Total Orthopedics & Sports Medicine

02/01/2026

Behind the scenes with three of our most experienced spine surgeons 👀🔥

Dr. Avanesov, Dr. Lerman, and Dr. Levin — choppin’ it up between life-changing spine surgeries 🏥💪

World-class skill. Decades of experience. Zero ego.
Just surgeons who genuinely love what they do—and the people they do it for.

Gotta love ’em ❤️🦴

01/30/2026

🔊 SPEAK IT LIKE A SURGEON 👨‍⚕️🦶 | Featuring Dr. Amos Dai, Foot & Ankle Specialist at TOSM

What does “I rolled my ankle” really mean in surgeon-speak? 🤔

We asked Dr. Amos Dai, MD, board-certified foot and ankle orthopedic surgeon at Total Orthopedics and Sports Medicine, to break down your everyday phrases into hardcore medical lingo—and it’s 🔥.

🦶 From “my foot hurts when I walk” to “I think I broke something,” Dr. Dai turns up the doctor-speak like an F1 race-car taking off at the starting line 🏎️🚦

🎥 Don’t miss this one—educational ✔️, hilarious ✔️, totally binge-worthy ✔️

👟Struggling with ankle pain, sprains, fractures, or chronic foot issues?

👨‍⚕️ Book an appointment with Dr. Dai at our Long Island orthopedic locations—we treat everything from plantar fasciitis to Achilles tendon tears.

01/29/2026

🎥 WATCH THIS if you’re struggling with hip pain or mobility issues!

Orthopedic sports medicine expert Dr. Nicholas Montemurro breaks down everything you need to know about hip arthroscopy – from causes of hip pain to minimally invasive treatment options that get you back in action faster. 🏃‍♂️💪

✅ Learn how hip arthroscopy can help treat:
• Labral tears
• Femoroacetabular impingement (FAI)
• Hip joint injuries in athletes
• Chronic hip pain in active adults

🏥 Dr. Montemurro is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon at Total Orthopedics and Sports Medicine (TOSM), specializing in advanced hip preservation techniques for athletes and active individuals.

📍Serving patients across Long Island, NYC & New Jersey

📲 Don’t ignore your hip pain – early treatment = better outcomes.

🎯 Tag a friend dealing with hip pain or who needs to hear this!

👇 Drop your questions in the comments & follow us for more orthopedic insights!

01/29/2026

🎥 Just Diagnosed with a Rotator Cuff Tear? Here’s What You Need to Know.

If you’ve recently been told you have a rotator cuff tear, you’re not alone — it’s one of the most common causes of shoulder pain, weakness, and limited mobility we see in active adults.

👉 In this video, leading orthopedic shoulder surgeon Dr. Charles Ruotolo explains:
✅What a rotator cuff tear actually is
✅The difference between partial and full-thickness tears
✅Whether you need surgery or non-surgical treatment
✅What happens if you ignore it
✅And how to protect your shoulder from long-term damage

🩺 With over 20 years of experience and thousands of successful shoulder surgeries, Dr. Ruotolo uses advanced imaging and minimally invasive techniques to deliver personalized treatment plans for every patient — from weekend warriors to active professionals.

📍 Locations across Long Island, NYC, and New Jersey.

🌐 Book your consultation at totalorthosportsmed.com

01/27/2026

Hip Pain That Won’t Quit? It Might Be FAI.

That deep ache in your groin or that sharp hip pain with movement? It could be Femoral Acetabular Impingement (FAI) — a condition where abnormal bone shapes in the hip joint cause it to rub the wrong way ⚠️

Left untreated, it can wear down cartilage and lead to early arthritis. But here’s the good news 👉

At Total Orthopedics & Sports Medicine, Dr. Nicholas Montemurro uses advanced imaging and minimally invasive hip arthroscopy to diagnose and fix the problem — preserving your hip joint and getting you back to the activities you love 💪

🏃‍♂️ Designed for active adults
🔬 Evidence-based treatment
⏱️ Same-week consults available

Don’t let hip pain become a lifelong issue. Let’s catch it early and treat it right.

📍NY & NJ | 🗓️ Book now at totalorthosportsmed.com

01/27/2026

01/26/2026

Did you know hip replacements can actually help you live longer? 🤔

It’s not just about getting rid of pain — improved mobility leads to increased activity, better heart health, and even better mental well-being.

Dr. Eric Lepkowsky from Total Orthopedics explains how hip replacement surgery is transforming lives in more ways than one.

Struggling with hip pain? This could be your sign to take the next step.

01/23/2026

Surgical Precision, Decades in the Making ✨🦴

Today’s laminectomy wasn’t just a success — it was a masterclass in teamwork. 💪🔍

Dr. Leven and Dr. Lerman, senior spine surgeons at Total Orthopedics, and friends for over 10 years, brought their combined expertise (and decades of trust) into the OR once again. 👨‍⚕️👨‍⚕️

Their bond? Built on late-night cases, clinical breakthroughs, and a shared commitment to changing lives — one spine at a time. 🧠❤️‍🔥

Here’s to friendship, finesse, and flawless outcomes.

01/20/2026

Thinking about rotator cuff surgery?
Here are 3 things you need to know before making any decisions—especially number 3.

Shoulder expert and director of orthopedic surgery, Dr. Charles Ruotolo breaks it down with no fluff, just straight answers from one of the top shoulder surgeons in the country.

Shoulder pain holding you back? Don’t miss this.

01/18/2026

Scalpel, beat drop!💥

Ever wonder what surgeons listen to while performing precision orthopedic surgery?

Spoiler: It’s not classical… it’s ELECTRONIC all the way. 🦾🔊

From house to trance, the energy in the OR stays just as sharp as Dr. Dai’s technique.

🎧 Tap in to see how the right beat fuels surgical focus.

01/17/2026

🚨 ONE WEEK after HIP REPLACEMENT?! Believe it. 🙌

Meet Peggy — just 7 days post-op and already WALKING with 1% pain (yes, ONE percent)! 💯💃

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ “I am feeling fantastic”

That’s the power of advanced joint replacement with Dr. Eric Lepkowsky and the elite Total Orthopedics team. 💪🦴

Peggy’s story isn’t just inspiring — it’s PROOF that you don’t have to suffer with hip pain any longer.

👉 Starting Monday, joint replacements will be performed exclusively at our state-of-the-art Syosset Ambulatory Surgery Center — the future of orthopedic care is HERE. 🚀🏥

📍Expert care. Faster recovery. Real results.
Ready to get your life back? Call us today.