Hand Surgeon on the Upper West Side, Manhattan
When your hand, wrist or elbow stops cooperating, everyday Manhattan life gets harder fast: typing at work, carrying groceries up the stairs, holding a subway pole. Our Upper West Side office at 209 W 96th Street brings New York Hand & Orthopedic Surgery to patients in Manhattan, so you can see a hand and upper extremity specialist without crossing the river to Brooklyn or New Jersey.
Our practice focuses on the hand, wrist and elbow, from first-time evaluation through nonsurgical treatment and, when it's needed, surgery. Many of our Manhattan patients are professionals, performers and active adults whose work depends on fine hand control, and we plan your care around how you actually use your hands.
Meet Our Hand Surgeons
Our surgeons see patients across our offices in Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens and Englewood, NJ. When you call to schedule, our team can tell you which surgeon is available at this office and on which days.
- Vipul Patel, M.D., F.A.A.O.S.: A board-certified orthopedic surgeon with fellowship training in hand, upper extremity and microvascular surgery at Harvard/Massachusetts General Hospital. Dr. Patel has served as an in-house physician for Madison Square Garden, the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater and the Martha Graham Dance School. Read Dr. Patel's full profile.
- Rebecca Nicholas, MBBS, FRCS(Plast), MSc, EBHS: A UK-trained and board-certified hand and reconstructive plastic surgeon with expertise in nerve surgery, tendon repair, hand trauma and congenital hand differences. Read Dr. Nicholas's full profile.
Hand and Upper Extremity Care in Manhattan
Our team evaluates and treats a wide range of hand, wrist, elbow and upper extremity problems, including:
- Carpal tunnel syndrome and cubital tunnel syndrome
- Trigger finger, de Quervain's tenosynovitis and Dupuytren's contracture
- Tennis elbow (lateral epicondylitis) and biceps tendon injuries
- Wrist sprains, scaphoid fractures and fractures of the hand and fingers
- Arthritis of the hand, wrist and thumb
- Complex nerve injuries and revision care after failed upper extremity surgery
- Regenerative options such as platelet-rich plasma (PRP)
Not every service is available at every office. When you call to schedule, our team can confirm where your care will take place.
You can see the practice's full list of hand, wrist and elbow services.
Visiting Our Upper West Side Office
- Office: New York Hand & Orthopedic Surgery – Upper West Side
- Address: 209 W 96th Street, New York, NY 10025
- Phone: (718) 369-HAND (4263)
- Office hours: Please call our office for current hours at this location.
- Insurance: We accept most major health insurance plans. Please call our office to confirm whether we accept your plan.
- Getting here: Call our office for directions and public transit options to this location.
- Parking: Call our office for parking information near this location.
Upper West Side Hand Surgeon FAQs
Do I need a referral to see a hand surgeon in Manhattan?
Some insurance plans require a referral and others don't. Check your plan before your visit, and if a referral letter is required, bring it with you along with your ID and insurance information.
What should I bring to my first visit?
Bring a driver's license or valid ID, your insurance information, any referral letter your plan requires, a list of your medications, and any reports, X-rays, MRIs or CT scans related to your hand, wrist or elbow.
Can I be seen here if I'm a dancer or performer?
Yes. Dr. Patel has cared for performers as an in-house physician for the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater and Martha Graham Dance School, and we can tailor your treatment plan to the demands of your work.
Will I need surgery for my hand pain?
Not every hand or wrist problem needs surgery. Many conditions improve with splinting, therapy, injections or activity changes. Your surgeon can review your symptoms and imaging and discuss which options fit your situation.
Request an Appointment on the Upper West Side
If hand, wrist or elbow pain is getting in the way of your work or routine, request an appointment at our office at 209 W 96th Street to discuss your diagnosis and treatment options with our team.
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330 9th street
(Btw 5th and 6th Ave),
Brooklyn, NY 11215
New York Hand Surgery of Queens
91-31 Queens Boulevard,
Suite 318
Elmhurst, NY 11373
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The following is the information about trains, buses and parking facility:
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Train:
F and G train to 4th Ave stop, R train to 9th Street stop -
Bus:
B61 or B63 to 9th Street/5th Avenue stop -
Parking:
Meter parking on 9th Street
First Visit Guide
Please arrive 10-15 minutes early for your appointment for registration and to fill in a health questionnaire.
When you come for your appointment, please bring the following:
- Driver’s License or a valid ID
- Insurance information
- Referral Letter (if required)
- Reports, X-rays, MRIs, CT scans, etc. and any other relevant information
- List of medications (if any)
If you need to cancel an appointment
Telephone the office during business hours and allow at least 1 days’ notice so that we can offer your appointment time to patients on our waiting list.
We recognize that your time is valuable, and we make every effort to run on time. Occasionally, emergencies or patients require a little more time, and these cause scheduling delays beyond our control. We apologize if we keep you waiting.
