Dr. Christopher B. Michelsen, MD | New York, NY | Orthopedic Surgery

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Dr. Christopher Michelsen is an orthopedic surgeon who specializes in spine surgery, bringing 57 years of clinical experience to his practice. He earned his medical degree from Columbia University College of Physicians & Surgeons and completed his residency at New York Presbyterian Hospital. His extensive career has been dedicated to treating complex spinal conditions and performing intricate orthopedic procedures.

Dr. Michelsen practices at NewYork Presbyterian Allen Hospital in New York, NY, and maintains an affiliation with Penn Presbyterian Medical Center. He treats patients with conditions such as De Quervain's tenosynovitis and helps those experiencing limping issues. His practice also includes breast cancer screening procedures, including advanced imaging techniques like digital breast tomosynthesis and scintimammography. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars for his care.

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11 Ratings
57 years of experience
1 insurance plan accepted
New York Presbyterian Hospital
6 written reviews
2 specialties
21 areas of expertise
2 board certifications
1 hospital affiliation
2 office locations
Male

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I have been to different Drs and had surgeries from some. I am a Worker's Compensation case. The first surgeons were WC Drs. After 2 failed surgeries, I went to Dr Michelsen. He took my films and found problems quickly and explain. It seems arrogant is the word that discribes him here. I found a little of that in a good way . Better than the original surgeons i had, scratching their heads figuring out what to do. The other thing I realize then and now is his controlling of pain meds. All the Drs I dealt with before were heavy handed with meds. This led to a rehab for abuse for me. The Dr believed in prescibing enough to get you thru recovery and not to live on them. If there is a problem fix rather then mask. It tokk 10 1/2 hours to fix mess , from WC doctors. The back is not a broken finger, set and heal and off you go. It is complex bundle of nerves.

February 11th, 2015

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Arrogant. Will operate on anyone even if its not the best thing to do seemingly. How do they let him continue to work? Complete disaster. I would stay away. There are great surgeons at many other places that are good and caring.

January 18th, 2015

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After 1.5 hours wait, I got seen by two trainees, who made me do various kinds of movements to determine the source of my pain. Another 30 to 40 have passed, the doctor came, say "hello," and simply took the trainees words for it. It turned out that further exams were necessary, but it depended on if the insurance covered those tests. They said they would find it out for me, but never called me back.

October 6th, 2011

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He is a very caring doctor and was able to diagnose a complicated back issue. He didn't even get upset by my texts to his phone. ahh now you know who I am. I just recently had the surgery. Most of the pain is gone or better and Im hoping to be able to waLK more in the future. People compliment the cut he did. Teaching hospitals are great cause more eyes are watching the surgery.

May 31st, 2011

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I had been in agony for months, Dr. Michelson was the first surgeon to accurately diagnose the problem, and perform surgery -- no more pain, efficient, and caring doctor.

January 7th, 2011

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Soe one you can trust Excellent Doctor

June 25th, 2010

Newyork Presbyterian Allen Hospital

5141 BroadwayNew York, NY 10034

Tel: (212) 932-4000

Dr. Christopher Bruce Michelsen

5141 Broadway Fl 3New York, NY 10034


Dr. Christopher Bruce Michelsen, MD	Dr. Gregory Montalbano, MD	Dr. Gbolahan O Okubadejo, MD	Dr. Asit K. Shah, M.D., Ph.D.
Orthopedic Surgery	Orthopedic Surgery	Orthopedic Surgery	Orthopedic Surgery
	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.4 (11 Ratings)	4.2 (108 Ratings)	4.1 (34 Ratings)	3.8 (76 Ratings)
57 Years of Experience	34 Years of Experience	24 Years of Experience	27 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
	Speaks English, Spanish	Speaks Spanish, English, Yoruba	Speaks English, Spanish
New York , NY	Staten Island , NY	Jamaica , NY	Englewood Cliffs , NJ
Med School: Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons	Med School: Albany Medical College	Med School: Johns Hopkins University School Of Medicine	Med School: Sidney Kimmel Medical College At Thomas Jefferson University
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Ankle Disorders
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Arthroscopy
Back Injuries
Bone Fracture
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Head and Neck Disorder
Herniated Disc
Hip Osteoarthritis
Hip Surgery
Hip Surgery (Hip Replacement Arthroplasty)
Joint Pain/Swelling
Joint Replacement
Knee Surgery
Laminectomy
Orthopedic Spine Surgery
Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)
Scoliosis
Spinal Fractures
Sports Medicine
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Medical Doctor, New York, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

New York Presbyterian Hospital

Medical School

Columbia University College Of Physicians & SurgeonsGraduated in 1969

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