Conditions Treated

Meet David S. Feldman, MD

Board-certified Orthopedic Surgeon

Associate Director of the Paley Institute and leader of the Spine Deformity Center and Hip Pain Center. Previously Chief of Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery and a professor of Orthopedic Surgery and pediatrics at NYU Langone Medical Center/NYU Hospital for Joint Diseases.

I specialize in orthopedic surgery and sub-specialize in spinal deformities, severe limb and hip deformities

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Dr. Feldman's Specialist Approach

International Patients

Dr. Feldman is an internationally recognized orthopedic expert and world-renowned surgeon, and has treated patients from all over the world. Our team is happy to assist in coordinating your travel to allow for a smooth experience to receive the care that you and your family deserve.

Patient Journey: In the Spotlight

Every journey tells a story worth sharing.

Our daughter, Ella, was diagnosed with MHE when she was around 2. We had noticed a bump on her right wrist and thought she broke her arm. We had taken her to a doctor, and the doctor believed it was a bone tumor of some kind and said osteochondromas were the most common type. We were told just to wait and watch it before we did anything further. - Ella

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Patient Resources

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A Facebook Live video with Dr. Feldman in which he discusses conditions, treatment plans and answers related questions.

Our Outcomes

Dr. Feldman is an expert in the care of spinal deformities such as scoliosis and kyphosis and specializes in treating patients with complex conditions such as arthrogryposis, achondroplasia, MHE, hip dysplasia, Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease, lower limb deformities and limb length problems.

4.8 average score on healthgrades

Dr. Feldman is without a doubt the most knowledgeable and skilled orthopedic surgeon for children with achondroplasia. All four of our children, who have achondroplasia, see him. He knows them by name and address each of them and their concerns with... - Robin Worley
We were recommended to Dr. Feldman about 11 years ago, after searching the east coast for doctors who are familiar with Andrew's arthrogryposis diagnosis. We found Dr. Feldman when he was at NYU and he performed one of the first major surgeries on ... - Andrew S
Dr. Feldman helped me finally walk normally again!!!! He carefully listened to my concerns, analyzed my awkward gait and was super thorough with testing to rule out a multitude of issues that might be complicating my situation. I saw many doctors her... - Nancy Stevens-Martin
Excellent! A wonderful experience at this full service institute. We went in for an orthopedic exam and once it was determined that a podiatrist was needed, one was brought in moments later and the full podiatric consult was done. No need to schedule... - Brad R

Publications

Do Not Forget the Spine MRI in Children With Arthrogryposis Multiplex Congenita: High Prevalence of Tethered Spinal Cord and Preliminary Clinical Findings Following Detethering

In The News

Dr. Feldman on Scoliosis Awareness