ORTHOPEDIC ASSOCIATES OF LONG ISLAND

Sports Medicine, Joint Replacement

John Brennan, MD, received his medical degree from SUNY Health Science Center at Brooklyn after attending college at St. Louis University. He then performed a surgical internship at St. Luke’s-Roosevelt Hospital Center in Manhattan and followed with his orthopedic residency also at St. Luke’s-Roosevelt Hospital Center. During training, he completed rotations at Alfred I. DuPont Children’s Hospital in Delaware, Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center as well as The Blackrock Clinic in Dublin, Ireland.

Board Certified Orthopedic Surgery and Sports Medicine Arthroscopy, Joint Replacement Surgery

Dr. Cappellino, a Long Island native, grew up in New Hyde Park, New York. He was the No.1 football player in Nassau County in 1983 receiving the Tom Thorpe Award. Dr. Cappellino attended Yale University and participated all four years in football. He was awarded the Chester J. Laroche scholar-athlete award.

Chief of Orthopedic Spine Surgery

Dr. Morgan Chen is a board certified orthopedic surgeon specializing in the surgical treatment of the spine. He utilizes the newest and most minimally invasive procedures to correct disorders of the cervical, thoracic and lumbar spine. He is an Assistant Clinical Professor of Orthopedic Surgery at Mount Sinai Hospital and a Clinical Assistant Professor of Surgery at the College of Osteopathic Medicine at the New York Institute of Technology. Dr. Chen is a recognized leader in the field of spine surgery and often serves as faculty on courses to teach the newest surgical techniques. 

Orthopedic Surgeon, Hand, Upper Extremity & Microvascular Surgery

Dr. Christoforou graduated magna cum laude and Phi Beta Kappa from New York University in 2002 with a degree in history and biology. He subsequently earned his medical degree from the New York University School of Medicine with honors where he was elected into the Alpha Omega Alpha medical honor society in 2006.

Non-Operative Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Specializing in Regenerative Medicine, Concussion Management and Acupuncture

Danielle DeGiorgio, DO, is a non-operative sports medicine physician. She is a native of Long Island, graduating from Longwood High School as a three-sport athlete. She attended Stony Brook University on a full athletic scholarship and served as captain of the women’s basketball team.After obtaining her medical degree from New York College of Osteopathic Medicine.

Orthopedic Surgery - Foot & Ankle Reconstruction, Trauma & Sports Injuries

Dr. Gamez received a BA in Psychology from Rutgers College and his medical education at the Universidad Autonoma de Guadalajara. He then went on to complete an internship in general surgery and a residency in orthopedic surgery at Maimonides Medical Center in Brooklyn, NY. His interests led him to pursue a fellowship in foot and ankle reconstruction at Union Memorial Hospital/Mercy Medical Center in Baltimore, MD.

Non-Surgical Orthopedics and Sports Medicine
Regenerative Medicine Specialist

Dr. Harary earned his undergraduate degree in Movement Science from the University of Michigan in 1998. He went on to medical school at Ross University, where he graduated with honors in 2002. After obtaining his medical degree, Dr. Harary completed a family medicine residency at UPMC Shadyside Hospital in Pittsburgh, PA. He then completed his fellowship training in Sports Medicine at Blessing Hospital in Quincy.

Arthroscopy & Joint Replacement Surgery

A native Long Islander, Jeffrey Hart, DO, graduated magna cum laude from Quinnipiac University in 2004 and received his Doctor of Osteopathic (DO) from the New York College of Osteopathic Medicine. Maintaining his New York roots, Dr. Hart completed his orthopedic surgical residency at North Shore/LIJ Plainview Hospital, where he was Chief Resident. He completed a fellowship in adult reconstruction of the hip and knee at The Florida Orthopedic Institute in Tampa, Florida.At OALI, Dr. Hart focuses on issues with hips, knees, and shoulders and is dedicated to improving the quality of life for his patients in a comprehensive and compassionate nature.

Board Certified Orthopedic Surgery and Sports Medicine, Arthroscopic Surgery of the Shoulder and Knee

Dr. Jarit grew up in Wading River, NY and graduated from Shoreham-Wading River High School in 1994. He attended college at the University of Virginia and graduated With Distinction in 1998. He obtained his medical degree from the Albert Einstein College of Medicine in 2002, and then completed residency in orthopedic surgery at NYU Hospital for Joint Diseases in New York City in 2008.

BOARD CERTIFIED PODIATRIST

Dr. Javed is a board certified Podiatrist with comprehensive training in reconstructive surgery of foot and ankle deformities. He specializes in treating various foot and ankle pathology both conservatively and surgically. His focus includes bunions, hammertoes, sports medicine, limb salvage, trauma, and diabetic wound care.Dr. Javed graduated from SUNY New Paltz with a Bachelor of Science. He then studied at the New York College of Podiatric Medicine where he graduated as a Doctor of Podiatric Medicine.

Orthopedic Surgeon

Dr. Mileto received his M.D. degree from New York Medical College in 2010, and then completed his residency in orthopedic surgery at Maimonides Medical Center in Brooklyn, New York. Following his training in general orthopedics, he traveled to Phoenix, Arizona to complete a fellowship in adult reconstruction at the Hedley Orthopedic Institute. Under Dr. Anthony Hedley, a preeminent leader in the field of joint replacement surgery.

American Board Orthopedic Surgery, Arthroscopy & Joint Replacement Surgery

Dr. Petraco graduated cum laude from Yale University in 1988, after which he received his medical degree from Cornell University Medical College graduating with academic honors. His post-graduate training included an internship at NYU Medical Center and an orthopedic surgery residency at The Hospital for Joint Diseases – Orthopaedic Institute. 

Hand, Wrist & Elbow Surgery

Dr. Puopolo earned his medical degree from SUNY Health Science Center at Brooklyn in 1997 after earning a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology from Duke University. He completed his internship in general surgery at New York University Medical Center and his orthopedic surgery residency at NYU-Hospital for Joint Diseases in Manhattan.

Non-Operative Sports Medicine - Adult & Pediatric, Specializing in Sports Medicine & Concussion Management

Hayley Queller, MD was the first Primary Care Sports Medicine physician at Orthopedic Associates of Long Island. In 2000, she completed an undergraduate degree in mathematics at Franklin & Marshall College where she was valedictorian of her class as well as a first team Academic All-American soccer player. She earned her medical degree from Georgetown University School of Medicine in 2004.

Director of Sports Medicine, Board Certified Orthopedic Surgery & Sports Medicine, Arthroscopic Surgery of the Shoulder, Knee and Hip

Dr. Sileo is a native of Garden City, Long Island and graduated magna cum laude from the College of William and Mary in Williamsburg, Virginia in 1998. He subsequently earned his medical degree at SUNY Stony Brook in 2002. His post-graduate training included a surgical internship and orthopedic surgery residency at SUNY Stony Brook.

Chief of Neurosurgical Spine Surgery

Sathish J. Subbaiah, MD, MS, graduated summa cum laude from Yale University with a BS and MS in Molecular Biophysics and Biochemistry. He earned his MD from Harvard Medical School with high honors. Dr. Subbaiah completed his residency in Neurosurgery at Harvard/Brigham and Women’s Hospital and subsequently completed a one year advanced fellowship in Endoscopic & Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery with Dr. Richard Fessler.

Mikhail Zusmanovich, MD specializes in general orthopedics and sports medicine surgery, including hip, knee, and shoulder arthroscopy; internal fracture fixation; and general fracture care.

Dr. Morra grew up in the Bronx, where he attended Fordham Preparatory School. A competitive athlete in tennis and baseball from a young age, Dr. Morra’s interest in understanding the body’s biomechanics led him towards a career in medicine.