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Wasik Ashraf DO
Specialties: Orthopedic Surgery, Sports Medicine, Joint Replacement (Hip, Knee, Shoulder), Shoulder Surgery
Board Certified: Orthopedic Surgery
Languages: English, Bengali
General Info
Medical School/Degree: DO, New York College of Osteopathic Medicine, Old Westbury, NY
Hospital Affiliations: Montefiore St. Luke’s Cornwall
Prior Experience: Orthopedics and Sports Medicine, PC
Residency: Orthopaedic Surgery, North Shore - LIJ Plainview Hospital, Plainview, NY
Internship: Northshore-LIJ, Plainview Hospital, Plainview, NY
Fellowship: Sports Medicine Fellowship, The Hughston Clinic, Columbus, GA
Undergraduate: BS, New York Institute of Technology, Old Westbury, NY
Clinical Interests:
Joint preservation, adult joint reconstruction, sports medicine with a specific interest in injuries to the throwing athlete’s shoulder and elbow, arthroscopy procedures of the shoulder, shoulder replacement surgery, hip scope, holistic approach to medicine, and regenerative medicine.
Year Joined: 2018
About Me
What made you want to become a health care provider or what is your earliest memory of wanting to be one?
My mother is an internal medicine physician and I enjoyed seeing her interact and help people. I wanted to do the same.
What do you love most about your specialty? / Why did you choose your specialty?
I enjoy getting people back to the activities that they love. I decided on orthopedics because I like a challenge.
How do you connect with your patients?
I connect with my patients by taking the time to listen to their needs and concerns and connecting them with the proper tools for a healthy recovery.
What are your interests outside of the office (hobbies, activities)?
Spending time with my wife and son, playing basketball and golf, traveling
What is your advice for your patients?
Try to maintain a healthy and active lifestyle and never be scared to ask your provider questions.
