Fellowship-Trained Hip & Knee Replacement Surgeon Specializing in Rapid Recovery Joint Replacement
Salvador Forte, DO is a fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon specializing in hip and knee replacement surgery, with advanced expertise in both primary and complex revision joint reconstruction. He focuses on restoring mobility and improving quality of life for patients with advanced hip and knee conditions through individualized, evidence-based care.
Dr. Forte has extensive training in modern joint replacement techniques, including minimally invasive hip and knee replacement surgery, the direct anterior approach to hip replacement, partial knee replacement, robotic-assisted procedures, and artificial intelligence–assisted surgical planning. His practice emphasizes rapid-recovery, outpatient joint replacement protocols designed to help patients return to activity as safely and efficiently as possible.
Introduction to DISC Sports & Spine Center
Dr. Forte completed his medical degree at the New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine, followed by orthopedic surgery residency at the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. During his residency, he trained at leading institutions including the Rothman Orthopaedic Institute and the Rubin Institute for Advanced Orthopedics, where he gained extensive experience in complex hip and knee reconstruction. He went on to complete a fellowship in hip and knee replacement surgery at North Shore University Hospital & Long Island Jewish Medical Center.
During his training, Dr. Forte published multiple peer-reviewed journal articles and presented research at national orthopedic conferences, contributing to advancements in joint replacement techniques and perioperative care. He remains committed to ongoing innovation in multimodal pain management, rapid recovery pathways, and surgical optimization for complex joint disease.
His clinical expertise includes hip and knee replacement, revision joint reconstruction, robotic knee replacement, inflammatory arthritis of the hip, patellofemoral disorders, and periprosthetic joint infection management. He practices at multiple leading hospitals, including HCA Florida JFK North Hospital, HCA Florida JFK Hospital, HCA Florida Palms West Hospital, Jupiter Medical Center, and Palm Beach Gardens Medical Center.
Originally from Queens, New York, Dr. Forte is proud to serve a diverse community. He lives in Palm Beach County with his wife and family and enjoys spending time outdoors in the Florida sun.
Dr. Forte takes a highly personalized approach to care, working closely with each patient to understand their goals—whether that means returning to sports, improving daily mobility, or simply enjoying time with family. He is dedicated to combining advanced surgical techniques, compassionate care, and modern technology to deliver exceptional outcomes in hip and knee replacement surgery.
