Hamza Murtaza, MD

Dr. Hamza Murtaza is an orthopedic adult reconstruction surgeon specializing in both primary and complex hip and knee replacements. He has mastered every approach to the hip, especially the direct anterior approach, to optimize patient recovery. He also specializes in total and partial knee replacement, revision hip and knee surgeries, and general trauma injuries. His expertise includes the use of robotic-assisted and minimally invasive total joint replacement to ensure accurate placement of the implant and maximize and individualize patient outcomes. He is dedicated to developing evidence-based treatment plans tailored to meeting the personal goals of his patients.

Having been raised in the Capital Region of New York, Dr. Murtaza completed most of his training close to home. He graduated cum laude from SUNY Geneseo with a double major in biology and theatre. He then pursued his medical degree at SUNY Upstate Medical University in Syracuse, after which he matched at Albany Medical Center for his orthopedic residency training. He subsequently trained at the world-renowned orthopedic center for adult reconstructive surgery at NYU Langone Hospitals.

Following his year-long fellowship, Dr. Murtaza returned to Albany, New York, to serve his own community where he grew up.

In his free time, Dr. Murtaza enjoys traveling and spending time with his family.