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Dr. David Harris Godfried, MD, MDPC is an orthopedist in Hewlett, NY specializing in orthopedics/orthopedic surgery and pediatric orthopedics/orthopedic surgery. He graduated from Columbia University, College of Physicians and Surgeons. Dr. David Harris Godfried, MD, MDPC is affiliated with Mount Sinai Health System and Mount Sinai South Nassau Mount Sinai Beth Israel Mount Sinai Morningside Mount Sinai Brooklyn Mount Sinai Queens The Mount Sinai Hospital Mount Sinai West.
Mount Sinai South Nassau Mount Sinai Beth Israel Mount Sinai Morningside Mount Sinai Brooklyn Mount Sinai Queens The Mount Sinai Hospital Mount Sinai West
Mount Sinai South Nassau Mount Sinai Beth Israel Mount Sinai Morningside Mount Sinai Brooklyn Mount Sinai Queens The Mount Sinai Hospital Mount Sinai West
Musculoskeletal Problems
The musculoskeletal system refers collectively to the bones, joints, ligaments, muscles, and nerves. It is what gives the body structure and movement. Because this system encompasses so much of the body, musculoskeletal problems are extremely varied and can happen almost anywhere. There are musculoskeletal problems that affect only the joints, those that affect the bones, those that affect tendons and ligaments, and those that can happen in any area of the body but cause pain and numbness.
Joint problems include bursitis and arthritis. Bursitis is the inflammation of a fluid-filled sac cushion on the outside of a joint, causing symptoms including pain and swelling. Arthritis is the inflammation and damage of a joint due to wear and tear or disease. There are several treatments for arthritis, but if the damage progresses far enough, joint replacement may be necessary. In joint replacement, a metal or plastic implant is surgically placed within the joint to make movement easier.
Bone problems include scoliosis, fractures, and osteoporosis. Scoliosis is a curvature of the spine, making the normally straight spine look like a 'C' or 'S.' It is treated with braces or surgery. Osteoporosis is a disease that causes bones to weaken and break easily. It's most common in women, especially older women. Fully half of all women over 65 have osteoporosis. Fractures are any break in the bone. They can be a simple crack or a severe and complicated shatter. Osteoporosis causes fractures in people who have it, but other causes are trauma (such as a fall) or overuse.
Tendon and ligament problems most often result from injury or overuse. Two good examples are ligament tears and tendonitis. The most common ligament tear is the ACL tear in the knee. This ligament supports and stabilizes the knee and is most often torn during sports activities. Tendonitis happens when a tendon, which connects muscles and bones together, becomes irritated and inflamed. This happens most often in older patients who push their bodies too far, leading to pain and swelling. Treatment for both tendon and ligament problems usually includes rest, ice, and supporting the area to let it heal.
Pain and numbness problems can be caused by overuse, disease, an injury, or a compressed nerve. Lower back pain and carpal tunnel syndrome are two of the most common conditions patients encounter. Lower back pain may be caused by sore muscles that have been overworked, or an injury to the disks separating the vertebrae in the spine. Lower back pain usually goes away on its own within a few days, but it may require medical treatment depending on the cause. Carpal tunnel syndrome occurs when the nerve at the base of the palm becomes trapped or pinched. Symptoms include tingling, pain, numbness, or weakness in the hand. Treatment involves rest and sometimes steroid injections.
Because the musculoskeletal system involves so much of the body, problems here can be incredibly varied in their type and severity. Some musculoskeletal problems will go away on their own or only require rest, while others may require medication, physical therapy, or even surgery.
Dr. David Harris Godfried, MD, MDPC graduated from Columbia University, College of Physicians and Surgeons. He completed residency at University of Minnesota Affiliated Hospitals. He is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery and has a state license in New York.
Medical School: Columbia University, College of Physicians and Surgeons
Residency: University of Minnesota Affiliated Hospitals
Board Certification: American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
Licensed In: New York
Dr. David Harris Godfried, MD, MDPC is associated with these hospitals and organizations:
Dr. David Harris Godfried, MD, MDPC appears to accept the following insurance providers: Multiplan PHCS, EmblemHealth - HIP-Medicaid, Fidelis Health Care, EmblemHealth - HIP-Medicare, Oxford - Freedom and Liberty, EmblemHealth - HIP, HealthFirst Medicaid, Horizon NJ, VillageCareMax, Oscar, HealthFirst Medicare, NJ Medicaid, EmblemHealth - GHI-PPO, NY Medicaid, Anthem/Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield - HealthPlus Medicaid, Amidacare Medicaid, Metroplus, Medicare - NY, United Health Care - Commercial, Elderplan, VNSNY Select Health Medicaid, United Health Care - Top Tier, Magnacare-Health Care, Medicare - NJ, WellCare Health Plan, 1199 SEIU, Anthem/Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield - Commercial/Exchange, CIGNA Healthcare, AETNA - Medicare, AETNA - Commercial, United Health Care - Oxford Care, VNSNY Choice Medicare, Centivo, Group Health Incorporated (GHI), Oscar, Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS), EmblemHealth, WellCare, Elderplan, Affinity Health Plan, MagnaCare, United Healthcare, Medicaid, Healthfirst Medicaid, Cigna, 1199SEIU, Fidelis Care, Healthfirst Medicare, Empire BlueCross BlueShield and Partners Health Plan.
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These charts describe general payments received by Dr. David Harris Godfried, MD, MDPC. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.
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$916
Thoracolumbar - TL Therapies $916 |
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MESA Spinal System $147 |
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Early Intervention $77 |
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Zynrelef $53 |
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EXTERNAL FIXATION $50 |
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Vimpat $22 |
VELCADE $16 |
Botox Therapeutic $13 |
SUBSYS $10 |
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Dr. David Godfried sees patients in New York, NY, Hewlett, NY, and Elmhurst, NY. His medical specialty is pediatric orthopedics/orthopedic surgery. Dr. Godfried's areas of expertise include clubfoot, arm fracture, and clavicle fracture (broken collarbone). He is affiliated with Mount Sinai Health System. He attended medical school at Columbia University, College of Physicians and Surgeons. He trained at a hospital affiliated with the University of Minnesota for his residency. He accepts Medicaid Managed Care, Blue California, Empire BlueCross BlueShield, and more. Dr. Godfried has received professional recognition including the following: Awards and William L. Jaffe MD Faculty Resident Teaching Award NYU School of Medicine. His practice in Hewlett, NY is open to new patients as reported by Yext.
