Dr. Leon Popovitz, MD | NEW YORK, NY | Orthopedic Surgery

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Dr. Leon Popovitz is an orthopedic surgeon specializing in sports medicine who has been practicing for 32 years. He earned his medical degree from New York Medical College and completed his residency at Lenox Hill Hospital. Dr. Popovitz is fluent in Spanish and Russian, allowing him to serve a diverse patient population.

Dr. Popovitz is affiliated with Lenox Hill Hospital and practices throughout New York, NY. He focuses on treating joint pain, knee problems, and meniscus tears. His approach often includes physical therapy, strength training, and manual therapy techniques to help patients recover from injuries and improve their mobility. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.

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accepting new patients
3.8

30 Ratings
32 years of experience
speaks Spanish, Russian
Lenox Hill Hospital
8 written reviews
2 specialties
33 areas of expertise
2 board certifications
1 hospital affiliation
4 office locations
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I hadc1 surgeries Blvd. Popovitz But when I tried to book an appt today I was TOLD HE DOES NOT ACCEPT PATIENTS OVER 65BWHO ARE IN MEDICARE...NEVER GEARD THUS BEFORE..NOT INTERESTED THATVIBHAVE EXPENSIVE 2NDARY INSURANCE..DISGUSTING & AGE DISCRIM8NATORY..GOING TOBBRING THIS UPVWITH THE MEDICAL BOARDS..INDUCATION OF A CLASSLESS PERSON

September 19th, 2019

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I have seen Dr. Popovitz for reoccurring shoulder pain few times! He is very nice, professional and attentive. He always make sure u understand all the treatment options and never rush u. I think if you looking for a goo Orthopedic Doctor than Dr Popovitz is the best choice!

September 1st, 2017

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I had a surgery (SLAP Tear) with him this winter which went great!! I blessed to be able to meet Dr. Popovitz and the whole New York Bone and Joint Specialist's team. If u are looking for an orthopedic surgeon than you must see Dr. Popovitz as he is the best in his field.

June 16th, 2017

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These mid-level practitioners will come into the room for a few moments do a mid level primary assessment and perhaps write you a quick prescription or two. Since there are so many hours in a day NY Bone and Joint Specialist does double and triple booking of patients in order to make up for the lower rates by increasing their volume of patients seen in one day. Even if they are out of network they will lie to you and say they are in network and then send you a bill that you will need to pay. They make you believe that you will get reimbursed but you don't .

October 12th, 2015

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Dr. Leon repaired my ACL for which I am very happy. His office and surgical staff were splendid and I've sent a couple friends there already. Extra kudos go out to PA Lynn.

June 19th, 2015

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I would recommend Dr. Popovitz highly. His expertise was beyond my expectations and I went from not being able to put weight on my leg to running again in the NYC marathon. The staff was also very helpful in coordinating my insurance.

December 10th, 2013

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Dr. Popovitz is outstanding. He saved my knee when other doctors said that its complicated injury and I would have to give up sports. I now play tennis again and have run a marathon without pain. Dr. Popovitz and his staff were awesome.

April 3rd, 2013

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I was very impressed with his knowledge and skills, but very put off by his patronizing and arrogant manner. The staff is very good and a lot nicer than the doctor... If you're not easily bothered by poor bedside manner, then I do recommend him as a top practitioner for shoulder injury.

October 2nd, 2008

New York Bone And Joint Specialists

903 LEXINGTON AVE FRNT 1CNEW YORK, NY 10065

Tel: (212) 759-4553

Mon7:00 am - 7:00 pm

Tue7:00 am - 7:00 pm

Wed7:00 am - 7:00 pm

Thu7:00 am - 7:00 pm

Fri7:00 am - 7:00 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed

Lenox Hill Hospital

100 E 77th StNew York, NY 10075

Tel: (212) 434-2000

Surgicare Of Manhattan

800 2nd Ave Fl 7New York, NY 10017

Tel: (212) 867-0609

Mon6:00 am - 6:00 pm

Tue6:00 am - 6:00 pm

Wed6:00 am - 6:00 pm

Thu6:00 am - 6:00 pm

Fri6:00 am - 6:00 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed

New York Bone And Joint Specialists

1198 3RD AVENEW YORK, NY 10021


Dr. Leon Popovitz, MD	Dr. Asit K. Shah, M.D., Ph.D.	Dr. Jonathan Lee	Dr. Paul S Issack, MD
Orthopedic Surgery	Orthopedic Surgery	Orthopedic Surgery	Orthopedic Surgery
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients		Accepts New Patients
3.8 (30 Ratings)	3.8 (76 Ratings)	5 (2 Ratings)	4.8 (94 Ratings)
32 Years of Experience	27 Years of Experience	11 Years of Experience	28 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, Russian	Speaks English, Spanish	Speaks English	Speaks English
NEW YORK , NY	Englewood Cliffs , NJ	Jersey City , NJ	New York , NY
Med School: New York Medical College	Med School: Sidney Kimmel Medical College At Thomas Jefferson University	Med School: Rutgers New Jersey Medical School	Med School: New York University
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Accepts Medicare
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MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, New York, 2026, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Lenox Hill Hospital

Medical School

New York Medical CollegeGraduated in 1994

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