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The Somers Orthopaedic Surgery and Sports Medicine Group is proud to announce a groundbreaking achievement in orthopaedic care. Dr. Daniel B. Buchalter, a renowned orthopaedic surgeon specializing in joint replacement, has successfully performed the first bikini incision anterior total hip replacement at Putnam Hospital. This innovative technique represents a major...
What does the future hold for minimally invasive spine surgery? Dr. Ezriel Edward Kornel, a renowned neurosurgeon specializing in innovative techniques for spine and brain conditions, shares his groundbreaking predictions and insights. With experience honed over decades, Dr. Kornel has pioneered advanced surgical methods that minimize trauma, improve recovery times,...
Get ready to jingle all the way for a great cause! Somers Orthopaedic Surgery & Sports Medicine Group is thrilled to partner with the Arthritis Foundation for the 2024 Westchester Jingle Bell Run. This festive race helps raise arthritis awareness, supports research, and promotes healthy living. Event Details Date: Saturday,...
Check out the episode! "In this episode, Dr. Dan Buchalter, Orthopedic Surgeon at Somers Orthopaedic Surgery & Sports Medicine Group, joins the Becker's Healthcare Podcast to discuss the evolving landscape of orthopedics. He shares insights on the role of private equity in expanding care, the impact of cutting-edge technologies, and...
In the fast-evolving world of orthopedics, Dr. Joel Buchalter and Dr. Daniel Buchalter are pushing the boundaries of joint replacement surgery. This father-son team recently led a hands-on cadaver lab, exploring the latest in robotic-assisted surgery using MAKO 2.0 and Velys Robotic Systems. Their mission? Aim that every joint replacement...
You can read the full article from Becker’s Healthcare In the article “Orthopedic Surgeon Inspired by Father’s Patient-First Approach,” Dr. Daniel Buchalter explains how his father, Dr. Joel Buchalter, played a pivotal role in shaping his career in orthopedic surgery. Following in his father’s footsteps, Dr. Daniel Buchalter joined...
At Somers Orthopaedic Surgery & Sports Medicine Group, Dr. Ezriel Edward Kornel, MD, FAANS, FACS is celebrated for his groundbreaking work in minimally invasive spine and brain surgery (MIS). Yet, his impact extends far beyond the operating room. As the President of Copland House, Dr. Kornel plays a vital role...
As PA Week 2024 (October 6-12) approaches, Somers Orthopaedic Surgery & Sports Medicine Group shines a spotlight on the crucial role of Physician Assistants (PAs) in delivering top-tier orthopedic care. Our dedicated PAs blend expertise, commitment, and compassion to ensure patients receive nothing short of excellence. The Vital Impact of...
Lower back pain is a common issue that affects millions of people worldwide, and for many, it can significantly impact daily life. For those dealing with persistent back pain, minimally invasive lumbar laminectomy offers a promising solution. This innovative procedure has transformed the treatment of spinal stenosis and related conditions,...
Somers Orthopaedic Surgery & Sports Medicine Group is proud to announce the onboarding of Daniel Buchalter, MD, a highly decorated orthopedic surgeon now seeing patients in our area. A winner of the Paul M. Pellici, MD Clinical Excellence Award during his fellowship at HSS, the Senior Resident Teaching Award and...
We are thrilled to announce that Somers Orthopaedic Surgery & Sports Medicine Group, is expanding our team of specialists with the addition of Ezriel Edward Kornel, MD, FAANS, FACS, starting Wednesday, September 11th, 2024. He is a highly respected neurosurgeon renowned for his expertise in minimally invasive spine and brain...
We are proud to highlight the exceptional work of Dean C. Perfetti, MD, MPH, a Fellowship-trained orthopaedic surgeon specializing in spine surgery at Somers Orthopaedic Surgery & Sports Medicine Group. Dr. Perfetti recently achieved a significant milestone in the field of minimally invasive spine surgery by performing the first fully...
We are excited to announce that Scott Levin, MD, FAAOS, of Somers Orthopaedic Surgery & Sports Medicine Group, has been named a core faculty member for the Nuvance Sports Medicine Fellowship. This prestigious position aligns Dr. Levin with Daniel Howard, MD, FAAOS, another esteemed Board-certified orthopaedic surgeon from Somers Orthopaedic...
Sports participation is one of the best ways to keep your child fit and healthy, but it also comes with the inevitable risk of injury. At any moment, your child could be on the sidelines nursing a sprain, strain, stress fracture — you name it. That’s where our sports medicine specialists...
We are thrilled to announce that several of our esteemed providers at Somers Orthopaedic Surgery & Sports Medicine Group have been recognized with the prestigious NY Top Docs Awards for 2024! This recognition is a testament to their unwavering dedication, exceptional expertise, and compassionate care they provide to our patients...
At Somers Orthopaedic Surgery, we see a wide range of pain conditions. One of the most common is arthritis, which isn’t surprising as around 53 million adults have doctor-diagnosed arthritis. Our arthritis specialists are often asked whether arthritis can be reversed, and understandably so. Arthritis can be incredibly painful and...
Combat sports, such as boxing, mixed martial arts (MMA), and wrestling, are incredibly demanding and place significant stress on the athletes' bodies. One area particularly prone to injury is the upper extremities, which include the shoulders, elbows, wrists, and hands. As a specialist at Somers Orthopedic & Sports Medicine Group,...
Bunions stick out like sore thumbs — literally. You can’t miss the enlargement of the bone around the base of your big toe, or in the case of a bunionette, around your little toe. Regardless of your bunion’s location, it likely developed for one reason: long-term stress on your toe joint. ...
Picture this: you’re trying to reach for a jar on the top shelf or lifting a heavy bag, and suddenly you feel a sharp, debilitating pain in your shoulder. This is the reality for many suffering from a rotator cuff tear. The rotator cuff, a group of muscles and tendons...
Discolored and thick toenails may seem like a minor inconvenience or simply a sign of a fungal infection to many individuals. However, these symptoms can often signify underlying health issues that extend beyond mere fungal infections. While seeking the assistance of a pedicurist for clipping and filing might provide temporary...
Men's Health Week is a crucial time to highlight the unique health challenges faced by men and emphasize the importance of regular check-ups and proactive health measures. At Somers Orthopaedic Surgery & Sports Medicine Group, we believe that orthopedic health is a fundamental component of overall well-being. In the spirit...
June 8th marks Family Health and Fitness Day, a nationwide initiative aimed at promoting the importance of family involvement in physical activity and healthy living. At Somers Orthopaedic Surgery and Sports Medicine Group, we recognize the integral role that family plays in fostering a healthy lifestyle and are dedicated to...
No matter how healthy you and your family are, medical issues are bound to pop up at some point. You might trip on your way in from a grocery run and sprain your ankle, your child might break a bone during a park playdate, or your young athlete might dislocate...
Dr. Douglas J. Fauser, a prominent sports medicine and total joint replacement specialist of the Somers Orthopaedic Surgery & Sports Medicine Group, along with Dr. Michael Baroody, a Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon, have achieved a groundbreaking milestone in orthopaedic medicine – the first of its kind performed at the Orthopaedic & Spine Surgery...
Here at Somers Orthopaedic Surgery and Sports Medicine Group, we are more than just a medical practice—we are a community. That's why we are proud to announce our participation in Relay For Life, the world's largest volunteer-based fundraising event organized by the American Cancer Society. Spearheaded by one of our...
Bunions, medically known as hallux valgus, are a common foot condition that can cause discomfort, pain, and difficulty in walking. For many individuals suffering from bunions, finding a lasting solution is paramount to restoring mobility and quality of life. Amidst various treatment options, the Lapiplasty Bunionectomy stands out not only...
Your injury was bad enough — now you have to wade through a seemingly endless legal process to get compensated for medical bills and time off for recovery. It can quickly become overwhelming unless you turn to a team of workers’ compensation experts. We’ve seen it all come through our office...
Whether you’re a weekend warrior or an elite athlete training at the top of your game, an injury can mean the difference between making gains and losing your spot on the roster. Coaches, trainers, and gurus alike promise this and that to help you bounce back from the bench, but...
We're excited to share that Dr. Douglas J. Fauser, Dr. Joel S. Buchalter, Dr. Stuart T. Styles, Dr. Victor Khabie, and Dr. Scott M. Levin have been honored with the prestigious NY Top Docs awards, highlighting our commitment to top-tier orthopedic care. This recognition underscores our dedication to excellence and...
Few of our patients are ever excited about getting an MRI, but for those with claustrophobia (fear of confined places), even the thought of having an MRI can induce immediate stress and anxiety. Alas, MRIs are one of modern medicine’s most powerful tools, allowing us to detect and diagnose myriad...
Your shins are sore, tender, and maybe even a bit swollen. Walking around is agonizing, let alone trying to train at your usual clip. You have medial tibial stress syndrome — you know it as shin splints. Shin splints are one of the most common running and sports injuries, and...
Here at Somers Orthopaedic Surgery & Sports Medicine Group, we remain on the cutting edge of orthopedic technology so we can provide you with the best treatment options, allowing you to live your strongest life. Our team of orthopedic specialists - Dr. Joel Buchalter, Dr. Victor Khabie, Dr. Daniel Howard,...
ACL injuries, affecting around 400,000 individuals annually in the United States, have traditionally been treated through ACL reconstruction, a surgical procedure involving the removal and replacement of the torn ligament. At Somers Orthopaedic Surgery & Sports Medicine Group, we are now offering a new technology called the BEAR® (Bridge-Enhanced ACL...
When you sprain an ankle or break a bone, it’s easy to understand the when, why, and how behind your pain. However, not every injury is so straightforward — you may not even feel pain where you’re “supposed” to feel it. That’s often the case with shoulder injuries and neck...
Whenever you tear a ligament, cut your skin, or break a bone, your body immediately kicks into healing mode. The first responder on the scene is your blood to form a clot and start the cell regeneration process. New bone cells begin to form along the edges of the fracture,...
You know the pang of pain when you “hit your funny bone” against a hard surface. The pain comes and goes, and within a matter of moments, you’ve forgotten the whole thing. But, when you wake up morning after morning with throbbing, radiating elbow pain, it’s hard to move on. ...
It may not always be possible to prevent arthritis, especially because it can stem from many underlying causes. Osteoarthritis results from wear-and-tear, rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune condition, and gout develops from crystallization in your joints. With virtually every joint in your body vulnerable to arthritis, it’s necessary to be...
No matter how careful you and your coworkers are, accidents happen more often than you may think. Every year, there are roughly 340 million occupational accidents and 160 million victims of work-related illnesses. Whether you slipped and fell, took a blow to the head, or inhaled a toxic chemical, all workplace injuries...
MRIs are among modern medicine’s most advanced tools. With an MRI, we can detect everything from tumors to joint problems, and the images we gather from your scan can be the driving force behind your treatment plan. However, if you’ve never had an MRI scan before, you may feel overwhelmed...
Hip pain limits your mobility and affects your daily life — that you already know. What you might not know is that you don't have to get surgery to find relief. You have options. There are several nonsurgical options to manage (or eliminate) your hip pain, but don't waste your...
Whether you’re a mom on the go, a weekend warrior, or an elite athlete training for your next marathon, an injury like Achilles tendonitis can leave you hobbled for days and sometimes weeks. The good news? You don’t have to wait around with your ankle dunked in an ice bucket. ...
Back problems have become almost a daily part of life, so it can be easy to write off the pain and ignore it. However, leaving a serious problem like degenerative disc disease unchecked could have you dealing with lifelong issues. Here, our team of experienced doctors at Somers Orthopaedic Surgery...
Perhaps you've had painful arthritis joints for years, or maybe you've just received your diagnosis. Either way, the possibility of surgery looms overhead. We know that surgery is sometimes the best and only option to find relief from arthritis pain, but we also understand that it requires you to invest...
It doesn’t take a biology expert to know that the hip joints are a crucial part of your anatomy. These massive joints connect your upper and lower body, allowing them to work together to help you move. Unfortunately, they aren’t invincible. Hard work, disease, and even congenital deformities can affect...
Your legs are incredibly strong and built to propel your movements and bear virtually all of your body weight, but unfortunately just about anything that can go wrong with them likely will go wrong. When shin splints are what’s wrong, you can hardly take a walk around the block without...
From athletes and celebrities to your neighbor down the street, it may seem as though everyone you know is turning to platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injections. But why? Are they really that effective? The answer is a resounding yes. Our team of experts at Somers Orthopaedic Surgery & Sports Medicine Group...
We use our hands almost every minute of the day without thinking about it. But when carpal tunnel syndrome sets in, the pain, numbness, and tingling might make you think twice. Conservative treatments like braces and pain relievers can help, but they aren’t always the most effective, especially in severe...
With upwards of three million nonfatal workplace injuries occurring nationwide every year, getting injured on the job can feel like more of a matter of when not if. Unfortunately, many don’t take advantage of workers' compensation benefits — 40% of workers to be exact. It can be difficult (overwhelming even)...
A shocking 65 million Americans have lower back pain — some 16 million live with it day in and day out. Unfortunately, time constraints, financial concerns, and other factors keep many from getting the care they need. We know that it isn’t always easy to get into a specialist’s office, but we also know...
Your shoulder is one of the largest and most flexible joints in your body. It’s also one of the most important because it’s a part of virtually every movement you make with your upper body. With all that responsibility, it’s no wonder that so much can go wrong, from mild...
Approximately 30 million people get an MRI every year. Even still, we know that questions surround the most routine procedures — and we want to answer them all. Our team at Somers Orthopaedic Surgery & Sports Medicine knows that being fully informed is key to feeling confident in your health care. Here, we walk through...
Your hip has been bothering you for a while, and you can’t seem to shake the pain. Though it may be tempting to hold out a little longer and hope that your symptoms will resolve on their own, ignoring the warning signs that you need hip replacement surgery is doing...
Your shoulder joint is incredibly powerful and versatile. That’s because the ball-and-socket structure allows you to easily move your arm in virtually any direction. However, your shoulder’s strengths are also its weaknesses. The socket in which the ball of your upper arm bone sits is shallow. As a result, it’s...
You heard that dreaded pop in your knee. Now, instead of making plays and training extra hours, your thoughts turn toward surgeries and time lost on the bench. That’s where our experts at Somers Orthopaedic Surgery & Sports Medicine Group come in. Not only is our team trained in a...
You’ve probably been in this situation before: You hurt your knee, and you’re trying to figure out the best course of action, so you assess your pain level and your other symptoms to decide what to do next. The typical list of options looks like this: Stay home, ice it,...
Your bones are the sturdiest structures in your body — but they aren’t indestructible. Most people will experience a fracture or two during their lifetime, so knowing what to expect once the cast comes off is crucial. Here, our team of specialists at Somers Orthopaedic Surgery & Sports Medicine Group...
From your head to your toes, you have 360 joints in your body. Each one performs a unique task that helps you move. Even now, the joints in your thumb and fingers help you scroll through this blog, and the joints in your neck make it possible for you to...
When you hear someone say they have arthritis, they likely have osteoarthritis. Of the over 100 different types of arthritis, osteoarthritis is the most common, impacting over 32 million adults. It’s known as the “wear-and-tear” arthritis as it occurs when the slippery cushioning substance between the bones of your joint...
The shin bone is an underestimated part of your anatomy, and until it starts hurting, you’ve likely never paid much attention to it. These important bones, however, are crucial to distributing weight evenly across your knee and to your ankle. Your shins achieve this delicate balance through a combination of...
Your shoulder is one of the largest and most powerful joints in your body. This ball-and-socket joint connects your arm to your torso and is responsible for a variety of movements and functions, including rotating your upper arm, bearing weight over your head, and reaching behind your back. Healthy shoulders...
As arthritis attacks your joints, your cartilage wears away, bone rubs against bone, and, it seems, your hope of a normal, healthy, and active life vanishes. But at the Somers Orthopaedic Surgery & Sports Medicine Group, we don’t think that life has to stop when arthritis sets in. Here, our...
Without it, you wouldn’t be able to hold yourself up. Without it, your body’s most valuable structure — the spinal cord — would be left unprotected. In short, your spine is crucial to your ability to function. But how much do you know about how your spine works? It’s okay...
Sometimes, your ankle pain is the result of a sudden injury or an underlying disease and is totally out of your control. Other times, the choice you make on footwear is to blame. Here, our team of experts at Somers Orthopaedic Surgery & Sports Medicine Group exposes some of the...
From Billie Jean King to Simone Biles, women have blazed trails and made huge splashes in the sports world, but none of them became successful without getting to know their bodies and training them properly. And if you’re a female athlete, understanding how vulnerable your knees are is especially important. ...
Dr. Khabie co-authored this commentary piece in the Journal of Combat Sports Medicine from the Association of Ringside Physicians. Read on for more information about a topic that has been widely discussed.
Dr. Buchalter recently answered some questions for Westchester Magazine about knee pain and knee arthritis. See the link below to check out the interview and learn more about your treatment options if you are suffering from knee pain or knee arthritis! https://westchestermagazine.com/partner-content/ask-the-expert/orthopedics-spine/qa-why-suffer-one-more-day-with-knee-pain/ Feel free to call us or use the...
Your shoulder is one of the largest, strongest, and most flexible joints in your body. It provides your upper extremities with an incredible range of motion, made possible by a complex network of bones, muscles, tendons, and ligaments working together. This huge joint is a crucial part of your daily...
We rely on our joints for so much. Without them, the simplest movements from twisting the cap off a water bottle to getting out of a chair would be virtually impossible. Unfortunately, our joints are susceptible to a wide variety of injuries and damaging conditions that result in pain and...
When you were younger, you ran, walked, and jumped on strong, healthy joints without fear of pain. Now, thanks to arthritis, you take careful steps, may spend your days and nights in agony, and long for the days when your joints could get you through your daily routine. Our team...
In case you missed it, Dr. Buchalter and Dr. Khabie participated in a webinar about shoulder, knee, and hip pain with Northern Westchester Hospital. Check it out! https://youtu.be/XbUAAt6ujH4
By Daniel Howard, MD “Why does my shoulder hurt?” is one of the most common questions that I get asked in our office. People experience problems with all sorts of regular daily activities due to shoulder pain, from putting on a seatbelt, to taking a plate off the top shelf. ...
Somers Orthopaedic Surgery & Sports Medicine Group is ready to be your medical partner in your musculoskeletal health. This re-launched blog is going to bring you important information about conditions in your bones and joints that can affect your quality of life. From arthritis to ACL injuries, from sciatica to...
Good News, Bad News on Concussions in High School Sports Oct. 15, 2019, at 12:00 p.m. By Serena GordonHealthDay Reporter TUESDAY, Oct. 15, 2019 (HealthDay News) -- New research on concussions reports mixed news for kids playing high school sports. The good news? Concussions are down during football practices. And...
Parents: Save Your Daughter from Injury Down the Line with a Joint-Friendly Fitness Plan. Q & A with Victor Khabie, MD, FAAOS, FACS Q. Are female athletes more likely to be injured during training and competition than their male counterparts? A. Yes. Historically, because most athletes were men, fitness programs...
Northern Westchester Hospital focuses on the best ways to avoid golf-related pain, your score notwithstanding. BY DAVE DONELSON Does your backswing feel more like a back spasm? If it’s any consolation, your golf swing probably isn’t the root cause of the pain, according to Dr. John Abrahams, Co-Director of the...
Dr. Alan Berman, podiatrist at Somers Orthopaedic Surgery has performed many of these procedures with remarkable results. Call the office at 845-278-8400 and ask for an appointment with Dr. Berman. Click here to view the animated procedure video (this is not live surgery) 3D Bunion Surgery Video Click here to...
Congratulations to our podiatrist, Dr. Alan Berman, for being recognized as one of Hudson Valley's Parent Favorite Healthcare professionals. back to top
Dr. Victor Khabie has always loved sports and medicine. the University of Pennsylvania and played several other sports. Sports were always a big part of my life and still are.” Today, he enjoys a flourishing career that marries both passions as an orthopedic surgeon who is chief of surgery and...
Somers Orthopaedics is pleased to offer HYPROCURE® sinus tarsi implant for Talo-Tarsal Dislocation Syndrome. The implant has been used for over 10 years and was FDA approved in 2004. Alan Berman, DPM has done many of these procedures with excellent results. Click the links below to view more information. HyProCure...
9/16/2016 The Journal News: Robotic Surgery Speeds Recovery Dr. Jason Hochfelder, an orthopedic surgeon affiliated with Phelps Memorial Hospital Center in Sleepy Hollow, performed the Lower Hudson Valley’s first robotic-assisted total knee replacement operation at Phelps early this year. And in 2015, an advanced Navio-robotic-assisted partial knee replacement surgery was...
WEDNESDAY, July 20, 2016 (HealthDay News) — A meniscal tear is a common and disabling knee injury affecting many Americans at some point in their lives. Now, new research suggests that in many cases, exercise may work just as well as surgery to heal the condition in middle-aged people. Meniscal...
By Marilyn Moritz - Reporter click the link below to view the video Dr Joel Buchalter discusses knee replacement surgery SAN ANTONIO - Juan Alonso was like millions of Americans suffering from joint pain. So he opted for knee replacement surgery, hoping it would solve the problem. Unfortunately, Alonso suffered...
8 tips for staying safe before, during, and after the procedure By Hallie Levine June 29, 2016 After suffering from debilitating pain for years, Juan Alonso of New York finally had his knee replaced. Then—just a few weeks later—the pain came back, if anything worse than before. “I was in...
MONDAY, Feb. 22, 2016 (HealthDay News) — A Botox-like injection, added to physical therapy, may relieve a type of knee pain that’s common in runners, cyclists and other active people, a new study suggests. The condition — called lateral patellofemoral overload syndrome (LPOS) — affects more than one in eight...
The Cold Hard Truth about Frost Bite! By Alan N. Berman, DPM How you can keep extreme cold from affecting your feet this winter. During cold and damp weather conditions it is important to keep your feet warm and dry. Staying warm during freezing temperatures can be critical for the...
Click on the link below to watch Bob's personal story of Navio Robotic Knee Surgery performed by Dr. Victor Khabie. Bob’s recuperation period was quicker with Navio robot-assisted knee replacement surgery than with a conventional procedure. Navio Robotic Knee Surgery back to top
Dr. Victor Khabie and Dr. Eric Grossman of Northern Westchester Hospital describe a remarkable new option that restores natural movement as never before possible. A great leap forward in precision and accuracy to benefit the patient. https://youtu.be/2gTyPC2fprQ back to top
Sep 28, 2015 Pat Mayo talks with Dr. Victor Khabie and Gregg Sussman about every significant injury from Sunday, and unleashes his Week 4 Waiver Wire Pickup Power Rankings for every position. Plus, the streaming QBs and DSTs of the week. 2015 Fantasy Football: Week 4 Waiver Wire Pickup Rankings...
Pat Mayo talks with Dr. Victor Khabie and Jake Ciely about every significant injury from Sunday including Tony Romo, and unleashes his Week 3 Waiver Wire Pickup Power Rankings for every position. Fantasy Football 2015 week 3 back to top
Chalk Talk with NWH’s Dr. Khabie on sports injuries, Tommy John & Matt Harvey Posted: 10:50 am, September 17, 2015 Chalk Talk with NWH’s Dr. Khabie on sports injuries, Tommy John & Matt Harvey: If your son or daughter is a competitive athlete you’ve probably heard the: “Johnny needs to...
by: Heather Salerno September 3, 2015 (Photo: Joe Larese/The Journal News) The problem Adolfo Calenda, 71, worked in construction for decades before retiring in 2006, and he knew that the job had taken a toll on his body. “I used to do tiles and marble, so I would be on...
Published on Sep 2, 2015 Pat Mayo and Dr. Victor Khabie (Chief, Department of Surgery; Northern Westchester Hospital) discuss the 2015 NFL injury report, specifically, the injuries which should scare Fantasy Football owners. Mayo gets Dr. Khabie to assess injuries to Michael Floyd, LeSean McCoy, Alshon Jeffery, Randall Cobb, Arian...
Patrick Mayo, Staff Writer August 2, 2015 FNTSY Sports Network’s Pat Mayo and Dr. Victor Khabie dicuss the 2015 NFL injury report, specifically, the injuries which should scare Fantasy Football owners if they happen during the season. Mayo gets Dr. Khabie to assess the nagging injuries and offseason surgeries to Peyton Manning,...
3 myths about dairy-free foods Calcium is important even when you're older, and milk can be a fine way to get it Published: June 05, 2015 01:45 PM ConsumerReports.org Have you sworn off dairy? Maybe you think it will ease your stomach woes. Or, now that you're middle-aged, you assume...
Dr. Victor Khabie performs NY's 1st robot-assisted knee surgery with Navio — 5 key notes Written by Laura Dyrda | Friday, 29 May 2015 00:00 Northern Westchester Hospital's co-chief of orthopedic surgery and director of sports medicine at the Orthopedic and Spine Institute Victor Khabie, MD, performed the first robot-assisted...
posted May 8, 2015 Manny Pacquiao, Punching Power and the Role of the Rotator Cuff Dr. Victor Khabie, Chief of the Department of Surgery and Chief of Sports Medicine at Northern Westchester Hospital in Mount Kisco, NY dispenses advice on rotator cuff surgery in light of professional boxer Manny Pacquiao’s...
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February 6, 2015 CARMEL, N.Y. – Orthopedic surgeon Dr. Joel Buchalter of Somers Orthopedics performed the MAKOplasty Knee Resurfacing procedure on Friday, Jan. 30, using the RIO system, a highly advanced, surgeon-controlled robotic arm that offers a new level of precision to restore mobility. The technology is also used for total hip replacements. MAKOplasty is...
February 5, 2015 beck.mlblogs.com The Tigers announced Thursday that Victor Martinez will have surgery next week for a torn left medial meniscus. They did not, however, announce how much time he might miss. There’s a good reason for that, because the type of surgery Dr. James Andrews performs will have...
By Wilton Bulletin Staff on March 23, 2014 with commentary by Alan Berman, DPM - Board Certified Podiatrist Never underestimate the power of a little joint to cause big problems. But that’s what can happen to senior citizens suffering from big toe joint pain — often as a result of...
Your Health Journal By Len Saunders – Health, Fitness, Nutrition, And Wellness Dec. 5, 2013 Orthopaedic specialist Dr. Joel Buchalter with Somers Orthopaedic Surgery & Sports Medicine Group, offers tips about the benefits of anterior hip replacement with the Hana table. Living with constant hip pain can literally drag you...
An informative slideshow featuring commentary from Joel S. Buchalter, MD, FAAOS, FACS Slide Show - 11 things your orthopaedist wants you to know back to top
Dr. Joel Buchalter performed Anterior Hip Replacement Surgery on both hips for a patient that wanted to get back to an active lifestyle quickly. Click on the link below to watch her video and read her story. Anterior Hip Replacement Video back to top
PUTNAM HOSPITAL CENTER HONORS LAKE MAHOPAC ROTARIAN KEVIN BAILEY L to R: Maureen H. Zipparo, President, PHC; Dr. Joel Buchalter, MD, President, Medical Staff, PHC; Kevin Bailey, Lake Mahopac Rotarian and PHC Honoree and Jeffrey Redfield, Chairman, PHC Board of Directors (Photo provided by Putnam Hospital Center) Cable advertising businessman...
October 15, 2013 Never underestimate the power of a little joint to cause big problems. But that's what can happen to senior citizens suffering from big toe joint pain - often as a result of arthritis - which can not only sour the mood and lessen quality of life, but...
Geoff Williams 10/7/13 It is good to save money, most people are taught from an early age. If you have a coupon, use it. If you aren't going to be in a room, turn off the lights. Buy those holiday decorations after December 25. And on and on. But being...
Putnam Country Press/Times, September 25, 2013 By Guest Columnist Dr. Stuart Styles Knee problems send almost 20 million people to a doctor's office each year. Injuries to the knees are common to all sports and cumulative wear and tear on the knee sends large numbers of older people to doctors'...
9/21/2013 By Thomas Gerbasi Comments by: Victor Khabie, MD, FAAOS Gary Stark Jr. remembers the old days in the gyms around Brooklyn and Staten Island. Back then, he was going to be the next champion to emerge from the city, a slick boxer with flash, heart, and charisma, one who...
BWWFitnessworld.com, September 17, 2013 Sports medicine specialist Dr. Scott Levin offers young players tips for preventing football related injuries. For many years, the number of student athletes playing football at the high school level has far surpassed the number of participants in any other sport. During the 2012-2013 season, more...
Study of NCAA athletes found speed, jumping power changed little over 4-year careers By Serena Gordon HealthDay Reporter Comments by: Victor Khabie, MD, FAAOS THURSDAY, Sept. 12 (HealthDay News) -- College football players may get bigger and stronger during their four-year careers, but apparently all those grueling drills don't make...
DIGITAL JOURNAL August 29, 2013 Physical therapist Matt Mikesh with Somers Orthopaedic Surgery & Sports Medicine Group offers tips about exercises that can cause more harm than good. Exercising is a crucial factor in maintaining a healthy body and mind. This is a commonly known fact and 76% of American...
WebMD News from HealthDay, By Steven Reinberg TUESDAY, Aug. 20, 2013 (HealthDay News) -- Lateral wedge shoe inserts don't appear to relieve pain in patients suffering from osteoarthritis of the knee, a new study finds.These inexpensive plastic inserts (or insoles) are designed to shift body weight from the inside of the...
July 31, 2013 A pair of new studies indicate that most patients with rotator cuff injuries respond well to non-surgical treatment, and a key predictor of who benefits most from physical therapy may simply be who expects to. This is good news for those coping with rotator cuff injuries,...
Stuart T. Styles, MD, FAAOS HealthNewsDigest.com) - Carmel, NY, July, 2013 - Knee problems send almost 20 million people to a doctor's office each year. Injuries to the knees are common to all sports and cumulative wear and tear on the knee sends large numbers of older people to doctors' offices...
There’s a reason trail running is booming in popularity… a few reasons, actually. By Lisa Jhung; June 2013 Heading out on a trail instead of pavement is appealing for so many reasons. Escaping into the woods or meadows gives you a nature experience that a road run often cannot, and a...
Scott M. Levin, MD., FAAOS - Board Certified Orthopaedic Surgeon Carmel, NY, June 2013 - There's something about summer that makes the idea of hopping on a bike and heading for a rugged trail nearly irresistible. Three decades after the sport began with only a handful of enthusiasts, mountain biking has...
FoxNews.com An interview with Alan Berman, DPM - Podiatrist, By Julie Revelant, June 23, 2013 If you’re pregnant, you probably can’t wait to get home and put your feet up. If your feet hurt, you might have plantar fasciitis, a condition that affects about 10 percent of the population - and probably...
Lifting Smart Some simple precautions can help you avoid injuries when working with weights. by Linda Melone, CSCS, June 2013 Commentary by: Yariv Maghen, MD, Orthopaedic Surgeon You’re really pumped by the results of your weight routine—increased strength and better muscle definition provide all the motivation you need to keep pushing...
PUTNAM COUNTY PRESS/TIMES The Largest Circulation Newspaper in Putnam County, June 5, 2013 Jean Park, MD - Board Certified Rheumatologist Arthritis is the nation's most common disability, affecting 50 million adults in America. Between 2007 and 2009, 50 percent of adults 65 years or older reported an arthritis diagnosis. For seniors...
Between 200,000 and 300,000 total hip replacement surgeries are performed each year in the United States, sixty-five percent of them on people over the age of 65, according to the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. These procedures have been concentrated in older adults because many people put off the operation...
Somers Orthopaedic Surgery Doctors Named Top Docs in 2013 Joel S. Buchalter,MD, FAAOS, FACS, Douglas J. Fauser, MD, FAAOS, FACS, and Victor Khabie, MD, FAAOS, FACS, recognized as leaders in Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine and acknowledged for advanced, innovative procedures that repair damage, reduce pain and restore mobility. Drs. Joel...
APRIL 24, 2013 Horseback Riding: Safety Tips "Rein In" Injuries By Stuart T. Styles, M.D., F.A.A.O.S. Carmel, NY - An estimated 30 million people ride horses every year in the United States. And according to the U.S. Consumers Product Safety Commission, about 200,000 of them are injured, with as many...
April 3, 2013 The image was horrifying: Kentucky freshman Nerlens Noel, a defensive-minded menace whom many, if not most, NBA general managers had pegged as the No. 1 pick in the 2013 draft, lay on the floor during a Feb. 12 game in Gainesville, Fla., clutching his left knee in...
February 01,2013 Keep Running All Winter Long In 2013: Physical Therapist Matt Mikesh with Somers Orthopaedic Surgery & Sports Medicine offers tips for staying safe on the roads Runners can be divided into two groups: Those who run for a specific reason—to fit into a favorite pair of jeans, perhaps—and...
Jan 15, 2013 by Katherine PacchianaLifestyle Dr. Scott Levin of Somers Orthopaedic Surgery says more than 20 million Americans have practiced yoga to increase flexibility, reduce stress and improve conditions ranging from neck pain to asthma. Recent controversy about the possible harms of yoga led Dr. Levin to compose a...
12/30/12 WESTCHESTER COUNTY, N.Y. – Winter has arrived in our region in a flurry of white. But before you head to the ski slope, there’s one piece of gear experts say you should always have in place. “Every skier and snowboarder should wear a helmet to protect themselves from serious...
December 17, 2012 More costly, intensive treatment is no better than usual care at hastening recovery from whiplash, a new study finds. Researchers looked at more than 3,800 British whiplash patients to compare a more intensive approach to treatment (“active management”) against usual care at 15 hospital emergency departments. Active...
November 28, 2012 Dr. Stuart Styles Emphasizes Importance of Injury Avoidance as More and More Seniors Reap Benefits of Regular Exercise (HealthNewsDigest.com) - Carmel, NY, November, 2012 - There's no longer any doubt: Exercise and physical activity can help us live longer, healthier lives. Study after study confirms that physical...
November 13, 2012 PITTSBURGH (AP) — Ben Roethlisberger left Heinz Field on Monday night with his sprained right shoulder in a sling. When he walks back in ready to play is anybody's guess. Tomlin called Pittsburgh's franchise quarterback "questionable" but otherwise offered little detail Tuesday, less than 24 hours after...
Oct. 16, 2012 Scott Levin, M.D. F.A.A.O.S. (HealthNewsDigest.com) - Carmel, NY, - When the leaves start to turn, skiers’ minds turn to upcoming powder. But autumn is also the time to get their bodies prepped for winter so they won’t have to nurse an injury that could have been avoided,...
October 13, 2012 Small study found it helped patients for whom typical treatments had failed SATURDAY, Oct. 13 (HealthDay News) -- Botox injections, long used to smooth away wrinkles, might also soothe chronic neck and shoulder muscle pain, new research suggests. This type of persistent pain "is a common disorder...
October 2012 Victor Khabie, MD (HealthNewsDigest.com) - Oct. 2012 Carmel, NY, – To many Americans, nothing says “autumn” quite like the start of football season, and to parents of school-age kids, that often means youth (or “pee wee”) football, which sends 5- to 14-year-olds onto the gridiron. But while junior...
Dr. Scott Levin Emphasizes Parents' Role in Preventing Injuries to Young DancersSeptember 13, 2012 Scott Levin, M.D. F.A.A.O.S. (HealthNewsDigest.com) - Carmel, NY, – With autumn leaves and the return to school, millions of young dancers also begin or resume dance studies. Dance is an artistic, athletic, expressive, and social form...
Yariv Maghen, MD Orthopaedic Hand Specialist Offers Tips to Musicians on Injury Prevention this Season Carmel, NY (PRWEB) September 05, 2012 Music brings great joy to the world. But not without musicians paying a heavy price in occurrences of pain throughout their careers. Playing an instrument is physically demanding and...
Dr. Andrew Peretz notes that while falls are inevitable serious injury can be prevented Andrew M Peretz, M.D. F.A.A.O.S. (HealthNewsDigest.com) - Carmel, New York, August, 2012 - Every skateboarder is going to fall and unfortunately many are going to suffer an injury. According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, skateboard...
Podiatrist Dr. Alan Berman on five ways to avoid a flip-flop fiasco Alan N. Berman, DPM (HealthNewsDigest.com) - Somers, NY, - Flip-flops may be a trademark of breezy summer days but they can pose serious health risks. “There are limited statistics about injuries related to flip-flops because people aren’t always...
From HealthNewsDigest.com Diabetes IssuesGuidelines for Diabetic Foot Care Podiatry Expert Dr. Alan Berman Outlines Easy-to-Follow Advice for Preventing Complications (HealthNewsDigest.com) - Carmel, NY, October 2011 – Nearly 26 million Americans have diabetes, according to new estimates from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). And 60-70% of them suffer...