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Dr. Robert Ziets, MD

Dr. Robert Ziets, MD

Orthopedics*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Robert Ziets, MD is an orthopedic specialist in New York, NY and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Ziets has extensive experience in Shoulder & Upper Arm Surgery and Hand & Wrist Surgery. He graduated from George Washington University School of Medicine & Health Sciences in 1987. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Mount Sinai West and Mount Sinai Morningside. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.9 Star Rating
Based on 66 reviews 3.9 Star Rating (66 reviews)

At a Glance

  • Areas of ExpertiseDr. Ziets specializes in the areas of Orthopaedic Sports Medicine, Orthopedic Surgery & Sports Medicine. See board certifications
  • TrustworthyPatients said this doctor is trustworthy. See reviews
  • Offers TelehealthThis doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top HospitalPatient Safety Excellence Award™ See hospitals

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Dr. Ziets' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Ziets

3.9

66 ratings, 7 with a written review
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1 Star
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Telehealth
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Don DeMaio – Dec 12, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Sister Linda Mitchell – Dec 06, 2024
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Nieves Saah – Dec 31, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
A – Sep 23, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 people found this helpful
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Dr Zeits. 3 in Ny ny – Oct 14, 2016
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
5 people found this helpful
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Dee Ray in New York, NY – Aug 06, 2016
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
5 people found this helpful
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Elly in Brooklyn, NY – Jul 09, 2016
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care philosophy

drziets.com
  • Orthopedics

  • Orthopedic Surgery

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • University Of California San Diego Medical Center

    Fellowship Hospital, 1994
  • New York University Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 1993
  • New York University Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 1988
  • George Washington University School Of Medicine & Health Sciences

    Medical School, 1987
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
Orthopaedic Sports Medicine
Orthopedic Surgery
American Board of Medical Specialties
Sports Medicine
Self designated 
For detailed information about any of the below board actions, please search for the provider's records on the linked state licensing board or the Federation of State Medical Boards. To learn more about the difference between these sources, please refer to our FAQs.
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  • International Congress for Joint Reconstruction, Member

  • English

  • Spanish

  • Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society, 1986

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Mount Sinai Morningside

    1111 Amsterdam Ave
    New York, NY 10025
    Recipient of 24
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    79%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% lower than the national average

    72%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    4% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Mount Sinai West

    1000 10th Ave
    New York, NY 10019
    Recipient of 14
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards
  • Mount Sinai Hospital

    1 Gustave L Levy Pl
    New York, NY 10029
    Recipient of 27
    hospital awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    76%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
    View all patient feedback
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