Summary

Dr. Danyal H. Nawabi is an orthopedic surgeon in the Sports Medicine Institute at HSS. He is a specialist in the fields of hip, knee, and shoulder surgery, performing both arthroscopic surgery and joint replacement. He serves as the Fellowship Director for the Hip Preservation Service and Education Director for the Lower Extremity Division of the Sports Medicine Institute. Dr. Nawabi attended college at Cambridge University and obtained his medical degree from Oxford University in England. He then completed his residency in orthopedic surgery on the prestigious Percival Pott Rotation in London, training at the Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital. He was awarded the Sir Walter Mercer Gold Medal as the top graduating resident in the UK and served as the British Orthopaedic Association Young Ambassador in 2010. Following residency, he completed three years of advanced fellowship training in total joint replacement, sports medicine, and hip preservation at HSS, where he was a double recipient of the Philip D. Wilson Award for Excellence in Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Nawabi is actively involved in the care of professional athletes with a specialist expertise in soccer. He has gained experience treating elite soccer athletes from Chelsea Football Club and other English Premier League clubs. He currently serves as Team Physician for the New York Red Bulls (MLS) professional soccer team and Medical Director for the FC Monmouth soccer club. Dr. Nawabi has extensive clinical expertise in ACL reconstruction and sports knee injuries. His interest in knee surgery was developed in London after completing a dedicated one-year fellowship under the supervision of the internationally renowned ACL surgeon, Dr. Andy Williams. Dr. Nawabi has performed hundreds of ACL reconstructions in his career and is focused on constantly evolving his surgical techniques and rehabilitation protocols to achieve optimal outcomes and the lowest failure rates for his patients. Dr. Nawabi works closely with the ACL biomechanics laboratory at HSS where he collaborates with engineers to advance the field of ACL surgery. His focus on ACL surgery has resulted in him being inducted as a member of the prestigious International ACL Study Group. This society comprises the world�s top ACL surgeons and scientists who meet biennially to discuss the latest innovations in ACL surgery and research. Dr. Nawabi is also a specialist in hip arthroscopy, knee osteotomy, and robotic-assisted hip and knee replacement. His expertise in hip surgery was developed at HSS during a one-year fellowship under the supervision of Dr. Bryan Kelly. During this year, Dr. Nawabi also spent time with Dr. Michael Leunig in Switzerland gaining advanced training in computer-navigated direct anterior hip replacement. He has also been trained to perform hip resurfacing by Dr. Edwin Su at HSS. His expertise in knee osteotomy was developed in Europe. He is a pioneer in the use of custom 3D-printed guides for knee osteotomy in the US. Dr. Nawabi�s research portfolio mirrors his clinical expertise. He has authored over 100 peer-reviewed publications and delivered over 300 presentations at national and international conferences, with a focus on ACL reconstruction, hip preservation, and knee osteotomy. He has been recognized with multiple awards by HSS and international societies for his academic accomplishments. Most recently, he was awarded the Cabaud Memorial Award by the American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine (AOSSM) for his work on the use of Lateral Extra-articular Tenodesis (LET) in the setting of ACL reconstruction. Dr. Nawabi believes in offering compassionate care and state-of-the-art solutions to his patients with sports injuries and arthritic conditions of the hip, knee, and shoulder joints.
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Office Locations

Dr. Danyal Nawabi has 3 locations

HSS Long Island

333 Earle Ovington Blvd Ste 106Uniondale, NY 11553

HSS - The Pavilion

541 East 71st Street Ground FloorNew York, NY 10021

HSS Sports Medicine Institute West Side

610 W 58th St Fl 4New York, NY 10019

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.6
  • 26 years of experience
  • 13 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • University Of Oxford Medical Sciences Division
  • 25 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 13 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Danyal Nawabi

  • Aetna
  • BCBS Anthem NY
  • BCBS Federal
  • BCBS Horizon
  • Cigna
  • ConnectiCare
  • EmblemHealth GHI
  • EmblemHealth HIP
  • EmblemHealth Select Care
  • Oxford
  • The Empire Plan NYSHIP
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare Compass

Medical Specialties

Dr. Danyal Nawabi has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Danyal Nawabi has the following 13 areas of expertise

  • ACL Reconstruction or Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction (Bone-Patellar Tendon-Bone Graft)
  • Hip Injuries
  • Hip Osteoarthritis
  • Knee Dislocation
  • Knee Disorders
  • Knee Injuries
  • Knee Osteoarthritis
  • Kneecap Dislocation (Patellar Dislocation)
  • Orthopedic Surgery
  • Rotator Cuff Problem (Shoulder Impingement Syndrome)
  • Shoulder Dislocation
  • Shoulder Pain
  • Tendon Injuries

Certifications, License, & Education

26 Years Experience

Dr. Danyal Nawabi holds an active medical license in the state of New York.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of New York that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Oxford Medical Sciences Division in 2000.

NPI Number

Dr. Nawabi's NPI number is 1346596830.

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Dr. Danyal Nawabi's office is located at 333 Earle Ovington Blvd Ste 106, Uniondale, NY, 11553.
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Dr. Danyal Nawabi is affiliated with Hospital For Special Surgery.

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