Dr. Paul Sherbondy is interested in patellofemoral instability research. He has investigated the use of magnetic resonance imaging to evaluate the offset between the trochlea of the femur and the attachment of the patellar tendon on the tibia. His research has helped to identify what degree of offset may be a risk factor of patellofemoral instability.

Additionally, his research in this area has looked at new measurement ratios which may be more accurate indicators of patellofemoral instability risk.

Dr. Sherbondy is also investigating the novel use of tissue suture anchors further repair of the distal biceps tendon.

Dr. Paul Sherbondy has an interest and commitment to medical education at all levels. He has hosted and served as a mentor for many students from high school through fellowship level. Dr. Sherbondy is an active faculty member for the Penn State Health Family and Community Medicine Residency and Primary Care Sports Medicine and Orthopedic Sports Medicine fellowships.

In addition, Dr. Sherbondy is the director for the Penn State College of Medicine’s MD student surgery clerkship in University Park.

Dr. Paul Sherbondy's clinical interest is the care of the injured athlete. He has 20 years of experience caring for Division I athletes and expertise in open and arthroscopic knee and shoulder surgeries. Dr. Sherbondy also has a thriving general orthopedic practice and has extensive experience with hand, wrist, elbow, ankle and foot injuries. He takes care of patients of all ages, whether they are athletes or not. Dr. Sherbondy performs total knee replacements.

Board-certified in Orthopaedic Surgery, American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, 2002