The mission of Specialty Orthopaedics is to provide comprehensive treatment for the full range of musculoskeletal disorders and conditions in a caring and responsive clinical atmosphere. Our doctors have many years of clinical experience and are committed to offering traditional treatment modalities, in addition to innovative conservative and surgical treatments.
With a foundation in evidence-based orthopaedics, we are dedicated to the development of new techniques, the advancement of research, and active participation in the education of patients, established medical professionals, residents in-training, and medical students.
With a foundation in evidence-based orthopaedics, we are dedicated to the development of new techniques, the advancement of research, and active participation in the education of patients, established medical professionals, residents in-training, and medical students.
Services
At Specialty Orthopaedics, we understand it can be difficult to take time from your work and home life to meet with a physician. To make it easier for you to get the care you need, we now offer the option to connect virtually with your Specialty Orthopaedics physician or medical professional. With Specialty Orthopaedics Virtual Care, you can connect with a physician or medical professional anywhere using your smartphone, computer or tablet.
D., is the founder of Specialty Orthopaedics, PLLC, a multi-specialty orthopaedic group focusing on providing state-of-the-art orthopaedic treatment. Dr. Zelicof specializes in the conservative and surgical treatment of arthritis of the hip and knee. He utilizes advanced minimally invasive techniques including computer navigation and Mako robotic assisted surgery to perform complex primary and revision hip and knee replacement surgery.
Cristian Brotea, M.D., has a dual engineering and medical background which gives him unique insight into spinal diseases. He specializes in the conservative and surgical evaluation and treatment of upper and lower back problems, including sports and work-related injuries, disc herniations, vertebral fractures, scoliosis and arthritic and degenerative spine diseases of the neck and back.
Save time at your appointment by filling out your new patient paperwork before your visit with Dr. Dhar. Yasmin Dhar, M.D., specializes in the prevention and treatment of sports-related injuries. Fellowship-trained in sports medicine, Dr. Dhar has advanced training in both arthroscopic and open procedures of the shoulder, elbow, hip and knee joints.
At Specialty Orthopaedics, we provide care for the full range of musculoskeletal disorders and conditions in a caring and responsive clinical atmosphere. Our practice is home to top orthopedic physicians with sub-specialty training in all facets of orthopedics - sports medicine, knee, hip, shoulder & elbow, hand & wrist, foot & ankle, and spine - all under one roof.
Reviews (11)
Amber C.
Jan 19, 2021
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Broke my foot in November and it's been a real bummer but coming in for visits in this office with Dr.Littlejohn and his staff has been a real blessing! The women who assist in the rooms are super personable and loads of fun. They make an otherwise uncomfortable visit very fun and I appreciate that soo much! I laugh every time and couldn't be more pleased with my care here ! Shouts to Dr.Littlejohn and Christina!!
Melanie J.
Aug 12, 2020
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I went to see Dr. Valdet Nikci after previously seeing my primary care physician in the same building. I felt comfortable going to this office because my mother's Orthopaedic Surgeon is also in the office. I was a walk in on the day Hurricane/Tropical Storm Isaias was going to hit New York. I had been in excruciating pain in my neck, shoulder, and upper back for a few days. Earlier that day I had gone to urgent care. Dr. Nikci did an X-ray and found nothing on the X-ray. He moved my arm around and told me that he didn't see any broken bones on the X-ray and told me that he didn't
Tzippora M.
Oct 22, 2019
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I only have wonderful things to say about this Doctor. He is highly skilled and good at what he does. He took care of my needs like he would to someone he loves. He did not kick me out of the room after 30 seconds like most of the other Dr's I seen at big hospitals in NYC. He was very dedicated in finding a solution to help me since I had some complications from a previous surgery. No other doctor showed me this type of care and bedside manner. I am truly only walking now because of him!
Jan A.
Oct 08, 2019
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So disappointed. Dr. James McWilliam sold me an $81. flat carbon insert for my left foot to alleviate arthritis pain. This insert within 2 days caused extreme pain to my right knee because of the natural adjustment my body made to the insert in the left shoe. He and Kay (note the first review is written by Kay, an employee! How many other reviews are written by employees???) refused to issue a refund.
Is it malpractice to provide medical advice when you don't understand the linkage between bones and muscles and arthritis?? He should've immediately referred me to somebody who does
Is it malpractice to provide medical advice when you don't understand the linkage between bones and muscles and arthritis?? He should've immediately referred me to somebody who does
Kaye G.
Aug 10, 2019
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Rica M.
Jan 02, 2019
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The office staff is thoroughly incompetent. After making me wait for ALMOST A MONTH for an appointment, spending almost 45 minutes going over my insurance plan, making sure they accepted it, I finally come in to have a CRIPPLING INJURY WHICH IS WORK PROHIBITIVE, and the nurse, RUDELY, tells me, "Oh, we don't take that insurance!"
I don't care how talented a doctor is if you can't see them because they don't know how to hire someone who can perform their job.
I don't care how talented a doctor is if you can't see them because they don't know how to hire someone who can perform their job.
Betsy W.
Feb 01, 2018
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From the first moment I walked in I was treated so well. First I was treated by Dr. Yasmin Dhar. She absolutely helped me with my rheumatoid arthritic knees. Dr. Insel helped me with my elbows. Their treatments relieved my extreme pain. They listen and they care. I would give them 10 stars if I could!
Kah M.
Jun 28, 2017
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This is possibly an 8th or 9th visit. I have always booked a 9 am appointment. They open at nine. Despite my always being early and often first to the office, I have always waited, mostly 15-20 minutes and twice 30-40. The exam rooms are not sound proof. I always hear the full conversation in the next. So much for confidentiality. Quality of doctor is meh. Nothing special. The billing staff is good and they have onsite X-ray so two stars over one.
Eddie W.
Mar 21, 2017
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Jessica F.
Aug 30, 2016
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Dr. McWilliam was awesome. After seeing several orthopedic surgeons who didn't want to operate on me (due to my age), I found Dr. McWilliam. He fully repaired my ankle (which had chronic sprains; every 3-4 weeks, a new sprain! Oh boy!) whereas other doctors suggested physical therapy alone, which I had done 4 times with no improvement.
Dr. McWilliam has excellent bedside manner and was willing to actually listen to my concerns, regardless of my age, and also fully and frankly explained what was wrong/what complications I could expect with various treatment options.
Ultimately, I opted
Dr. McWilliam has excellent bedside manner and was willing to actually listen to my concerns, regardless of my age, and also fully and frankly explained what was wrong/what complications I could expect with various treatment options.
Ultimately, I opted
Gloria R.
Mar 06, 2012
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I just came back from "not seeing" Dr. James McWilliam, MD. This was a 6 week follow up for an orthopedic issue involving my foot. I left the office after waiting 1 and 1/2 hours and not having been seen. I was told that the doctor was going on vacation so there were a lot of patients to be seen. I had asked when I first got there how long a wait and was told he was "a little behind". Then when I was finally put in an exam room the nurse said he would be right in. After another 20 minute wait I left. I am a registered nurse with great respect for physicians but treatment
