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Dr. Alex Gitelman, MD

Minimally Invasive Orthopedic Spine Surgery* Age 47
Dr. Alex Gitelman, MD
4.6 (34 Ratings)

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Dr. Alex Gitelman, MD is a Minimally Invasive Orthopedic Spine Surgery Specialist in Stamford, CT.
Dr. Alex Gitelman, MD
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Dr. Alex Gitelman, MD

Minimally Invasive Orthopedic Spine Surgery* Age 47
Stamford, CT
Accepting new patients

Offers telehealth

Dr. Alex Gitelman, MD is a Minimally Invasive Orthopedic Spine Surgery Specialist in Stamford, CT.

About

Dr. Gitelman graduated from State University of New York Downstate Health Sciences University College of Medicine and completed a residency at Stony Brook Medical Center--Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Alex Gitelman, MD is a Minimally Invasive Orthopedic Spine Surgery Specialist in Stamford, CT. Dr. Gitelman currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Greenwich Hospital, White Plains Hospital and Stamford Hospital. At present, Dr. Gitelman received an average rating of 4.6/5 from patients and has been reviewed 34 times. Dr. Gitelman's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Gitelman is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Chronic Neck Pain
Low Back Pain
Thoracic Spine Myelopathy
Chronic Neck Pain
Low Back Pain
Thoracic Spine Myelopathy
Chronic Neck Pain
Low Back Pain
Thoracic Spine Myelopathy
Back Pain
Cervical Radiculopathy
Cervical Stenosis
Coccygeal Pain
Degenerative Disc Disease
Difficulty With Walking
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Joint Pain
Lumbar Radiculopathy
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
Lumbosacral Stenosis
Myelopathy
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Piriformis Syndrome
Sacrum Disorders
Scoliosis
Spinal Cord Injury
Spinal Osteophyte
Spinal Stenosis
Spinal Stenosis with Neurogenic Claudication
Spine Deformities
Spondylolisthesis
Upper Back Pain
Lamina Procedures (incl. Laminectomy, Laminoplasty, Laminotomy)
Laminoforaminotomy
Lumbar Fusion with Robotic Assist
Lumbar Microdiscectomy
Lumbar Spinal Fusion
Spinal Cord Decompression
Spinal Fusion
Achilles Tendinitis
Ankle Sprains and Strains
Ankylosing Spondylitis
Ankylosing Vertebral Hyperostosis
Arthritis of the Elbow
Ataxia
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Autonomic Disorders
Broken Neck
Bursitis of Hip
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak (CSF Leak)
Cervical Disc Degeneration
Cervical Herniated Disc
Cervical Spine Myelopathy
Chronic Pelvic Pain
Clavicle Fracture
Coccyx or Sacrum Fracture
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)
De Quervain's Disease
Degenerative Scoliosis
Degenerative Spine Disorders
Discogenic Pain
Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis)
Foot Fracture
Fracture of Hand and Fingers
Glenoid Labrum Tear
Hammer Toe
Hand Fracture
Hip Sprain
Hip Tendinitis
Incomplete Spinal Cord Syndrome
Knee Fracture
Limb Pain
Lower Back Injuries
Lower Back Sprain
Lumbar Compression Fracture
Lumbar Disc Degeneration
Lumbar Spine Fracture
Lupus
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Medial Epicondylitis
Muscle Cramping
Neck Muscle Strain
Neck Pain
Nerve Sheath Tumors
Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Ankle
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteopenia
Pathological Spine Fracture
Pelvic Fracture
Polyneuropathy
Post-Laminectomy Syndrome
Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy
Scleroderma
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Spinal Cord Tumor
Spine Fractures, Traumatic
Spondylitis
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Tethered Cord Syndrome
Thoracic Compression Fracture
Thoracic Radiculopathy
Thoracic Spine Fracture
Thoracic Stenosis
Thoracolumbar Radiculopathy
Tibia and Fibula Fractures
Traumatic Spine Disease
Trigger Finger
Vertebral Column Tumors
Anterior Disc Decompression and Fusion
Arthrocentesis
Degenerative Disc surgery
Disc Arthroplasty
Disc Surgery
Dressing and Debridement of Wound or Infection
Dural Repair or Other Spinal Cord Repair
Excision of Scapula, Clavicle, Rib, or Sternum
Foot and Ankle Fracture Treatment, Closed
Herniated Disc Surgery
Interlaminar Spacer
Knee and Leg Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
Neck Surgery
Neuroplasty
Neurostimulation
Neurostimulator Implantation
Percutaneous Kyphoplasty
Posterior Lumbar Fusion With Robotic Assistance
Revision Spinal Fusion
Spinal Compression Fracture Repair
Spinal Cord Stimulation
Spinal Decompression
Spinal Discectomy
Spinal Nerve Block
Spinal Reconstructive Surgery for Deformities
Spinal Tumor Surgery
Spine Fracture Treatment
Spine Surgery
Steroid Injection
Trigger Point Injection
Viscosupplementation With Hyaluronate

Insurance Accepted

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  • Oxford Health Plans
  • United Healthcare
  • Curative PPO
    Curative EPO
    Curative PPO Plus
  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield
  • Medicare
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care PPO
  • MultiPlan PPO
  • Cigna
  • Aetna
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
  • Bronze Standard Pathway X-CT PPO
  • HealthyBlue Advantage
  • Connecticare
  • Emblem Health

Locations

  1. 1 Specialty Surgery Center of Connecticut
    1281 E Main St, Stamford, CT 06902
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (203) 325-4087
  2. 2 Stamford Hospital
    1 Hospital Plz, Stamford, CT 06902
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (203) 276-1000
  3. 3 Office
    3030 Westchester Ave, Purchase, NY 10577
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (914) 831-4160
  4. 4 1ST Advantage Dental
    210 Westchester Ave, West Harrison, NY 10604
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (914) 831-4160

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Gitelman
4.6
Based on 34 Reviews
5 Stars (31)
4 Stars (0)
3 Stars (0)
2 Stars (0)
1 Star (3)

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Apr 11, 2024
Performed surgery on L3-L5 in March 2024. Relief was immediate and I am very happy about that. He is very personable, kind and compassionate. I was very much at ease.
Donna — Apr 11, 2024
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About Me

Specialties*
Minimally Invasive Orthopedic Spine Surgery
Spinal Cord Injury Medicine
Orthopedic Surgery
Neurological Spine Surgery
Orthopedic Spine Reconstructive Surgery
Minimally Invasive Neurological Spine Surgery
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • State University of New York Downstate Health Sciences University College of Medicine
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Orthopedic Surgery
Board Certifications
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Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Stony Brook Medical Center--Orthopaedic Surgery
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • UCLA Medical Center--Spine Surgery Fellowship
Fellowship Hospital
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Frequently Asked Questions

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A list of accepted insurance providers is available on the Sharecare insurance check. It is always a good idea to verify your insurance when making an appointment.

New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Alex Gitelman, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Gitelman's profile.

Dr. Alex Gitelman, MD is affiliated with Greenwich Hospital, White Plains Hospital and Stamford Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Alex Gitelman, MD holds board certification in Orthopedic Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Greenwich Hospital

    5 Perryridge Rd, Greenwich, CT

  • White Plains Hospital

    41 E Post Rd, White Plains, NY

  • Stamford Hospital

    1 Hospital Plz, Stamford, CT