
Overview
Dr. Ajay S. Padaki is an orthopaedic surgeon who specializes in the treatment of shoulder, hip, knee and elbow injuries. His focus is on both minimally-invasive, advanced arthroscopic treatment for joint preservation in addition to total joint replacements and fracture surgery. He has been recognized as one of New York s TopDoctors.Dr. Padaki studied medicine at Columbia University, the nation s oldest medical school, where he earned the New York Orthopaedic Hospital distinguished graduate award for demonstrating the most clinical aptitude and acumen to advance the field. He completed his prestigious surgical residency at Columbia University s Orthopaedic Surgery Department, where he served as an executive chief resident in his final year while helping care for Columbia University and Fordham University athletes. He concluded his training with a fellowship in the historic shoulder surgery and sports medicine division at the University of California, where he served as an assistant team physician to both Major League Baseball s San Francisco Giants and the University of California.His research interests include investigations into advancing treatment and novel surgical techniques for ACL reconstructions, shoulder replacements, shoulder dislocations, cartilage/joint preservation and hip arthroscopy. He has published over 40 peer-reviewed manuscripts and abstracts and has presented his research internationally. Dr. Padaki resides in Brooklyn and enjoys playing basketball, golf, tennis and squash in his free time. He has served on research and medical missions to Central and South America.
His clinical expertise encompasses Tendinitis, Bursitis, Tennis Elbow, Pigmented Villonodular Synovitis, and Endoscopy.
Dr. Padaki is board certified in American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 27 peer reviewed articles.
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Locations
833 Northern Boulevard, Suite 220, Great Neck, NY 11021
1872 Bellmore Avenue, Bellmore, NY 11710
415 Crossways Park Drive, Woodbury, NY 11797
Clinical Research
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Ajay S. Padaki
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Ajay S. Padaki?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Ajay S. Padaki by calling their office at 516-622-7900. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Ajay S. Padaki a top-rated expert for Tendinitis?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Ajay S. Padaki is classified as an Experienced expert for Tendinitis, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Ajay S. Padaki specialize in?
While Dr. Ajay S. Padaki is a Sports Medicine, they have specific expertise in Tendinitis, Bursitis, and Endoscopy. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Sports Medicine.
Does Dr. Ajay S. Padaki participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Ajay S. Padaki has published 21 articles and abstracts on conditions like Tendinitis. You can view a list of Dr. Ajay S. Padaki's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Ajay S. Padaki accept my insurance?
Dr. Ajay S. Padaki accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 516-622-7900 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- Achilles Tendon RuptureDr. Padaki isExperienced. Learn about Achilles Tendon Rupture.
- ArthritisDr. Padaki isExperienced. Learn about Arthritis.
- Baker CystDr. Padaki isExperienced. Learn about Baker Cyst.
- BursitisDr. Padaki isExperienced. Learn about Bursitis.
- EndoscopyDr. Padaki isExperienced. Learn about Endoscopy.
- Frozen ShoulderDr. Padaki isExperienced. Learn about Frozen Shoulder.

