Dr. Vishal Sarwahi
Overview
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.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 52 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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7 Vermont Drive, New Hyde Park, NY 11042
210 East 64th Street, 4th Floor, New York, NY 10065
376 East Main Street, Suite 101, Bay Shore, NY 11706
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Northwell Health Physician Partners Orthopaedic Institute At Lenox Hill
An internationally renowned spine surgeon, Frank Schwab, MD, FAAOS, specializes in complex spinal pathology, pediatric and adult spinal deformity and revision reconstruction procedures. Dr Schwab s areas of clinical focus include innovating patient-specific operative treatment, optimizing sagittal realignment guidelines, emphasizing the use of pre-operative planning technologies and techniques for complex spine surgery. He is widely recognized as a leader in the field and has pioneered many aspects of spinal deformity care, especially for patients with extensive surgical histories. Dr Schwab also developed the first definitive classification of adult spinal deformity that has become a clinical standard for spinal surgeons all over the world. Dr. Schwab is highly rated in 14 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Lordosis, Kyphosis, Scoliosis, Osteotomy, and Spinal Fusion.
Cohen Children's Northwell Health Physician Partners Pediatric Orthopaedics
Dr. Amaral is an Associate Chief of Pediatric Orthopaedic Surgery at Cohen s Childrens Medical Center and an Assistant Professor of Pediatric Orthopaedics at the Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell. He focuses on scoliosis and pediatric spine surgery, hip reconstruction, fractures, sports medicine, and pediatric foot and ankle disorders.Dr. Amaral received his undergraduate degree at the University of Rhode Island and his medical degree at Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University in the Bronx, NY. He completed his internship at Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University/ Montefiore Medical Center and fellowship at the Hospital for Special Surgery/New York Hospital/ Weill Medical College of Cornell University in New York, NY.He is a fellow of the Scoliosis Research Society, Pediatric Orthopaedic Society of North America, and the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgery. He is also a member of the American Medical Association. He is involved in clinical research in pediatric orthopaedics and has published and presented at conferences such as Scoliosis Research Society and the Pediatric Orthopaedic Society of North America. He is also actively involved in mentoring and teaching medical students and residents. Dr. Amaral is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Scoliosis, Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis, Kyphosis, Spinal Fusion, and Osteotomy.
Han Kim is an Orthopedics provider in New York, New York. Dr. Kim is highly rated in 18 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Kyphosis, Scoliosis, Lordosis, Osteotomy, and Spinal Fusion.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Vishal Sarwahi
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Is Dr. Vishal Sarwahi a top-rated expert for Scoliosis?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Vishal Sarwahi is classified as an Elite expert for Scoliosis, 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. Vishal Sarwahi specialize in?
While Dr. Vishal Sarwahi is a Pediatrics, they have specific expertise in Scoliosis, Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis, and Kyphosis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Pediatrics.
Does Dr. Vishal Sarwahi participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Vishal Sarwahi has published 52 articles and abstracts on conditions like Scoliosis. You can view a list of Dr. Vishal Sarwahi's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Vishal Sarwahi accept my insurance?
Dr. Vishal Sarwahi accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and EmblemHealth. We recommend calling the office directly at 516-210-8400 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis
- KyphosisDr. Sarwahi isElite. Learn about Kyphosis.
- ScoliosisDr. Sarwahi isElite. Learn about Scoliosis.
- Spinal FusionDr. Sarwahi isElite. Learn about Spinal Fusion.
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- Caudal Regression SyndromeDr. Sarwahi isAdvanced. Learn about Caudal Regression Syndrome.
- OsteotomyDr. Sarwahi isAdvanced. Learn about Osteotomy.
- Spondylocarpotarsal Synostosis Syndrome
- Spondylocostal DysostosisDr. Sarwahi isAdvanced. Learn about Spondylocostal Dysostosis.
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- Acute PainDr. Sarwahi isExperienced. Learn about Acute Pain.
- Chronic PainDr. Sarwahi isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Pain.
- Collins Pope SyndromeDr. Sarwahi isExperienced. Learn about Collins Pope Syndrome.
- Decerebrate PostureDr. Sarwahi isExperienced. Learn about Decerebrate Posture.
- Decorticate PostureDr. Sarwahi isExperienced. Learn about Decorticate Posture.
- DiGeorge SyndromeDr. Sarwahi isExperienced. Learn about DiGeorge Syndrome.