Dr. Andrew K. Sands | New York, NY | Orthopedic Surgery

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Andrew Sands specializes in orthopedic surgery with a focus on foot and ankle surgery. They earned their medical degree from New York Medical College and completed their residency at Lenox Hill Hospital. With over four decades of experience in orthopedic care, Andrew Sands brings extensive expertise to treating complex foot and ankle conditions. They are fluent in both English and Spanish.

Andrew Sands is affiliated with Kingsbrook Jewish Medical Center and practices at locations in New York and Brooklyn. They focus on treating patients with foot pain, heel pain, and Achilles tendon problems. Their approach to care includes physical therapy, strength training, and manual therapy techniques to help patients recover mobility and reduce discomfort. Patients have given Andrew Sands an average rating of 3.2 on Vitals.

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accepting new patients
3.2

74 Ratings
41 years of experience
27 insurance plans accepted
speaks English, Spanish
Lenox Hill Hospital
27 written reviews
2 specialties
7 areas of expertise
2 board certifications
1 hospital affiliation
4 office locations

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This dr. is arrogant and rude and shows no compassion for his patients. He performed ankle surgery on me that left me permanently disabled .

January 29th, 2020

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Very rude. Performed post-tibial tendon transfer with a foot reconstruction. Surgery did not go well at all and have had to have another surgeon try and fix his screw up.

May 22nd, 2019

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Horrible please save yourself from this evil man not a clue of what he was doing sought a second opinion and was glad I did my knee fracture would have been crippling had I listen to him please save yourself look elsewhere

June 16th, 2016

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Excellent Doctor!

June 25th, 2015

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He did my arthroscopic surgery and easy my pain by far greater than before

May 7th, 2015

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I am a return patient because he knows what he is doing.

February 25th, 2015

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Dr sands is the worst Dr I have ever met. after telling me that after 6 months I would be perfect, I still cannot walk without pain.

February 18th, 2015

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After breaking my ankle, I received a referral to Dr Sands from my primary care doctor. I looked at online reviews and was hesitant because there were quite a few not great reviews, but decided to form my own opinion. I'm very glad I did. I've been very happy with the service and care from Dr. Sands and his staff. They are very professional and personable, and available for questions and concerns. I have no reason to believe that my surgery wasn't top notch. I would recommend Dr. Sands to anyone who needs ankle/foot care.

May 9th, 2014

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I donâ??t usually write reviews, but Dr. Sands was such a great doctor, I thought Iâ??d write one. I had to bring my father in for some issues with his ankle, and Dr. Sands kept his patience and professionalism. For every visit, he got straight to point and gave my father the appropriate care. He even cracked a joke or two. Overall, I'd take my father to him again, and I would personally go to him if I ever had any foot issues.

May 4th, 2014

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I consulted with Dr. Sands at the advice of another foot and ankle surgeon who no longer operates. As a medical professional and a tough critic, I found Dr. Sands to be professional and felt comfortable in his care. While my specific issue did not require surgical intervention, I would not hesitate in selecting Dr. Sands for surgery.

March 6th, 2014

Newyork Presbyterian Lower Manhattan Hospital

170 William StNew York, NY 10038

Tel: (212) 312-5000

Kingsbrook Orthopedic Associates

585 Schenectady Ave Ste 200Brooklyn, NY 11203

Tel: (718) 604-5481

Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed

New York Downtown Orthopaedic Associates

170 William St Fl 8New York, NY 10038

Tel: (212) 312-5900

Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed

Kingsbrook Jewish Medical Center

585 Schenectady AveBrooklyn, NY 11203

Tel: (718) 604-5000


Dr. Andrew K. Sands	Dr. Patrick J. Boland, MD	Dr. Christopher M Scanlon, MD	Dr. Roshan P. Shah, MD
Orthopedic Surgery	Orthopedic Surgery	Orthopedic Surgery	Orthopedic Surgery
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
3.2 (74 Ratings)	4.6 (24 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	4.8 (104 Ratings)
41 Years of Experience	59 Years of Experience	10 Years of Experience	38 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English, Spanish	Speaks English		Speaks English
New York , NY	New York , NY	Brooklyn , NY	New York , NY
Med School: New York Medical College	Med School: University College Dublin/St. Vincents Hospital	Med School: Drexel University College Of Medicine	Med School: Yale University School Of Medicine
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Arthroscopic Surgery (Arthroscopy)
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Lenox Hill Hospital

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New York Medical CollegeGraduated in 1985

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Where is Dr. Andrew Sands's office located?: Dr. Andrew Sands's office is located at 170 William St, New York, NY, 10038.
Which hospitals is Dr. Andrew Sands affiliated with?: Dr. Andrew Sands is affiliated with Kingsbrook Jewish Medical Center.
Does Dr. Andrew Sands accept virtual/telehealth appointments?: Dr. Andrew Sands has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
What languages does Dr. Andrew Sands speak?: Dr. Andrew Sands speaks English and Spanish.
Does Dr. Andrew Sands accept my insurance?: You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Andrew Sands accepts on their Vitals profile.

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