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...
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
My broken wrist?
It would be hard to comment without knowing what kind of fracture it was. Whether intra-articular or extra-articular. I would suggest following up with your orthopedic doctor. READ MORE
Shoulder pain?
Common causes of shoulder pain are Bursitis, tendinitis, impingement or labral pathology. They can be from overuse. You need an evaluation from your orthopedic doctor to make the diagnosis and start treatment. READ MORE
Question about fracture?
It would be hard to comment without examination. I would suggest to see your spine specialist. READ MORE
Do you need surgery for a broken arm?
The decision is multi factorial. It depends on fracture displacement, location, Intra-articular, configuration of fracture, communition, stability of fracture, age of patient, activity level, and comorbidities. I would suggest to see your doctor for evaluation. READ MORE
Does a dislocated elbow require surgery?
It depends on associated injuries like fracture, ligament injuries, and post-reduction stability of the elbow. Please consult your Orthopedic doctor. Thanks. READ MORE
My knee hurts. What could it be?
I would strongly suggest you see your doctor who did your PCL surgery. READ MORE
Why does my shoulder hurt?
Common causes of this type of shoulder pain can be bursitis, tendinitis, rotator cuff pathology. Sometimes can be cartilage damage or arthritis or impingement. Better to get checked by your doctor. Thanks. READ MORE
What causes knee pain in the morning?
Morning knee pain with soreness could be from multiple causes. I would suggest to see your doctor. READ MORE
Right side lower back pain?
I would suggest to see your doctor for evaluation. Acute onset severe pain is concerning. READ MORE
How soon can you walk after microfracture surgery?
Depends on micro fracture hip or knee. Usually 6-8 weeks before weight bearing on operated side. READ MORE
Can I climb stairs after meniscus surgery?
Depends on the type of meniscal surgery. Repair vs. partial removal of the torn piece of meniscus. Please check with your surgeon. READ MORE
What type of doctor treats arthritis?
There are various types of arthritis. For example: Rheumatoid, Osteoarthritis, gouty, psoriatic etc. it depends on stages of arthritis. See your primary care to get evaluation and he/she will refer you either to Orthopedic or Rheumatologist depending on type and stage of arthritis. READ MORE
Should I see a neurologist or orthopedist for back pain?
Spine orthopedic specialist. If he thinks you need to see a neurologist, he might refer you. READ MORE
What type of knee brace is best for torn ACL support?
The ACL tears are usually associated with meniscus injuries. They usually require reconstruction. Until surgery you can use the brace with hinges and the side support. There are various types. Ask your orthopedic doctor which. READ MORE
Can a fractured spine heal on its own?
Fracture of the spine is a complex entity and should be treated and monitored by a spine specialist. Please see a spine specialist for guidance. READ MORE
How do you test for knee instability?
Your doctor will perform the tests to find out the knee instability. Common tests are Lachman and Anterior drawer. READ MORE
What is moving in my right knee?
Given the history of dislocation, there might be a possibility of loose pieces of cartilage, or it can be just fluid (popliteal cyst). I would suggest getting evaluated by your orthopedist. Thanks. 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
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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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