Summary

Dr. Botwinick's expertise is in the treatment of disorders of the upper extremity, with a special interest in traumatic injury and fracture care. Dr. Botwinick holds a faculty appointment at NewYork-Presbyterian/Lower Manhattan Hospital and an academic appointment at Weill Cornell Medical College. Dr. Botwinick serves as an advisor to multiple corporate entities with regard to ergonomics, proper work station design, and prevention of workplace injury. Dr. Botwinick is a fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and the American College of Surgeons. Dr. Botwinick is a graduate of Brown University and New York University School of Medicine. He completed his internship in general surgery at Bellevue Hospital and New York University and his orthopaedic surgical residency in the same institutions. He later went on to complete a Fellowship in Hand Surgery and Microsurgery at New York University and Bellevue Hospital. Dr. Botwinick is Board Certified in Orthopaedic Surgery and Hand Surgery by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.5
  • 46 years of experience
  • 27 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • New York University Medical Center
  • 7 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 4 office locations

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Nelson G. Botwinick has 4 locations

New York Downtown Orthopaedic Associates

170 William St Fl 8New York, NY 10038
Mon9:00 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

Newyork Presbyterian Lower Manhattan Hospital

170 William StNew York, NY 10038

Nyu Langone Orthopedic Hospital

301 E 17th StNew York, NY 10003

Nyu Tisch Hospital

550 1st AveNew York, NY 10016

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Med School: New York University School Of Medicine Med School: Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons Med School: Harvard Medical School
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Nelson G. Botwinick

  • Accepts Medicaid
  • 1199SEIU
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - HMO
  • Cigna
  • ConnectiCare
  • EmblemHealth
  • Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Empire Plan
  • Florida Blue: Blue Cross Blue Shield of Florida
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • HealthPartners
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
  • Liberty Mutual - Workers’ Compensation
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Travelers - Workers’ Compensation
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford - HMO

Medical Specialties

Dr. Nelson G. Botwinick has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Nelson G. Botwinick has the following 8 areas of expertise

  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
  • Dupuytren's Contracture
  • Hip Osteoarthritis
  • Knee Osteoarthritis
  • Microsurgery
  • Orthopedic Surgery
  • Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)
  • Wounds and Injuries

Certifications, License, & Education

46 Years Experience

Dr. Nelson G. Botwinick 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

Residency

Completed their residency at New York University Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from New York University School Of Medicine in 1981 and New York University School Of Medicine in 1980.

NPI Number

Dr. Botwinick's NPI number is 1225061518.

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Dr. Nelson Botwinick speaks English and Spanish.
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