dr. mark shekhman, md, faaos, frcsc & Sarianne Lynn, FNP-B

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With nearly two decades of experience, Dr. Mark Shekhman is dedicated to helping patients overcome joint pain so they can stay active and enjoy life. He brings world-class training and a patient-centered approach to the Hartford community, specializing in advanced hip and knee procedures.

Dr. Shekhman completed his medical degree at the University of Toronto, followed by residency training at the University of British Columbia. He pursued further training in hip surgery at the Princess Elizabeth Orthopaedic Hospital in Exeter, England, and went on to complete a prestigious Fellowship in Adult Reconstruction and Joint Replacement at the Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) in New York City — ranked #1 in orthopedics nationwide.

Board-certified in Orthopedic Surgery, Dr. Shekhman focuses on complex hip and knee conditions. He is highly experienced in outpatient same-day joint replacement, robotic-assisted surgery, partial replacements, patellofemoral arthroplasty, hip resurfacing, arthroscopy, and revision surgery. He is a proud partner at Orthopedic Associates of Hartford and is a leader at Hartford Hospital’s Bone & Joint Institute and was among the first surgeons to bring outpatient joint replacement to Connecticut. He is also among the few surgeons in the region skilled in both Birmingham Hip Resurfacing and anterior hip replacements, offering patients a wide range of personalized options.

As an Assistant Professor in the Department of Orthopedic Surgery at the University of Connecticut, Dr. Shekhman is actively involved in teaching, training future surgeons, and contributing to research that advances orthopedic innovation. In recognition of his contributions to the orthopedic field, he was honored by the Arthritis Foundation in 2013.

Professional Affiliations:

• Board Certified, American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons 
• Member, American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons 
• Member, Connecticut Orthopedic Society 
• Fellow, Royal College of Physicians & Surgeons of Canada
• Member, American Jewish Medical Association
   

Outside of his medical practice, Dr. Shekhman lives in the Hartford area with his wife, their three fast-growing boys, and two Labrador Retrievers. In his free time, he enjoys skiing, tinkering with cars, mountain biking, and traveling.

Sarianne Lynn, FNP-BC is a board-certified family nurse practitioner (AANP) specializing in conservative hip and knee care and pre-surgical optimization. Drawing on advanced training at Georgetown University (MS), with a BSN from the University of Miami and a BA from Norwich University, she blends clinical expertise with a compassionate, patient-centered approach to help individuals reduce pain, regain mobility, and return to what they love.

Sarianne provides same-day in-office procedures—including joint injections and aspirations—and designs clear, evidence-based plans that may include activity modification, targeted therapy, and medication management. When surgery is appropriate, she partners closely with Dr. Mark Shekhman to guide patients through a streamlined optimization process and attentive follow-up for a safe, efficient recovery.

Outside the clinic, Sarianne is married and a mom to three young children. She enjoys traveling and running with her dog—and she brings that same energy and practicality to every patient visit. Her goal is simple: help you move comfortably again, whether that means hiking, running, or keeping up with kids and grandkids.