Dr. Andrew J. Trontis is a board-certified, fellowship-trained orthopedic spine surgeon recognized for his expertise in minimally invasive, motion-preserving, and robotic-assisted spinal procedures. Dr. Trontis brings exceptional training and state-of-the-art spine care to Progressive Spine & Orthopaedics in Englewood, Clifton, and Edison.
Dr. Andrew J. Trontis is a fellowship-trained orthopaedic spine surgeon and New Jersey native with expertise in minimally invasive, motion-preserving, and robotic-assisted spinal surgery. He earned his bachelor’s degree from Moravian University and received both his master’s and medical degrees from Drexel University College of Medicine. He completed his orthopaedic surgery residency at MedStar Union Memorial Hospital in Baltimore, Maryland.
Dr. Trontis went on to complete advanced fellowship training at the renowned Cedars-Sinai Spine Center in Los Angeles—a combined orthopaedic and neurosurgical program focused on the full spectrum of spinal disorders. He also received specialized training in orthopaedic traumatology at the University of Maryland's R. Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center and pediatric orthopaedics at Johns Hopkins Children’s Center.
He is skilled in treating complex spinal conditions, including degenerative disc disease, spinal deformity, trauma, and revision surgeries. His clinical focus includes minimally invasive techniques, cervical and lumbar disc arthroplasty, and the use of advanced navigation and robotics.
Dr. Trontis completed his prestigious spine surgery fellowship at the Cedars-Sinai Spine Center in Los Angeles, one of the nation’s top combined orthopaedic and neurosurgical programs.
He holds a Doctor of Medicine and Master of Science from Drexel University College of Medicine and earned his undergraduate degree in Psychology on the Pre-Medical track at Moravian College.
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Certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery (2023–2033), Dr. Trontis has been a practicing orthopaedic spine surgeon since 2021 and joined Progressive Spine & Orthopaedics in 2025.
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Dr. Trontis is a published author and national thought leader in spine surgery. Since 2019, he has served as a reviewer for The Spine Journal and was the Administrative Editor for the second edition of Spinal Instrumentation: Challenges and Solutions. His research contributions and commitment to advancing spine care have earned him widespread professional recognition.
In 2020, he was honored with the North American Spine Society’s prestigious “20 Under 40” Award. Earlier in his career, he received the Roger H. Michael Resident Research Award (2017), further highlighting his dedication to innovation and excellence in the field.
Dr. Trontis plays an active role in shaping the future of spine care through leadership positions in national societies. He has served on multiple committees within the North American Spine Society (NASS), including the Early Career Advisory Council, Research Funding Committee, Member Feedback Committee, and as Chair of the Education Project Implementation Subcommittee.
He is also involved with the Scoliosis Research Society (SRS), contributing to both the Awards and Scholarships Committee and the Website Committee. Previously, he served on the board of the Maryland Orthopaedic Association.
In addition to his surgical practice, Dr. Trontis serves as a reviewer for The Spine Journal and sits on the North American Spine Society’s National Research Committee. He is also a member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and the Scoliosis Research Society.
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