
Overview
Melissa Wasserstein is a Pediatrics provider in Bronx, New York. Dr. Wasserstein is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Acid Sphingomyelinase Deficiency (ASMD), Niemann-Pick Disease, Reticulohistiocytoma, and Splenomegaly.
Her clinical research consists of co-authoring 83 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
3415 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.
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Dr. Sarwahi, heads the Center for Minimally Invasive Scoliosis Surgery and the Center for Advanced Pediatric Orthopedics at Cohens Children s Medical Center, which brings together a dedicated team of fellowship-trained Scoliosis surgeons, neurologists, anesthesiologists, hospitalists, nursing staff and others in state of the art treatment of scoliosis. Few centers in the world offer this technique, technology and team approach.Dr Sarwahi was the Edwin Warner Ryerson Fellow in Pediatric Orthopaedics at Northwestern University Medical School in Chicago. and completed another fellowship in spine deformity at the Hospital for Special Surgery of Cornell University, New York. This extensive training uniquely qualifies him to treat children and adolescents with the expertise of a spine surgeon and the approach of a pediatric orthopaedic surgeon. He is an active member of the Scoliosis Research Society, North American Spine Society and the Society for Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery.Dr Sarwahi has pioneered the minimally invasive scoliosis surgery for idiopathic scoliosis and published the first journal article in the world in the August 2011 issue of Scoliosis and a two-year follow up in the May 2014 issue of the Journal of Spinal Disorders & Techniques. Dr Sarwahi is leading the field again by providing this approach to children with neurological disorders. He is actively involved in basic and clinical science research, and has won numerous national and international awards and nominations. Russell Hibbs science Award (2015, 2013 nomination Scoliosis Research Society),Thomas Whitecloud Award ( 2014, 2014 nomination, 2011 won, Scoliosis Research Society), Young Investigator Research Award- clinical and basic science (2013, 2013 Pediatric Orthopaedic Society of North America), Value Award (North American Spine Society 2013 nomination), Richard D Selznik, MD Award (2013, 2011, 2010, 2009, 2006 Albert Einstein College of Medicine), Louis Goldstein Award (2010 nomination, Scoliosis Research Society), Teacher Of the Year Award 2009, Albert Einstein College Of Medicine, Bronx, New York, Joseph L Posch, MD Award 2004, Best Paper-American Association of Hand Surgeons, 2004 are some of the many. He has co-edited the textbook Spondylolisthesis: Diagnosis, Non-Surgical Management, and Surgical Techniques.Dr Sarwahi is ranked by Becker s Spine review amongst the 12 spine surgeons performing minimally invasive scoliosis surgery in the country. He has been invited by multiple organizations and has presented his technique at a half day course organized by the Scoliosis Research Society at its 47th Annual meeting. His surgical innovations and surgical results have been profiled by NY Daily News, NY1, the Journal News, Sanjay Gupta at www.everydayhealth.com/sanjay-gupta/star-tennis-play etc. He is actively involved in the training of fellows, residents and medical students and annually donates his time to the education of spine surgeons in India. Dr. Sarwahi is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Scoliosis, Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis, Kyphosis, Spinal Fusion, and Osteotomy.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Melissa P. Wasserstein
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Melissa P. Wasserstein?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Melissa P. Wasserstein by calling their office at 718-741-2323. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Melissa P. Wasserstein a top-rated expert for Acid Sphingomyelinase Deficiency (ASMD)?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Melissa P. Wasserstein is classified as an Elite expert for Acid Sphingomyelinase Deficiency (ASMD), 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. Melissa P. Wasserstein specialize in?
While Dr. Melissa P. Wasserstein is a Pediatrics, they have specific expertise in Acid Sphingomyelinase Deficiency (ASMD), Niemann-Pick Disease, and Reticulohistiocytoma. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Pediatrics.
Does Dr. Melissa P. Wasserstein participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Melissa P. Wasserstein has published 83 articles and abstracts on conditions like Acid Sphingomyelinase Deficiency (ASMD). You can view a list of Dr. Melissa P. Wasserstein's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Melissa P. Wasserstein accept my insurance?
Dr. Melissa P. Wasserstein accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 718-741-2323 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
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- Elite
- Acid Sphingomyelinase Deficiency (ASMD)
- Niemann-Pick DiseaseDr. Wasserstein isElite. Learn about Niemann-Pick Disease.
- ReticulohistiocytomaDr. Wasserstein isElite. Learn about Reticulohistiocytoma.
- Distinguished
- Phenylketonuria (PKU)Dr. Wasserstein isDistinguished. Learn about Phenylketonuria (PKU).
- SplenomegalyDr. Wasserstein isDistinguished. Learn about Splenomegaly.
- Advanced
- Adrenoleukodystrophy (ALD)Dr. Wasserstein isAdvanced. Learn about Adrenoleukodystrophy (ALD).
- Krabbe DiseaseDr. Wasserstein isAdvanced. Learn about Krabbe Disease.
- Experienced
- Carnitine Palmitoyltransferase 1 DeficiencyDr. Wasserstein isExperienced. Learn about Carnitine Palmitoyltransferase 1 Deficiency.
- Carnitine Palmitoyltransferase 2 DeficiencyDr. Wasserstein isExperienced. Learn about Carnitine Palmitoyltransferase 2 Deficiency.
- Danon DiseaseDr. Wasserstein isExperienced. Learn about Danon Disease.
- Gaucher DiseaseDr. Wasserstein isExperienced. Learn about Gaucher Disease.
- HomocystinuriaDr. Wasserstein isExperienced. Learn about Homocystinuria.
- LeukodystrophyDr. Wasserstein isExperienced. Learn about Leukodystrophy.

