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Dr. David Harris Godfried, MD is an orthopedist in Hewlett, NY specializing in orthopedics/orthopedic surgery and pediatric orthopedics/orthopedic surgery. He graduated from Columbia University College of Physicians & Surgeons in 1991 and has 34 years of experience. Dr. David Harris Godfried, MD is affiliated with Mount Sinai Health System, Mount Sinai South Nassau Mount Sinai Beth Israel Mount Sinai Morningside Mount Sinai Queens The Mount Sinai Hospital Mount Sinai West and SOUTH ISLAND ORTHOPEDICS PC.
1436 Broadway
Hewlett, NY 11557
79-01 Broadway
Elhurst, NY 11373
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 graduated from Columbia University College of Physicians & Surgeons in 1991. He completed residency at University of Minnesota Orthopaedic Surgery GME. 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 & Surgeons (1991)
Residency: University of Minnesota Orthopaedic Surgery GME (1996)
Board Certification: American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
Licensed In: New York
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Dr. David Harris Godfried, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: Magnacare-Health Care, EmblemHealth - HIP, Oscar, HealthFirst Medicaid, United Health Care - Commercial, VNSNY Select Health Medicaid, Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield - Commercial/Exchange, CIGNA Healthcare, 1199 SEIU, HealthFirst Medicare, Multiplan PHCS, EmblemHealth - GHI-PPO, Centivo, Medicare - NY, AETNA - Medicare, Oxford - Freedom and Liberty, Medicare - NJ, AETNA - Commercial, VNSNY Choice Medicare, VillageCareMax, Partners Health Plan, Aetna and Hotel Trades.
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These charts describe general payments received by Dr. David Harris Godfried, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.
Medtronic Sofamor Danek USA, Inc. |
$916
Thoracolumbar - TL Therapies $916 |
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K2M, Inc. |
$147
MESA Spinal System $147 |
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DePuy Synthes Sales Inc. |
$77
Early Intervention $77 |
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Heron Therapeutics, Inc. |
$53
Zynrelef $53 |
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Medical Device Business Services, Inc. |
$50
EXTERNAL FIXATION $50 |
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Other |
$61
Vimpat $22 |
VELCADE $16 |
Botox Therapeutic $13 |
SUBSYS $10 |
Travel and Lodging | $687 |
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Food and Beverage | $617 |
Dr. David Godfried practices pediatric orthopedics/orthopedic surgery in Hewlett, NY, New York, NY, and Elhurst, NY. He is especially interested in musculoskeletal problems. He is professionally affiliated with Mount Sinai Health System. Dr. Godfried accepts Medicaid Managed Care, Blue California, Empire BlueCross BlueShield, and more. According to Yext, new patients are welcome to contact his office in Hewlett, NY. Dr. Godfried graduated from Columbia University, College of Physicians and Surgeons and then he performed his residency at a hospital affiliated with the University of Minnesota. Awards and/or distinctions he has received include Awards and William L. Jaffe MD Faculty Resident Teaching Award NYU School of Medicine.