# New York Bone & Joint Specialists – Orthopedic & Sports Medicine Care > This LLMS.txt file provides structured information about New York Bone & Joint Specialists, a healthcare practice focused on comprehensive orthopedic care and sports medicine. The listed URLs include key sections of their website—such as services and treatments, locations, doctors and staff, patient resources, urgent care offerings, and educational content—intended to help AI systems better categorize and understand the breadth of orthopedic and medical support services offered. --- ## Doctors & Staff - [Samay Patel, PT, DPT](https://nyboneandjoint.com/doctors/samay-patel-pt-dpt/) - [Shivaniben Patel, PT](https://nyboneandjoint.com/doctors/shivaniben-patel-pt/) - [Nishtha Sharma, PT](https://nyboneandjoint.com/doctors/nishtha-sharma-pt/) - [Faton Bytici, MD](https://nyboneandjoint.com/doctors/faton-bytici-md/) - [Hetali Patel, PT](https://nyboneandjoint.com/doctors/hetali-patel-pt/) - [Trusha Vora, PT](https://nyboneandjoint.com/doctors/trusha-vora-pt/) - [Efime Popovitz, MD](https://nyboneandjoint.com/doctors/efime-popovitz-md/) - [Amir Razani, DO](https://nyboneandjoint.com/doctors/amir-razani-do/) - [Himani Patel, PT](https://nyboneandjoint.com/doctors/himani-patel-pt/) - [Riddhi Patel, DPT](https://nyboneandjoint.com/doctors/riddhi-patel-dpt/) - [Trocon Davis, MD](https://nyboneandjoint.com/doctors/trocon-davis-md/) - [John Munyak, MD](https://nyboneandjoint.com/doctors/john-munyak-md/) - [Christopher Martin, MD, CAQSM](https://nyboneandjoint.com/doctors/christopher-martin-md-caqsm/) - [Christine Ellie, DPM](https://nyboneandjoint.com/doctors/christine-ellie-dpm/) - [Nickhil Gupta, DO](https://nyboneandjoint.com/doctors/nick-gupta-do/) - [Devanshi Modi, DPT](https://nyboneandjoint.com/doctors/devanshi-modi-dpt/) - [Timur Lokshin, LMT](https://nyboneandjoint.com/doctors/timur-lokshin-lmt/) - [Aayushi Chavda, PT](https://nyboneandjoint.com/doctors/aayushi-chavda-pt/) - [Cecilia Manubay, PT](https://nyboneandjoint.com/doctors/cecilia-manubay-pt/) - [Rupesh Tarwala, MD](https://nyboneandjoint.com/doctors/rupesh-tarwala-md/) - [Melissa Quimosing-Cruz, DPT](https://nyboneandjoint.com/doctors/michelle-quimosing-cruz-dpt/) - [Michael Y. Mizhiritsky, MD](https://nyboneandjoint.com/doctors/michael-y-mizhiritsky-md/) - [Leon E. Popovitz, MD](https://nyboneandjoint.com/doctors/leon-e-popovitz-md/) --- ## Symptoms & Conditions - [Chondromalacia Patella (Patellofemoral Syndrome)](https://nyboneandjoint.com/conditions-treatments/chondromalacia-patella-patellofemoral-syndrome/) - [Knee Replacement Surgery: Expert Care for Optimal Recovery](https://nyboneandjoint.com/conditions-treatments/total-knee-replacement/) - [Endoscopic Surgery Specialists in NYC - Advanced Minimally Invasive Procedures](https://nyboneandjoint.com/conditions-treatments/endoscopic-minimally-invasive-spine-surgery/) - [Patellar Dislocation](https://nyboneandjoint.com/conditions-treatments/patellar-dislocation-doctor-nyc/) - [Total Disc Replacement](https://nyboneandjoint.com/conditions-treatments/total-disc-replacement/) - [Sacroiliac Joint Fusion](https://nyboneandjoint.com/conditions-treatments/sacroiliac-joint-dysfunction/) - [Spinal Stenosis Treatment: Expert Care for Lasting Relief](https://nyboneandjoint.com/conditions-treatments/lumbar-spinal-stenosis/) - [Spinal Fusion Surgery](https://nyboneandjoint.com/conditions-treatments/spinal-fusion-surgery/) - [Osteochondritis Dissecans Treatment & Specialists in NYC](https://nyboneandjoint.com/conditions-treatments/osteochondritis-dissecans/) - [Epidural Steroid Injections: Cervical, Thoracic & Lumbar](https://nyboneandjoint.com/conditions-treatments/epidural-steroid-injections-cervical-thoracic-lumbar/) - [Scoliosis, Kyphosis & Lordosis](https://nyboneandjoint.com/conditions-treatments/scoliosis-kyphosis-lordosis/) - [Back And Neck – Spine Care](https://nyboneandjoint.com/conditions-treatments/back-and-neck-spine-care/) - [Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Surgery Specialists in New York](https://nyboneandjoint.com/conditions-treatments/carpal-tunnel-syndrome-surgery-nyc/) - [Hand Fracture Treatment](https://nyboneandjoint.com/conditions-treatments/hand-fracture-treatment/) - [Ganglion Cysts Treatment & Removal](https://nyboneandjoint.com/conditions-treatments/ganglion-cysts-removal/) - [De Quervain’s Tenosynovitis Treatment](https://nyboneandjoint.com/conditions-treatments/de-quervains-tenosynovitis/) - [Spondylolisthesis: Symptoms, Treatment, & Surgery](https://nyboneandjoint.com/conditions-treatments/spondylolisthesis-symptoms-treatment-surgery/) - [Weightlifting Injuries](https://nyboneandjoint.com/conditions-treatments/weightlifting-injuries/) - [Expert Ankle Sprain Treatment and Recovery in New York](https://nyboneandjoint.com/conditions-treatments/sprained-ankle/) - [Torticollis Symptoms and Treatment](https://nyboneandjoint.com/conditions-treatments/torticollis-treatment/) - [Runner's Feet](https://nyboneandjoint.com/conditions-treatments/runners-feet/) - [Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation](https://nyboneandjoint.com/conditions-treatments/physical-medicine-rehabilitation/) - [Orthopedic Urgent Walk-In Location](https://nyboneandjoint.com/conditions-treatments/orthopedic-urgent-walk-in-location/) - [Traumeel Injection Therapy](https://nyboneandjoint.com/conditions-treatments/traumeel-injection-therapy/) - [Trigger Finger](https://nyboneandjoint.com/conditions-treatments/trigger-finger/) - [Women's Bone and Joint/Musculoskeletal Health](https://nyboneandjoint.com/conditions-treatments/womens-bone-joint-musculoskeletal-health/) - [Wrist Arthroscopy / Arthroscopic Surgery](https://nyboneandjoint.com/conditions-treatments/wrist-arthroscopy-arthroscopic-surgery/) - [Non-Surgical Orthopedics and Rehabilitation](https://nyboneandjoint.com/conditions-treatments/non-surgical-orthopedics-and-rehabilitation/) - [Orthopedic Surgery Procedures Performed](https://nyboneandjoint.com/conditions-treatments/orthopedic-surgery-procedures/) - [Arthroscopic Surgery: Minimally Invasive Joint Treatment by Expert Specialists](https://nyboneandjoint.com/conditions-treatments/arthroscopy-arthroscopic-surgery/) - [Botox for Chronic Migraines and Headaches](https://nyboneandjoint.com/conditions-treatments/chronic-migraine-headache-botox-treatment/) - [Cubital Tunnel Syndrome Treatment & Specialists in NYC](https://nyboneandjoint.com/conditions-treatments/cubital-tunnel-syndrome/) - [Elbow Arthroscopy or Arthroscopic Surgery](https://nyboneandjoint.com/conditions-treatments/elbow-arthroscopy-arthroscopic-surgery/) - [Bunion Treatment & Top Bunion Specialists in New York](https://nyboneandjoint.com/conditions-treatments/bunion-pain-causes-treatment-surgery/) - [Hammer Toe Surgery in NYC](https://nyboneandjoint.com/conditions-treatments/hammertoes/) - [Plantar Fasciitis Symptoms, Treatment & Finding the Right Doctor](https://nyboneandjoint.com/conditions-treatments/plantar-fasciitis-treatment/) - [Hip Labral Tear Surgeons in New York](https://nyboneandjoint.com/conditions-treatments/hip-labral-tear-surgeons-nyc/) - [Hip Impingement: Surgery & Recovery](https://nyboneandjoint.com/conditions-treatments/hip-impingement-surgery-recovery/) - [Hip Arthroscopy: Surgery & Recovery](https://nyboneandjoint.com/conditions-treatments/hip-arthroscopy-arthroscopic-surgery/) - [Degenerative Disc Disease Treatment Specialists in New York](https://nyboneandjoint.com/conditions-treatments/degenerative-disc-disease-doctor-nyc/) - [Herniated Disc Treatment Specialists in New York](https://nyboneandjoint.com/conditions-treatments/herniated-disc-doctor-nyc/) - [Sciatica Specialists in New York](https://nyboneandjoint.com/conditions-treatments/lumbar-radiculopathy-sciatica/) - [EMG and Nerve Conduction Studies (NCS)](https://nyboneandjoint.com/conditions-treatments/emgand-nerve-conduction-studies-ncs/) - [Trigger Point Injections](https://nyboneandjoint.com/conditions-treatments/trigger-point-injections/) - [Shoulder Replacement: Types, Surgery, & Recovery](https://nyboneandjoint.com/conditions-treatments/shoulder-joint-replacement-surgery/) - [Shoulder Impingement Treatment in NYC](https://nyboneandjoint.com/conditions-treatments/shoulder-impingement-syndrome-treatment-surgery/) - [SLAP Tear (Shoulder Labrum Tear)](https://nyboneandjoint.com/conditions-treatments/slap-tear-shoulder-labrum-tear-treatment-surgery/) - [Rotator Cuff Surgery & Treatment Specialists in New York](https://nyboneandjoint.com/conditions-treatments/rotator-cuff-tear-doctors-new-york/) - [Neck or Cervical Pain](https://nyboneandjoint.com/conditions-treatments/neck-or-cervical-pain/) - [Pinched Nerve Symptoms, Treatment & Finding the Right Specialist](https://nyboneandjoint.com/conditions-treatments/cervical-radiculopathy-pinched-nerve/) - [Herniated Disc](https://nyboneandjoint.com/conditions-treatments/herniated-disc-2/) - [Hip Arthritis (Osteoarthritis)](https://nyboneandjoint.com/conditions-treatments/hip-arthritis-osteoarthritis/) - [Bursitis Treatment and Bursitis Specialists](https://nyboneandjoint.com/conditions-treatments/hip-bursitis/) - [EMG & Nerve Conduction Studies (NCS)](https://nyboneandjoint.com/conditions-treatments/emg-nerve-conduction-studies-ncs/) - [Shoulder Dislocation First Time Or Recurrent (Bankart)](https://nyboneandjoint.com/conditions-treatments/shoulder-dislocation-first-time-or-recurrent-bankart/) - [Revision Hip Replacement Surgery](https://nyboneandjoint.com/conditions-treatments/revision-hip-replacement-surgery/) - [Trigger Point Injection Specialists in New York](https://nyboneandjoint.com/conditions-treatments/trigger-point-injections-specialists-nyc/) - [Meniscal Tears](https://nyboneandjoint.com/conditions-treatments/torn-meniscus-doctor-nyc/) - [Morton’s Neuroma Surgery in NYC ](https://nyboneandjoint.com/conditions-treatments/mortons-neuroma-treatment/) - [Sprains & Strains](https://nyboneandjoint.com/conditions-treatments/sprains-strains-4/) - [Fractures & Fracture Care](https://nyboneandjoint.com/conditions-treatments/fractures-fracture-care-3/) - [Arthritis & Osteoarthritis Treatment](https://nyboneandjoint.com/conditions-treatments/arthritis-osteoarthritis-treatment/) - [Sacroiliac Joint Pain: Symptoms, Treatment & Physical Therapy in NYC](https://nyboneandjoint.com/conditions-treatments/sacroiliac-joint-pain-dysfunction/) - [Gluteus Medius Tears (Gluteus Medius Tendonitis): Symptoms & Treatment](https://nyboneandjoint.com/conditions-treatments/gluteus-medius-tears/) - [MCL Tear Treatment & Specialists in NYC](https://nyboneandjoint.com/conditions-treatments/mcl-tear-surgery/) - [Biceps Tendon Rupture/ Tear](https://nyboneandjoint.com/conditions-treatments/biceps-tendon-rupture-tear/) - [Frozen Shoulder](https://nyboneandjoint.com/conditions-treatments/frozen-shoulder/) - [Sprains & Strains](https://nyboneandjoint.com/conditions-treatments/sprains-strains-3/) - [Knee Arthritis/Osteoarthritis](https://nyboneandjoint.com/conditions-treatments/knee-arthritis-osteoarthritis-doctor-nyc/) - [Femoracetabular Impingement](https://nyboneandjoint.com/conditions-treatments/femoracetabular-impingement/) - [Ankle Arthroscopy: Minimally Invasive Treatment for Ankle Problems](https://nyboneandjoint.com/conditions-treatments/ankle-arthroscopy-arthroscopic-surgery/) - [Back Pain in Pregnancy](https://nyboneandjoint.com/conditions-treatments/back-pain-in-pregnancy/) - [Bicep Tendonitis Treatment & Specialists in NYC](https://nyboneandjoint.com/conditions-treatments/biceps-tendonitis/) - [Hip Fracture Treatment](https://nyboneandjoint.com/conditions-treatments/hip-fracture/) - [Hip Resurfacing Procedure](https://nyboneandjoint.com/conditions-treatments/hip-resurfacing-procedure/) - [Shoulder Tendonitis: Symptoms, Treatments, and Recovery](https://nyboneandjoint.com/conditions-treatments/shoulder-tendonitis/) - [Shoulder Fracture](https://nyboneandjoint.com/conditions-treatments/shoulder-fracture/) - [Hip Anatomy: Conditions & Treatments](https://nyboneandjoint.com/conditions-treatments/hip-anatomy-conditions-treatment/) - [ACL Reconstruction Surgery NYC — Sports Medicine Specialists](https://nyboneandjoint.com/conditions-treatments/acl-reconstruction-nyc/) - [Cervical Spinal Stenosis](https://nyboneandjoint.com/conditions-treatments/cervical-spinal-stenosis/) - [Degenerative Disc Disease](https://nyboneandjoint.com/conditions-treatments/degenerative-disc-disease-2/) - [Osteochondritis Dessicans (OCD)](https://nyboneandjoint.com/conditions-treatments/osteochondritis-dessicans-ocd/) - [Flat Feet](https://nyboneandjoint.com/conditions-treatments/flat-feet-2/) - [Facet Joint Syndrome](https://nyboneandjoint.com/conditions-treatments/facet-joint-syndrome/) - [Nerve Blocks For Pain](https://nyboneandjoint.com/conditions-treatments/nerve-blocks-for-pain/) - [Numbness, Tingling, or Weakness](https://nyboneandjoint.com/conditions-treatments/numbness-or-weakness/) - [Vertebral Compression Fractures](https://nyboneandjoint.com/conditions-treatments/vertebral-compression-fractures-2/) - [Achilles Tendonitis Doctors in New York](https://nyboneandjoint.com/conditions-treatments/achilles-tendinitis/) - [Knee Cartilage Injury – Repair and Transplantation](https://nyboneandjoint.com/conditions-treatments/knee-cartilage-injury-repair-transplantation/) - [Loose Body in the Knee: Symptoms, Treatment, & Recovery](https://nyboneandjoint.com/conditions-treatments/loose-body-in-the-knee/) - [Sports Medicine Rehabilitation](https://nyboneandjoint.com/conditions-treatments/sports-medicine-rehabilitation/) - [Compartment Syndrome](https://nyboneandjoint.com/conditions-treatments/compartment-syndrome/) - [Joint Replacement Surgery – Knee, Hip, And Shoulder](https://nyboneandjoint.com/conditions-treatments/joint-replacement-surgery-knee-hip-and-shoulder/) - [Direct Anterior Hip Replacement Surgery](https://nyboneandjoint.com/conditions-treatments/direct-anterior-hip-replacement-surgery/) - [Elbow Anatomy, Conditions And Treatment](https://nyboneandjoint.com/conditions-treatments/elbow-anatomy-conditions-and-treatment/) - [Elbow Sprain](https://nyboneandjoint.com/conditions-treatments/elbow-sprain/) - [Hand And Wrist Anatomy, Conditions And Treatment](https://nyboneandjoint.com/conditions-treatments/hand-and-wrist-anatomy-conditions-and-treatment/) - [Ankle Conditions and Treatments](https://nyboneandjoint.com/conditions-treatments/ankle-conditions-and-treatments/) - [Elbow Fracture](https://nyboneandjoint.com/conditions-treatments/elbow-fracture/) - [Knee Ligament Injuries & Tears](https://nyboneandjoint.com/conditions-treatments/knee-ligament-injuries-tears/) - [Articular Cartilage Damage](https://nyboneandjoint.com/conditions-treatments/articular-cartilage-damage/) --- ## Pages - [Brostrom Procedure NYC — Lateral Ankle Stabilization at New York Bone & Joint](https://nyboneandjoint.com/brostrom-procedure-nyc/) - [Ankle Arthroscopy NYC — Orthopedic Ankle Surgery at New York Bone & Joint](https://nyboneandjoint.com/ankle-arthroscopy-nyc/) - [Biceps Tenodesis NYC — Proximal Biceps Surgery at New York Bone & Joint](https://nyboneandjoint.com/biceps-tenodesis-nyc/) - [Patella Stabilization NYC — MPFL Reconstruction & Patellar Instability Treatment](https://nyboneandjoint.com/patella-stabilization-nyc/) - [ACL Repair NYC — Primary ACL Repair vs. Reconstruction at New York Bone & Joint](https://nyboneandjoint.com/acl-repair-nyc/) - [Cartilage Restoration NYC — Knee Cartilage Repair at New York Bone & Joint](https://nyboneandjoint.com/cartilage-restoration-nyc/) - [Radiofrequency Ablation NYC — RFA for Spine & Joint Pain at New York Bone & Joint](https://nyboneandjoint.com/radiofrequency-ablation-nyc/) - [SI Joint Injection NYC — Sacroiliac Joint Pain Diagnosis & Treatment at NY Bone & Joint](https://nyboneandjoint.com/si-joint-injection-nyc/) - [Peripheral Nerve Stimulation NYC — SPRINT PNS for Chronic Nerve & Joint Pain at New York Bone & Joint](https://nyboneandjoint.com/peripheral-nerve-stimulation-nyc/) - [Epidural Steroid Injections NYC — Fluoroscopic-Guided Spinal Injections at New York Bone & Joint](https://nyboneandjoint.com/epidural-steroid-injections-nyc/) - [Interventional Pain Management NYC — Precision Pain Care at New York Bone & Joint](https://nyboneandjoint.com/interventional-pain-management-nyc/) - [Hip Labral Repair NYC — Hip Labral Tear Surgery at New York Bone & Joint](https://nyboneandjoint.com/hip-labral-repair-nyc/) - [Hip Arthroscopy & Labral Repair NYC — FAI Surgery Specialists at New York Bone & Joint](https://nyboneandjoint.com/hip-arthroscopy-nyc/) - [SLAP Repair & Shoulder Labrum Surgery NYC — Specialists at New York Bone & Joint](https://nyboneandjoint.com/slap-repair-nyc/) - [Bankart Repair & Shoulder Stabilization NYC — Specialists at NY Bone & Joint](https://nyboneandjoint.com/bankart-repair-nyc/) - [Shoulder Arthroscopy NYC — Minimally Invasive Shoulder Surgery at New York Bone & Joint](https://nyboneandjoint.com/shoulder-arthroscopy-nyc/) - [Knee Arthroscopy NYC — Minimally Invasive Knee Surgery at NY Bone & Joint](https://nyboneandjoint.com/knee-arthroscopy-nyc/) - [Cortisone Injections NYC — Orthopedic Corticosteroid Injections at New York Bone & Joint](https://nyboneandjoint.com/cortisone-injections-nyc/) - [Gel Injections NYC — Hyaluronic Acid & Viscosupplementation at New York Bone & Joint](https://nyboneandjoint.com/gel-injections-nyc/) - [ACL Reconstruction NYC — Orthopedic Knee Surgeon at New York Bone & Joint](https://nyboneandjoint.com/acl-reconstruction-nyc/) - [Spine Specialists NYC — New York Bone & Joint Specialists](https://nyboneandjoint.com/spine-specialists-nyc/) - [Rotator Cuff Surgery NYC — Arthroscopic Repair Specialists at New York Bone & Joint](https://nyboneandjoint.com/rotator-cuff-repair-nyc/) - [Meniscus Surgery NYC — Repair & Meniscectomy Specialists](https://nyboneandjoint.com/meniscus-surgery-nyc/) - [Physical Therapy NYC](https://nyboneandjoint.com/physical-therapy-nyc/) - [Orthopedic Surgeons NYC — New York Bone & Joint Specialists](https://nyboneandjoint.com/orthopedic-surgeons-nyc/) - [How New York Spine Specialists Help Relieve Pain and Restore Mobility](https://nyboneandjoint.com/spine-specialists-nyc-mobility/) - [Discover International Orthopedic Care in the Heart of New York City](https://nyboneandjoint.com/orthopedic-care-for-international-patients-in-nyc/) - [Recurrent Ankle Instability](https://nyboneandjoint.com/ankle-injuries/recurrent-ankle-instability/) - [Osteochondral Defect (OCD) of the Ankle](https://nyboneandjoint.com/ankle-injuries/osteochondral-defect-ocd-of-the-ankle/) - [Ankle Impingement](https://nyboneandjoint.com/ankle-injuries/ankle-impingement/) - [Ankle Injuries](https://nyboneandjoint.com/ankle-injuries/) - [Orthopedic Urgent Walk-In Care in NYC](https://nyboneandjoint.com/walk-in-orthopedic-center/) - [FAQs for Patients](https://nyboneandjoint.com/faqs-for-patients/) - [Media & Press](https://nyboneandjoint.com/media-press/) - [Braces we offer](https://nyboneandjoint.com/braces-we-offer/) - [Insurance](https://nyboneandjoint.com/insurance-nybj/) - [Our Treatments](https://nyboneandjoint.com/our-treatments/) - [Video Appointments](https://nyboneandjoint.com/orthopedic-video-appointments/) - [Our Latest Orthopedic Videos](https://nyboneandjoint.com/our-videos/) - [All Sports Physical Therapy](https://nyboneandjoint.com/all-sports-physical-therapy/) - [HIPAA & Privacy Practices](https://nyboneandjoint.com/hipaa-privacy-practices/) - [Body part](https://nyboneandjoint.com/body-part/) - [Home](https://nyboneandjoint.com/) - [Patient Forms](https://nyboneandjoint.com/patient-forms/) - [For Patients](https://nyboneandjoint.com/for-patients/) - [Disclaimer](https://nyboneandjoint.com/disclaimer/) - [About Us](https://nyboneandjoint.com/our-practice/) - [Careers](https://nyboneandjoint.com/careers/) - [The New York Bone & Joint Specialists Blog](https://nyboneandjoint.com/blog/) --- ## Locations - [Orthopedic Doctor Midtown Manhattan NYC — New York Bone & Joint Specialists](https://nyboneandjoint.com/locations/midtown-nyc/) - [Orthopedic Doctor Upper East Side NYC — New York Bone & Joint Specialists](https://nyboneandjoint.com/locations/upper-east-side-nyc/) - [Upper East Side: Full Service Orthopedic Center & Walk-In](https://nyboneandjoint.com/locations/orthopedic-urgent-walk-in/) --- ## Patient Stories - [Lisa, Dr. Tarwala and Dr. Popovitz's Surgical Patient](https://nyboneandjoint.com/patient-stories/our-patient-lisa-shares-her-knee-replacement-story/) - [Will Henke, Patient at 130 East 67th Street](https://nyboneandjoint.com/patient-stories/will-henke/) - [Nicholas Valle, Patient of Dr. Leon Popovitz](https://nyboneandjoint.com/patient-stories/nicholas-valle-patient-of-dr-leon-popovitz/) - [Daniel Gelb, Patient of Dr. Mizhiritsky](https://nyboneandjoint.com/patient-stories/daniel-gelb-patient-of-dr-mizhiritsky/) - [Hannah K., Patient of Dr. Leon Popovitz](https://nyboneandjoint.com/patient-stories/hannah-kozlenko-patient-of-dr-leon-popovitz/) - [Nyesha Hughes, Patient of Dr. Leon Popovitz](https://nyboneandjoint.com/patient-stories/nyesha-hughes-patient-of-dr-leon-popovitz/) - [Meggie Sullivan, Patient of Dr. Leon Popovitz](https://nyboneandjoint.com/patient-stories/meggie-sullivan-patient-of-dr-leon-popovitz/) - [Jessica P., Patient of Dr. Tarwala](https://nyboneandjoint.com/patient-stories/jessica-perilla-patient-of-dr-tarwala/) - [Zoe Karg, Patient of Dr. Mizhiritsky](https://nyboneandjoint.com/patient-stories/zoe-karg-patient-of-dr-mizhiritsky/) - [Michele D., Patient at 67 West 55th Street](https://nyboneandjoint.com/patient-stories/michele-d-patient-at-67-west-55th-street/) - [Roberto S., Patient of Dr. Popovitz](https://nyboneandjoint.com/patient-stories/roberto-s-patient-of-dr-popovitz/) - [Jack S., Patient of Dr. Mizhiritsky](https://nyboneandjoint.com/patient-stories/jack-s-patient-of-dr-mizhiritsky/) --- ## Career - [Orthopedic Surgeon (Sports Medicine and Arthroscopic Surgery)](https://nyboneandjoint.com/careers/orthopedic-surgeon-sports-medicine-and-arthroscopic-surgery/) - [Medical Receptionist](https://nyboneandjoint.com/careers/medical-receptionist/) --- ## Posts - [Do You Really Need Surgery for a Meniscus Tear?](https://nyboneandjoint.com/do-you-really-need-surgery-for-a-meniscus-tear/) - [Do You Really Need Rotator Cuff Surgery? An Orthopedic Surgeon's Guide to Knowing When Surgery Is (and Isn't) Necessary](https://nyboneandjoint.com/do-you-really-need-rotator-cuff-surgery-an-orthopedic-surgeons-guide-to-knowing-when-surgery-is-and-isnt-necessary/) - [Heat, Humidity, and Joint Pain: A New Yorker's Summer Survival Guide](https://nyboneandjoint.com/heat-humidity-and-joint-pain-a-new-yorkers-summer-survival-guide/) - [The Truth About Cortisone Shots: When They Help and When They Don't](https://nyboneandjoint.com/the-truth-about-cortisone-shots-when-they-help-and-when-they-dont/) - [Why Knee Pain Spikes in the Summer Heat](https://nyboneandjoint.com/why-knee-pain-spikes-in-the-summer-heat/) - [Is Your Shoulder Pain from the Gym—or Something Else?](https://nyboneandjoint.com/is-your-shoulder-pain-from-the-gym-or-something-else/) - [ACL Reconstruction Success: What Matters Most During Surgery and Recovery?](https://nyboneandjoint.com/acl-reconstruction-success-what-matters-most-during-surgery-and-recovery/) - [Summer Sports and Your Joints: What to Watch For This Season](https://nyboneandjoint.com/summer-sports-and-your-joints-what-to-watch-for-this-season/) - [ACL Surgery Explained: What Happens on the Day of Surgery?](https://nyboneandjoint.com/acl-surgery-explained-what-happens-on-the-day-of-surgery/) - [What is Motion Preservation Surgery?](https://nyboneandjoint.com/what-is-motion-preservation-surgery/) - [Torn Meniscus: Do You Need Surgery? 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