Overview
Alexa J. Karkenny, MD, is an attending physician in the pediatric division of orthopedic surgery and Clinical Instructor at Montefiore-Einstein. Dr. Karkenny’s clinical interest is in the treatment of pediatric and adolescent musculoskeletal problems. She has particular focus on neuromuscular diseases affecting the extremities and the spine, complex pediatric and adolescent hip disorders, bone deformities, limb length discrepancies, scoliosis and traumatic injuries.
Dr. Karkenny is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Clubfoot, Knock Knees, Slipped Capital Femoral Epiphysis, Osteotomy, and Tenotomy.
Dr. Karkenny is board certified in American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery. She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 22 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Karkenny is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
3400 Bainbridge Avenue, Bronx, NY 10467
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
Hss Paramus-Midland Ave
Ernest Sink is a Pediatric Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in Paramus, New Jersey. Dr. Sink is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Slipped Capital Femoral Epiphysis, Collins Pope Syndrome, Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease (LCPD), Osteotomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Sink is currently accepting new patients.
Hss Paramus-Midland Ave
David Scher is a Pediatric Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in Paramus, New Jersey. Dr. Scher is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Clubfoot, Multiple Synostoses Syndrome 1, Acromicric Dysplasia, Osteotomy, and Tenotomy. Dr. Scher is currently accepting new patients.
Montefiore At 1250 Waters Place
Melinda S. Sharkey, MD, is an Attending Orthopedic Surgeon at Montefiore. She specializes in the operative and nonoperative treatment of general pediatric and adolescent musculoskeletal problems, including traumatic injuries, as well as congenital and developmental disorders. Her practice particularly focuses on the surgical treatment of bone deformities, foot deformities, limb length discrepancies, and metabolic bone diseases. Dr. Sharkey received her Bachelor of Arts in Biochemistry in 1999 at Wellesley College. In 2004, she received her Doctor of Medicine at the University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine. Dr. Sharkey completed an internship in General Surgery and a residency in Orthopedic Surgery at the University of California San Francisco from 2004 to 2009. She then completed a fellowship in Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia. Dr. Sharkey is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Blount Disease, Clubfoot, Knock Knees, Osteotomy, and Tenotomy. Dr. Sharkey is board certified in American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Sharkey is currently accepting new patients.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Alexa J. Karkenny
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Alexa J. Karkenny?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Alexa J. Karkenny by calling their office at 718-920-2060. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Alexa J. Karkenny a top-rated expert for Clubfoot?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Alexa J. Karkenny is classified as an Advanced expert for Clubfoot, 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. Alexa J. Karkenny specialize in?
While Dr. Alexa J. Karkenny is a Pediatric Orthopedics, they have specific expertise in Clubfoot, Osteotomy, and Knock Knees. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Pediatric Orthopedics.
Does Dr. Alexa J. Karkenny participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Alexa J. Karkenny has published 22 articles and abstracts on conditions like Clubfoot. You can view a list of Dr. Alexa J. Karkenny's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Alexa J. Karkenny accept my insurance?
Dr. Alexa J. Karkenny accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 718-920-2060 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- ClubfootDr. Karkenny isAdvanced. Learn about Clubfoot.
- OsteotomyDr. Karkenny isAdvanced. Learn about Osteotomy.
- Experienced
- Collins Pope SyndromeDr. Karkenny isExperienced. Learn about Collins Pope Syndrome.
- Knock KneesDr. Karkenny isExperienced. Learn about Knock Knees.
- Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease (LCPD)Dr. Karkenny isExperienced. Learn about Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease (LCPD).
- Slipped Capital Femoral EpiphysisDr. Karkenny isExperienced. Learn about Slipped Capital Femoral Epiphysis.
- TenotomyDr. Karkenny isExperienced. Learn about Tenotomy.