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Dr. David Helfet, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 76
Dr. David Helfet, MD
4.4 (17 Ratings)

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Dr. David Helfet, MD is an Orthopedic Surgery Specialist in New York, NY.
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Dr. David Helfet, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 76
New York, NY
Accepting new patients
49 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. David Helfet, MD is an Orthopedic Surgery Specialist in New York, NY.

About

Dr. David Helfet, MD is an Orthopedic Surgery Specialist in New York, NY and has 49 years experience. They graduated from University Of Cape Town, Faculty Of Health Sciences in 1975 and completed a residency at Edendale Hospital|Johns Hopkins University|Johns Hopkins University / School of Medicine|The Johns Hopkins Hospital.They currently practice at Practice and are affiliated with New York Presbyterian Hospital and NewYork-Presbyterian/Columbia University Medical Center. Dr. Helfet has experience treating conditions like Humerus Fracture, Shoulder Fracture and Knee Fracture among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Helfet received an average rating of 4.4/5 from patients and has been reviewed 17 times. Their office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Helfet also speaks German, Italian and Spanish. Dr. Helfet is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Humerus Fracture
Shoulder Fracture
Knee Fracture
Humerus Fracture
Shoulder Fracture
Knee Fracture
Humerus Fracture
Shoulder Fracture
Knee Fracture
Broken Arm
Clavicle Fracture
Femur Fracture
Hip Fracture
Joint Pain
Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle)
Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
Patellar Fracture
Pelvic Fracture
Tibial Fracture
Femoral Neck Fracture
Fibular Fracture
Shoulder Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Ankle Fracture
Ankle Sprains and Strains
Back Pain
Chronic Pelvic Pain
Difficulty With Walking
Foot Fracture
Gait Abnormality
Internal Derangement of Knee
Knee Ligament Tears
Limb Pain
Low Back Pain
Miner's Knee
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteopenia
Rib Fracture
Sacral Fracture
Wrist Fracture
Arthrocentesis
Hip Fracture and-or Dislocation Treatment, Open
Knee and Leg Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Open
Meniscus Surgery
Rotator Cuff Surgery
Shoulder Fracture Treatment
AC Joint Injury
Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
Ankle and Foot Instability or Derangement
Ankle Impingement
Ankle Sprain and Achilles Tendon Sprain or Rupture
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) or Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Tear
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Tear
Arthritis of the Elbow
Avascular Necrosis
Avascular Necrosis of Femoral Head
Baker’s Cyst
Bone Cancer
Brachial Plexus Palsy
Broken Neck
Bursitis
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Cervical Radiculopathy
Chronic Neck Pain
Coccygeal Pain
Coccyx Fracture
Coccyx or Sacrum Fracture
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)
Complications of Joint Prosthesis
Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus
De Quervain's Disease
Degenerative Disc Disease
Dupuytrens Contracture
Elbow Bursitis
Elbow Sprain
Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis)
Enthesopathy of Knee (incl. Bursitis of Knee)
Femoral Stress Fracture
Foot Sprain
Fracture of Hand and Fingers
Genu Valgum
Gout
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Hand Fracture
Herniated Disc
Hip Dysplasia
Hip Sprain
Hip Tendinitis
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Knee Dislocation
Knee Sprain
Lateral Collateral Ligament (LCL) Sprain
Lateral Epicondylitis
Leg Fracture Above Knee (incl. Hip)
Lumbar Compression Fracture
Lumbar Radiculopathy
Lumbar Spine Fracture
Lupus
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Medial Collateral Ligament (MCL) Sprain
Meniscus Tear
Muscle Cramping
Neck Muscle Strain
Neck Sprain
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Nerve Sheath Tumors
Osteoarthritis of Ankle
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteosarcoma
Patellar Dislocation
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Pathological Spine Fracture
Peripheral Nerve Disorders
Plantar Fasciitis
Radiculopathy
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rotator Cuff Tear
Rotator Cuff Tendinosis
Rupture of Achilles Tendon
Sacrum Disorders
Scapular Fracture
Sciatica
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Sciatica (Not Due to Disc Displacement)
Scoliosis
Shoulder Dislocation
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Sjögren's Syndrome
Soft Tissue Sarcoma
Spinal Cord Injury
Spinal Stenosis
Spine Deformities
Spondylitis
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Sternum Fracture
Stress Fracture of Foot
Systemic Sclerosis
Thoracic Radiculopathy
Thoracic Spinal Cord Injury
Thoracic Spine Fracture
Tibia and Fibula Fractures
Tibia or Fibula Stress Fracture
TMJ
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Torticollis
Whiplash
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Acetabulum Surgery
ACL Surgery
Ankle Fracture Repair
Arm Surgery
Biceps Tendon Repair
Bunion Surgery
Dressing and-or Debridement of Wound, Infection, or Burn
Elbow Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Excision of Femur or Knee
Excision of Ganglion
Excision of Humerus
Excision of Radius or Ulna
Excision of Scapula, Clavicle, Rib, or Sternum
Excision of Tarsal or Metatarsal
Excision of Tibia or Fibula
Foot and Ankle DislocationTreatment, Open
Foot and Ankle Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Foot and Ankle Fracture Treatment, Closed
Foot and Ankle Fracture Treatment, Open
Foot and Ankle Ligament and Tendon Repair
Foot Fracture Treatment Open
Fracture Care
Hand and Wrist Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Open
Hip Impingement Procedure
Hip Replacement
Hip Replacement with Robotic Assist
Knee Arthroscopy
Knee Dislocation Treatment
Knee Surgery
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Neuroplasty
Pelvic Reconstructive Surgery
Periacetabular Osteotomy
Peripheral Nerve Block
Resection or Ablation of Bone Tumor, Partial or Complete Resection of Bone, Debridement of Bone
Separated Femoral Epiphysis Treatment
Separated Shoulder Treatment
Shoulder Arthroscopy
Shoulder Dislocation Treatment
Somatic Nerve Block
Spinal Nerve Block
Spine Fracture Treatment
Steroid Injection
Total Hip Replacement
Ulnar Nerve Transposition
Wound Repair

Insurance Accepted

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  • Emblem Health
  • United Healthcare

Locations

  1. 1 Hospital for Special Surgery
    535 E 70th St, New York, NY 10021
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  2. 2 Riley J. Williams III MD PC
    525 E 71st St, New York, NY 10021
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Patient Reviews
May 30, 2021
Dr. Helfet is the most skilled, caring and ethical practitioner I have ever met. I will always remember and be grateful to him and his wonderful team for treating my badly broken arm a few years ago. The surgery went perfectly . I had no idea that such a celebrated NYC surgeon could also be the the kindest most modest and caring man in NYC. Thank You Dr, Helfet!
Kate Nelligan — May 30, 2021
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  • 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. 

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Biography
  • Dr. David Helfet, MD is an orthopedic surgery specialist in New York, NY and has over 48 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University Of Cape Town, Faculty Of Health Sciences in 1975. He specializes in Orthopedic Surgery and Trauma Medicine.
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Languages Spoken
German
Italian
Spanish
Languages Spoken
Specialties*
Orthopedic Surgery
Trauma Medicine
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • University Of Cape Town, Faculty Of Health Sciences
    1975
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Orthopedic Surgery
Board Certifications
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Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Edendale Hospital|Johns Hopkins University|Johns Hopkins University / School of Medicine|The Johns Hopkins Hospital
    1981
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • University Bern|UCLA|University of California at Los Angeles
    1981
Fellowship Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. David Helfet, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Helfet's profile.

Dr. Helfet frequently treats the following conditions: Humerus Fracture, Shoulder Fracture and Knee Fracture. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. David Helfet, MD is affiliated with New York Presbyterian Hospital and NewYork-Presbyterian/Columbia University Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. David Helfet, MD holds board certification in Orthopedic Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • New York Presbyterian Hospital

    525 E 68th St, New York, NY

  • NewYork-Presbyterian/Columbia University Medical Center

    622 W 168th St, New York, NY