Grayson P. Connors, DO

Orthopaedic Surgeon
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Surgical Coordinator

Gabriela Figueroa
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Dr. Grayson Connors is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon specializing in total joint replacement and revision surgery. Practicing at Winchester Hospital and operating in a state-of-the-art surgical center, he combines cutting-edge technology, minimally invasive techniques, and a deeply personalized approach to care—offering patients faster recoveries and exceptional long-term outcomes.

Dr. Connors completed his fellowship training in Adult Reconstruction Surgery through the prestigious Otto E. AuFranc Fellowship at New England Baptist Hospital, one of the nation’s leading institutions for orthopedic care. During his fellowship, he performed over 700 complex primary and revision procedures, mastering advanced techniques in hip and knee replacement.

He is highly regarded for his expertise in outpatient minimally invasive total hip and knee replacements, utilizing both the direct anterior and direct superior approaches to the hip. Intraoperative navigation technology plays a central role in his surgical planning and execution, allowing for real-time, patient-specific accuracy that leads to more consistent outcomes and quicker functional recovery.

Dr. Connors is the only surgeon in the region offering Jiffy Knee® rapid recovery knee replacement, an advanced muscle-sparing technique designed to preserve the body’s natural tissues and promote a smoother recovery. By minimizing soft tissue disruption and avoiding the quadriceps tendon, appropriate candidates may experience less postoperative pain, earlier mobility, and a faster return to daily life.

Dr. Connors is also at the forefront of robotic technology. He was the first in the region to offer robotic-assisted total knee replacements using the VELYS™ Robotic-Assisted Solution. This next-generation platform allows for precise balancing and alignment, which is especially important for active patients seeking a natural-feeling, long-lasting joint.

Beyond the operating room, Dr. Connors is a passionate educator and thought leader in the orthopedic community. He teaches at nationally recognized conferences, including the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) and the American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons (AAHKS). He also serves as a Key Opinion Leader (KOL) for several major orthopedic manufacturers, helping shape the future of implant design and surgical technique through research, innovation, and clinical insight.

Originally from Princeton, New Jersey, Dr. Connors was an All-American lacrosse player at Wesleyan University, where he developed the drive, discipline, and team mindset that now define his surgical approach. Outside of work, he enjoys golfing, exploring New England with his wife and dogs, and spending quality time with their five-month-old daughter, Lily—his greatest source of inspiration and joy.

Stay tuned—Dr. Connors will soon be launching an updated social media presence and YouTube channel featuring educational content, patient stories, and behind-the-scenes insights into modern joint replacement.

  • Visit my new website to learn more about your upcoming joint replacement and the advanced techniques we offer: www.drgraysonconnors.com
  • Follow along on Instagram at @drgraysonconnors to stay connected and informed.
  • Click HERE to visit my LinkedIn!
  • Wesleyan University, Middletown, CT - BA 2008
  • New York College of Osteopathic Medicine (NYCOM), Old Westbury, NY - DO 2014
  • Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine Orthopedic Surgery Residency, Philadelphia, PA - 2019
  • Otto E. Aufranc Fellowship at New England Baptist Hospital in Adult Reconstructive Surgery, Boston, MA - 2020
  • Reviewer for Arthroplasty Today Journal, American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons, 2018 - present
  • American Osteopathic Board of Orthopedic Surgery Board Certified - 2024

Dr. Connors' PubMed Publications

Decline in allogeneic blood transfusion usage in total hip arthroplasty patients: National Inpatient Sample 2009 to 2013

Midterm follow-up of total hip arthroplasty in a patient with contralateral Van Nes rotationplasty for congenital proximal femoral focal deficiency

Deep brain stimulation in DYT1 dystonia: a 10-year experience

Experimental/computational study of the electrochemical oxidation of cyclooctatetraene in protic media. Solvent effects

Other publications

Khlopas A., Connors G., Gwam C., Mistry J., Delanois R., Mont MA.; Complex Cases in Total Knee Arthroplasty: A Compendium of Current Techniques – Part I. Primary TKA, Section 8: Extra- Articular Deformity, Correction with the implant. (Textbook Chapter of Complex Cases in Total Knee Arthroplasty: A Compendium of Current Techniques; Part 1: Primary TKA (Springer Health); ISBN 978-3-319-69380-4

Connors, G., Graf, K. “Tibial Fracture Neurovascular Check Protocol at Cooper University Hospital (CUH): A Level 1 Trauma Center”. Publication in-use at CUH. (Kenneth Graf, MD; Director of Orthopedic Trauma—Camden, NJ), June 2017

 

Dr. Connors assists in the first-ever total hip replacement surgery with an FDA-cleared AR-based surgery system

The HipInsight system projects holograms on AR glasses that effectively give surgeons x-ray vision, so they can see what they need to see, when they need to see it, right inside the patient’s body.

Dr. Grayson Connors assists Dr. Stephen Murphy in performing the first FDA provided SPA with 501(k) clearance on January 28, 2021.

Check out the article, it is such an interesting read!

Watch the video below to see Dr. Connors' interview and to gain a better understanding of how the HipInsight system is used in the operating room!

First FDA-Cleared Augmented Reality Hip Replacement Surgery Using The HipInsight System

Dr. Connors is featured in Boston Magazine!

 

We could not be more proud of our newest member to the Excel team!

Click here for the link to Boston Magazine's post

Learn more about Dr. Connors' anterior approach to Total Hip Replacements by watching these informative videos.

Learn more about Dr. Connors' use of robotic assistance for Total Knee Replacement surgery

Learn more about Dr. Connors' use of Technology-Assisted Minimally Invasive Total Hip Replacement surgery

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