Paul J. Favorito, M.D., chose to be a physician because of �the opportunity to provide someone with better health � there is no greater thing you can do.� But it was an interest in the body's musculoskeletal system, and a love of sports, that led him to specialize in orthopaedic surgery and sports medicine.

�The musculoskeletal system, that's what makes us go �round and �round,� he says. �Bones and muscles are responsible for the things we love to do.�

A lifelong athlete, Dr. Favorito was captain of his college squash team, which was ranked 11th in the nation. He is also a marathon runner, tennis player and fly-fishing enthusiast, although he admits that the rigors of medical training left little time to pursue those interests.

After completing a residency in orthopaedic surgery, Dr. Favorito accepted a fellowship in sports medicine with the physicians from Wellington because of their �excellent reputation.� This culminated in an offer the sports lover could not refuse: a chance to work with the Cincinnati Bengals� team physician, Robert Heidt, Jr., M.D., and the opportunity to join a renowned orthopaedic practice.

The thrill of working with athletes aside, Dr. Favorito enjoys caring for the diverse range of general orthopaedic patients. �Some people think you have to be an athlete to be treated by a sports medicine specialist,� he explains. �To me, everyone is an athlete. Our goal is to get you back to work, and back to your life.�

Married and the father of two, Dr. Favorito sees patients in Mt. Auburn, Anderson Township and Eastgate.

Certifications

• Board Certified, American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery