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Dr. Christopher Defrancesco is an orthopedic surgeon who specializes in sports medicine, bringing eight years of clinical experience to his practice. He completed his medical education at the Perelman School of Medicine at University of Pennsylvania, where he developed expertise in treating musculoskeletal injuries and conditions affecting athletes and active individuals.
Dr. Defrancesco practices at multiple prestigious institutions, including Hospital for Special Surgery in New York and Boston Children's Hospital in Massachusetts. He focuses on treating patients with joint pain, knee injuries, and mobility challenges that affect core stability. His approach often incorporates physical therapy and strength training programs to help patients regain function and return to their activities. He also utilizes diagnostic imaging techniques to accurately assess bone and joint conditions before developing treatment plans.
Dr. Defrancesco practices at multiple prestigious institutions, including Hospital for Special Surgery in New York and Boston Children's Hospital in Massachusetts. He focuses on treating patients with joint pain, knee injuries, and mobility challenges that affect core stability. His approach often incorporates physical therapy and strength training programs to help patients regain function and return to their activities. He also utilizes diagnostic imaging techniques to accurately assess bone and joint conditions before developing treatment plans.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 8 years of experience
- 21 insurance plans accepted
- Perelman School Of Medicine At University Of Pennsylvania
- 2 specialties
- 3 areas of expertise
- 3 hospital affiliations
- 2 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. Christopher John Defrancesco has 2 locationsHospital For Special Surgery
535 E 70th StNew York, NY 10021 Tel: (212) 606-1000
Mon9:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue9:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed9:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu9:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri9:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Orthopedic Surgery | Orthopedic Surgery | Orthopedic Surgery | Orthopedic Surgery |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 8 Years of Experience | 27 Years of Experience | 17 Years of Experience | 26 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks Spanish, English | Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English, Spanish | |
| New York , NY | Clifton , NJ | Westfield , NJ | Englewood Cliffs , NJ |
| Med School: Perelman School Of Medicine At University Of Pennsylvania | Med School: Temple School of Medicine, Philadelphia, PA | Med School: Suny Upstate Medical University College Of Medicine | Med School: University Of Chicago Division Of The Biological Sciences The Pritzker School Of Medicine |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Christopher John Defrancesco
Medical Specialties
Dr. Christopher John Defrancesco has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Christopher John Defrancesco has the following 3 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
8 Years Experience
Dr. Christopher John Defrancesco holds an active medical license in the states of New York and Massachusetts.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of New York that expires in 2027 and an active medical license in the state of Massachusetts that expires in 2027.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from Perelman School Of Medicine At University Of Pennsylvania in 2018.
NPI Number
Dr. Defrancesco's NPI number is 1215431911.
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- Which hospitals is Dr. Christopher Defrancesco affiliated with?
- Dr. Christopher Defrancesco is affiliated with Gracie Square Hospital, Boston Childrens Hospital, and Virtua Voorhees Hospital.
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- Where is Dr. Christopher Defrancesco's office located?
- Dr. Christopher Defrancesco's office is located at 535 E 70th St, New York, NY, 10021.
- Does Dr. Christopher Defrancesco accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Dr. Christopher Defrancesco has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
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