Dr. Belay specializes in treating hip and knee arthritis. He is driven to restore his patients’ quality of life through an individualized approach to joint replacement surgery. Dr. Belay is committed to improving patient outcomes through the use of minimal invasive surgical techniques such as anterior total hip surgery and robotic-assisted surgery. In his free time, he enjoys soccer, hiking, exercise, and spending time with his family.
for Hip, Joint Replacement, Knee
Dr. Belay grew up in Houston, TX before moving Maryland. He obtained a bachelor degree in biochemistry from Case Western Reserve in Cleveland, OH and played collegiate soccer. He then spent nearly a decade in North Carolina where he received both his medical degree and orthopedic surgery training at Duke University.
Dr. Belay gained additional expertise in joint replacement surgery at the #1 orthopedic hospital in the country, Hospital for Special Surgery, which does approximately 12,000 joint replacement surgeries each year. He is sub-specialized in arthritis management, hip and knee reconstruction, robotic and revision surgery. Dr. Belay has several research publications in major orthopedic journals about improving joint replacement techniques, recovery and outcomes. He enjoys sharing this evidence with patients, so they are informed when considering joint replacement surgery.
Whether it is getting back to walking, hiking, sports or keeping up with grandchildren, Dr. Belay strives to get patients back to their lives. He believes in using a shared decision-making process to select the treatment that best fits your personal goals.
He and his wife are Duke Blue Devils fans and enjoy the ACC rivalry games, spending time as a family, and staying active.
“I have had both hips replaced; left 27 years ago and right 16 years ago. When it became apparent the need to replace the left device, although not looking forward to the procedure thought I knew the surgery and recovery protocol.
Dr. Elshaday Belay very patiently explained the necessary remedial operation, including how he would use robotics for accurate orientation for all phases of necessary update. He described the necessary incision and what to expect differently from the traditional first-time replacements. He has been accessible [for] questions and conversation post-op.
Dr. Belay has worked closely with Jennifer Ott of the PT recovery team to adjust exercises to best suit my recovery. My progress has been hard work, but exactly as Dr. Belay described.” – James L., replacing an existing hip replacement
Dr. Belay was excellent. He listened carefully to the details of my medical condition. Validated my concerns. Spelled out a clear path to full recovery. Carefully explained my options. When he aspirated my knee he proceeded in a very skilled manner with no pain and very little discomfort (and I am phobic of needles.) We agreed on the goals of the treatment. Could not have been better. From here forward Dr. Belay is my orthopedist.
Dr. Elshaday Belay is a very good doctor. I would highly recommend him to everyone. He was very personable, knowledgeable, and I appreciate him explaining things to me.
Dr. Belay has WONDERFUL bedside manner. He listened to our concerns. Answered all of our questions. He made us feel very comfortable during the appointment. Thank you Dr. Belay!
I was very impressed w/ Dr. Belay, his knowledge of some of my medical history, his willingness to work w/ me about concerns I have about my post-operative care (after discharge), & his knowledge about my orthopedic condition, specifically.
I was so impressed with Dr. Belay and the rest of the staff. I was made to feel comfortable with sharing my medical situation. I was very impressed by Dr. Belay’s knowledge and how clearly he communicates his diagnosis (though preliminary) of my problems. Then how best to proceed to complete that diagnosis for how best to determine the best solution for my ultimate treatment.
Dr. Belay grew up in Houston, TX before moving Maryland. He obtained a bachelor degree in biochemistry from Case Western Reserve in Cleveland, OH and played collegiate soccer. He then spent nearly a decade in North Carolina where he received both his medical degree and orthopedic surgery training at Duke University.
Dr. Belay gained additional expertise in joint replacement surgery at the #1 orthopedic hospital in the country, Hospital for Special Surgery, which does approximately 12,000 joint replacement surgeries each year. He is sub-specialized in arthritis management, hip and knee reconstruction, robotic and revision surgery. Dr. Belay has several research publications in major orthopedic journals about improving joint replacement techniques, recovery and outcomes. He enjoys sharing this evidence with patients, so they are informed when considering joint replacement surgery.
Whether it is getting back to walking, hiking, sports or keeping up with grandchildren, Dr. Belay strives to get patients back to their lives. He believes in using a shared decision-making process to select the treatment that best fits your personal goals.
He and his wife are Duke Blue Devils fans and enjoy the ACC rivalry games, spending time as a family, and staying active.
“I have had both hips replaced; left 27 years ago and right 16 years ago. When it became apparent the need to replace the left device, although not looking forward to the procedure thought I knew the surgery and recovery protocol.
Dr. Elshaday Belay very patiently explained the necessary remedial operation, including how he would use robotics for accurate orientation for all phases of necessary update. He described the necessary incision and what to expect differently from the traditional first-time replacements. He has been accessible [for] questions and conversation post-op.
Dr. Belay has worked closely with Jennifer Ott of the PT recovery team to adjust exercises to best suit my recovery. My progress has been hard work, but exactly as Dr. Belay described.” – James L., replacing an existing hip replacement
Dr. Belay was excellent. He listened carefully to the details of my medical condition. Validated my concerns. Spelled out a clear path to full recovery. Carefully explained my options. When he aspirated my knee he proceeded in a very skilled manner with no pain and very little discomfort (and I am phobic of needles.) We agreed on the goals of the treatment. Could not have been better. From here forward Dr. Belay is my orthopedist.
Dr. Elshaday Belay is a very good doctor. I would highly recommend him to everyone. He was very personable, knowledgeable, and I appreciate him explaining things to me.
Dr. Belay has WONDERFUL bedside manner. He listened to our concerns. Answered all of our questions. He made us feel very comfortable during the appointment. Thank you Dr. Belay!
I was very impressed w/ Dr. Belay, his knowledge of some of my medical history, his willingness to work w/ me about concerns I have about my post-operative care (after discharge), & his knowledge about my orthopedic condition, specifically.
I was so impressed with Dr. Belay and the rest of the staff. I was made to feel comfortable with sharing my medical situation. I was very impressed by Dr. Belay’s knowledge and how clearly he communicates his diagnosis (though preliminary) of my problems. Then how best to proceed to complete that diagnosis for how best to determine the best solution for my ultimate treatment.
