Experts for Media - Orthopedics

Neil J. Cobelli, MD

Chairman, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Director, Division of Orthopedic Surgery, Department of Surgery, Montefiore Medical Center

Professor of Clinical Surgery, Albert Einstein College of Medicine

Dr. Cobelli is a recognized expert in the field of orthopedic adult reconstructive surgery with a focus on adult hip and knee replacements. From March 2002, he served as Director of the Orthopedic Division of Surgery, until his appointment as Chairman of the re-established academic department at Einstein in June 2012. As the University Chairman of the unified Department of Orthopedic Surgery at Montefiore and our Albert Einstein College of Medicine, he has worked to strengthen the academic side of the department, developing a laboratory research base at Einstein by collaborating with and supporting Einstein scientists whose programs relate to connective tissue biology. He has also developed one the most competitive residency programs in the country, attracting top medical school graduates for orthopedic training.

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Dominic J. Catanese, DPM, FACFAS

Director of Podiatric Medicine and Surgery, Montefiore Medical Center

Assistant Professor, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Albert Einstein College of Medicine

Dr. Catanese has extensive experience in reconstructive foot surgery, clinical podiatric medicine and trauma of the foot. He is a nationally-recognized expert in the use of radiofrequency for non-surgical treatment of heel pain and nerve pain. Dr. Catanese treats all medical, surgical and traumatic disorders of the foot, as well as surgical revision of patients with a failed previous foot surgery or an unacceptable result from a previous surgery. A large number of surgical procedures performed by Dr. Catanese involve reconstructive surgery of the forefoot for bunions, hammertoes and boney prominences. Dr. Catanese has served as Director of the Podiatric Medicine and Surgery Division of Montefiore’s Department of Orthopedic Surgery since 1996. He is a frequent contributor to various print and media outlets.

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David Gonzalez, MD

Director of Sports Medicine, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Montefiore Medical Center

Assistant Professor, Orthopedic Surgery, Albert Einstein College of Medicine

Dr. Gonzalez’ practice emphasis is in sports medicine and arthroscopic surgery. In particular, he specializes in arthroscopic shoulder surgery including rotator cuff repair, instability/labral repair and associated conditions. He also performs arthroscopic knee surgery. Dr. Gonzalez has been a member of the faculty in the Department of Orthopedic Surgery since 1998.

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Konrad I. Gruson, MD

Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Montefiore Medical Center

Assistant Professor of Surgery, Albert Einstein College of Medicinee

Dr. Gruson performs both arthroscopic and open rotator cuff surgery, instability surgery and shoulder replacements. Additionally, he has a particular interest in fracture repair of the upper extremity, including minimally invasive techniques. Dr. Gruson is currently Assistant Professor of Orthopedic Surgery at Albert Einstein College of Medicine where he is actively involved in resident and medical student education. He has published numerous articles on shoulder surgery in peer-reviewed journals and has presented his findings at local and national meetings. He is a member of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgery and the New York State Medical Society, as well as a Diplomate of the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery.

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