OsteoarthritisofHand near Woodside, NY

Care Philosophy: At Nance MD Hand Surgery, Dr. Erin Nance specializes in orthopedic hand and upper extremity surgery, as well as traditional orthopedic services. Dr. Nance takes her time with every patient in her Midtown East, New York office, ensuring everyone gets the care and attention they deserve. Board certified and fellowship trained, Dr. Nance takes a hands-on approach to treating her patients, whether it™s for carpal tunnel syndrome or a finger fracture. With a concierge approach to her orthopedic practice, she offers both non-operative treatments and surgical procedures to hard, arm, and shoulder problems. Born and raised in New York, Dr. Nance attended the University of Virginia with the prestigious Jefferson Scholarship and graduated with high distinction. She then attended medical school at Brown University before completing her residency in orthopedic surgery at Lenox Hill Hospital in New York City, Boston Children™s Hospital in Boston, and Maryland Shock Trauma Hospital in Baltimore. Dr. Nance also completed a hand surgery fellowship at the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York City. Dr. Nance published numerous peer-reviewed scientific articles regarding wrist injuries associated with yoga and pilates, ligament reconstruction, and other hand and upper extremity issues. She™s presented at both national and international conferences and belongs to numerous professional associations, including the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and the American Society for Surgery of the Hand. In her free time, Dr. Nance enjoys spending time with her husband and daughter, as well as teaching residents and medical students at Lenox Hill Hospital.

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Biography: Elan L. Goldwaser, DO, is a sports medicine physician specializing in the non-operative management of complex musculoskeletal conditions affecting athletic participation, including chronic and acute injuries affecting the bones, joints, and muscles of pediatric and adult patients. Dr. Goldwaser's training as an osteopathic physician provides additional treatment approaches to promote healing through a variety of options and tailored patient care. As an experienced team physician to high school, collegiate, and professional athletes, Dr. Goldwaser is accustomed to treating injuries sustained in the acute setting of sporting events including: management of concussions, tendon injuries, and leg somatic dysfunctions (including Achilles/Patellar tendonitis). As a former cross-country, track and field, and swimming collegiate athlete, Dr. Goldwaser understands the athlete's need to return to sport and is dedicated to helping people of all levels achieve this. He attended The College of New Jersey where he completed his Bachelor's in Biology, and later went on to Rowan-SOM for medical school and residency. Before coming to Columbia Orthopedics, Dr. Goldwaser completed a sports medicine fellowship at Lehigh Valley Health Network in Allentown, PA, honing skills in ultrasound diagnostics and minimally invasive sports medicine interventional procedures. Dr. Goldwaser's research spans multiple specialties which include: concussion management, prevention and recovery, biologic injections in injury recovery, and exploring healing rates after ultrasound-guided procedural interventions. When time allows, he enjoys running marathons, traveling, and playing Scrabble with his family.

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Care Philosophy: Dr. Cooper aims to deliver the highest quality care throughout the healthcare process. He practices a model of patient-centered care and shared decision making that make the patient's experience more enjoyable. Wait times are minimized out of respect to the patient's time. His practice focuses on primary and revision hip and knee arthroplasty. He is skilled in minimally invasive total joint arthroplasty as well as advanced techniques in managing complications of failed or painful hip and knee replacements.

Care Philosophy: We are committed to delivering the best care and an exceptional patient experience. We are devoted to providing services that are patient-centered and compassionate, and care for you as a person.

Biography: Dr. Alexis Colvin, MD is an Orthopedic Surgery Specialist who practices in New York, NY. She is 49 years old and has been practicing for 23 years. Dr. Alexis Colvin, MD is affiliated with Mount Sinai Morningside and Mount Sinai Hospital.

Biography: Dr. Farah Hameed was raised in Houston, TX for most of her life. She received her undergraduate degree from the University of Texas at Austin, where she majored in the Plan II Honors Program and graduated with University Honors. She attended medical school at the University of Texas Medical Branch, where she was awarded her Medical Degree. She completed her internship in Internal Medicine at Boston University Medical Center, and she completed her residency in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at Harvard Medical School/Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital. She completed her fellowship in Spine and Sports Medicine at Northwestern University through the Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago where she won the Baskin Award for excellence in research. She serves as the Medical Director of women's health rehabilitation. She is board certified in both Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and Sports Medicine. In addition to seeing patients, Dr. Hameed is also an Associate Professor at the Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons in the Department of Rehabilitation and Regenerative Medicine. She serves as the Department Chair of Quality and Patient Safety and is the Associate Chair of Faculty Development. She has been nominated and inducted into the Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons Academy of Clinical Excellence (ACE). She has also been named as one of NY's Super Doctors. Dr. Hameed sees patients of all ages, from adolescents to adults. Additionally, she specializes in pregnancy related back and pelvic girdle pain as well as caring for female athletes. Her goal is to plan comprehensive and structured rehabilitation programs for patients by treating their injuries quickly and creating a personalized regimen of care for each patient. She also focuses on education and awareness of injury prevention through proper training and technique. Her areas of clinical interest are low back disorders, overuse injuries, sports prevention, women's/adolescent female health, and pregnancy and post-partum related pain. Her current clinical research is on understanding and developing ways to prevent and treat pregnancy related lumbopelvic pain.