Summary

Dr. Moira M. McCarthy is an Orthopedic Surgeon in the Sports Medicine Institute at HSS. She is a specialist in the fields of arthroscopic knee and shoulder surgery. Dr. McCarthy attended Princeton University for her undergraduate studies and completed her medical training at Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons where she was inducted into the Alpha Omega Alpha (AOA) honor society. She completed her residency training at HSS. Following residency, she was co-chief fellow during her fellowship in Sports Medicine at HSS. During residency and fellowship, Dr. McCarthy gained experience while treating athletes on the field and in the operating room. She was an assistant team physician with the New York Giants, the New York Liberty, and with several other collegiate and high school teams and athletes. Dr. McCarthy's clinical and research background is focused on disorders of the knee and shoulder. She has published peer-reviewed articles and book chapters as well as given presentations at national meetings on topics involving sports medicine conditions of the knee and shoulder. Her main clinical interests are anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) and other knee ligament injuries, meniscus injuries, shoulder instability and labral tears, rotator cuff tears, and biceps tendon injuries. Following fellowship, Dr. McCarthy spent time traveling to learn specialized orthopedic techniques. She studied ACL reconstruction and anterolateral ligament (ALL) reconstruction with members of the ACL Study Group in England, Belgium, and France. She also spent time learning sports orthopedic techniques in Australia and New Zealand. Dr. McCarthy is determined to offer customized expert care including surgical as well as non-surgical solutions for patients with injuries to the knee and shoulder.
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Office Locations

Dr. Moira McCarthy has 2 locations

HSS Stamford

1 Blachley RoadStamford, CT 06902

HSS - East River Professional Building

523 E 72nd St Fl 6New York, NY 10021

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.6
  • 18 years of experience
  • 19 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Hospital For Special Surgery
  • 13 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 14 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 2 hospital affiliations
  • 2 office locations
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

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

Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Moira McCarthy

  • Aetna
  • BCBS Anthem CT
  • BCBS Anthem Gatekeeper
  • BCBS Anthem NY
  • BCBS Federal
  • BCBS Horizon
  • Cigna
  • ConnectiCare
  • EmblemHealth GHI
  • EmblemHealth HIP
  • EmblemHealth Medicare
  • EmblemHealth Select Care
  • Medicare
  • Oxford
  • The Empire Plan NYSHIP
  • UHC Medicare HMO
  • UHC Medicare PPO
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare Compass

Medical Specialties

Dr. Moira McCarthy has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Moira McCarthy has the following 14 areas of expertise

  • Arthroscopy
  • Bone Fracture
  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
  • Herniated Disc
  • Hip Osteoarthritis
  • Joint Pain/Swelling
  • Joint Replacement
  • Knee Osteoarthritis
  • Knee Surgery
  • Laminectomy
  • Orthopedic Surgery
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Scoliosis
  • Surgery

Certifications, License, & Education

18 Years Experience

Dr. Moira McCarthy holds expired and active medical licenses in the states of Connecticut and New York.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Connecticut that expired in 2025 and an active medical license in the state of New York that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Hospital For Special Surgery.

Medical School

Graduated from Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons in 2008.

NPI Number

Dr. McCarthy's NPI number is 1902066210.

Other Providers at Hospital For Special Surgery

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Moira McCarthy's office located?
Dr. Moira McCarthy's office is located at 1 Blachley Road, Stamford, CT, 06902.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Moira McCarthy?
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Does Dr. Moira McCarthy accept my insurance?
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Is Dr. Moira McCarthy accepting new patients?
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What languages does Dr. Moira McCarthy speak?
Dr. Moira McCarthy speaks English and Spanish.

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