Summary

Dr. David Pula treats osteoarthritis, knee osteoarthritis, and shoulder bursitis, and performs knee surgery, shoulder instability procedures, and arthroscopic surgery. He practices orthopedic surgery, sports medicine, and surgery, and is affiliated with Mercy Hospital of Buffalo. He has 23 years of experience.

Dr. Pula earned his medical degree from Tulane University School of Medicine and completed his residency at United States Army Medical Center. He sees patients in Amherst and Orchard Park, New York. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Pula 4.16 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.2
  • 23 years of experience
  • 41 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • United States Army Medical Center
  • 7 written reviews
  • 3 specialties
  • 15 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. David Aaron Pula has 2 locations

Excelsior Orthopedics

3925 Sheridan Dr Ste 100Amherst, NY 14226

Excelsior Orthopedics

260 Red Tail RdOrchard Park, NY 14127

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Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English Speaks Farsi, French, Spanish
Amherst , NYBuffalo , NYNew York , NYNew York , NY
Med School: Tulane University School Of Medicine Med School: Warren Alpert Medical School Of Brown University Med School: Montefiore Medical Center: Einstein Campus (General Surgery) Med School: New York University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. David Aaron Pula

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • 1199SEIU
  • Aetna
  • AmeriGroup
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicaid
  • Centers Plan for Healthy Living
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • EmblemHealth - HMO
  • Excellus Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Fidelis Care (NY)
  • Fidelis Care (NY) - Medicaid
  • Fidelis Care (NY) - Medicaid (Managed)
  • HealthNow
  • Independent Health
  • Independent Health - HMO
  • Independent Health - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Integra
  • Keystone First
  • Liberty Mutual
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - HMO
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Travelers - Workers’ Compensation
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Univera Healthcare
  • Univera Healthcare - PPO
  • UPMC Health Plan
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. David Aaron Pula has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. David Aaron Pula has the following 15 areas of expertise

  • ACL Reconstruction or Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction (Bone-Patellar Tendon-Bone Graft)
  • Arthroscopy
  • Bone Fracture
  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
  • Herniated Disc
  • Joint Pain/Swelling
  • Joint Replacement
  • Knee Surgery
  • Laminectomy
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Rotator Cuff Problem (Shoulder Impingement Syndrome)
  • Scoliosis
  • Shoulder Dislocation
  • Sports Medicine
  • Surgery

Certifications, License, & Education

23 Years Experience

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at United States Army Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Tulane University School Of Medicine in 2003.

NPI Number

Dr. Pula's NPI number is 1801867684.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dr. David Pula accepting new patients?
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Does Dr. David Pula accept my insurance?
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How can I make an appointment with Dr. David Pula?
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Which hospitals is Dr. David Pula affiliated with?
Dr. David Pula is affiliated with Mercy Hospital Of Buffalo.
What languages does Dr. David Pula speak?
Dr. David Pula speaks English.

Data Sources

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  • State medical licensing boards
  • Healthcare system and provider network data

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