Dr. Samuel Taylor, MD
Orthopedic Surgeon
618.1 mi · 535 East 70th Street, New York, NY 10021
At a glance
4.92 stars (12 reviews)
98% are satisfied with this provider ·
Accepts 36 insurances
Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna, Emblem Health, Medicare, more+ ·
Has 15+ years of experience
Graduated from Columbia University
Works at Samuel Taylor, MD
2 office locations
4.92
12 reviews
Bedside manner
5.0
Wait time
4.1
Recent reviews
This doctor and his staff are ROCK STARS in my book! Very attentive. Very professional. Very friendly. I had a terrific experience!
October 28, 2016Gregg G.Verified patient
We arrived early and were taken right in. Dr. Taylor was very personable and knowledgeable. Getting to NYC is a bit of a pain to get to from where we are but well worth it. Highly recommend Dr. Taylor.
August 13, 2016Robert N.Verified patient
Office locations
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Samuel Taylor, MD
618.1 mi · 535 East 70th Street, New York, NY, 10021
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Samuel Taylor, MD
650.1 mi · 1 Blachley Road, Stamford, CT, 06902
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In-network insurances
Aetna
BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
Emblem Health
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
UnitedHealthcare Oxford
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Cigna
Emblem Health
Areas of expertise
This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.
Arthritis
Total shoulder replacement
Shoulder arthroscopy/rotator cuff repair
Joint problems
Joint injury due to trauma
Knee arthroscopy
Arthritis
Total shoulder replacement
Shoulder arthroscopy/rotator cuff repair
Joint problems
More about Dr. Samuel Taylor, MD
**Please note: Dr. Taylor specializes in the treatment of the shoulder, knee and elbow**
As a former intercollegiate and avid recreational athlete, Dr. Taylor has developed a unique understanding of the demands and anxieties faced by injured athletes at all levels. His clinical expertise includes minimally invasive and reconstructive techniques of the shoulder, elbow, and knee.
Dr. Taylor attended Harvard University where he studied biology and played four years of varsity football. In medical school at Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeon, he was selected to the Arnold P. Gold Humanism in Medicine Honors Society. During his residency in orthopaedic surgery at Hospital for Special Surgery, the faculty awarded Dr. Taylor the Weill Cornell Alumni Council Distinguished Housestaff Award for exemplary all-around service and his peers selected him recipient of the Jean C. McDaniel Award for leadership, professionalism, and ethics in patient care.
Dr. Taylor served as the administrative Co-Chief Fellow during his final year of training in Sports Medicine and Shoulder Surgery. Following fellowship, Dr. Taylor received additional training in complex shoulder, knee, and elbow conditions during a Traveling Fellowship that included nationally and internationally renowned experts, Dr. James Andrews (Pensacola, FL), Dr. Dan Cooper (Dallas, TX), Dr. John Conway (Fort Worth, TX), Dr. Felix Savoie (New Orleans, LA), and Dr. Laurent LaFosse (Annecy, France).
Dr. Taylor currently serves as Associate Team Physician for the New York Football Giants and team physician for the Fire Department of New York (FDNY) semi-professional football team, and previously was an assistant team physician for the New York Red Bulls MLS franchise.. He has also published extensively in his field, authoring more than 20 peer-reviewed papers and 13 book chapters. His seminal work on the long head of the biceps tendon was recognized with the J. Whit Ewing Award at the 2014 Annual Meeting of the Arthroscopy Association of North America.
Education & experience
Education
Medical School - Columbia University
Hospital for Special Surgery, Residency in Orthopedic Surgery
Hospital for Special Surgery, Fellowship in Sports Medicine
Practice
Samuel Taylor, MD
Affiliation
Hospital for Special Surgery
Professional memberships
American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine
The Thomas B. Quigley Society
Awards and publications
J. Whit Ewing Research Award – AANA 2014 Annual Meeting
18th Annual Jean C. McDaniel Award – HSS 2014
Weill Cornell Alumni Council Distinguished Housestaff Award – NYPH 2013
Chief Fellow – Hospital for Special Surgery 2013-2014
Arnold P. Gold Humanism in Medicine Honor Society 2008
Background
Languages spoken
English
Gender
Male
NPI number
#1134388697
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Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.92
Wait time
4.08
Bedside manner
5.00
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12 reviews
Most relevant
Excellent staff - very efficient. Dr. Taylor introduced himself to me as "Sam." Very competent and thorough.
January 15, 2016Phyllis H.Verified patient
Great staff and very helpful. Always quick in answering questions and have given me good advice.
More than 1 year agoEM
Office visit very professional helpful and informative.
More than 1 year agoCD
Outstanding. Highly professional. Excellent staff.
More than 1 year agoRY
This doctor and his staff are ROCK STARS in my book! Very attentive. Very professional. Very friendly. I had a terrific experience!
October 28, 2016Gregg G.Verified patient
We arrived early and were taken right in. Dr. Taylor was very personable and knowledgeable. Getting to NYC is a bit of a pain to get to from where we are but well worth it. Highly recommend Dr. Taylor.
August 13, 2016Robert N.Verified patient
A pretty long wait and office staff seems somewhat disorganized (though friendly). Dr. Taylor is personable and thorough and would not hesitate to recommend him.
December 13, 2015Initials hidden
My visit was great. I love my Doctor Taylor. He healed my knee. I am blessed I would recommend anybody with knees problem to see Dr. Taylor he is the best.
More than 1 year agoHB
Best doctor, best staff.
More than 1 year agoGC
March 18, 2016Christopher L.Verified patient
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November 13, 2015Patricia M.Verified patient
Which hospital is Dr. Samuel Taylor affiliated with?
Dr. Samuel Taylor is affiliated with Hospital for Special Surgery.
What practice does Dr. Samuel Taylor work with?
Dr. Samuel Taylor works with Samuel Taylor, MD.
Where is Dr. Samuel Taylor's office located?
Dr. Samuel Taylor has 2 office locations, including in New York and Stamford, view full addresses on Dr. Taylor's profile.
What languages does Dr. Samuel Taylor speak?
Dr. Samuel Taylor speaks English.
How do patients rate Dr. Samuel Taylor in reviews?
12 patients have reviewed Dr. Samuel Taylor. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.92/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.08/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.