25 of the Best Sports Medicine Doctors Near Me in Bronx, NY
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Nyu Langone Health-Center For Arthritis & Autoimmunity
Michael Alaia is a Sports Medicine provider in New York, New York. Dr. Alaia is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Hypermobile Joints, Acute Pain, Axillary Nerve Dysfunction, Osteotomy, and Endoscopy.
Northwell Health Physician Partners Orthopaedic Institute At Great Neck, 825 Northern Boulevard
Dr. Barry Simonson is a skilled orthopedic surgeon. He caters to the surgical needs of the communities of Great Neck and Glen Cove, NY. At present, he practices at Northwell Orthopedic Institute and with the other members of his team strives to deliver quality care and service to all visiting individuals. Dr. Simonson earned his medical degree from the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai. He completed an internship and a residency in orthopedic surgery at Long Island Jewish Medical Center. He also completed a fellowship at the same university. Additionally, he completed a fellowship in Sports Medicine and Arthroscopic Surgery at New York University and is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. An experienced sports medicine specialist, Dr. Simonson works in association with Glen Cove Hospital, North Shore University Hospital, and Syosset Hospital. He believes in providing excellent patient care and strives towards quickly bringing patients back to their routine way of life. When not working, he enjoys swimming, hiking, Gardening and traveling. Dr. Simonson is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Tendinitis, Bursitis, Knee Replacement, and Hip Replacement.
Stephen Nicholas is a Sports Medicine provider in New York, New York. Dr. Nicholas is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Tendinitis, Tennis Elbow, Osteotomy, and Tenotomy.
Northwell Health Physician Partners Orthopaedic Institute At Great Neck, 825 Northern Boulevard
In my approach to orthopaedics I like to take the time to educate my patients about their specific ailments so that they can help make informed decisions on their care. While I treat a wide variety of orthopaedic conditions my area of specialty is in sports medicine with a focus on conditions of the shoulder and knee. I have been fortunate to have treated athletes of all levels; from professional to collegiate to high school to recreational. I currently serve as team physician for the athletic teams at Great Neck North, Great Neck South and Glen Cove High Schools. I am a fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and a member of both the American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine and the Arthroscopy Association of North America. Dr. Steinvurzel is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Tendinitis, Bursitis, Tenosynovitis, and Hip Replacement.
The Center For Orthopaedic Specialties
Ferdinand J. Chan, M.D. is an orthopaedic surgeon specializing in sports-related injuries of the shoulder, elbow, hip, knee, and ankle. His expertise includes nonoperative and operative (open and arthroscopic) treatment of shoulder, elbow, hip, knee, and ankle disorders. He specializes in joint cartilage restoration/preservation of the hip, knee, and ankle and surgery of the meniscus, rotator cuff, and labrum as well as ligament and tendon repair/reconstruction of the knee, shoulder, and ankle. Dr. Chan is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Bursitis, Tendinitis, Frozen Shoulder, Tenotomy, and Knee Replacement.
Northwell Health Physician Partners Orthopaedic Institute At MEETH
A specialist in Orthopedic Surgery and Sports-medicine Dr. Zaslav had been in practice with a large single specialty Orthopedic group for 30 years in Richmond Virginia before joining the Northwell/Lenox Hill faculty practice. He was the founding member of the Sports Medicine Center and Cartilage Repair Center at Advanced Orthopedic Centers (Now Ortho Virginia) in Richmond VA, and a Clinical Professor of Orthopedic Surgery at Virginia Commonwealth University/Medical College of Virginia Dept. of Orthopedic Surgery. Dr Zaslav's focus has been on shoulder and knee surgery and well as injuries to athletes and dancers for his entire practice. He has published extensively both on shoulder injuries and sports medicine topics. Most recently over the past decade his research interest has been in cartilage repair and Joint Preservation and he is now involved in Orthobiologic and Stem cell research. Dr Zaslav performed the first Autologous Cartilage transplant in Virginia in 1996 and has served as President of the International Cartilage Regeneration and Joint Preservation Society , a society of clinicians and scientists based in Zurich Sw, devoted to clinical and basic science research to preserve joints and function in patients with cartilage injury and early arthritis. He is also past Chairman of the Biologic Association based in the USA, a group made up of all the Orthopedic sub-specialty societies dedicated to speaking with a single academic voice on Stem cell and Regenerative Med topics in Orthopedics and Rehab. His treatment philosophy includes involving patients in their decision making and using both operative and non-operative treatments including Physical therapy, strength training along with appropriate non-invasive procedures to maintain a healthy lifestyle and maximize athletic function in his patients. Awards & Professional Recognition Top Doctors and Surgeons Award, Castle Connolly, 2015 2025; Top Orthopedic Surgeon in Virginia, Leading Physicians of the World, 2015 2016; Distinguished Alumni Award and Commencement Speaker, State University of New York Binghamton University, 2016; Phi Beta Kappa, Binghamton, 1979; Lifetime Achievement Award for the Support of Dance, Richmond Ballet, 2020. Dr. Zaslav is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Trochlear Dysplasia, Osteoarthritis, Frozen Shoulder, Tendinitis, and Osteotomy.
Northwell Health Physician Partners Orthopaedic Institute Riverside Orthopaedics At Columbus Circle
Dr. Joe Vongvorachoti is a Physiatrist treating patients in New York City and the surrounding communities. He treats patients with a full range of issues, including carpal tunnel syndrome, ulnar neuropathy, Achilles tendonopathy, and pain in the hip, knee, shoulder, neck, and back. For his undergraduate degree, Dr. Vongvorachoti attended Cornell University. He pursued his medical degree at Virginia Commonwealth University. He continued his medical education at Mount Sinai, where he completed his residency training in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. Dr. Vongvorachoti has also completed a fellowship program at the Hospital for Special Surgery focused on Interventional Spine and Sports Medicine. Patients visiting Dr. Vongvorachoti can receive a full range of medical services. He provides procedures including epidural and facet injections under fluoroscopy, SI joint injections, trigger point injections, ultrasound injections, and hip, shoulder, and knee injections of steroids, and viscosupplementation such as Orthovisc and Euflexxa. Dr. Vongvorachoti is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Herniated Disk, Spinal Stenosis, Cervical Spondylosis, and Tendinitis.
The Center For Orthopaedic Specialties
Pramod B. Voleti, MD, specializes in a wide variety of conditions involving the shoulder, elbow, and knee with a special interest and expertise in sports medicine, shoulder instability, rotator cuff tears, elbow tendinopathy, knee ligament reconstruction, meniscal pathology and cartilage restoration. Dr. Voleti is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Frozen Shoulder, Bursitis, Tenosynovitis, and Osteoarthritis.
Nyu Langone Health-Center For Arthritis & Autoimmunity
Laith Jazrawi is a Sports Medicine provider in New York, New York. Dr. Jazrawi is highly rated in 17 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Achilles Tendon Rupture, Compartment Syndrome, Osteoarthritis, Fasciotomy, and Osteotomy.
Michael Brunetti is a Sports Medicine provider in New York, New York. Dr. Brunetti is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Fibromatosis, Plantar Fasciitis, Ledderhose Disease, and Tendinitis.
RYC Orthopaedics PC
Thomas Youm is a Sports Medicine provider in New York, New York. Dr. Youm is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Tendinitis, Bursitis, Endoscopy, and Hip Replacement.
Cahill Orthopedic Sports Medicine & Joint Replacement
James Cahill is a Sports Medicine provider in Hackensack, New Jersey. Dr. Cahill is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Tendinitis, Bursitis, Tenosynovitis, and Hip Replacement.
Northwell Health Physician Partners Orthopaedic Institute At Lenox Hill
"Dr. Elliott Hershman is a noted Orthopaedic Surgeon who specializes in Sports Medicine, particularly focusing on knee injuries such as Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) tears, meniscus issues and patellofemoral disorders. His surgical expertise includes advanced arthroscopic surgery techniques for ACL injuries, patella instability, articular cartilage disorders and meniscus tears.As part of his Sports Medicine activities, he is the Team Orthopaedic Surgeon for the NY Jets and has served in the same role for the NY Islanders and the Hunter College Athletic Program.Dr. Hershman is committed to advancing the care of athletes through research and is a member of the internationally recognized MARS (Multicenter ACL Revision Surgery) group of researchers, studying and publishing the outcomes of ACL revision surgery, and in particular the nature of recurrent ACL issues.He is the James A. Nicholas Chairman of Orthopaedic Surgery at Lenox Hill Hospital and is the Vice-President for the Western Region of the Orthopaedic Service Line for Northwell Health. In addition he is an Associate Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery at the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell.Dr. Hershman has been recognized annually in America's Top Doctors since 2004 and has been a NY Magazine Top Doctor since 2002. He has been listed in the NY Times Super Doctors for the past 10 years.With his colleagues in the MARS group of researchers, Dr. Hershman received the O'Donoghue Sports Injury Research award from the American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine for the paper entitled ""Revision Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction Graft Choice Impact on Outcome in the MARS Cohort"".". Dr. Hershman is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Calcium Pyrophosphate Arthritis, Caffey Disease, and Tendinitis.
The Center For Orthopedic Specialties
Benjamin J. Levy, MD, is Assistant Director, Orthopaedic Research and Assistant Professor, Orthopedic Surgery and Sports Medicine at Montefiore Einstein. Dr. Levy specializes in orthopedic sports medicine, specifically arthroscopic surgery of the knee, with a particular interest in patellofemoral conditions, as well as the shoulder, elbow and ankle. He has expertise in operative and nonoperative management of patellofemoral instability, ligamentous reconstruction of the knee, cartilage repair and restoration, meniscal pathology, shoulder instability and rotator cuff pathology. His top areas of expertise are Femoral Nerve Dysfunction, Hypermobile Joints, Trochlear Dysplasia, Osteotomy, and Endoscopy.
The Center For Orthopaedic Specialties
David Gonzalez, MD, is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon specializing in treating sports injuries. He is an expert in performing arthroscopic shoulder and knee surgery, including rotator cuff repair, instability repair, labral repair, meniscal tears and the treatment of associated conditions. He is the Director of the Sports Medicine section and serves as an Assistant Professor of Orthopedic Surgery at our Albert Einstein College of Medicine. Dr. Gonzalez is a member of the American Orthopedic Society for Sports Medicine and the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons and is a diplomate of the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery. His top areas of expertise are Tendinitis, Frozen Shoulder, Osteoarthritis, and Tenosynovitis.
The Center For Orthopedic Specialties
Michael D. Hossack, MD, is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon specializing in treating sports injuries. He is an expert in performing arthroscopic knee surgery, including primary and revision ACL reconstruction, multiligament knee reconstruction, patella and quadriceps tendon primary repair and reconstruction, meniscus surgery, and patella instability surgery. He has a special interest for articular cartilage restoration surgery in the knee. In addition to board certification in orthopedic surgery, Dr. Hossack has additional Subspecialty Certification in Orthopedic Sports Medicine. His top areas of expertise are Pigmented Villonodular Synovitis, Osteoarthritis, Bursitis, and Frozen Shoulder.
The Center For Orthopedic Specialties
Ethan Krell, MD, is an attending physician at Montefiore Einstein and Assistant Professor, Orthopedic Surgery at our Albert Einstein College of Medicine. Dr. Krell’s clinical interests include rotator cuff and labral injuries, anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) and multi-ligament knee reconstruction, meniscus and cartilage preservation, shoulder arthroplasty and sports-related tendon injuries. He integrates the latest techniques and evidence-based practices to return his patients to their optimal level of function. His top area of expertise is Bone Graft.
The Center For Orthopedic Specialties
Maryirene Flynn is a Sports Medicine provider in Bronx, New York. Her top area of expertise is Osteoarthritis.
Steven J Lee MD is Chief of Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery at Lenox Hill Hospital and the Associate Director of the Nicholas Institute of Sports Medicine and Athletic Trauma (NISMAT) in New York City. He is a board certified Orthopedic Surgeon, a Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, and double fellowship trained in Hand/Upper Extremity Surgery as well as Sports Medicine.Dr Lee grew up in northern New Jersey and was accepted into a highly competitive 6 year combined medical school program at the Medical College of Pennsylvania. He completed his internship and orthopedic residency at Stony Brook University Hospital, his Hand and Upper Extremity Fellowship at NYU/Hospital for Joint Diseases and his second Fellowship in Sports Medicine at Lenox Hill Hospital.Dr Lee has contributed widely to the medical literature and has over 50 publications and presentations at national meetings. He has numerous awards but is most proud of earning the Teacher of the Year award 3 times. He specializes in the treatment of complex disorders of the hand, wrist, elbow, shoulder, knee, foot and ankle.His specialty interests include:- Complex hand, wrist, elbow, shoulder injuries- Shoulder separations, dislocations, rotator cuff tears- Upper extremity fractures- Upper extremity ligament repairs and reconstructions- Scapholunate and collateral ligament tears- Arthoscopy (shoulder, knee, wrist and elbow)- TFCC and ligament tears of the hand and wrist- Meniscus tears and ACL tears of the knee- Cartilage injuries (repairs and transplantations)- Upper extremity nerve disorders- Tendon ruptures. Dr. Lee is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Tennis Elbow, Rhizarthrosis, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Synovial Osteochondromatosis, and Hip Replacement.
Northwell Health Physician Partners Orthopaedic Institute At Great Neck, 611 Northern Boulevard
Dr. Rokito is the Division Chief of Sports Medicine in the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at Long Island Jewish Medical Center, Northwell Health. He is the physician leader of the Sports Medicine Executive Committee for Northwell Health. He is also an Assistant Professor at the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra Northwell.Dr. Rokito completed his doctorate at Boston University School of Medicine. He then completed his residency at NYU Langone Hospital for Joint Diseases, followed by a sports medicine fellowship at the Kerlan-Jobe Orthopaedic Clinic in Southern California. He is a fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and is board certified in Orthopaedic Surgery. He is also Sports Medicine Certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgeons. He is an active member of the Arthroscopy Association of America (AANA).Dr. Rokito has been in practice for over 20 years and his philosophy of patient care is empathic care with expertise. His patient population ranges from little leaguers to professionals and adolescents to seniors. His clinical interests are acute traumatic, overuse, and degenerative conditions of the shoulder, elbow and knee using nonoperative and state of the art operative treatment, when necessary. Common shoulder conditions treated include, but are not limited to, instability problems, rotator cuff, and arthritis. Common elbow conditions treated are tendinopathies and tendon and ligament ruptures. Common knee conditions treated include meniscus tears, ligament ruptures, articular cartilage injuries and arthritis. He participates in clinical research and his work has led to publications in peer reviewed journals and multiple presentations at regional, national, and international meetings. He is a frequent instructor at AANA meetings and teaches the latest techniques to orthopaedic surgeons. Dr. Rokito has been an associate team orthopaedist for the New York Islanders for the past 14 years, as well as the head team physician for the Long Island Ducks for the past 25 years. He also oversees the Northwell Health Sports Medicine Program which provides coverage and certified athletic trainers to 16 local high schools. In addition, Dr. Rokito was most recently the recipient of the 2019 Achievement in Orthopaedics Award at Northwell Health. Dr. Rokito is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Tendinitis, Tenosynovitis, and Tennis Elbow.
Northwell Health Physician Partners Orthopaedic Institute Riverside Orthopaedics At Columbus Circle
Dr. William Schell, MD, is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon in New York, specializing in sports medicine, arthroscopic surgery, and general orthopedic injuries and trauma. He treats sports medicine and other orthopedic injuries, including ankle, foot, hip, wrist, elbow, and shoulder problems that hinder patients quality of life. Dr. Schell believes in providing quality care, listening to patients, presenting state-of-the-art treatments, and helping patients achieve the high-quality musculoskeletal health they deserve.Dr. Schell graduated from Stanford University with a degree in Human Biology and received his medical degree from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. He completed an internship and residency in orthopedic surgery at New York City s St. Luke s-Roosevelt Hospital Center, and a fellowship in orthopedic sports medicine and arthroscopy at Lenox Hill Hospital in New York City.He s served as an associate physician for the New York Islanders, New York Jets, the United States Tennis Open, and Hofstra University. Dr. Schell also held the position of team physician for the New York Titans professional indoor Lacrosse team. Dr. Schell is a former world-class swimmer, having been a member of the US National Team, multiple American record holder, and NCAA champion.Dr. Schell is board-certified with the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery and is a Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. He s an attending physician at Northwell Health- Lenox Hill Hospital, and holds medical licenses in New York, New Jersey and California.He s presented research at national and state meetings and is actively involved in ongoing orthopedic research. Dr. Schell is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Caffey Disease, Bursitis, Tenosynovitis, and Tendinitis.
Northwell Health Manhattan Orthopedics And Sports Medicine - Manhattan
Edmond Cleeman, MD, is a highly experienced and skilled orthopedic surgeon and sports medicine specialist at Manhattan Orthopedics, with locations in Midtown Manhattan and Astoria, New York.Board-certified in orthopedic surgery and sports medicine, Dr. Cleeman is committed to performing advanced minimally invasive procedures that address his patients issues and allow them to go home the same day.Dr. Cleeman was featured in New York Magazine s Best Doctors listing, as well as Castle Connolly Top Doctors. His specialty areas include cutting-edge techniques for relieving shoulder pain, bursitis, tears to the meniscus, ACL, biceps and labrum, dislocated shoulder and rotator cuff issues, and frozen shoulder.Dr. Cleeman studied in New York City and received his undergraduate degree at New York University in Greenwich Village, Manhattan, and his medical degree at Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai. He completed a surgical internship and orthopedic surgery residency at Mount Sinai Hospital. Dr. Cleeman rounded out his postdoctoral training with a fellowship in sports medicine and arthroscopy at Nirschl Orthopaedic Center for Sports Medicine in Arlington, Virginia.In addition to his clinic work, Dr. Cleeman serves as an assistant clinical professor at Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai and conducts orthopedic research. He is also an active member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and the American College of Sports Medicine. Dr. Cleeman s artistry goes well beyond the surgical suite. He s an accomplished painter whose work has been featured at several art exhibits. In his spare time, Dr. Cleeman enjoys cycling with the New York Cycling Club and has volunteered at the New York City Triathlon. Dr. Cleeman is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Bursitis, Tendinitis, Tenosynovitis, and Osteoarthritis.
Northwell Health Physician Partners Orthopaedic Institute At Great Neck, 833 Northern Boulevard
Dr. Russell Camhi is a primary care sports medicine physician with the Northwell Health Orthopedic Institute. As a non-surgical orthopedic specialist he provides assessment and care of musculoskeletal issues for all parts of the body. Dr. Camhi will review multiple non-surgical treatment options to address your pain and when indicated he performs ultrasound guided injections with appropriate usage of cortisone, hyaluronic acid and platelet-rich plasma (PRP). He also manages sport-related concussion and is the supervising physician for numerous high schools throughout Long Island. Dr. Camhi has been the head team physician for Hofstra University since 2018. He is also an educator teaching the next generation of physicians, and serves as the associate program director for the Primary care Sports Medicine fellowship at Northwell Health Plainview Hospital. He is also an assistant professor at the Hofstra/Northwell School of Medicine teaching medical students, as well as residents in family medicine, orthopedics and physiatry. Dr. Camhi is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Concussion, Muscle Spasms, Tendinitis, and Tennis Elbow.
Northwell Health Physician Partners Orthopaedic Institute At Lenox Hill
Andrew Beaufort is a Physiatrist and a Sports Medicine provider in New York, New York. Dr. Beaufort is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Congenital Mirror Movement Disorder, Serotonin Syndrome, Opisthotonos, and Muscle Spasms.
Northwell Health Physician Partners Orthopaedic Institute At MEETH
Dr. Schneider is a board certified orthopaedic surgeon with more than 25 years of experience specializing in sports medicine and arthroscopic surgery. She provides operative and non-operative treatment of injuries of the knee, foot and ankle, shoulder, and elbow. She worked in player treatment at the US Open Tennis Championship for 17 years and was the team physician for the US Fed Cup team for several years. She has treated athletes at all levels including high school, collegiate, professional, and the weekend warrior. Dr. Schneider is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Knock Knees, Osteoarthritis, Tendinitis, and Synovial Osteochondromatosis.
When should I see a Sports Medicine Doctor near Bronx, NY?
There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as:
- Your primary care provider recommends it.
- Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care.
- Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment.
- You need specialized testing or procedures.
- You want a second opinion.
What should I consider when choosing a Sports Medicine Doctor near Bronx, NY?
It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.
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How does MediFind rank Sports Medicine Doctors near Bronx, NY?
MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database.
What types of insurance are accepted by Sports Medicine Doctors near Bronx, NY?
Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network.
How can I book an appointment online with a Sports Medicine Doctor in Bronx?
MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Sports Medicine Doctor search results page.
Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Sports Medicine Doctor?
Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.
How can I prepare for my appointment with a Sports Medicine Doctor near Bronx, NY?
Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items:
- Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year)
- Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see
- Family history of disease
- List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses
- Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.
- List of questions and concerns
- Your insurance card
You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit.
What questions should I ask my Sports Medicine Doctor?
Here are some sample questions:
- Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated?
- What symptoms or side effects should I watch for?
- What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results?
- Are there other specialists I need to see?
- What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions?
How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Sports Medicine Doctor may know about?
MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you.
MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand.
Can I filter my search to show male or female Sports Medicine Doctors near Bronx, NY?
Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Sports Medicine Doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers.
Can I filter my search to find a Sports Medicine Doctor that offers video calls?
Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Sports Medicine Doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls).



















