4.3
57 Ratings with 24 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Claudette Lajam is an orthopedic surgeon with over five decades of medical experience serving patients in New York. She earned her medical degree from Weill Cornell Medical College and completed her residency at the prestigious Mayo School of Graduate Medical Education. Her extensive training has equipped her to address complex musculoskeletal conditions with expertise gained through 54 years of practice. Dr. Lajam is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing her to communicate effectively with a diverse patient population.
Dr. Lajam practices at NYU Langone Orthopedic Center in New York and maintains affiliations with Long Island Jewish Forest Hills. She specializes in treating conditions such as hip arthritis, groin pain, and acetabular dysplasia. Her surgical expertise includes hip replacement procedures and innovative approaches like bloodless surgery techniques. She also performs genicular nerve blocks to help manage patient pain effectively. Patients have rated Dr. Lajam …4.3 out of 5 stars for her care and expertise.
Read More Read less Dr. Lajam practices at NYU Langone Orthopedic Center in New York and maintains affiliations with Long Island Jewish Forest Hills. She specializes in treating conditions such as hip arthritis, groin pain, and acetabular dysplasia. Her surgical expertise includes hip replacement procedures and innovative approaches like bloodless surgery techniques. She also performs genicular nerve blocks to help manage patient pain effectively. Patients have rated Dr. Lajam …4.3 out of 5 stars for her care and expertise.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 54 years of experience
- 5 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English, Spanish
- Mayo School Of Graduate Medical Education
- 24 written reviews
- 2 specialties
- 17 areas of expertise
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
- Female
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Location
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| Claudette M. Lajam, MD | Dr. Christopher M Scanlon, MD | Dr. Seth Jerabek, MD | Dr. Michael Ast, MD |
| Orthopedic Surgery | Orthopedic Surgery | Orthopedic Surgery | Orthopedic Surgery |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 54 Years of Experience | 10 Years of Experience | 21 Years of Experience | 19 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English | Speaks English, Spanish | |
| New York , NY | Brooklyn , NY | White Plains , NY | New York , NY |
| Med School: Weill Cornell Medical College | Med School: Drexel University College Of Medicine | Med School: University Of Michigan Medical School | Med School: Lewis Katz School Of Medicine At Temple University |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Claudette M. Lajam
Medical Specialties
Claudette M. Lajam has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Claudette M. Lajam has the following 17 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
54 Years Experience
Claudette M. Lajam holds an expired medical license in the state of New York.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of New York that expired in 2025.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at Mayo School Of Graduate Medical Education.
Medical School
Graduated from Weill Cornell Medical College in 1999 and Weill Cornell Medical College in 1972.
NPI Number
Claudette M. Lajam's NPI number is 1548213259.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Which hospitals is Claudette Lajam affiliated with?
- Claudette Lajam is affiliated with Long Island Jewish Forest Hills.
- What languages does Claudette Lajam speak?
- Claudette Lajam speaks English and Spanish.
- Does Claudette Lajam accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Claudette Lajam accepts on their Vitals profile.
- How can I make an appointment with Claudette Lajam?
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- Does Claudette Lajam accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Claudette Lajam has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
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