Montefiore Einstein Orthopedic Surgery

Montefiore Einstein Orthopedic Surgery NYC-based orthopedic doctors and surgeons. Serving Manhattan, Westchester, and the Bronx.

Back to work in just two weeks. 💪When a 41-year-old school bus driver developed severe leg pain, numbness, and progressi...
04/30/2026

Back to work in just two weeks. 💪

When a 41-year-old school bus driver developed severe leg pain, numbness, and progressive weakness from a large lumbar disc herniation, even the ankle control needed to safely operate pedals became difficult. For someone whose livelihood depends on lower extremity strength and precision, that neurological deficit was significant.

Under the care of Dr. Taikhoom Dahodwala, he underwent a minimally invasive endoscopic spinal decompression at Mount Vernon Hospital. Just two weeks later, his leg pain was nearly gone, neurological function had fully returned, and ankle strength improved back to normal, allowing him to safely return to work.

This kind of recovery shows how timely minimally invasive spine surgery can restore more than comfort. It can restore function, confidence, and daily life.

World-class orthopedic care, closer than you think. 📍For patients in Westchester County, Montefiore Einstein Orthopedics...
04/29/2026

World-class orthopedic care, closer than you think. 📍

For patients in Westchester County, Montefiore Einstein Orthopedics offers the largest and most comprehensive orthopedic program closest to home, with advanced specialty care across every area of musculoskeletal health.

Backed by the strength of an academic medical center and nationally recognized expertise, patients have access to leading specialists, innovative treatment options, and coordinated care without traveling far.

04/28/2026

From engineering to orthopedic surgery, Dr. Alexa Karkenny found her path through problem-solving and patient care.

Originally drawn to science, engineering, and even veterinary medicine, Dr. Karkenny discovered that orthopedic surgery offered the perfect balance of technical thinking and hands-on care. Early experiences shadowing in pediatric orthopedics helped shape that decision, showing her the impact of caring for children and families through both straightforward and highly complex conditions.

That engineering mindset still plays an important role today, bringing a strong focus on innovation, precision, and problem-solving to every patient she treats at Montefiore Einstein Orthopedics. 🩺

Cleared for opening day ⚾Yesterday, our Sports Medicine physicians, together with colleagues in Rehabilitation Medicine,...
04/27/2026

Cleared for opening day ⚾

Yesterday, our Sports Medicine physicians, together with colleagues in Rehabilitation Medicine, completed preseason physicals for New York Boulders ahead of the upcoming season.

We’re proud to once again be chosen as team physicians for the Boulders and look forward to supporting them throughout another exciting year on the field.

Help recognize the strength of residency training at Montefiore Einstein.Nearly 90% of graduating medical students use D...
04/27/2026

Help recognize the strength of residency training at Montefiore Einstein.

Nearly 90% of graduating medical students use Doximity's Residency Navigator to research residency programs, making physician nominations an important part of how future residents evaluate where to train.

Board-certified physicians can complete the Nomination Survey and nominate up to five residency programs in their specialty that provide the strongest clinical training. These nominations directly influence how programs are ordered on Residency Navigator and help highlight institutions committed to excellence in education, mentorship, and patient care.

Current residents and alumni who graduated within the past 10 years can also contribute through the Satisfaction Survey, sharing feedback that helps future applicants better understand the residency experience.

If you believe in the quality of training, leadership, and clinical experience our residents receive, we encourage you to make your voice heard and support Montefiore Einstein Orthopedic Surgery.

22 months after a reverse shoulder replacement, Ivonne is back to doing what she loves, pain-free and stronger than befo...
04/23/2026

22 months after a reverse shoulder replacement, Ivonne is back to doing what she loves, pain-free and stronger than before. 💪

After struggling with significant shoulder pain that made it difficult to work as a school bus driver, Ivonne underwent a left reverse shoulder replacement with Dr. Gruson at Montefiore Einstein. Today, she is back behind the wheel, back to work, and back to everyday life with restored function and confidence.

For patients living with severe shoulder pain, procedures like reverse shoulder replacement can be life-changing, helping relieve pain, improve strength, and restore mobility when other treatments are no longer enough.

Stories like Ivonne’s are a reminder of what orthopedic care is really about: helping people return to the routines, work, and independence that matter most.

04/22/2026

For Dr. Bang H. Hoang, advancing musculoskeletal oncology means building something bigger than one program. At Montefiore Einstein, the connection between high-volume clinical care and scientific discovery creates an environment where complex orthopedic cancers can be studied and treated at the same time.

As Co-Director of Orthopedic Oncology, Director of the Musculoskeletal Oncology Lab, and Research Director for Orthopedic Surgery, Dr. Hoang’s work spans both the operating room and the laboratory. His focus includes benign and malignant bone and soft tissue tumors, metastatic bone disease, pathologic fractures, complex reconstruction, and investigational therapies for sarcoma.

What makes this work especially powerful is the ability to combine the clinical experience of a busy orthopedic oncology service with collaboration from basic scientists and data scientists at Albert Einstein College of Medicine. That partnership helps drive deeper understanding of complex diseases and supports research aimed at improving outcomes for patients facing rare and challenging musculoskeletal cancers.

A nationally recognized leader in the field, Dr. Hoang is also the first orthopedic surgeon in the United States to receive a K08 Career Development Award from the National Cancer Institute for research in children’s bone cancer, reflecting a career dedicated to pushing orthopedic oncology forward.

Back to soccer, 9 months after surgery ⚽After a fall from a railing caused a left knee quadriceps tendon avulsion, this ...
04/21/2026

Back to soccer, 9 months after surgery ⚽

After a fall from a railing caused a left knee quadriceps tendon avulsion, this young patient was treated by Dr. Mauricio Drummond and the pediatric orthopedic team at Montefiore Einstein. He underwent a successful open repair and has made an impressive recovery, now returning to soccer drills and getting back to the game he loves.

This kind of outcome reflects the impact of timely diagnosis, expert surgical care, and a strong commitment to rehabilitation, helping young patients return to movement, confidence, and play.

04/20/2026

Training the next generation of surgeons takes depth, diversity, and real-world experience. 🩺

At Montefiore Einstein, residents train in a uniquely diverse environment that exposes them to a wide range of patients, conditions, and surgical techniques from day one.

Their first year builds a strong medical foundation through rotations in emergency medicine, general medicine, general surgery, and vascular surgery. By the second year, training becomes more specialized, with focused experience in orthopedics, trauma, adult reconstruction, pediatric orthopedics, hand surgery, plastic surgery techniques, and podiatry.

By the third year, residents are immersed in reconstructive foot and ankle surgery and trauma, refining the skills that prepare them for independent practice and long-term surgical excellence.

It is a comprehensive pathway designed to build confident, highly capable surgeons ready for the future.

An inspiring day at our 2026 Faculty Retreat, bringing together the people behind the clinical care, research, education...
04/17/2026

An inspiring day at our 2026 Faculty Retreat, bringing together the people behind the clinical care, research, education, and innovation that continue to move Montefiore Einstein Orthopedic Surgery forward. From meaningful collaboration to thoughtful discussion around the future of our department, it was energizing to see the depth of work happening across every area of our team.

Days like this are a reminder that excellence is built not only in the operating room and clinic, but also through shared ideas, academic leadership, and a commitment to continuously improving how we care for patients and train the next generation of orthopedic specialists. Proud of all that our faculty continues to accomplish, and excited for what’s ahead in 2026 and beyond.

04/16/2026

A distal radius fracture is one of the most common wrist injuries, often caused by a fall onto an outstretched hand.

While many people simply call it a wrist fracture, the distal radius is the larger of the two bones in the forearm and plays a major role in wrist movement and function.

Depending on the severity of the break, treatment may involve surgery using plates and screws to restore normal anatomy, support healing, and help patients regain motion sooner.

With the right treatment plan, outcomes are highly predictable, helping patients get back to daily life with strength and confidence. 💪

Congratulations to our PGY4 residents on their fellowship matches!This milestone reflects years of hard work, dedication...
04/15/2026

Congratulations to our PGY4 residents on their fellowship matches!

This milestone reflects years of hard work, dedication, long hours, and an unwavering commitment to patient care. We are incredibly proud of all they’ve accomplished and excited to see where their next chapter takes them.

Your future programs are gaining outstanding surgeons, and we know each of you will continue to make a meaningful impact in orthopedics.

And stay tuned, we’re still waiting on one more exciting update, as Wilfrido Castillo is participating in the hand fellowship match and will learn his result next month.

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Who Is Montefiore Orthopedics?

At the heart of Montefiore Orthopedics is an extraordinary team of board-certified orthopedic surgeons, podiatrists, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, technicians, and staff who provide specialized care to patients from the New York metropolitan area and across the nation.

Patients of all ages come to us for our expertise in: hip, knee, foot and ankle, shoulder, hand, spine, sports medicine and orthopedic oncology.

You will experience the utmost in care whether you have a common problem such as carpal tunnel syndrome or require the most delicate spinal procedures.