Summary

Dr. Samir K. Trehan is an orthopedic surgeon in the Hand & Upper Extremity Service and treats patients of all ages, from newborns to older adults. He specializes in the evaluation and treatment of a wide range of conditions affecting the hand, wrist, forearm and elbow, including fractures, nerve compression syndromes, ligament and tendon injuries, and congenital anomalies. Dr. Trehan and his team are dedicated to delivering the highest quality care for each individual patient in the most compassionate manner and based upon the best scientific evidence. Dr. Trehan received his undergraduate degree from Harvard. He graduated from medical school at Brown University as a member of the Alpha Omega Alpha and Sigma Xi honor societies for his academic and research achievements, respectively. He then completed his orthopedic surgery residency at Hospital for Special Surgery where he received the Professional Leadership Education Award and Russell F. Warren Award for Excellence in Orthopedic Translational Research. He then completed a fellowship in hand, upper extremity and microvascular surgery at Washington University in St. Louis. Finally, he pursued subspecialty training in pediatric hand surgery at Cincinnati Children's Hospital and also visited multiple centers (inter)nationally to gain further expertise in wrist arthroscopy, upper extremity trauma and pediatric hand surgery from world-renowned experts. Dr. Trehan's research interests mirror his clinical interests. He has authored over 35 publications/book chapters, presented over 40 research abstracts at (inter)national meetings, and received numerous research grants and awards. Of note, Dr. Trehan has been the recipient of the prestigious New Investigator Recognition Award from the Orthopedic Research Society, Daniel C. Riordan Award from the American Society for Surgery of the Hand, and Emmanuel B. Kaplan Award from the American Society for Surgery of the Hand. He also has served as a reviewer for the following journals: Journal of the American College of Surgeons, The Journal of Bone & Joint Surgery, Journal of Hand Surgery, Bone & Joint Journal, and HSS Journal.
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Office Locations

Dr. Samir Trehan has 2 locations

HSS - East River Professional Building

523 E 72nd St Fl 2New York, NY 10021

HSS Westchester

1133 Westchester AveWhite Plains, NY 10604

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 15 years of experience
  • 18 insurance plans accepted
  • Orthopedic Surgery, Hospital for Special Surgery
  • 9 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 3 areas of expertise
  • 2 hospital affiliations
  • 2 office locations

Patients’ Perspective

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

Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Samir Trehan

  • Aetna
  • 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. Samir Trehan has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Samir Trehan has the following 3 areas of expertise

  • Hand Surgery (orthopedics)
  • Orthopedic Surgery
  • Pediatric Orthopedics

Certifications, License, & Education

15 Years Experience

Dr. Samir Trehan holds an expired medical license in the state of New York.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of New York that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Orthopedic Surgery, Hospital for Special Surgery.

Medical School

Graduated from Warren Alpert Medical School Of Brown University in 2011.

NPI Number

Dr. Trehan's NPI number is 1811287451.

Other Providers at Hospital For Special Surgery

Frequently Asked Questions

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Where is Dr. Samir Trehan's office located?
Dr. Samir Trehan's office is located at 523 E 72nd St Fl 2, New York, NY, 10021.
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