Dr. Answorth Allen, MD
Orthopedic Surgeon
618.1 mi · 525 East 71st Street, 1st Floor, New York, NY 10021
At a glance
Accepts 6 insurances
Aetna, Caterpillar, Cigna, Harvard Pilgrim Health Care, UnitedHealthcare, more+ ·
Has 20+ years of experience
Graduated from Cornell University
Works at Answorth Allen, MD
3 office locations
Affiliated with Hospital for Special Surgery
and New York-Presbyterian Hospital / Weill Cornell Medical Center
5.00
3 reviews
Bedside manner
5.0
Wait time
5.0
Recent reviews
Extremely knowledgeable. Excellent bedside manner. Had no wait to see him. Staff was very helpful and caring.
July 11, 2011LA
Extremely professional. He made me feel comfortable. Answered all of my questions. Both of my shoulders are better than ever.
July 11, 2011AR
Office locations
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Answorth Allen, MD
618.1 mi · 525 East 71st Street, 1st Floor, New York, NY, 10021
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Answorth Allen, MD
629.1 mi · 176-60 Union Turnpike, suite 190, Fresh Meadows, NY, 11366
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Answorth Allen, MD
642.7 mi · 333 Earle Ovington Blvd, suite 106, Uniondale, NY, 11553
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In-network insurances
Aetna
Cigna
UnitedHealthcare
Aetna
Cigna
UnitedHealthcare
Popular visit reasons
Arthritis
Arthroscopy
Elbow Problems
Knee Problems
Muscle Strain
Orthopedic Consultation
Sports Injury
X-ray
Arthritis
Arthroscopy
Elbow Problems
Knee Problems
More about Dr. Answorth Allen, MD
A leading practitioner in the field of Sports Medicine, Answorth A. Allen, MD is an Associate Attending Orthopedic Surgeon at the Hospital for Special Surgery and an Associate Professor of Clinical Orthopedic Surgery at Weill Medical College of Cornell University in New York City.
Since 2005, Dr. Allen has served as the Head Team Orthopedist for the New York Knicks. He is also Chief Orthopedic Consultant for St. John's University. He is the former Head Team Physician for the New York Mets. His primary areas of focus and interest are sports-related injuries of the knee, shoulder and elbow. His specialties include Arthroscopic surgery of the Knee and Shoulder, Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Reconstruction and Revision surgery, Meniscal and Cartilage injuries, Shoulder Instability, Labral injuries, Rotator Cuff Tears, Elbow Arthroscopy, and Total Knee and Shoulder Replacement.
While completing his fellowship in Sports Medicine at the University of Pittsburgh, Dr. Allen was Assistant Team Physician for the University of Pittsburgh and Assistant Company Physician for the Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre. Dr. Allen is a graduate of the Weill Medical College of Cornell University and completed his residency in orthopedic surgery at the New York Orthopedic Hospital-Columbia Presbyterian Medical Center.
Dr. Allen is the author of over one hundred international and domestic articles, book chapters, and scientific presentations on shoulder, knee and elbow injuries.
Education & experience
Education
Medical School - Cornell University
University of Pittsburgh, Fellowship in Sports Medicine
Columbia Presbyterian Medical Center, Residency in Orthopedic Surgery
Practice
Answorth Allen, MD
Affiliation
Hospital for Special Surgery
New York-Presbyterian Hospital / Weill Cornell Medical Center
Certifications
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
Orthopaedic Sports Medicine (Orthopaedic Surgery)
Professional memberships
National Medical Association
American College of Sports Medicine
Medical Society of the State of New York
New York County Medical Society
American Medical Association
Manhattan Central Medical Society
Eastern Orthopedic Association
J. Robert Gladden Orthopedic Society
New York State Society of Orthopedic Surgeons
American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine
American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons
Empire State Medical Association
NBA Team Physicians' Society
American Orthopedic Association
Awards and publications
Castle Connolly Top Doctor
Major League Baseball - Orthopedic Consultant
St. John's University - Orthopedic Consultant
New York Knicks Team Orthopedic Physician
Background
Languages spoken
English
Spanish
Gender
Male
NPI number
#1578742433
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Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
5.00
Wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
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3 reviews
Most relevant
Extremely knowledgeable. Excellent bedside manner. Had no wait to see him. Staff was very helpful and caring.
July 11, 2011LA
Extremely professional. He made me feel comfortable. Answered all of my questions. Both of my shoulders are better than ever.
July 11, 2011AR
Met all my expectations.
July 11, 2011AB
Which hospital is Dr. Answorth Allen affiliated with?
Dr. Answorth Allen is affiliated with Hospital for Special Surgery and New York-Presbyterian Hospital / Weill Cornell Medical Center.
What practice does Dr. Answorth Allen work with?
Dr. Answorth Allen works with Answorth Allen, MD.
Where is Dr. Answorth Allen's office located?
Dr. Answorth Allen has 3 office locations, including in New York, Fresh Meadows, and Uniondale, view full addresses on Dr. Allen's profile.
Which board certifications does Dr. Answorth Allen have?
Dr. Answorth Allen is certified by American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery and Orthopaedic Sports Medicine (Orthopaedic Surgery).
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Answorth Allen?
Dr. Answorth Allen frequently sees patients for Arthritis, Knee Problems, Orthopedic Consultation, Sports Injury, and X-ray. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Answorth Allen on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Answorth Allen speak?
Dr. Answorth Allen speaks English and Spanish.
How do patients rate Dr. Answorth Allen in reviews?
3 patients have reviewed Dr. Answorth Allen. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 5/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.