Summary

Dr. Scott J. Ellis is an Orthopedic Surgeon at HSS. He is an expert in reconstructive surgery of the foot and ankle and treats a wide range of foot and ankle problems and injuries in patients from active seniors to professional athletes. Dr. Ellis specializes in Achilles disorders including acute tears and more chronic degeneration (also called tendinosis). He treats a vast array of patients with ankle fractures and has performed hundreds of total ankle replacements for severe ankle arthritis. Additionally, Dr. Ellis specializes in the surgical correction of bunions in both men and women, flatfoot deformity, sports injuries related to ankle instability, cartilage injuries, foot fractures, dislocations, and big toe arthritis (hallux rigidus). Dr. Ellis is a Professor of Orthopedic Surgery at Weill Cornell Medical College and, in addition to seeing patients, he teaches and conducts research focused on improving surgical outcomes. He is also the Director of Research for the Department of Foot and Ankle at HSS. He is a past Board member of the American Orthopedic Foot & Ankle Society (AOFAS) and past President of the AOFAS Foundation. Dr. Ellis has authored numerous papers, including on the surgical correction of flatfoot deformity. Beginning his academic study at Davidson College in North Carolina, where he attained numerous academic honors. Dr. Ellis later began his medical training at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. He then completed his residency in orthopedic surgery at HSS. After residency, Dr. Ellis remained at HSS as a fellow in foot and ankle surgery. Following his fellowship, he traveled to Duke University (with Dr. James DeOrio), Lyon, France (with Dr. Michel Bonnin), and Basel, Switzerland (with Dr. Beat Hintermann) in order to expand his knowledge in foot and ankle surgery, total ankle replacement in particular.
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Office Location

HSS - East River Professional Building

523 E 72nd St Fl 5New York, NY 10021

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4
  • 24 years of experience
  • 12 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Johns Hopkins University School Of Medicine
  • 11 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 3 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Scott Ellis

  • Aetna
  • BCBS Anthem Gatekeeper
  • BCBS Anthem NY
  • BCBS Federal
  • BCBS Horizon
  • Cigna
  • ConnectiCare
  • EmblemHealth GHI
  • EmblemHealth HIP
  • Oxford
  • The Empire Plan NYSHIP
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Scott Ellis has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Scott Ellis has the following 3 areas of expertise

  • Hip Osteoarthritis
  • Knee Osteoarthritis
  • Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)

Certifications, License, & Education

24 Years Experience

Dr. Scott Ellis 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 2026.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Johns Hopkins University School Of Medicine in 2002.

NPI Number

Dr. Ellis' NPI number is 1336359587.

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What languages does Dr. Scott Ellis speak?
Dr. Scott Ellis speaks English and Spanish.
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Which hospitals is Dr. Scott Ellis affiliated with?
Dr. Scott Ellis is affiliated with Gracie Square Hospital.
Where is Dr. Scott Ellis's office located?
Dr. Scott Ellis's office is located at 523 E 72nd St Fl 5, New York, NY, 10021.

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