4.6
18 Ratings with 8 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Scher specializes in pediatric orthopedic surgery, with special interests in children�s foot deformities including clubfoot, cerebral palsy, fractures in children and pediatric hip disorders. Dr. Scher graduated from the Duke University School of Medicine in 1993 and completed his orthopedic residency training at the Hospital for Joint Diseases in 1999. He then received fellowship training in pediatric orthopedic surgery at the Children�s Hospital of San Diego, renowned for its longstanding tradition of innovation and leadership in pediatric orthopedics. Dr. Scher�s primary focus is the clinical care of children with musculoskeletal conditions, ranging from simple fractures to severe congenital and developmental disorders. He also serves as co-medical director of The Leon Root Motion Analysis Laboratory, where advanced technologies are used for both research and clinical decision making to improve how children walk. Dr. Scher�s other academic and leadership roles include service …as the education director of the pediatric orthopedic service at HSS, lectures at regional and national courses on pediatric orthopedics, and involvement in various committees within the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgery, the Pediatric Orthopaedic Society of North America, the Pediatric Orthopaedic Club of New York, and the American Academy of Cerebral Palsy and Developmental Medicine.
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Dr. David Scher has 2 locationsHSS - Main Hospital
535 E 70th St Fl 5New York, NY 10021Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 33 years of experience
- 13 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English
- Hospital For Joint Diseases Orthopaedic Institute
- 8 written reviews
- 2 specialties
- 20 areas of expertise
- 1 board certification
- 4 hospital affiliations
- 2 office locations
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. David Scher
Medical Specialties
Dr. David Scher has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. David Scher has the following 20 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
33 Years Experience
Dr. David Scher holds an active medical license in the states of New Jersey and New York.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of New Jersey that expires in 2027 and an active medical license in the state of New York that expires in 2026.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at Hospital For Joint Diseases Orthopaedic Institute.
Medical School
Graduated from Duke University School Of Medicine in 1993.
NPI Number
Dr. Scher's NPI number is 1144249541.
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