Alexander H. Tejani
Expertise in
3
conditions
Expertise in
3
conditions
3333 Hylan Boulevard, 
Staten Island, NY 

Overview

Alexander H. Tejani, M.D., is a board certified, fellowship-trained sports medicine and general orthopedic surgeon. He specializes in shoulder, knee, and hip arthroscopy as well as general orthopedics. A native New Yorker and an avid runner, Dr. Tejani understands the importance of physical well-being and activity.He attended Boston College in Massachusetts where he graduated with a focus in Mathematics. After graduation, Dr. Tejani remained in Massachusetts to complete the Medical Sciences Program at Boston University School of Medicine. Dr. Tejani traveled to Washington, DC where he earned his medical doctorate with distinction from the George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences. He completed his residency in Orthopaedic Surgery at the SUNY Downstate Medical Center in Brooklyn, NY. While completing his Sports Medicine fellowship with the Ochsner Clinic Foundation, under the tutelage of Director Dr. Deryk Jones; he was an assistant team doctor to the New Orleans Saints, New Orleans Pelicans, and the University of New Orleans basketball team, as well as nationally ranked high school football teams.Whether it is through operative or non-operative means, Dr. Tejani s goal is to combine his fellowship-trained expertise with the latest innovative treatments to help his patients lead healthier and happier lives. Dr. Tejani has researched, published, and presented on hip and shoulder arthroscopy, cartilage repair, meniscal tears, and other orthopedic topics. In conjunction with his tenure at Healthcare Associates in Medicine, a division of Orlin & Cohen Medical Specialists Group, Dr. Tejani served as team physician for the Staten Island Yankees minor league team, the Class A Short Season affiliate of the New York Yankees. He continues to serve as team physician for Wagner College, and many local Staten Island high school teams.

Dr. Tejani is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Frozen Shoulder, Tendinitis, Bursitis, and Hip Replacement.

His clinical research consists of co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.

Graduate Institution

George Washington University School Of Medicine

Residency

State University of NY Health Science Center/Brooklyn

Specialties

Sports Medicine
Orthopedics

Licenses

Orthopaedic Surgery in NY

Fellowships

Ochsner Medical Center - Main Campus

Hospital Affiliations

Staten Island University Hospital

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Aetna
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  • HMO
  • POS
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  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
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UnitedHealthcare
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VNS Health
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Walgreens
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Wellcare
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Locations

Healthcare Associates in Medicine
3333 Hylan Boulevard, Staten Island, NY 10306
Other Locations
Northwell Health at Tyrellan Avenue
101 Tyrellan Avenue, 4th Floor, Staten Island, NY 10309

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.


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Is Dr. Alexander H. Tejani a top-rated expert for Osteoarthritis?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Alexander H. Tejani is classified as an Advanced expert for Osteoarthritis, 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. Alexander H. Tejani specialize in?

While Dr. Alexander H. Tejani is a Sports Medicine, they have specific expertise in Osteoarthritis, Frozen Shoulder, and Tendinitis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Sports Medicine.

Does Dr. Alexander H. Tejani participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Alexander H. Tejani has published 1 articles and abstracts on conditions like Osteoarthritis. You can view a list of Dr. Alexander H. Tejani's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Alexander H. Tejani accept my insurance?

Dr. Alexander H. Tejani accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 718-667-7500 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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