbar arthrodesis.
Dr. Roberts earned his medical degree from Tufts University School of Medicine. He completed his residency in orthopaedic surgery at Albany Medical College and a spine surgery fellowship at the Cleveland Clinic. He is a Clinical Assistant Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery at NYU Langone Health and serves as an expert peer reviewer for prominent publications including Spine and The Spine Journal.
Both physicians are board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. The Top Doctors list is published at castleconnolly.com and in a variety of print and online partner publications.
The selection of de Moura and Roberts underscores the high level of expertise available at New York Spine Institute and highlights the importance of specialized orthopaedic care for patients with complex spinal conditions. Their academic and clinical contributions further strengthen the institute's reputation as a leader in spine surgery.
