4.3
57 Ratings with 24 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Claudette Lajam is an orthopedic surgeon who has dedicated over five decades to helping patients with bone and joint conditions. She earned her medical degree from Weill Cornell Medical College and completed her residency training at the prestigious Mayo School of Graduate Medical Education. With 54 years of clinical experience, Dr. Lajam brings extensive expertise to her orthopedic practice. She is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing her to serve a diverse patient population.
Dr. Lajam is affiliated with Long Island Jewish Forest Hills and practices at the NYU Langone Orthopedic Center in New York, NY. She specializes in treating conditions such as acetabular dysplasia, groin pain, and hip osteoarthritis. Her surgical expertise includes hip replacement procedures, bloodless surgery techniques, and genicular nerve blocks for pain management. Patients have given Dr. Lajam an average rating of 4.3 out of 5, reflecting their confidence in her care.
Dr. Lajam is affiliated with Long Island Jewish Forest Hills and practices at the NYU Langone Orthopedic Center in New York, NY. She specializes in treating conditions such as acetabular dysplasia, groin pain, and hip osteoarthritis. Her surgical expertise includes hip replacement procedures, bloodless surgery techniques, and genicular nerve blocks for pain management. Patients have given Dr. Lajam an average rating of 4.3 out of 5, reflecting their confidence in her care.
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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. Richard Salzer, MD | Dr. William D. Long, MD | Dr. Nicholas Delaney, 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 | 53 Years of Experience | 19 Years of Experience | 17 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 | Speaks English | Speaks English, Spanish |
| New York , NY | Englewood Cliffs , NJ | Westfield , NJ | Westfield , NJ |
| Med School: Weill Cornell Medical College | Med School: Tufts University School Of Medicine | Med School: Sidney Kimmel Medical College At Thomas Jefferson University | Med School: Suny Upstate Medical University College Of Medicine |
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
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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