If knee pain is keeping you off the field, off the trails, or simply off your feet, an accurate diagnosis is the first step back. Dr. Neil S. Roth, MD, founder of New York Sports Medicine Institute, is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon who treats knee injuries and conditions at our Upper East Side office on East 64th Street. As a knee specialist in NYC, he cares for high school and recreational athletes, active adults, and patients living with long-term knee pain, with treatment that starts conservatively and moves to surgery only when it is truly needed.
About Dr. Neil S. Roth
Dr. Roth earned his medical degree at Duke University and completed his orthopedic surgery residency at NewYork-Presbyterian/Columbia University. He went on to a sports medicine fellowship at the Kerlan-Jobe Orthopaedic Clinic in Los Angeles, where he assisted in the care of the city’s professional sports teams. He is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, is affiliated with Lenox Hill Hospital, and has been repeatedly named one of New York’s Best Doctors by New York Magazine.
Knee Injuries and Conditions We Treat
Dr. Roth evaluates and treats the full range of sports injuries and degenerative knee problems, including:
- ACL tears, one of the most common sports knee injuries, often caused by cutting, pivoting, or landing awkwardly
- Meniscus tears, which can cause pain, swelling, catching, or locking
- MCL, PCL, and LCL injuries from contact, falls, or sudden changes in direction
- Cartilage damage that leads to stiffness, swelling, or pain with activity
- Knee arthritis, a leading cause of chronic knee pain in active adults
- Patellar tendonitis and kneecap instability, including dislocations and tracking problems
How We Diagnose Knee Problems
Every visit starts with a detailed history and a hands-on exam of the knee’s stability, range of motion, and alignment. When imaging is needed, X-rays show the bones and joint space, and an MRI shows the ligaments, cartilage, and meniscus. The goal is a clear diagnosis before any treatment decision is made.
Nonsurgical Knee Treatment
Many knee injuries and conditions improve without surgery. Depending on the diagnosis, treatment may include:
- Physical therapy to restore strength, motion, and stability
- Bracing to protect healing ligaments and support the joint
- Injections to reduce pain and inflammation
- Activity modification and a guided return-to-sport plan
Knee Surgery
When conservative care is not enough, Dr. Roth performs minimally invasive arthroscopic surgery and reconstructive procedures, including:
- Knee arthroscopy
- ACL reconstruction with graft selection tailored to each patient
- Meniscus repair or partial meniscectomy, preserving as much healthy tissue as possible
- Cartilage restoration
- Multi-ligament and revision knee reconstruction
Recovery and Return to Activity
Surgery is only part of the process. Dr. Roth works closely with physical therapists on a structured rehabilitation plan, and each patient’s return to sport or work is based on strength, stability, and function rather than the calendar.
Schedule With a Knee Specialist in NYC
Our Manhattan office is located inside Manhattan Eye, Ear and Throat Hospital at 210 East 64th Street, 4th Floor, on the Upper East Side. We accept many insurance plans, and our staff can help verify your coverage before your visit.
Patients north of the city can also see Dr. Roth for orthopedic care in Westchester County at our White Plains office.
Call 212-861-2300 or request an appointment online.