Welcome to the Brachial Plexus Injury Center at NYU
Pioneering Care, Transforming Lives!
Why Choose the Brachial Plexus Injury Center
At the heart of the prestigious New York University, the Brachial Plexus Injury Center stands as a beacon of hope for individuals affected by these life-altering injuries. A dedicated team of specialists, comprised of physicians, surgeons, and rehabilitation professionals, offers patients expert care, cutting-edge treatments, and unwavering support throughout their recovery journey.
Leading Expertise
The center boasts a team of highly specialized professionals who remain at the forefront of brachial plexus injury care. Years of experience, coupled with a commitment to continuous learning, ensure patients receive the best possible treatment.
Pediatric Care
Children who have suffered brachial plexus injuries through birth palsies or other traumatic events causing ruptures of the brachial plexus can find the highest quality care and treatment at the clinic in the Center for Children at Langone Orthopedic Hospital every fourth Tuesday of the month. These patients and their families will meet our multidisciplinary team.
Adult Brachial Plexus
With a multidisciplinary conference every month including radiologists and neurologists to discuss patients, each case is treated with special care in order to give each individual the best outcome possible.
Advanced Treatment Options
The center embraces the latest advancements in the field, offering a range of surgical interventions and innovative rehabilitation techniques to optimize recovery and restore function.
Patient-Centered Care
Recognizing that each patient’s journey is unique, the center tailors treatment plans to individual needs, goals, and preferences. Patients are actively involved in every step of the recovery process.
Comprehensive Rehabilitation
A state-of-the-art rehabilitation facility provides patients with integrated care, ensuring they receive the best possible support throughout their recovery.
Supportive Community
The center provides a warm and welcoming atmosphere, offering patients and their families access to emotional and psychological support.
Research and Innovation
As part of NYU, the center is actively engaged in pioneering research and education within the field of brachial plexus injuries. This commitment to innovation extends to the development of new treatment techniques and technologies.
By choosing the Brachial Plexus Injury Center at NYU, patients embark on a path towards recovery, resilience, and a brighter future. The dedicated team guides them on their journey, helping them regain independence, confidence, and an improved quality of life.
Catering to out-of-town patients
The Brachial Plexus Injury Center recognizes the importance of convenience and accessibility for patients traveling from afar
Telemedicine consultations
The Center offers the option of remote consultations, allowing patients to receive expert care from the comfort of their homes.
Accommodation and travel resources
A list of recommended hotels and parking information is available to streamline the visit for traveling patients.
Prioritizing Patient Comfort
The Center prioritizes both patient health and comfort. Whether patients opt for in-person or remote care, a seamless experience is designed to cater to their individual needs.
Focus on Accessibility
The Brachial Plexus Injury Center strives to make healthcare accessible and convenient for visitors from all locations.
Useful Information
LOCATION
129A W 20th St, New York, NY 10011
Subway
A, C, E, L 14th St / 8th Ave
1, 2 18th St
BUS STOPs
M7, M20 7th Av & W 20th St
M12, M14A-SBS, M14D – SBS, W 14th St/8th Av
hotel accommodatIon nearby
New York Spirit Retreats
370 8th Ave 4th floor, NY, NY 10001
310-623-7881
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Holiday Inn Express NYC – Chelsea, an IHG Hotel
232 W 29th St, NY, NY 10001
212-695-7200
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Motto by Hilton NYC Chelsea
113 W 24th St, NY, NY 10001
212 668 8624
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TRYP by Wyndham NYC Times Square South
345 W 35th St, New York, NY 10001
212-600-2440
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PARKING NEARBY
Impark Parking
724 6th Ave
212-691-8562
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Icon Parking
235 W 22nd St
212-741-7371
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City Parking
16 W 16th St
212-960-8301
HOW TO BOOK
Pediatric Brachial Plexus:Â
Center for Children’s clinic at Langone Orthopedic Hospital, 301 East 17th Street, 3rd Floor, New York, NY 10003Â
Phone: 212-598-6205
Adult Brachial Plexus:
303 2nd Ave, Suite 16, New York, NY 10003
Phone: 212-263-7582
Location
129A W 20th St, New York, NY 10011
Local Subway/Bus
Subway
A, C, E, L 14th St / 8th Ave
1, 2 18th St
BUS STOPs
M7, M20 7th Av & W 20th StM12, M14A-SBS, M14D – SBS, W 14th St/8th Av
Hotel Accommodation Nearby
New York Spirit Retreats
370 8th Ave 4th floor, NY, NY 10001
310-623-7881
Learn More
Holiday Inn Express NYC – Chelsea, an IHG Hotel
232 W 29th St, NY, NY 10001
212-695-7200
Learn More
Motto by Hilton NYC Chelsea
113 W 24th St, NY, NY 10001
212 668 8624
Learn more
TRYP by Wyndham NYC Times Square South
345 W 35th St, New York, NY 10001, United States
212-600-2440
Learn more
Parking Nearby
Impark Parking
724 6th Ave
212-691-8562
Learn More
Icon Parking
235 W 22nd St
212-741-7371
Learn More
City Parking
16 W 16th St
212-960-8301
How To Book
Email: Elaine Crerar: Elaine.Crerar@nyulangone.org
Phone: 646-933-3931
Our Team (Pediatric)
Jon Bekisz, MD, MS
Dr. Bekisz is our newest addition to the pediatric brachial plexus team. He is an assistant professor in the Hansjörg Wyss Department of Plastic Surgery and completed his fellowship training at Harvard University, Massachusets General Hospital. Along with Dr Price...
Jacques Hacquebord, MD
Dr. Jacques Hacquebord, MD, is a dedicated hand and microsurgeon and orthoplastic surgeon specializing in severe upper extremity trauma and lower extremity reconstruction. Inspired during his residency at a leading trauma hospital, he further refined his expertise through a hand...
Andrew Price, MD
Dr. Andrew E. Price, MD, FASSOC, specializes in pediatric orthopedic surgery with expertise in trauma, congenital, and developmental injuries, particularly in the field of brachial plexus birth palsy. As the co-founder of the Center for Brachial Plexus and Peripheral Nerve...
Lori Ragni, OT
Lori Ragni is the director of all occupational therapy services at NYU Langone. She first started as a clinical specialist in the pediatric occupational therapy department at NYU Langone Health Rusk Rehabilitation. Since 2011, she has worked with infants and...
Stacey Barish, OT
Stacy is a clinical specialist in the outpatient pediatric occupational therapy department at NYU Langone Rusk Rehabilitation. Since 2011, she has treated infants and children with birth-related brachial plexus injuries. In 2014, she completed her certification in Neuro Developmental Treatment...
Our Team for Adults
Ron Adler, MD, PhD
As a professor in the Department of Radiology at NYU Grossman School of Medicine and a board-certified diagnostic radiologist, Dr. Adler brings decades of expertise in musculoskeletal imaging to the adult brachial plexus treatment team. With advanced fellowship training in...
Steve Daniels, MD
Dr. Daniels is a musculoskeletal radiologist at NYU Langone, committed to delivering precise, compassionate care through advanced imaging and image-guided procedures. With specialized expertise in imaging of the extremities, chest wall, abdominal wall, and spine, Dr. Daniels works closely with...
Janos Barrera, MD
Dr. Barrera is a hand and upper extremity surgeon at NYU Langone Health, dedicated to restoring function and improving quality of life for patients with conditions affecting the hand, wrist, and arm. With a dual background in plastic and reconstructive...
Themistocles Protopsaltis, MD
Dr. Protopsaltis is a nationally and internationally recognized orthopedic surgeon specializing in spine and peripheral nerve surgery. With a longstanding passion for anatomy and neurology, he gravitated toward orthopedic surgery for its ability to restore movement and function through advanced...