Dr. Fabien Bitan, MD
Spine Specialist
617.9 mi · 215 East 77th Street, Ground Floor, New York, NY 10075
At a glance
4.68 stars (34 reviews)
94% are satisfied with this provider ·
Accepts 2 insurances
NY State No-Fault, Workers' Compensation, more+ ·
Has 20+ years of experience
Graduated from UFR de Médecine Lariboisière-Saint-Louis
Works at Manhattan Orthopedic Spine, PLLC
4.68
34 reviews
Bedside manner
4.7
Wait time
3.9
Recent reviews
Fabulous surgeon as he performed multi level fusion on my back 2 &1/2 years ago & he definitely helped me.
He's easy to talk to, answers all your questions. He's the best!
June 18, 2015Cheryl S.Verified patient
Convinced me I did not need surgery..when greedy no fault surgeons had convinced me otherwise. Thank you for being human!
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Office location
Manhattan Orthopedic Spine, PLLC
617.9 mi · 215 East 77th Street, Ground Floor, New York, NY, 10075
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In-network insurances
Workers' Compensation
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Workers' Compensation
NY State No-Fault
Popular visit reasons
Back Pain
Back Problems
Brain / Spinal Cord Tumor
Car Accident Injury
Orthopedic Consultation
Sports Injury
Surgery Consultation
X-ray
Back Pain
Back Problems
Brain / Spinal Cord Tumor
Car Accident Injury
More about Dr. Fabien Bitan, MD
Dr. Fabien D. Bitan is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in private practice in Manhattan. He is the director of Spine Surgery services at Lenox Hill Hospital. Dr. Bitan was trained in Paris, France where he gained his Medical Degree and his Board Certification in Orthopedic Surgery.
His orthopedic training in the 80s was from the outset oriented towards spinal surgery. One of the most important periods of his training years was the twelve months spent at the "Institut Calot" in Berk-sur-mer in northern France. The "Institut Calot" is one of the most prominent centers for the treatment of spinal deformities (SCOLIOSIS AND KYPHOSIS) in Europe. Dr. Cotrel has been the chief surgeon of this institution where he designed the "Cotrel-Dubousset Instrumentation" in the mid 19080s. Dr. Bitan had the privilege of training during these years and acquired extensive experience in the use of this revolutionary technique well before it became wide-spread in the orthopedic world. (Today, this technique is recognized throughout the world as one of the most influential breakthroughs in spinal surgery of the last decades). Enriched by a personal experience of more than a thousand surgical cases, Dr. Bitan is recognized as one of the experts in spinal instrumentation, especially for SCOLIOSIS AND KYPHOSIS.
Since his residency Dr. Bitan has also gained much experience with Artificial Disc Replacement technology (Charite Disc). Originally, this procedure was used only in France at only one institution.
Education & experience
Education
Medical School - UFR de Médecine Lariboisière-Saint-Louis
Assistance Publique – Hôpitaux de Paris, Residency in Orthopedic Surgery
Hospital for Special Surgery, Fellowship in Pediatric Orthopedics
Beth Israel Medical Center - Petrie Division, Fellowship in Spine Surgery
Assistance Publique – Hôpitaux de Paris (Internship)
Hospital for Special Surgery, Fellowship in Surgery
Practice
Manhattan Orthopedic Spine, PLLC
Affiliation
Lenox Hill Hospital
Professional memberships
Scoliosis Research Society
North American Spine Society
New York Academy of Sciences
American Back Society
American Association of Physician Specialists
American Board of Physician Specialties (Orthopedic Surgery)
Awards and publications
New York Metro - Best Doctors Award
Castle Connolly - Best Doctor Award
New York Super Doctors - Top New York Physicians Award
Patient's Choice Award - Best Doctor
Bitan FD. Neuwirth MG. Kuflik PL. Casden A. Bloom N. Siddiqui S. The use of short and rigid anterior instrumentation in the treatment of idiopathic thoracolumbar scoliosis: a retrospective review of 24 cases. [Journal Article] Spine. 27(14):1553-7, 2002 Jul 15.
Bitan F. Rigault P. Houfani B. Sidi D. Padovani JP. Merckx J. Durand Y. [Scoliosis and congenital heart diseases in children. Apropos of 44 cases]. [French] [Journal Article] Revue de Chirurgie Orthopedique et Reparatrice de l Appareil Moteur. 77(3):179-88, 1991.
Background
Languages spoken
English
French
Arabic
Armenian
Chinese (Mandarin)
Gender
Male
NPI number
#1609816479
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Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.68
Wait time
3.91
Bedside manner
4.67
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34 reviews
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He was thoughtful, seemed genuinely concerned, and had a good bedside manner (although a little french laissez-faire).
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Convinced me I did not need surgery..when greedy no fault surgeons had convinced me otherwise. Thank you for being human!
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Sincerely cares about his patients. He was very thorough and spent as much time as necessary with me. He's great!
December 12, 2011AD
Dr. Bitan is an amazing surgeon. He's operated on my four times and has helped me tremendously.
More than 1 year agoVivian M.Verified patient
A total pleasure. Doctor was kind, polite, and helpful. His office staff is also wonderful.
January 15, 2015Page T.Verified patient
He made me feel very comfortable and he new what he was talking about
More than 1 year agoMia M.Verified patient
He put my mind at ease and offered an alternative care suggestion
January 10, 2013Marianne M.Verified patient
Great team of doctors and office staff!
July 14, 2016Elena S.Verified patient
I have seen any number of doctors for a variety of ailments over the years. My interactions with Dr. Bitan represents the single worst experience I've ever had with a medical professional. He was completely inaccessible when I needed to speak with him, was over two hours late on each of the two occasions I saw him, and most importantly, paid almost no attention to me when I was under his care. He never once followed-up with me after I saw him to see how I was doing, despite the fact that he knew I was having problems. I would not recommend Dr. Bitan to my worst enemy.
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My visit here did not go well. I was injured in a car accident and they did not realize the the driver's insurance company was supposed to pay for my MRI. Someone at the doctor's office called the driver's insurance adjuster and since she was not at her desk I could not get my MRI done. They asked if I wanted to use my own insurance coverage and I said no. What a complete waste of my time!
January 25, 2016Tracey S.Verified patient
Fabulous surgeon as he performed multi level fusion on my back 2 &1/2 years ago & he definitely helped me.
He's easy to talk to, answers all your questions. He's the best!
June 18, 2015Cheryl S.Verified patient
Dr Bitan is the best when it comes to knowledge and skill in treating the spine. I would highly recommend him. He is funny too!
May 15, 2014Maryclaire M.Verified patient
This was just an initial consultation for surgery, so I can't give an extensive review but I like Dr. Bitan. He seems to be very experienced. I really appreciated his intuitive sensibilities when it came up to assessing my case. Too many prior doctors have paid more attention to my MRI's than my symptoms.
October 17, 2013Initials hidden
Extremely professional. Highly recommended.
April 4, 2013Alejandro P.Verified patient
The long wait was because I didn't get there early enough to fill out paperwork for a new patient, and I had to get xrays, but after I got my x-rays, I was seen right away! Dr. Bitan was very professional, nice and personable, and is an expert in his field (spine orthopedics and Scoliosis-which I had when I was a kid), which is exactly what I needed. I went for a follow-up to a car accident, but if I had more back problems, and if he takes my regular insurance, I will definitely go back to him.
January 7, 2013Hannah S.Verified patient
Dr. Bitan, really took the time explaining the issues with my spine with me. I brought a book with about 20+ questions for him, and he wasn't insulted, he went and got a chair and answered everyone of them- and he did it in as long as it took for me to be comfortable. I still haven't decided what I'm doing with my spine- but I am confident I would be in good hands with Dr. Bitan.
April 19, 2013Initials hidden
Dr. Bitan is a wonderful doctor with an excellent bedside manner. He performed a spine surgery that gave me back my life and I am eternally grateful to him. :)
More than 1 year agoKourtney H.Verified patient
Dr. Bitan is a credit to his field. If you have back problems, he is the guy to go to, especially if you have Scoliosis, because he's an expert on that condition. He's also very nice and really cares about his patients. Furthermore, he doesn't just prescribe medicine/drugs and call it a day. For example, he prescribed physical therapy, acupuncture and even swimming to help with my back condition. I really appreciated that. I'm glad he's my orthopedist.
June 27, 2013Initials hidden
very professional .
April 16, 2012Jeff E.Verified patient
EXCELLENT! HIGHLY PROFESSIONAL!
February 17, 2012Nikolay C.Verified patient
Dr. Bitan is the best spine surgeon! He is the only one that has helped me with my back problems. I've been suffering from a herniated disc for years. His office the most efficient and knowledgeable office I've ever had the experience of dealing with.
December 14, 2011JC
Dr. Bitan is an excellent doctor. His patients manners are extremely good. His specialty as a spine surgeon are well recommended.
December 12, 2011CG
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Which hospital is Dr. Fabien Bitan affiliated with?
Dr. Fabien Bitan is affiliated with Lenox Hill Hospital.
What practice does Dr. Fabien Bitan work with?
Dr. Fabien Bitan works with Manhattan Orthopedic Spine, PLLC.
Where is Dr. Fabien Bitan's office located?
Dr. Fabien Bitan's office is located at 215 East 77th Street, New York, NY 10075.
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Fabien Bitan?
Dr. Fabien Bitan frequently sees patients for Back Pain, Orthopedic Consultation, Sports Injury, Surgery Consultation, and X-ray. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Fabien Bitan on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Fabien Bitan speak?
Dr. Fabien Bitan speaks English, French, Arabic, Armenian, and Chinese (Mandarin).
How do patients rate Dr. Fabien Bitan in reviews?
34 patients have reviewed Dr. Fabien Bitan. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.68/5. They have a 4.67/5 rating for bedside manner and a 3.91/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.