Dr. Gerald Williams Jr.

Dr. Gerald R. Williams Jr., MD

Dr. Gerald Williams Jr. is an orthopedic surgeon practicing in Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania. He is known for shoulder replacement, rotator cuff repair and shoulder instability.

John M. Fenlin Jr., MD Professor of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery at Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Thomas Jefferson University, Director of the Rothman Shoulder and Elbow Center, and Chairman of the Rothman Orthopaedic Institute Board of Directors.

Shoulder and elbow surgery restores movement and relieves pain from tears, arthritis and instability. Orthopedic surgeons are medical doctors who treat conditions of the bones, joints, ligaments, tendons and muscles.

About Dr. Gerald Williams Jr.

• Full Name: Gerald R. Williams Jr., MD, FAAOS
• Credentials: MD
• Specialty: Orthopaedic surgery (board certified)
• Subspecialty: Shoulder and elbow surgery
• Current Role: Director, Shoulder and Elbow Center, Rothman Orthopaedics
• Languages: English
• Gender: Male
• New Patients: Appointments through 800.321.9999 (Main Line Health)
• Telehealth: Not confirmed
• NPI: Not captured in this verification. Look up the NPI number on the NPPES NPI Registry (npiregistry.cms.hhs.gov).

Address and Contact

Rothman Orthopaedics, Bryn Mawr

• Address: 825 Old Lancaster Road, Suite 200, Bryn Mawr, PA 19010
• Appointments: 800.321.9999 (as listed by Main Line Health)

Appointment requests can be sent through the Book An Appointment button on this page. Office hours and patient portal details are not listed here unless the practice publishes them. Contact details verified September 30, 2026.

Specialties and Education

His published areas of care and procedures include:

• Shoulder replacement, including reverse shoulder arthroplasty
• Shoulder arthroscopy
• Rotator cuff repair
• Shoulder dislocations and instability

Education and Training

• Undergraduate: BS in Chemistry, Ursinus College
• Medical School: MD with honors, Temple University School of Medicine, 1980
• Internship and Residency: Orthopaedic surgery, University of Texas Health Science Center, San Antonio
• Fellowship: Shoulder surgery, University of Texas Health Science Center, San Antonio (1990)

Certifications, License and Affiliations

• Board Certification: Orthopaedic Surgery (recertified 2001)
• Hospital Affiliation: Main Line Health; co-Chief of the Division of Orthopaedic Surgery
• Memberships: SECEC/ESSSE corresponding member; SICOT; AAOS; ASES

Insurance

No current, verifiable list of accepted insurance plans was found for this doctor. Coverage is not assumed. Contact the practice or your insurance company to confirm coverage before scheduling an appointment.

Fees

Consultation fees, self-pay prices, payment methods and cancellation policy are not publicly listed. Ask the practice for current pricing when you book.

Professional Information

• President of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, 2016
• President of the American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons, 2009-2010
• Past President, Pennsylvania and Philadelphia Orthopaedic Societies; co-founder of the Mid-Atlantic Shoulder and Elbow Society
• Former AAOS Board member and Chair of the CME Courses Committee
• Earlier helped build the shoulder program at the University of Pennsylvania with Dr. Joseph Iannotti

Reviews and Ratings

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Verification

Key details on this page were checked against the public sources below on September 30, 2026. Official hospital, university and society sources were used first.

• Rothman Orthopaedics profile
• Main Line Health profile
• Rothman blog (AAOS presidency)
• Philadelphia Orthopaedic Society newsletter (2024)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Dr. Gerald Williams Jr. known for?

Dr. Gerald Williams Jr. is known for shoulder replacement, rotator cuff repair and shoulder instability.

Where does Dr. Gerald Williams Jr. practice?

He practices with Rothman Orthopaedics, with an office at 825 Old Lancaster Road, Suite 200, Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania, in the Philadelphia area.

What does an orthopedic surgeon do?

An orthopedic surgeon is a medical doctor who diagnoses and treats conditions of the bones, joints, ligaments, tendons and muscles, including fractures, arthritis, sports injuries, spine problems and joint replacement surgery.

How can I book with Dr. Gerald Williams Jr.?

Use the Book An Appointment button on this page to send a request. Confirm the office location, referral needs and availability before you visit.

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