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Elliot Decker, MD, is a highly respected and fellowship-trained physician who specializes in hand and wrist surgery at MidJersey Orthopaedics in Flemington, New Jersey.
Dr. Decker graduated from Le Moyne College in Syracuse, New York, earned his medical degree from Georgetown University in Washington, DC, and finished his studies with a residency at New York Medical College and St. Vincent’s Hospital in New York City.
He’s also completed numerous fellowships, including a fellowship in hand surgery at the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York City, and a fellowship in foot and ankle surgery at Lahey Hospital and Medical Center in Burlington, Massachusetts. He also was awarded two fellowships with the National Institute of Health, one in bone pathology at the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York City, and another in bone metabolism at the University of Connecticut in Storrs, Connecticut.
Dr. Decker stays active in his field as a member of numerous professional organizations, including the American College of Sports Medicine, the Philadelphia Hand Society, the New Jersey Orthopaedic Society, the American Medical Association, the Medical Society of the State of New Jersey, and the Hunterdon County Medical Society. He also holds leadership positions in several institutions, serving as a member of the board of trustees for the United States Department of Health and Human Services, the vice-chairman of the Harrisburg Medical Center Foundation, and a past president of the Hunterdon County Medical Society.
In his practice, Dr. Decker has expertise in hand and wrist surgery, foot and ankle surgery, general orthopaedics, and sports injuries and conditions. He’s also highly skilled in shockwave therapy, “no crutch” foot surgery, minimal incision carpal tunnel surgery, and treating work-related injuries and conditions. He prides himself on developing treatment plans that are unique to each patient.
“That was definitely one of my best doctors visits ever. I actually called people after to tell them how well it went. Mainly because Dr. Viradia took the time to genuinely listen to my concerns, his bedside manner is stellar, he talked to me like I matter and not in a superior Dr way, and he was fun and funny. I felt seen and heard and taken care of. He was recommended to me and it couldn’t have worked out better. ”
As a board-certified and fellowship-trained orthopaedic surgeon, Robert More, MD, treats patients at MidJersey Orthopaedics in Flemington, New Jersey. He was named a top doctor by New Jersey Monthly in 2018.
Dr. More is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery with subspecialty certification in sports medicine. He’s a member of numerous professional organizations, including the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, the American Orthopaedics Society for Sports Medicine, the American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons, the Academy of Medicine of New Jersey, and the American Medical Association.
In his practice at MidJersey Orthopaedics, Dr. More specializes in sports medicine, knee replacements, shoulder problems, and general orthopedics and trauma. He strives to provide an exceptional overall patient experience and is inspired by seeing his patients get back to their daily activities after treatment.
He was named a Top Doctor by New Jersey Monthly Magazine in 2018 and 2020, and by Castle Connelly in 2021.
“That was definitely one of my best doctors visits ever. I actually called people after to tell them how well it went. Mainly because Dr. Viradia took the time to genuinely listen to my concerns, his bedside manner is stellar, he talked to me like I matter and not in a superior Dr way, and he was fun and funny. I felt seen and heard and taken care of. He was recommended to me and it couldn’t have worked out better. ”
Eric Gordon, MD, boasts a strong work ethic, expert training, and a compassionate bedside manner while serving patients throughout the Flemington and Bridgewater, New Jersey, communities. Through his work with the team at MidJersey Orthopaedics, Dr. Gordon focuses on total knee replacements, partial knee replacements, total hip replacements, and more.
Dr. Gordon attended Cornell University in Ithaca, New York, for his undergraduate studies. He moved on to Joan & Sanford I. Weill Medical College of Cornell University in New York City for medical school. After graduation, Dr. Gordon completed his residency training at New York Orthopedic Hospital and New York-Presbyterian/Columbia University Medical Center in Manhattan, New York. He then underwent additional fellowship training in adult reconstruction at the Insall Scott Kelly Institute for Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine Lenox Hill Hospital also located in Manhattan.
Dr. Gordon is board-certified by the American Board of Orthopedic Surgeons and is a fellow of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons. He is also a member of the American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons, the International Society for Technology in Arthroplasty, and Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society. In addition to his clinical work, Dr. Gordon holds a faculty appointment at Hunterdon Medical Center in Flemington, New Jersey.
“That was definitely one of my best doctors visits ever. I actually called people after to tell them how well it went. Mainly because Dr. Viradia took the time to genuinely listen to my concerns, his bedside manner is stellar, he talked to me like I matter and not in a superior Dr way, and he was fun and funny. I felt seen and heard and taken care of. He was recommended to me and it couldn’t have worked out better. ”
As a highly-trained board-certified orthopedic surgeon, Richard Chang, MD, has established himself as one of the leading orthopedists in the area. As part of the team at MidJersey Orthopaedics in Flemington and Bridgewater, New Jersey, Dr. Chang treats a wide variety of disorders of both the lower and upper extremities, including the knee, hip, ankle, shoulders, and more.
Dr. Chang obtained his undergraduate degree at Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore, Maryland, graduating with honors. He then completed medical school at the New York University School of Medicine in New York. Dr. Chang underwent his residency training at Thomas Jefferson University and the Rothman Institute, both in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, as well as Nemours/Alfred I. duPont Hospital for Children in Wilmington, Delaware, and Cooper University Hospital in Camden, New Jersey.
Dr. Chang then completed several fellowships, including hand and upper extremity, shoulder, and pediatric hand and upper extremity care at multiple hospitals throughout New York City and Dallas, Texas.
Dr. Chang is board-certified by the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery and is a member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons Somerset County Medical Society and the Contractor Advisory Committee for Novitas Medicare JL Region. In addition, he serves as the President and on the Board of Directors for the New Jersey Orthopedic Society, and has been recognized as a New Jersey Top Doctor by NJ Top Docs. Dr. Chang has also earned the distinction of being recognized in Castle Connolly’s list of America’s Top Orthopedic Surgeons.
“That was definitely one of my best doctors visits ever. I actually called people after to tell them how well it went. Mainly because Dr. Viradia took the time to genuinely listen to my concerns, his bedside manner is stellar, he talked to me like I matter and not in a superior Dr way, and he was fun and funny. I felt seen and heard and taken care of. He was recommended to me and it couldn’t have worked out better. ”
Dr. Richard Chang, MD
Orthopedic Surgeon
8100 Wescott Drive
Flemington, NJ 08822
4.9(11)
4.9
(12)
Dr. Philip Glassner, MD
Orthopedic Surgeon 43.7 mi
Philip Glassner, MD, is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon at MidJersey Orthopaedics in Flemington and Bridgewater, New Jersey. He’s a three-time New Jersey Monthly top doctor and was Hunterdon Medical Center’s physician of the year in 2013.
Dr. Glassner graduated magna cum laude from Tufts University in Boston, Massachusetts. He earned his medical degree from the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey (now known as Rutgers New Jersey Medical School) in Newark, New Jersey, and completed his residency at the New York University Hospital for Joint Diseases in New York City. He finished his training with a fellowship in hip and knee arthroplasty at Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston, Massachusetts.
Dr. Glassner is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgeons. He holds membership in several professional organizations, including the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, the American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons, the Hunterdon County Medical Society, the New Jersey Orthopedic Society, and the Medical Society of the State of New Jersey. He also has a faculty appointment at the Hunterdon Medical Center in Flemington, New Jersey.
In his practice, Dr. Glassner has notable expertise in primary and revision hip and knee replacement, partial knee replacement, and arthroscopy of the knee. He takes the time to design treatment plans that are best suited to his patient’s individual needs and works closely to ensure successful recovery from surgery. He’s passionate about helping people recover from limited ability and get back to their daily routines as soon as possible.
Dr. Glassner has also been the recipient of NJ Top Doc for the last eight years (2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023), the Castle Connolly Top Doctors Award (2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023) and NJ Monthly Bone and Joint Select 2023.
“That was definitely one of my best doctors visits ever. I actually called people after to tell them how well it went. Mainly because Dr. Viradia took the time to genuinely listen to my concerns, his bedside manner is stellar, he talked to me like I matter and not in a superior Dr way, and he was fun and funny. I felt seen and heard and taken care of. He was recommended to me and it couldn’t have worked out better. ”
Dr. Philip Glassner, MD
Orthopedic Surgeon
8100 Wescott Drive
Flemington, NJ 08822
4.9(12)
4.9
(11)
Dr. Thomas St John, MD
Orthopaedic Spine Surgeon 43.7 mi
With unparalleled compassion and experience, Thomas St. John, MD, helps his patients at MidJersey Orthopaedics in Flemington, New Jersey, overcome extreme pain and limited mobility to regain their quality of life. As a board-certified orthopedic spine surgeon, he specializes in spine surgery, adult hip reconstruction, and knee reconstruction.
Dr. St. John graduated magna cum laude from Boston College in Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts, with a Bachelor of Science in biology. He earned his medical degree with distinction in research from the State University of New York at Stony Brook in Stony Brook, New York, and completed his residency at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He stayed at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital for a fellowship in adult reconstruction and spine surgery.
Dr. St. John is board-certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery and stays active in his field with membership in the North American Spine Society, the Jefferson Orthopaedics Society, and the American Academy of Hip and Knee Surgeons. He’s also a member of the American Medical Association, the Hunterdon County Medical Society, and the New Jersey Orthopaedic Society. He holds a faculty appointment at Hunterdon Medical Center in Flemington, New Jersey.
When treating new patients, Dr. St. John insists on learning their entire medical history to provide informed and effective treatment. His primary goal is to get his patients back to the life they remember, helping numerous people overcome their pain and recover from injury.
Daniel Torino, MD, is a distinguished orthopaedic surgeon with a wide range of expertise. With a passion for improving patients' lives, Dr. Torino brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to MidJersey Orthopaedics, practicing out of the Washington and Bridgewater, New Jersey, locations.
Dr. Torino completed his undergraduate studies at Lehigh University in Bethlehem, PA, where he earned his Bachelor of Science degree. He continued to Ross University School of Medicine in Dominica, West Indies, where he obtained his medical degree. Following medical school, he completed an internship in General Surgery at the University of Pennsylvania and a residency at Geisinger Medical Center in Danville, PA. To further refine his skills, Dr. Torino completed a fellowship at Allegheny Health Network Drexel University in Pittsburgh, PA.
Dr. Torino specializes in Minimally Invasive Direct Anterior Hip Replacement, Adult Hip and Knee Reconstruction, Minimally Invasive Partial Knee Replacement, Computer Navigation and Robotic Assisted Surgery, Revision Arthroplasty, General Orthopaedics, and Trauma. He is an active member of prominent professional organizations, including the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgery, the American Academy of Hip and Knee Surgeons, the Eastern Orthopaedics Society, and the American Medical Association.
Dr. Torino's impact extends beyond clinical practice. He holds faculty appointments at Hunterdon Medical Center and Hunterdon Center for Surgery, contributing to medical education and training. His special interests include enhanced recovery outpatient surgery and fitness, reflecting his holistic approach to patient care.
At MidJersey Orthopaedics, Dr. Torino is committed to providing compassionate, innovative, and personalized orthopaedic care. His expertise and dedication make him an invaluable asset to the medical community in Washington and Bridgewater, New Jersey.
“That was definitely one of my best doctors visits ever. I actually called people after to tell them how well it went. Mainly because Dr. Viradia took the time to genuinely listen to my concerns, his bedside manner is stellar, he talked to me like I matter and not in a superior Dr way, and he was fun and funny. I felt seen and heard and taken care of. He was recommended to me and it couldn’t have worked out better. ”
George Gorgy, MD, is a board-eligible orthopaedic surgeon specializing in spinal procedures and surgeries at Mid-Jersey Orthopaedics in Bridgewater and Washington, New Jersey. Throughout his career, Dr. Gorgy has contributed to pioneering research in his field and has won multiple awards for his work. Today, he uses his expertise to provide patients with top-of-the-line spinal care at Mid-Jersey Orthopaedics.
Dr. Gorgy began his schooling at Rutgers University in New Brunswick, New Jersey. After completing his bachelor’s, he continued with medical school at Rutgers New Jersey Medical School in Newark, New Jersey. He completed a residency at Rutgers Health-Monmouth Medical Center in Long Branch, New Jersey, before fellowship training at Hospital for Special Surgery/Cornell Medical Center in Manhattan, New York City.
At Mid-Jersey Orthopaedics, Dr. Gorgy’s primary specialties include spinal fusion surgery, cervical disc replacement, and minimally-invasive robotic surgery for conditions like spinal stenosis, fractures, and degenerative disc disease. Patients trust Dr. Gorgy to guide them through the treatment process and answer their questions in detail.
To set up an appointment with Dr. Gorgy for a spinal evaluation and treatment consultation, call Mid-Jersey Orthopaedics in Bridgewater or Washington, New Jersey, or schedule a visit online today.
“That was definitely one of my best doctors visits ever. I actually called people after to tell them how well it went. Mainly because Dr. Viradia took the time to genuinely listen to my concerns, his bedside manner is stellar, he talked to me like I matter and not in a superior Dr way, and he was fun and funny. I felt seen and heard and taken care of. He was recommended to me and it couldn’t have worked out better. ”
Dr. George Gorgy, MD
Orthopedic Surgeon
8100 Wescott Drive
Flemington, NJ 08822
4.9(10)
4.9
(335)
Dr. Peter Wenger, MD,
Sports Medicine Physician 45.7 mi
4.9(335)
3131 Princeton Pike
Building 4A, Suite 100
Lawrenceville, NJ 08648
Peter C. Wenger, MD, is an orthopedic and non-operative sports injury specialist at Princeton Sports and Family Medicine, P.C., in Lawrenceville, New Jersey. He is board certified in both family medicine and sports medicine.
Dr. Wenger graduated magna cum laude from Loyola College with a Bachelor of Science in biology. He attended and earned his medical degree from Drexel University College of Medicine in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Wenger then completed a surgical internship at Rush University in Chicago, Illinois, and was promoted with highest honors.
Afterward, he completed his residency in family medicine with an emphasis in orthopedics at Hackensack Meridian Health Mountainside Medical Center. Finally, he completed his training at the University of Pittsburgh – Center for Sports Medicine, where he graduated from the Shadyside Hospital Sports Medicine Fellowship with distinguished honors.
Dr. Wenger brings a unique approach to sports medicine care with his comprehensive understanding of family medicine, sports medicine, and surgery. As a multisport athlete himself, he understands a patient’s desire to safely return to their sport.
“Unfortunately, I have been a patient of Dr. Wengers’ for about 10 years now… too long and too much time spent with him for someone my age (52) in my opinion! But of course this is not Dr. Wenger‘s fault. It’s just the reason I see him. He is the latest (and greatest) in a line of orthopedists I’ve seen since turning 30. Dr. Wenger is one of the most compassionate and dedicated medical doctors I know. He enjoys his work very much. In fact he lives it as an athlete himself. In general he has a lust for life that permeates his day… and that includes work. Dr. Wenger is a non-surgical orthopedist so no need to fear the knife when you see him… although he can tap into an excellent network of surgeons if/as needed. At least this has been my experience to date. One of Dr. Wengers’ strongest suits is his diagnostic acumen. As a practicing Prosthodontist I know that arriving at an appropriate diagnosis, while at times challenging, is vital and helps direct the most appropriate treatment suggestions. This skill is complemented by his through examination and his encyclopedic knowledge of anatomy and the biomechanics of the human body. In any case, at the very least, having Dr. Wenger weigh in with an opinion can only be a good thing… and may be a great thing for you. There’s more to say (all +) but you can discover this yourself if you choose to pick up the phone. Good luck and I hope you don’t have to have a relationship with Dr. Wenger for 10 years like me! ”
Dr. Peter Wenger, MD,
Family Physician
3131 Princeton Pike
Building 4A, Suite 100
Lawrenceville, NJ 08648
4.9(335)
4.9
(243)
Dr. Richard Levandowski, MD,
Sports Medicine Physician 45.7 mi
4.9(243)
3131 Princeton Pike
Building 4A, Suite 100
Lawrenceville, NJ 08648
Richard Levandowski, MD, specializes in orthopedic medicine and primary care medicine at Princeton Sports and Family Medicine, P.C., in Lawrenceville, New Jersey. He is a primary care sports medicine specialist who is board certified in sports medicine and family medicine.
Dr. Levandowski spent ten years as a team physician and the Director of Athletic Medicine at Princeton University in New Jersey. He then became the Director of the Institute for Sports Medicine Institute, where he started the Sports Medicine Fellowship that is now part of Robert Wood Johnson Medical School in New Brunswick, New Jersey.
Dr. Levandowski has been a team physician at the Pan American Games, World Athletics Championships for USA Track and Field, and Princeton Training Camps for the USRowing, as well as for the Haitian National Athletics Team and Intercollegiate Tennis Association. Dr. Levandowski is deeply proud of his long association with Special Olympics New Jersey and is honored to be named the Head Physician for the 2014 Special Olympics USA Games.
Jason Jolliffe, DPM, DABPM is a podiatrist with comprehensive training in reconstructive foot and ankle surgery. Dr. Jolliffe specializes in treating a wide range of foot and ankle pathologies, both surgically and conservatively.
Dr. Jolliffe’s area of focus includes bunions, hammertoes, sports medicine, minimally invasive surgery techniques, wound care, limb salvage, and trauma and ankle replacement surgery. He is a proud New Jersey native committed to providing his patients with the highest level of care.
After earning his Bachelor of Arts from Swarthmore College, Dr. Jolliffe continued his education at Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine. He later completed his residency at Morristown Medical Center, New Jersey’s top-ranked hospital. In his third year, he served as chief resident and completed multiple certifications. These certifications included the prestigious Baltimore Limb Deformity Course and the ACFAS Arthroscopy Course of the Foot and Ankle.
He is board certified by the American Board of Podiatric Medicine and an Associate member of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons.
In his spare time, he enjoys traveling, watching movies, golfing, and spending time with his wife and golden retriever.
Amish Naik MD PHD Orthopedics Surgery is a full-service orthopedic practice that offers cutting-edge technology for diagnosing and treating bone and joint conditions and injuries. Amish Naik, MD, PhD, is an experienced, board-certified orthopedic surgeon, he provides women, men, and children in the North Jersey and New York Metropolitan areas a seamless, patient-first therapeutic experience. Because injuries and debilitating pain can strike at any time. Naik is a member of the RWJ Barnabas Orthopedic Group and is affiliated with the following hospitals and surgery centers: Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center in Livingston New Jersey, Jersey City Medical Center in Jersey City New Jersey, Short Hills Surgery Center in Melbourne New Jersey, and Livingston Surgery Center in Livingston New Jersey.
Read more about our practice and quality care here.
Amish Naik MD PHD Orthopedics Surgery is a full-service orthopedic practice that offers cutting-edge technology for diagnosing and treating bone and joint conditions and injuries. Amish Naik, MD, PhD, is an experienced, board-certified orthopedic surgeon, he provides women, men, and children in the North Jersey and New York Metropolitan areas a seamless, patient-first therapeutic experience. Because injuries and debilitating pain can strike at any time. Naik is a member of the RWJ Barnabas Orthopedic Group and is affiliated with the following hospitals and surgery centers: Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center in Livingston New Jersey, Jersey City Medical Center in Jersey City New Jersey, Short Hills Surgery Center in Melbourne New Jersey, and Livingston Surgery Center in Livingston New Jersey.
Read more about our practice and quality care here.
SPECIALTY Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery Complex and Revision Spine Surgery Motion Preserving Spine Surgery Scoliosis, Kyphosis, and Spinal Deformity Surgery
BOARD-CERTIFIED American Board of Orthopedic Surgery
SPINE SURGERY FELLOWSHIP San Diego Center for Spinal Disorders: San Diego, CA
ORTHOPEDIC SURGERY RESIDENCY University of Connecticut: Farmington, CT
MEDICAL SCHOOL University of Maryland; Baltimore, MD Research Fellow, Erasmus University, Netherlands
UNDERGRADUATE SCHOOL Cornell University, College of Arts and Science
*accelerated coursework Johns Hopkins University and University of Chicago
Dr. Vikas V. Varma
Vikas V. Varma, MD, is a fellowship-trained and board-certified orthopedic surgeon at Manhattan Orthopedics, with locations in Midtown Manhattan, and Astoria, in New York. He embraces a patient-centered approach to shared decision making, with an emphasis on understanding patients as people, and getting them back to their active lifestyles as soon as possible.
In this regard, Dr. Varma combines his unique skills and training to use minimally invasive surgical techniques whenever possible. A meticulous surgeon, Dr. Varma comes from a family of physicians and prides himself on his ethical, personalized, detail-oriented approach to patient care.
As a published author, researcher, and surgeon educator, Dr. Varma has been invited to speak at domestic and international spine meetings to share his knowledge and expertise. He is an experienced surgeon, widely respected in Manhattan, known for his advanced technical surgical skills, and conservative multimodal approach to spine care. Dr. Varma specializes in the treatment of common adult degenerative conditions such as stenosis, spondylolisthesis, and herniated discs, as well as complex conditions such as spinal deformity surgery and revision surgery.
Dr. Vikas Varma holds an appointment at the Icahn School of Medicine, where he is an Assistant Clinical Professor of Spine Surgery in the Department of Orthopedics. He is also an attending spine surgeon at Mount Sinai Medical Center of Manhattan. He received his undergraduate bachelor’s degrees from Cornell University, where he was a 4-year Division I athlete. He also completed accelerated coursework at Johns Hopkins University and the University of Chicago. He then received his doctorate in medicine from the University of Maryland prior to matriculating to the University of Connecticut, where he completed a surgical internship followed by a residency in Orthopedic Surgery, serving as Chief Resident.
He was then selected as a fellow in the San Diego Spine Fellowship, under the direct tutelage of Dr. Behrooz Akbarnia, a world-renowned spine surgeon, and former president of the prestigious Scoliosis Research Society, the leading international society for the study of complex spine conditions. During his fellowship year, Dr. Varma treated many domestic and international patients with complex and rare spinal conditions in both the adult and pediatric populations, including major spinal reconstruction for spinal deformity, and revision surgery. He also was fortunate to receive training in advanced minimally invasive surgery and motion preservation surgery as a part of the comprehensive fellowship program.
Dr. Varma is an active member of the Scoliosis Research Society and dedicated faculty member within the Mount Sinai Department of Orthopedics where he is routinely involved in teaching medical students, orthopedic surgery residents, as well as fellows as part of the Sinai Spine Fellowship program. In the past, he has served as the Chief of Spine Surgery at Mount Sinai Hospital of Queens and Saint Barnabas Hospital.
In 2009, Dr. Varma performed the first Extreme Lateral Interbody Fusion(XLIF) at the Mount Sinai Medical Center and remains committed to minimally invasive surgery techniques. In 2017, he performed the first Oblique Lateral Interbody Fusion (OLIF) at Mount Sinai. He is routinely involved in teaching surgeons around the country as well as international surgeons, regarding these advanced techniques.
His interests include complex spine surgery, revision spine surgery, and spinal deformity surgery, as well as the use of minimally invasive techniques in complex spine conditions to better facilitate patient recovery and improved patient outcomes.
“I was unhappy with my experience with Dr. Varna. The office itself was fine, Toni (receptionist) and Crystal (nurse) were very nice and helpful; Dr. Varna on the other hand was interruptive and did not make proper time for me to explain my issues. He made assumptions about my health based on my age and gender during our conversation, and I did not feel that I was able to properly explain myself to give him an accurate picture of the situation at hand. The conversation was continuously interrupted by Dr. Varna's questions, while i was mid-sentence, and I would get cut off before I finished my full thoughts. In the end, I was referred to see another kind of specialist, a month of yoga classes, and to come back in six weeks if my situation hasn't improved which, for $350, is an absolute disgrace. This conclusion would’ve sufficed if I felt he had a comprehensive idea of the issue, but I did not. I felt like this appointment was rushed and inconclusive, which I would never expect at such a high self-pay price. Being a young woman and having to work hard to advocate for yourself to doctors is already difficult as is, and Dr. Varna was unsuccessful in making me feel like my issues were heard and properly addressed. The ridiculous medical bill just adds insult to injury. I will not be returning to this center and I would not recommend it to my friends or relatives. ”
Dr. Vikas Varma, MD
Orthopedic Surgeon
41 Clark St.
Brooklyn, NY 11201
4.7(52)
Dr. Guillermo Duarte Prieto, MD
Orthopedic Surgeon 4.1 mi
SPECIALTY Orthopedic Surgery Sports Medicine Foot & Ankle Surgery
FELLOWSHIP Medstar - Union Memorial Hospital, Baltimore MD
RESIDENCY Lenox Hill Hospital, New York, NY Orthopedic Surgery
INTERNSHIP Mt. Sinai Hospital Surgery
MEDICAL SCHOOL Mount Sinai School of Medicine
UNDERGRADUATE SCHOOL Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, MD
Dr. Guillermo Duarte
Guillermo Duarte, MD, is a fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon practicing at Manhattan Orthopedics which has locations in Brooklyn Heights, Midtown Manhattan and Astoria, Queens, in New York City. Dr. Duarte specializes in non-operative and operative management and care of the foot and ankle – including sports and tendon injuries, degenerative arthritic disorders, bunions and hammertoes, hindfoot deformities, flat foot, arthroscopic surgery, and fracture care.
Dr. Duarte received his bachelor’s degree from Johns Hopkins University. He then completed medical school at Mount Sinai School of Medicine and an orthopedic residency at Lenox Hill Hospital. He completed fellowship training at Union Memorial under the tutelage of Dr. Lew Schon and other world-renowned foot and ankle specialists.
Dr. Duarte focuses on ensuring that patients understand their condition and collaborates with them to tailor treatment plans that take into account each patient’s specific needs. He is passionate about ensuring that his patients of all ages remain functional during recovery and return to their daily activities in a safe but timely manner.
Dr. Duarte is fluent in both Spanish and English, making him accessible to patients from a variety of cultural backgrounds.
Michael Rieber, MD, is a skilled orthopedic surgeon who offers conservative and minimally invasive care for patients at Orthopedics Unlimited in Livingston, New Jersey. Dr. Rieber always tries to find alternative treatments to surgery. When surgery is needed, he is proud to provide state-of-the-art arthroscopy and robotic surgery.
Dr. Rieber earned his medical degree from New York Medical College in Valhalla, New York. He went on to pursue further training through an orthopedic surgery residency at Albany Medical Center in Upstate New York. Dr. Rieber completed his sports medicine fellowship at Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center in Hershey, Pennsylvania.
In the early 2000s, Dr. Rieber realized there was a need for more surgical joint replacement treatments as he observed patients struggling to recover from broken hips. This insight led him to develop an institute that improves the overall experience of those who need a total joint replacement in the hospital. The changes recognized include pre-operative planning, better nurse-patient ratios, and a customized recovery experience.
Another patient-focused solution Dr. Rieber volunteered to implement was pioneering the breakthrough anesthetic drug Exparel during knee surgeries. The pain medication numbs the area where it was administered for up to three days, providing more comfort to the patient post-surgery. Dr. Rieber's patients claimed that their life had improved only a week after surgery because of greater mobility.
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