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Dr. Geoffrey Westrich, MD

Dr. Geoffrey Westrich, MD

Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgery*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Geoffrey Westrich, MD is a reconstructive orthopedic surgeon in New York, NY and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Tufts University School of Medicine in 1990. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Hospital for Special Surgery and AdventHealth Orlando. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.2 Star Rating
Based on 49 reviews 4.2 Star Rating (49 reviews)

Practice

535 E 70th St New York, NY 10021
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(212) 606-1510

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Westrich is affiliated with Hospital for Special Surgery New York, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for orthopedic surgery.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Westrich specializes in the area of Orthopedic Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Joint Replacement Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Westrich's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Westrich

4.2

49 ratings, 22 with a written review
5 Star
76%
76%
4 Star
6%
6%
3 Star
0%
0%
2 Star
2%
2%
1 Star
16%
16%

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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
15 people found this helpful
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Thomas Greenbaum - Patient with 2nd revision – Jul 27, 2022
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What went well
  • 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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Sean – May 26, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Baoshu Cao – Jan 05, 2022
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Debi Klein – Dec 22, 2021
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What went well
  • 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 person found this helpful
Helpful
PJW – Dec 08, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Joel frimmer – May 26, 2021
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What went well
  • 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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Kathleen Weiss – Nov 10, 2020
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What went well
  • 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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Robert Miller – Nov 09, 2020
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What went well
  • 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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Catherine – Oct 16, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Oct 02, 2020
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What went well
  • 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 person found this helpful
Helpful
Jul 09, 2020
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What went well
  • 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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Jun 18, 2020
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What went well
  • 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
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
RF – Sep 18, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
15 people found this helpful
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Apr 16, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
7 people found this helpful
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Mar 09, 2019
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What went well
  • 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
7 people found this helpful
Helpful
John Ramsey in Franklin Lakes, NJ – Apr 16, 2018
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What went well
  • 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
10 people found this helpful
Helpful
New York, NY – Aug 05, 2017
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What went well
  • 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
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Linda Weeden in Cranford, NJ – Apr 06, 2017
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Long wait times
10 people found this helpful
Helpful
Feb 23, 2017
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What went well
  • 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
7 people found this helpful
Helpful
Jerry L. in New York, NY – Jan 13, 2017
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About Me

care philosophy

The goal of my office is to treat all patients with compassion and respect. We strongly believe in patient education and are happy to answer all questions so patients feel at ease and know what to expect.

biography

I specialize in knee and hip replacement, as well as in revision surgery, treating patients in their 30s and older. Robotic-assisted joint replacement is one of my areas of expertise. I am Director of Research Emeritus, Adult Reconstruction and...read more

  • Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgery

  • Orthopedic Surgery

  • Hip & Knee Orthopedics

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

  • Hospital For Special Surgery

    Fellowship Hospital, 1996

  • North Shore University Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1991

  • Tufts University School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1990

  • Tufts University

    Undergraduate School, 1986
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
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Orthopedic Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Hospital for Special Surgery535 E 70th St New York, NY 10021
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Hospital for Special Surgery

    535 E 70th St
    New York, NY 10021
    Recipient of 24
    hospital awards

    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Joint Replacement Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Superior clinical outcomes in knee and hip replacement

    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Orthopedic Surgery Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in knee and hip replacement

    View all awards

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

    91%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    7% higher than the national average

    89%
    Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

    24% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Elizabethtown Community Hospital

    75 Park St
    Elizabethtown, NY 12932

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

    86%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

    84%
    Patients who gave a rating of 9 or 10

    9% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Stamford Hospital

    1 Hospital Plz
    Stamford, CT 06902
    Recipient of 4
    hospital awards

    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

    77%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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