Montefiore Einstein Orthopedic Surgery

NYC-based orthopedic doctors and surgeons. Serving Manhattan, Westchester, and the Bronx.

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Elbow pain that flares up when you move your arm? Here's what to know.

Home remedies are often the first line of defense, starting with anti-inflammatories like Advil or Motrin. Most cases improve with this simple approach.

But if the pain sticks around, especially past the six week mark, it's time to have it checked out. Don't wait to get the care you need.

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Long before they step into an operating room, our interns are here.

In this skills lab, new interns are learning pedicle screw placement using a training model developed at Montefiore, one that teaches them to feel and develop the tract by hand. It's a critical step toward performing safe, effective spine fusion procedures down the line.

Every skilled surgeon started exactly like this.

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Four specialties. One incredible class. Meet the fellows moving on to change orthopedic care.

On July 31, we're proud to celebrate our graduating fellows in adult reconstruction, pediatric orthopedics, orthopedic oncology, and shoulder & elbow. Each of them spent this past year training alongside our physicians, learning advanced techniques, and caring for patients across Montefiore Einstein.

Congratulations to this incredible group. Your dedication to patients and your commitment to growth as surgeons is what makes this program special.

And we're not stopping there. This upcoming academic year, we're excited to welcome our inaugural sports medicine fellow, expanding our fellowship offerings even further.

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From a full triceps repair in December to earning an IFBB Pro Card in July! 🏆

Massive congrats to Carlos Lopez on winning the Men’s Physique Masters 50+ title at the NPC Universe. Proof that with elite rehab and serious grit, the comeback is always stronger than the setback!

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Shoulder pain? Here's what's really going on.

Rotator cuff issues are one of the most common reasons patients walk through our orthopedic doors. Most of the time, it's not as scary as it sounds.

In many cases, it's simply tendinitis or degeneration of the tendon, inflammation that responds well to conservative treatment. Less commonly, it can be a full rotator cuff tear.

Even then, don't panic. Most patients, even those with a rotator cuff tear, do well with non surgical management first: physical therapy, activity modification, and targeted treatment plans.

Surgery isn't always the first step. It's an option we turn to when non surgical approaches don't get you the relief you need, and when it is needed, patients have a wide variety of surgical possibilities tailored to their specific injury.

If you're dealing with shoulder pain, know that there's a clear, thoughtful path forward, and it starts with a conversation, not necessarily an operating room.

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Not all bunions are created equal.

That bump on your big toe might look the same from the outside, but there are actually two very different types of bunions, and knowing which one you have changes everything about treatment.

The first is a deformity of the big toe joint, more common in women due to shoe wear demands over time. The second is a "dorsal bunion," caused by arthritis in the big toe joint itself. Same swelling, same visible bump, but very different underlying cause.

Surgery tends to work best for patients who are dealing with real pain and have already tried shoe modifications without relief. Patients hoping surgery will simply help them fit into a more cosmetically appealing shoe are often less satisfied with the results.

For some patients, the answer is adjusting footwear. For others, it may mean surgery to fuse the joint and reduce pain long term. The right path starts with the right diagnosis.

If bunion pain is affecting your daily life, talk to a specialist about which type you're dealing with and what treatment actually makes sense for you.

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Ever wonder what actually goes into correcting a spine deformity? This model shows the implants our surgeons use, including the screws and rods that hold the spine in its corrected position while it heals. Precise placement of each one is what makes a safe, lasting correction possible.

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What makes Montefiore Einstein different? Our doctors say it best: caring for one of the most diverse patient communities in the world means our teams have experience with conditions many hospitals never see.

That depth of expertise, paired with a passionate, collaborative team, means world-class care, right where you need it.

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The link between injury and mental health is real.

When you have a physical injury, it doesn't just affect your body, it can also effect your mind.

There's nothing more rewarding than watching a patient shift from that low point to the genuine happiness of a full recovery. Being able to have that kind of positive impact on a patient's life, that's why we do what we do.

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Ever wonder how we keep spine surgery so precise? 🧭

This is surgical navigation in action. We scan the patient's anatomy and track our instruments in real time throughout the procedure...think GPS for the spine. It gives us constant awareness of exactly where we are, so we can protect vital structures like the spinal cord at every step.

Navigation is quickly becoming the gold standard at major scoliosis centers around the world, and we're proud to be at the cutting edge of adopting newer, safer technology for our patients.

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One year ago, after sustaining a shoulder fracture from a fall, Joan Forrester underwent a complex right reverse total shoulder replacement with a latissimus dorsi tendon transfer performed by Dr. Konrad Gruson.

Today, she has returned to hiking, working out at the gym, swimming, and commuting to Manhattan for work, all activities significantly impacted by her injury. Through her hard work in recovery and her surgical team's expertise, she has achieved an outstanding outcome.

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Meet Dr. Mitchell Fourman, orthopedic spine surgeon, orthopeedic oncologist, Assistant Professor of Orthopedic Surgery at Albert Einstein College of Medicine, and our Director of Orthopedic Quality and Performance Improvement.

For Dr. Fourman, medicine runs in the family. Growing up, he watched his father, an ophthalmologist, find ways to care for patients who couldn't afford treatment and saw firsthand how much joy that work brought him.

But it was his love of building that led him to orthopedics. From a childhood room full of Legos to fixing a 20-year-old TV just to prove it could be done, he was always drawn to working with his hands. "What better field to do that in than orthopedics, which is effectively carpentry in the way we reconstruct things that have broken down."

We're proud to have Dr. Fourman as part of the Montefiore Einstein Orthopedic Surgery team.

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Investing in the next generation of orthopaedic surgeons!

This week, our Residency Program Director, Dr. Mani Kahn, led a hands-on workshop for the visiting medical students rotating with us on their sub-internships. Students got valuable hands-on experience during our external fixation lab, learning techniques that are foundational to fracture management and had the chance to connect with our program leadership along the way.

Events like these reflect what makes our residency program special: a commitment to mentorship, education, and hands-on learning at every level of training.

Thank you to Stryker for generously providing the equipment that made this lab possible.

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Don't become one of the 9-15k people who end up in the emergency room due to fireworks.

Stay safe and responsible. If you do need us, we're always here to help.

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Welcoming Our New Orthopedic Surgery and Podiary Residents!

You've earned your place among a competitive and accomplished group, and we're marking the start of an incredible journey. Residency will challenge you. There will be early mornings, demanding cases, and moments that test your resilience. But you won't be doing it alone, you're joining a faculty and team invested in your growth, ready to teach, guide, and support you at every step.

We can't wait to see the surgeons you'll become. Welcome to the team, Drs. Ashraf, Buchner, Chan, Daga, Gunda, Kebeh, Kleinbart, Koltenyuk, Mani, and Mejia.

Let's get to work.

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If you're dealing with ongoing joint pain, you may have heard about injections as a treatment option. Here's when they might be recommended and what they can do for you:

Corticosteroid Injections
Why you might need one: You're dealing with a painful flare-up, swelling, or inflammation that's limiting your daily activities: think arthritis pain, bursitis, or tendonitis that just won't calm down.
What it helps with: Fast, targeted relief from pain and swelling, often within days, so you can get back to moving comfortably.

Hyaluronic Acid Injections
Why you might need one: Your knee feels stiff, achy, or "bone-on-bone" due to osteoarthritis, and other treatments haven't given you lasting relief.
What it helps with: Adds cushioning and lubrication to the joint, helping reduce friction and improve mobility over time.

Not sure which option is right for you? That's exactly what your orthopedic provider is here for. A quick conversation can help you find the treatment that fits your body and your goals.

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Drs. Lomita and Forrester of Montefiore recently participated in a skills lab alongside Dr. Robert Medoff, co-founder of implant company TriMed.

The session involved hands-on cadaveric work with several implants currently in development, including a new wrist fracture tray, a less invasive wrist fusion tray, a coronoid peg implant for unstable elbows, and small joint fusion implants. The training took place at TriMed's headquarters in Valencia, CA, and also included a tour of the company's machine lab, where prototypes are manufactured.

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Congratulations to the Montefiore Einstein Orthopedic and Podiatric residents, Class of 2026! 🎉

We are incredibly proud of the skilled, compassionate Doctors you have become. From your tireless dedication in the OR to your thoughtful patient care and the research that continues to push our field forward, you have left a lasting mark on this program and the patients you've served.

The future of orthopedic surgery is in great hands. Onward, Class of 2026! 👏