Dr. Christopher Bruce Michelsen MD
Orthopedist
5141 Broadway Avenue New York New York, 10034About
Christopher Bruce Michelsen, MD, began his extremely successful career in medicine after obtaining his medical degree in 1969 from Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons. Upon completion of his degree, Dr. Michelson went to Presbyterian Hospital for his internship followed by his residency in 1971 at New York Orthopedic Hospital, and lastly his fellowship training at New York Orthopedic Hospital, Implant Fellowship, International AO and Case Western University and a Fellowship in Bio Mechanics. Since beginning his career, he has become a member of the American Orthopaedic Association, the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, the American Medical Association, the Orthopaedic Research Society, the American Society for Bone and Mineral Research, the Medical Society of the State of New York, the North American Lumbar Spine Association, the Swiss Association for the Study of Internal Fixation, the American Academy of Clinical Neurophysiology, the Society of Military Orthopaedic Surgeons, the New York State Society of Orthopaedic Surgeons, the Societe International Recherche Ortho et de Traumatologie, the American College of Physician Executives and a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons, Fellow of the New York Academy of Medicine and a Fellow of the American Association for the Surgery of Trauma. Today Dr. Michelson practices ortheopedic surgery at The New York Presbyterian Hospital, and is a Clinical Professor of Orthopedic Surgery at Columbia College in Brooklyn, New York.
Education and Training
Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons
Board Certification
Orthopedic Surgery
Orthopaedic SurgeryAmerican Board of Orthopaedic SurgeryABOS
Provider Details
Dr. Christopher Bruce Michelsen MD's Expert Contributions
Would a terratoma change the skeletal structure?
Probably not READ MORE
Calf injury?
You may have herniated a disc. It sounds like you now have nerve root pain. I advise seeing an orthoaedic specialist. Christopher B. Michelsen, MD, FAOA, FAAOS, FACS READ MORE
Shoulder pain?
It sounds like you have a subluxating shoulder which needs a complete evaluation before you cause significant damage. READ MORE
Elbow pain?
Hard to tell from your description, but it sounds like an Olecranon bursa. If it is not red, inflamed, or swollen, it is probably not infected. If it persists, you should be evaluated by an orthopedic surgeon to have it possibly drained. Christopher B. Michelsen, MD, FAOA, FAAOS, FACS READ MORE
Right shoulder pain?
You at least need an X-ray of your shoulder and if it’s negative an MRI. Unfortunately the pain may indicate a spreading of the colon cancer. READ MORE
What is causing my leg cramps?
There could be several reasons for your cramps. High on the list would be vascular disease (claudicatioin) or nerve compression (spinal stenosis causing pseudoclaudication). Christopher B. Michelsen, MD, FAOA, FAAOS, FACS READ MORE
Why does my body ache and crack like I am 40?
I would recommend that you consult with a pediatrician who specializes in genetic disorders. There are many things that could be causing your problems, including sequelae from your many injuries. Christopher B. Michelsen, MD, FAOA, FAAOS, FACS READ MORE
Broken finger treatment?
Was the fracture reduced? It needs to be better aligned. There will be stiffness after healing which should not be debilitating. Occupational therapy may be helpful. READ MORE
I have right side pain?
This does not sound orthopedic. It may well be from your kidney. A doctor visit may well be necessary. Christopher B. Michelsen, MD, FAOA, FAAOS, FACS READ MORE
Could this be necrosis?
Yes, it does look like the skin is necrotic. This does not mean that the muscle below is also necrotic, probably not. Christopher B. Michelsen, MD, FAOA, FAAOS, FACS READ MORE
I have shoulder/forearm pain?
With such limited information it is difficult to determine what is going on. However you may have a posterior shoulder dislocation or even a fracture. X-rays and an Orthopedic consultation are definitely indicated. READ MORE
Can I use an inversion table after knee replacement?
Yes. Christopher B. Michelsen, MD, FAOA, FAAOS, FACS READ MORE
How long is a hospital stay after ankle replacement surgery?
You are usually discharged the next morning. READ MORE
Is walking good for osteoporosis?
Yes. Christopher B. Michelsen, MD, FAOA, FAAOS, FACS READ MORE
Benign Bone Tumors and Homeopathic GH Spray (Sublingual)?
At this point, I do not think you have anything to worry about. You can be sure that all is well by getting an X-ray. Christopher B. Michelsen, MD, FAOA, FAAOS, FACS READ MORE
Shoulder Injury?
Sounds like you have a problem with your scapula. There may be a small benign tumor causing the snapping and dyskinesia. An mri of the scapula area might be beneficial. READ MORE
High shoulders?
At your age if it has been present for your entire life it means nothing. If you are not having pain or any disability I don’t think it will be a problem. READ MORE
Artificial hip?
Probably not. If you start to have severe pain an X-ray is indicated. I suspect that I will see a black and blue area over your hip in the next few days. READ MORE
Shoulder pain?
You need to see an orthopedic specialist and get an examination and X-ray. You can have something as simple as bursitis which is causing the problem (frozen shoulder). READ MORE
Bilateral leg pain?
Unfortunately, there are no easy solutions. My first guess is that you have degenerative osteoarthritis, which is made worse by your weight. If this is the case, you could obtain temporary relief from injections into the knee, but because of your young age, knee replacement will probably be necessary, which means you will have to get some medical insurance. Christopher B. Michelsen, MD, FAOA, FAAOS, FACS READ MORE
Expert Publications
Data provided by the National Library of Medicine- Unipolar or bipolar hemiarthroplasty for femoral neck fractures in the elderly?
- Revision surgery for failed back surgery syndrome.
- The metabolic response to injury: mechanisms and clinical implications.
- Effects of total hip replacement and bed rest on blood rheology and red cell metabolism.
- A comparative biomechanical study of spinal fixation using Cotrel-Dubousset instrumentation.
- Influence of postoperative nutrition on branched-chain amino acids of muscle and plasma.
- Influence of postoperative nutrition on branched-chain amino acids of muscle and plasma.
- Diabetic amyotrophy. A case report.
- Purification and characterization of tetanus toxoid and toxin. I. Fractionation of tetanus toxoid by gel filtration.
- Preparative procedure for the purification of toxoids by gel filtration.
- Sequential changes in muscle and plasma amino acids during injury, infection, and convalescence.
- Sequential changes in muscle and plasma amino acids during injury, infection, and convalescence.
- Management of plasmacytomas of the spine.
- Muscle and plasma amino acids after injury: hypocaloric glucose vs. amino acid infusion.
- Increased body temperature secondary to total parenteral nutrition.
Faculty Titles & Positions
- Clinical Professor of Orthopedic Surgery, Columbia College -
Treatments
- Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery, Rehabilitation, Musculoskeletal Problems And More
Professional Memberships
- Member International Association of HealthCare Professionals
Internships
- Presbyterian Hospital
Fellowships
- New York Orthopedic Hospital, Implant Fellowship, International AO and Case Western University, Fellowship in Bio Mechanics
Professional Society Memberships
- American Orthopaedic Association Member, American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons Member, American Medical Association Member, Orthopaedic Research Society Member, American Society for Bone and Mineral Research Member, Medical Society of the State of New York Member, North American Lumbar Spine Association Member, Swiss Association for the Study of Internal Fixation Member, America
What do you attribute your success to?
- Hard Work and Caring Combined with Continued Medical Education
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