
Rupesh Tarwala, MD
Orthopedist | Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedic Surgery
67th West 55th street Suite 205 NY NY, 10019About
Dr. Rupesh Tarwala is an orthopaedic surgeon practicing in New York, NY. Dr. Tarwala specializes in the diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation of injuries, diseases and disorders of the body's musculoskeletal system. As an orthopaedic surgeon, Dr. Tarwala tends to bones, ligaments, muscles, joints, nerves, and tendons. He specializes in certain areas like the hip, knee and shoulder.
Education and Training
Mahatma Gandhi Memorial Medical College medical degree 1998
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What is the direct anterior approach for a hip replacement?
Hip Replacement: What is the direct anterior approach?A hip replacement is a commonly performed procedure for painful bone on bone hip arthritis. Arthritis can be osteoarthritis (wear and tear type), rheumatoid arthritis (inflammatory), post-traumatic, avascular necrosis, or others. Hip replacement...
Can a chiropractor fix an injury?
This is a difficult question. It depends on the type and degree of injury. You need to get an evaluation from your doctor first. READ MORE
How do you treat an anterior shoulder dislocation?
First of all, if it’s an acute injury you need to see your doctor right away or go to the nearest ER. The treatment of chronic dislocation or subluxation or recurrent dislocation depends on multiple factors. You will need to see your Orthopedic doctor for evaluation and treatment. READ MORE
Feels like they will POP!
Based on symptoms, it looks like Plantar Fasciitis. Get an evaluation by your orthopedic doctor. The usual treatment is Calf stretches, soft footwear, physical therapy, NSAIDS or Ibuprofen, rest, and elevation. Avoid impact activities. Very important is an evaluation by your orthopedic doc. READ MORE
Are Chiropractors good for herniated discs?
Please ask the question to a spine specialist. I am a hip and knee specialist. Thanks. READ MORE
Should you massage inflamed muscles?
Gentle massage is ok for muscle spasm or muscle fatigue. But it can worsen the pain if there is inflammation. READ MORE
Can you use your hand after carpal tunnel surgery?
Please ask the question to a hand specialist. I am a hip and knee specialist. Based on my limited hand experience, usually you can, but depends on severity of carpal tunnel. Thanks. READ MORE
What is the fastest way to heal a dislocated ankle?
Dislocation is usually associated with injuries to ligaments, cartilage and bones. Treatment depends on the amount of damage. Please follow the instructions of your treating orthopedic doctor to achieve good function of ankle. READ MORE
What should I avoid if I have sciatica?
Please ask your orthopedic doctor. Activity restrictions depend on severity of condition. On a broad level, impact twisting pivoting and cutting activities need to be avoided. READ MORE
How long does it take to get full range of motion after knee replacement?
The post-op range of motion depends on various factors. Most important is pre-op motion. It determines post-op motion you get. Other factors are post-op physical therapy, pain control, swelling, inflammation, and others. READ MORE
Can bone spurs be removed without surgery?
I am a hip and knee surgeon. For hip and knee bone spurs, they need surgery to remove them if they are symptomatic and not responding to conservative treatment. I am not sure which spurs you are referring to. Thanks. READ MORE
What is best exercise for tennis elbow?
Exercises depend on the degree of involvement of the tendon. Better to get an evaluation from your orthopedic doctor. In general, stretching are required. But again, I would suggest evaluation by your doctor. READ MORE
Broken toe or jammed?
I would recommend going to nearest urgent care or ER with your parents or guardian for evaluation and possible X-rays. READ MORE
Does massage help tennis elbow?
Tennis elbow is tendinitis of extensor tendons. It responds well to physical therapy. Additional massage is okay, but PT is the treatment. Thanks. READ MORE
I have knee pain?
Cracking or clicking in the knee can be from arthritis. Get it checked by your doctor. READ MORE
When should you see an orthopedic surgeon for ankle pain?
It depends on mode onset of pain, type, injury, and associated symptoms. See your primary care doctor to let him decide if you need to see specialists. Thanks READ MORE
Does bursitis go away on its own?
Bursitis is a condition that means inflammation of that specific bursa. The bursa acts as a cushion between the bone and tendon to minimize the friction. They can be in the shoulder, elbow, hip, or knee. Bursitis is the result of tight tendon or band of tissue like IT band for hip. The treatment is usually physical therapy to stretch out the tight tissue. You need to speak to your doctor and start PT. Bursitis usually doesn't go away. READ MORE
I have cramps in my thighs after bending over?
It sounds like tight hamstrings. There are multiple causes of tight Hamstrings. I would suggest to see your doctor for an evaluation. READ MORE
What causes pain after knee replacement surgery?
You need to follow up regularly with your surgeon. There are multiple reasons for pain after total knee replacement. They are divided into two categories: early and late onset. Even just muscular pain from a recent operation takes time. Just follow up regularly with your surgeon. You need to check in with home for incision care also. Hope this is helpful. Thanks. READ MORE
What helps with pain after knee surgery?
There are multiple reasons for pain after knee surgery. I would recommend to talk to your doctor. READ MORE
How long should you wait to workout after a back injury?
It depends on what kind of injury it was: muscular, bony or ligamentous and X-rays findings. Check with your doctor before you resume working out. READ MORE
Areas of expertise and specialization
Professional Memberships
- American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
- merican Medical Association and the AO North America.
Fellowships
- Kantonsspital joint replacement
- Katharinen Hospital trauma & joint replacement
- Wrightington Hospital joint replacement
- Geneva University Hospital A.O. international trauma
- Arthritis Institute at Good Samaritan Hospital clinical research
- Lenox Hill Hospital joint replacement and adult reconstruction
- Ohio State University spine surgery
- Ohio State University hip preservation
- Aria 3B Orthopaedic Specialists orthopaedic surgery and sports medicine
Rupesh Tarwala, MD's Practice location
New York Bone & Joint Specialists
67th West 55th street Suite 205 -NY, NY 10019Get Direction
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Get to know Orthopaedic Surgeon Dr. Rupesh Tarwala, who serves patients in Manhattan, New York.
Dr. Tarwala has become a leading orthopaedic surgeon in hip arthroscopy and joint replacement in the New York region, earning the trust of his patients with his thorough attention to detail and cheerful bedside manner. He practices at New York Bone & Joint Specialists with offices in Manhattan, New York.
New York Bone & Joint Specialists is a community led by exemplary doctors in the fields of orthopaedic surgery and sports medicine, as well as physical medicine and rehabilitation. They specialize in everything from the most conservative treatment, such as physical therapy, to the most complex orthopaedic surgery. The highly experienced orthopaedic surgeons and doctors are respected within each of their fields of expertise and are committed to providing exemplary care to each and every patient.
Recognized as a respected authority in his field, Dr. Tarwala is an attending orthopaedic surgeon at Northwell/Lenox Hill Hospital. Highly regarded by his peers for his work on hip conditions and surgery, he is routinely asked to review research studies for some of the most prestigious publications in the field of orthopaedic surgery.
Pertaining to his academic history, he has studied orthopaedic surgery in India and across the United States, specializing in joint replacement, hip arthroscopy, and sports medicine. He earned his medical degree from Mahatma Gandhi Memorial Medical College, Indore in India in 1998. He then went on to complete his internships at Maharaja Yeshwantrao Hospital and District Hospital Khandwa. This was followed by a residency in orthopaedic surgery at Jaya Arogya Hospital and Gajra Raja Medical College.
Among his numerous fellowships, he completed a joint replacement fellowship at Kantonsspital in Switzerland, a trauma & joint replacement fellowship at Katharinen Hospital in Germany, a joint replacement fellowship at Wrightington Hospital in England, an A.O. international trauma fellowship at Geneva University Hospital in Switzerland, a clinical research fellowship at Arthritis Institute at Good Samaritan Hospital in California, a joint replacement and adult reconstruction fellowship at Lenox Hill Hospital in New York, a spine surgery fellowship at Ohio State University, a hip preservation fellowship at Ohio State University, as well as an orthopaedic surgery and sports medicine fellowship at Aria 3B Orthopaedic Specialists in Pennsylvania.
Having studied with some of the world’s finest orthopaedic surgeons at institutions across the world, Dr. Tarwala has mastered an array of surgical techniques that enable him to treat each patient with unmatched care and precision. Regardless of the condition, he works to preserve and stabilize the body’s natural structures so that his patients can recover as quickly as possible.
An International Resident of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, the doctor has received distinctions from many respected organizations, including the American Medical Association and the AO North America.
Orthopaedic surgery is the branch of surgery concerned with conditions involving the musculoskeletal system. Orthopaedic surgeons use both surgical and nonsurgical means to treat musculoskeletal trauma, spine diseases, sports injuries, degenerative diseases, infections, tumors, and congenital disorders. They work in clinical and hospital settings.
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