Dr. David F. Dalury specializes in total knee replacement and hip replacement. Dr. Dalury and his team of dedicated nurses, anesthesiologists, and therapists have created a rapid recovery program focused on enhanced pain management and early recovery. This program allows patients a quicker return to their desired daily activities.
David F. Dalury, M.D.
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More About Dr. Dalury
Dr. David Dalury is a graduate of Dartmouth Medical School. He did a fellowship at the Harvard Hospitals, where he was trained in total joint replacement surgery. He is a Clinical Professor of Orthopedic Surgery at University of Maryland Medicine, an Associate Professor at Johns Hopkins University, and Chief of Orthopaedics at University of Maryland St Joseph Medical Center. In addition, he is a member of numerous medical societies and associations and has written extensively for peer-reviewed publications.
Patient Resources
- Before and After Pictures of Total Knee and Hip Arthroplasty (PDF)
- Patient Information Websites for Hip and Knee Replacement (PDF)
- Pain Management Publication (PDF)
- Current & Innovative Pain Management Techniques in Total Knee Arthroplasty (PDF)
- More Information on Specific Procedures
Additional Patient Resources (Printable PDFs)
- Your Knee Replacement Guide
- Your Hip Replacement Guide
- Your Osteoarthritis Replacement Guide
- Your Joint Replacement Physical Therapy Guide
Research, Current Studies
Dr. Dalury is very interested in medical research. He maintains a database that stores information about the implants that he uses. Regular periodic X-ray examination is important to monitor the prosthesis’ fixation, and potential wear of the plastic and metal articulations. These X-rays enable Dr. Dalury to compare to the previous ones and check outcomes of the total joint replacement. Dr. Dalury recommends follow-up examinations at approximately six weeks postoperatively, followed by approximately twelve weeks, one year and then every two to three years. This information is strictly confidential and, as with all medical records, is never shared without your permission. You may be approached, on occasion by Dr. Dalury and his staff, to participate in specific research studies. These studies are strictly voluntary. They follow specific and strict guidelines and protocols, and will require your informed consent if you decide to participate.
For questions regarding clinical research please contact:
Danielle Chapman
Research Coordinator
410.337.7900
New Presentations at National Meetings (2018-2019)
“Polyethylene only revisions have excellent outcomes in revision total knee” presented at the Knee Society and the American Association of Orthopedic Surgeons (AAOS), 2018.
“Ignore the patella in revision total knee” presented at the American Association of Hip and Knee Surgery (AAHKS) meeting, 2018. 
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“Femoral stems are tolerant of malposition” presented at the AAHKS meeting, 2018. PDF Opens in New Window
“Narcotic usage in a group of patients undergoing TKR” presented at the AAHKS meeting, 2018. PDF Opens in New Window
“Update on THR” and “Pain Management following TKR” and the role of robots in THR to be presented at AAOS, 2019.
“The Natural History of Radiolucencies following Uncemented TKR at 9 Years” presented at AAOS, 2019. PDF Opens in New Window
Appointments, Memberships
Appointments
Head of AAHKS Patient Education Committee
Clinical Professor of Orthopaedics at University of Maryland Medicine 2013
Adult Reconstruction Knee Program Subcommittee, 2008 to 2011
Johns Hopkins University, Assistant Professor, Orthopaedic Surgery, 1992
University of Maryland St. Joseph Medical Center, Associate Medical Staff, Department of Surgery, Division of Orthopaedics, December 1990
Chief, Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Maryland St. Joseph Medical Center, 2003 to present
Chief, Adult Reconstructive Surgery, University of Maryland St. Joseph Medical Center, 1995 to present
Greater Baltimore Medical Center, Associate Staff, Department of Surgery
Division of Orthopaedic Surgery, September 1991
Children’s Hospital, Active, Orthopaedic Staff, January 1991
The Children’s Hospital & Center for Reconstructive Surgery, Inc., Chief of Orthopaedics, 1993-1996
Professional Organization Memberships
Contact This Provider
Dr. Dalury sees patients at the following Towson Orthopaedic Associates’ locations:
Related Articles
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Baltimore Top Docs – April, 2014: Joint Surgery
U.S. News and World Report
125 Outstanding Knee Surgeons
Dr. Dalury Inducted in the Healing Hands Guild
New Study Published by the Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery
UM SJMC Named a Top 25 Hospital Nationwide for Knee Revision
Operation Walk
University of Maryland St Joseph Medical Center’s Dr. David Dalury
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Patient Reviews
Dr. Dalury is the Best!
Dr Dulury is the best. He is a straight shooter. He won’t do any unnecessary procedures and he knows what is best and backs it up with reasearch/facts.
Beth J.
March 20, 2019
Thank You for Giving Me My Life Back!
Dr. Dalury did my right TKR in June and the left in July. I was back to work in two weeks. I am now three months and two months post op with 130 degree bend and zero and -1 extension.
I cannot thank Dr. Dalury and his amazing, talented, compassionate staff enough for giving… me my life back…I am 55 and was walking like I was 90.
Now, I have two perfect knees to enjoy life and especially my grandson!
Don’t hesitate to do the surgery…it was truly one of the easiest to recover from.
From office to OR, this is one skilled team! Read more “Thank You for Giving Me My Life Back!”
Karen D.
October 2, 2019
The Best!
l was so blessed to come to Dr.Dalury
l had to have total knee replacement
people ask how lm doing so well
l say l had the best dr the best team and the best hospital thanks everyone
Lisa B.
April 25, 2019