Dr. Richard Stephen Gilbert MD, Hand Surgeon
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Dr. Richard Stephen Gilbert MD

Hand Surgeon | Hand Surgery

5/5(18)
64 Commerce Drive Riverhead NY, 11901
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5/5

About

Richard S. Gilbert, M.D. is a Board Certified Orthopedic Surgeon specializing in surgery of the hand and upper extremity.  He is the Chief of the Hand Service at Syosset Hospital, the Director of the Hand Service at the Peconic Bay Medical Center, Director at Northwell Health and an Assistant Professor of Orthopedic Surgery at the Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell.  He received a bachelor's degree from The Johns Hopkins University, and a medical degree from the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai.  He completed his residency in Orthopedic Surgery at the Mount Sinai Medical Center and a Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery Fellowship at the Yale University School of Medicine. Dr. Gilbert’s specialty interest is in the treatment and reconstruction of fractures, soft tissue injuries, and neuropathies involving the hand and upper extremity. He employs both traditional and the most advanced surgical techniques, including minimally invasive techniques, such as endoscopic carpal tunnel release, minimally invasive fracture repair, and small joint arthroscopy. Dr. Gilbert is a member of the American Society for Surgery of the Hand, the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and The New York Society for Surgery of the Hand.  He presently serves as the Secretary of The New York Society for Surgery of the Hand.  He has published medical articles and presented at regional and national orthopedic conferences on conditions related to the hand and upper extremity. He has performed funded research related to the hand and upper extremity.  Dr. Gilbert has received numerous awards and honors, including Castle Connolly Top Doctors, New York Magazine’s Best Doctor, New York Times Super Doctors, Newsday Top Doctors on Long Island, Best Doctors in America, Patients’ Choice Award and Most Compassionate Doctor.

Education and Training

The Johns Hopkins University B.A. 1989

Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai M.D. 1993

Board Certification

American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

Surgery of the Hand (Orthopaedic Surgery)

Provider Details

MaleEnglish 25 years of experience
Dr. Richard Stephen Gilbert MD
Dr. Richard Stephen Gilbert MD's Expert Contributions
  • Does exercise help nerve regeneration?

    The answer is that exercising the muscles with hopefully prevent the muscles from atrophying while the nerve is regenerating. Exercise may not help the nerve regenerate, but it will keep the muscles strong once the nerve regenerates. So the simple answer is, exercise is beneficial. Good luck. READ MORE

  • How risky is nerve surgery in the hand?

    Nerve surgery in the hand is not "risky." As hand surgeons, we operate on nerves in the hand routinely. In terms of your specific type of nerve surgery, I would recommend that you discuss this with a hand surgeon. Good luck! READ MORE

  • What is the best surgery for hand spasms?

    Hand spasms are not treated with surgery. I would suggest you see a neurologist to determine why you are suffering from hand spasms. Depending upon the reason, there maybe medications that can treat your condition. READ MORE

  • What wrist surgery can you get for arthritis?

    That really depends upon the specific type of arthritis and the extent of your arthritis. There are many procedures that can be performed, such as wrist arthroscopy and debridement, partial fusion and even complete fusion for severe arthritis. I would suggest that you consult a hand surgeon. READ MORE

  • Why does my hand pop sometimes?

    There are many reasons why your hand may pop. In most cases it is secondary to gas deposition within the joint and this is nothing to worry about. If the popping is secondary to an injury or is associated with pain, then I would recommend you see a physician. READ MORE

  • Can computer work cause rheumatic diseases?

    The answer is no. By "rheumatic diseases" I assume you are referring to rheumatoid arthritis. Rheumatoid arthritis is an inflammatory arthropathy that is an immunologic condition and can never be caused by activities or computer use. READ MORE

  • What are the signs of nerve damage in your hands?

    Usually this presents with numbness and tingling of the fingers. In later stages, you may notice weakness and loss of dexterity. READ MORE

  • How long does it take to bend your hand after surgery?

    Unfortunately, I cannot answer that without knowing what kind of surgery you are undergoing. In most elective hand surgeries, you can begin moving your finger right after the surgery, and in most cases, you are encouraged to do so. However, if you are having surgery for a fracture, then your finger(s) may need to be immobilized until your fracture heals. I would suggest that you discuss this with your surgeon. READ MORE

  • Are men and women are at equal risk for developing carpal tunnel syndrome?

    Unfortunately for you, women are more at risk to develop carpal tunnel syndrome. Most studies put women at three times higher risk to develop carpal tunnel syndrome compared to men. Good luck! READ MORE

  • What promotes nerve healing?

    That really depends upon what kind of "nerve damage" your son sustained. Nerves can recover and this depends upon which particular nerve was injured, the extent and location of the damage and the mechanism of injury. If he did not need surgery, the only thing to do is wait and allow the nerve to recover. It is important to keep the hand and finger mobile and try to strengthen the muscles as much as possible to prevent atrophy. There are no known medications that help a nerve recover faster. Sometimes, electrical stimulation can be used to prevent muscular atrophy as the nerve recovers. In the past, Vitamin B12 was thought to promote nerve healing but this has been shown to have no benefit in a number of large scale studies. Good luck. I hope this helps. READ MORE

  • How do you do everyday tasks after hand surgery?

    That really depends upon the type of hand surgery that you are undergoing. If you are having a simple procedure such as a trigger finger release or a carpal tunnel release, then you should be able to perform simple everyday tasks such as getting yourself dressed, eating, etc...the next day. I would suggest that you discuss this with your surgeon. Good luck. READ MORE

  • Is acupuncture good for arthritis in the hands?

    The answer is that it possible may alleviate your symptoms from arthritis, but it will not actually alter the condition. Meaning, it will not prevent the arthritis from progressing. READ MORE

  • Can you repair nerve damage?

    I assume you are referring to a nerve that is lacerated (cut). The answer is yes. A hand surgeon can repair nerves by suturing under a microscope. Good luck. READ MORE

  • When can you write again after hand surgery?

    That really depends upon the particular type of surgery that was performed. For simple procedures such as carpal tunnel release or trigger finger release, as long as you are comfortable, you can start writing the next day. However, with more complex procedures, you may have more limitations. Best to ask your surgeon. READ MORE

  • Hand pain?

    My suggestion is that if you are still having pain after 8 weeks, you should see a physician to be examined and get X-rays. You want to be certain that you are not neglecting an injury that could be more problematic in the future. READ MORE

  • After Carpal Tunnel Surgery?

    Yes, this is quite common is not cause for concern. You should note improvement in your numbness and tingling. If the pain worsens, then I would recommend you discuss this with your physician. Good luck! READ MORE

  • How long does it take for an incision to heal after hand surgery?

    That really depends upon the length and location of the incision. Usually within 10-14 days the incision is fully healed. However, it can take several months for a scar to fully mature and flatten out. READ MORE

  • What helps nerve pain in hands?

    That really depends upon the reason you have "nerve pain" in your hands. The first thing you need to do is see a physician to get a proper diagnosis. The most common cause of "nerve pain" in the hands, meaning numbness and tingling, is carpal tunnel syndrome. If this is the diagnosis, then treatments include splints, cortisone injections and sometimes surgery. I recommend that you see a hand surgeon to first get a proper diagnosis. READ MORE

  • Do I need to go to hospital for a dislocated hand?

    You absolutely should either goto a hospital or see a physician to obtain X-rays to make certain that it is still not dislocated and to make certain that there is not an associated fracture. Good luck. READ MORE

  • When should I go to the doctor for hand pain?

    That really depends upon the nature of your pain. If you have had constant pain that has been persistent or worsening for at least several weeks, then you should probably consult a physician. If your symptoms are mild and intermittent and not particularly bothersome, then you can probably give this some time to see if your symptoms resolve on their own. I hope this helps! READ MORE

Areas of expertise and specialization

Hand, Wrist and Elbow Surgery

Faculty Titles & Positions

  • Chief, Hand Service Syosset Hospital 2017 - 2018
  • Director, Hand Service Peconic Bay Medical Center 2017 - 2018
  • Director Northwell Health 2017 - 2018
  • Assistant Professor of Orthopedic Surgery Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell 2017 - 2018

Awards

  • Top Doctors 2018 Castle Connolly 
  • Best Doctor 2017 New York Magazine 
  • Super Doctors 2017 New York Times 
  • Top Doctors on Long Island 2017 Newsday 

Treatments

  • Arthritis
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Pain

Professional Memberships

  • American Society for Surgery of the Hand  
  • American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons  
  • The New York Society for Surgery of the Hand  

Dr. Richard Stephen Gilbert MD's Practice location

Peconic Bay Medical Center Krauss Musculoskeletal Institute

64 Commerce Drive -
Riverhead, NY 11901
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New patients: 631-727-7696

New York Orthopaedic and Spine Center - Northwell Health

833 Northern Blvd. 220 -
Great Neck, NY 11021
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New patients: 516-622-7975, 516-622-7900
Fax: 516-498-9385

Northwell Health Physician Partners

496 Country Road 111 Building D -
Manorville, NY 11949
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New patients: 631-405-3243

Richard Gilbert

1065 Park Ave Manhattan Orthopedics, 2nd Floor -
New York, NY 10128
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New patients: 212-289-0700
Fax: 212-289-0171

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Dr. Richard Stephen Gilbert MD has a rating of 5 out of 5 stars based on the reviews from 18 patients. FindaTopDoc has aggregated the experiences from real patients to help give you more insights and information on how to choose the best Hand Surgeon in your area. These reviews do not reflect a providers level of clinical care, but are a compilation of quality indicators such as bedside manner, wait time, staff friendliness, ease of appointment, and knowledge of conditions and treatments.

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