Medical Information & Links
Patient information from David S. Weiss, MD
- Achilles Tendon Repair
Post-operative instructions. - Ankle Arthroscopic Surgery
Post-operative instructions. - Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Reconstruction
Post-operative instructions. For information on when surgery may be necessary, see this fact sheet. - Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Reconstruction
Rehabilitation protocol following surgery. - Bunion Correction (Chevron Osteotomy)
Post-operative instructions. The chevron osteotomy procedure is used to correct less severe bunion deformities. - Bunion Correction (Proximal Osteotomy)
Post-operative instructions. The proximal osteotomy procedure is used to correct more severe bunion deformities. - Hallux (Great Toe) Cheilectomy
Post-operative instructions. The cheilectomy procedure is used to correct arthritis and bone spurs of the great toe. For more information on this condition, see this fact sheet. - Knee Arthroscopic Surgery
Post-operative instructions. - Morton's (Interdigital) Neuroma
Post-operative instructions. This procedure is used to remove an enlarged and inflamed nerve in the webspace between the third and fourth toes. For more information on this condition, see this fact sheet. - Out-Patient Surgery Instructions
These instructions are intended to prepare patients for out-patient surgery at NYU Hospital for Joint Diseases ("Ambulatory Surgery"), Tisch Hospital-NYU Langone Medical Center ("Day Surgery"), and NYU Langone Medical Center Outpatient Surgery. They include pre-operative and post-operative instructions, and information about pre-authorization of surgical procedures. - Returning to Play for Musicians: Playing Schedule
Information on how musicians should return to playing their instrument after an overuse injury, including a recommended playing schedule. - When Can I Start Pointe Work?
Article written by Dr. Weiss for medical professionals, dance educators, parents and dance students which provides guidance regarding the age at which a student should begin pointe work.
Patient education library
Orthopaedic information you can trust from Your Orthopaedic Connection, a service provided by the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons.
Links
- Career Transition For Dancers
Career Transition For Dancers is a not-for-profit organization that enables dancers to define their career possibilities and develop the skills necessary to excel in a variety of disciplines. - Dr. Weiss at NYU Langone Medical Center
Dr. Weiss' website at NYU Langone Medical Center. Links with information on Tisch Hospital and NYU Hospital for Joint Diseases. - Eccentric Exercise - Quadriceps
This short video demonstrates the technique for performing quadriceps eccentric strengthening exercises, used to treat patellar tendinopathy (jumper's knee). - Harkness Center for Dance Injuries
Information about the clinical, educational, and research activities of this center, where Dr. Weiss is Associate Director. Information for patients (including "Common Dance Injuries"), for students (including "Dance Medicine as a Career") and for dance medicine professionals. - International Association for Dance Medicine and Science
Educational organization for the dance medicine community. - New York Consumer Guide to Health Insurers
This brochure from the New York State Insurance Department provides consumers with information about the quality of care their HMOs and health insurers are providing so they can make informed decisions about their health care. Includes complaint and appeal information for all types of insurers in New York State. - NYU Hospital for Joint Diseases
Location (map) and directions for pre-admission testing, surgery, and the Immediate Care Center (orthopaedic urgent care center). - Orthopaedic Immediate Care Center at NYU Hospital for Joint Diseases
This walk-in urgent care center (known as "I-Care") treats orthopaedic problems from 8 am to 11 pm, 7 days a week. - Performing Arts Medicine Association
Educational organization for the performing arts medicine community. - Workers' Compensation Board, New York State
Information for patients ("workers") regarding on-the-job injuries in New York.
Contact Information
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Faculty Practice Offices 530 First Avenue – Suite 5D
Between 31st & 32nd Street
[Use "H" Elevators] New York, NY USA 10016 View map Phone 212-263-7743 Fax 212-263-8810
Faculty Practice Radiology 530 First Avenue – Second Floor
[Use "G" Elevators] New York, NY USA 10016 View map Phone 212-263-8868
Dr. Weiss on Facebook
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