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Dr. Eric Small, MD

Dr. Eric Small, MD

Orthopedics*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Eric Small, MD is an orthopedic specialist in Hartsdale, NY and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Rutgers New Jersey Medical School in 1989. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Mount Sinai Brooklyn and Mount Sinai Queens. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.1 Star Rating
Based on 44 reviews 4.1 Star Rating (44 reviews)

At a Glance

  • Area of ExpertiseDr. Small specializes in the area of Pediatric Sports Medicine. See board certifications
  • Easy SchedulingPatients said scheduling was easy. See reviews
  • Offers TelehealthThis doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top HospitalPatient Safety Excellence Award™ See hospitals

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Dr. Small's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Small

4.1
44 ratings, 12 with a written review
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Real Sports Medicine Doctor. Not a fake, like I've had before. Had to write a review. Dr. Small knows his stuff. Plus he calls back!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Cindy – Oct 27, 2018
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Dr Small was excellent and I have recommended him to many of my friends. He is a real sports medicine doctor who really knows what he is talking about. I was impressed that he took the time to carefully listen to my issue. It was complex and other doctors were not able to figure out my problem. Dr Small figured it out within a few minutes. Other doctors wanted to keep sending me for tests, but Dr Small fixed me within minutes- True!!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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roy – Jun 19, 2018
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Dr. Small is terrific! I highly recommend him! His knowledge and passion in sports injuries really shows. It's great seeing a doctor who knows what he is talking about. I am a college athlete so getting back to school and to my sport is truly important. You can tell that Dr. Small sees many athletes I am writing this review because Dr. Small made all this possible! His office was very helpful. I had an Xray and I was able to quickly get an MRI. Dr. Small is the only doctor to see.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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ariel – Jan 31, 2018
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Excellent Sports Medicine Doctor! Dr. Small is great!. He was thorough and very knowledgable-Unlike most doctors! He explained my condition and was very thorough. He's passion about his patients, about sports medicine and his knowledge really shows! I appreciate the fact he only sees sports injuries all day and his diagnosis is the only one that makes any sense. I highly recommend Dr Small for all sports injuries. I am a high level athlete and it is important for me to get back into my spot.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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james – Jan 31, 2018
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I thought Dr. Small was terrific!. He and his staff were very pleasant and helpful. He was able to diagnosis my daughter's injury quickly and accurately. We left with a game plan. Now, my daughter is back playing sports. Great Dr! He is the only Doctor to see for kids and their sports injuries!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Nov 09, 2017
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Had a horrible experience with this doctor. He's rude & arrogant. Even with a true and accurate diagnosis from this doctor, complete with a list of rehab items and follow up appointment - god forbid you ask him to do his part and fill out a temporary disability form from your employer until you are cleared to return to work. Temporary disability that has been paid into your whole adult life - if you ask as you're supposed to to survive - he fires you as a patient. Even insurance co. is stunned
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
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Dissatisfied & appalled in Wallkill – Oct 19, 2017
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Dr. Small is number one! His focus is on kids and athletes with sports injuries and his knowledge really shows! He was very personal and took the time to answer all of my questions. I called with a few questions and he called back quickly. He is the only doc that I trust with my injuries. I am glad that I came home from college to see him.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Chappaqua, NY – Jul 31, 2017
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Absolutely would NOT recommend this doctor. Very cold and unpleasant to speak with, and laughed when asked a question. Extremely demeaning. The entire vibe of the office, including the staff (who wouldn't give us the notes that were taken until asked), was both odd and off -- I, along with the person that I came with, felt extremely uncomfortable, not to mention that the advice given was unhelpful. Please save your time and money, and see another doctor that actually cares about your problems.
What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 others found this helpful
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Jul 22, 2017
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Dr. Small was very pleasant, very insightful, and very experienced. I had seen many other doctors who were not able to diagnose me. I am a D1 baseball player so my medical care is very important. I am writing this because I thought Dr. Small was a great sports medicine Doc. Many other doctors consider themselves sports medicine specialists. This is not the case. While waiting to see Dr. Small, I saw athletes from all sports coming and going. I sent many of my D1 friends to see Dr. Small
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
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matt in westchester – Jan 11, 2017
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we ran into a serious billing problem with this doctor's office. a year later it's not resolved and they are totally non responsive to telephone calls and letters. would not recommend this doctor
What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Holly Gruskay in New Rochelle, NY – Nov 15, 2016
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It was such a pleasure working with Dr. Small. Diagnosis was accurate and insightful. He gave me a daily routine. I was able to get back to my sport quickly and back to competitive play and winning again. Staff was very courteous and helpful. Dr. Small is the ONLY physician to see if you have a sport injury
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Port Chester, NY – Jun 22, 2016
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Very knowledgable and passionate.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Xavier D in White Plains, NY – Jan 08, 2016
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Dr. Eric Small, MD is an orthopedic specialist in Hartsdale, NY and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Rutgers New Jersey Medical School in 1989. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Mount Sinai...read more
  • Orthopedics

  • Orthopedic Surgery

  • Pediatric Sports Medicine

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Boston Children's Hospital|mcmaster University

    Fellowship Hospital, 1995
  • Montefiore Medical Center Albert Einstein College Med

    Residency Hospital, 1992
  • Montefiore Med Center Albert Einstein College Med|montefiore Med Ctr-albert Einstein College Of Medicine

    Internship Hospital, 1990
  • Rutgers New Jersey Medical School

    Medical School, 1989
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Pediatrics®
Pediatric Sports Medicine
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Mount Sinai Queens

    2510 30th Ave
    Long Island City, NY 11102
    Recipient of 13
    hospital awards
  • Mount Sinai Brooklyn

    3201 Kings Hwy
    Brooklyn, NY 11234
    Recipient of 4
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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  • White Plains Hospital

    41 E Post Rd
    White Plains, NY 10601
    Recipient of 8
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    81%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    6% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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