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Dr. Howard Luks, MD

Dr. Howard Luks, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Howard Luks, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Dobbs Ferry, NY and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from NEW YORK Medical College in 1991. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as St John's Riverside Hospital and Phelps Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.6 Star Rating
Based on 44 reviews 4.6 Star Rating (44 reviews)

Practice

128 Ashford Ave Dobbs Ferry, NY 10522
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(914) 559-1900

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Luks is affiliated with Phelps Hospital Sleepy Hollow, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Luks 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.
  • Clean Hospital
    Patients said the hospital this doctor practices at is clean. • See hospitals
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Dr. Luks' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Luks

4.6
44 ratings, 6 with a written review
5 star
89%
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4 star
2%
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3 star
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2 star
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1 star
9%
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I have been going to Dr. Luks for many years. He's done several orthopedic procedures, including several surgeries, and he is one of the most skilled, compassionate physicians I've ever had the pleasure of being a patient of. I will continue to see him in the future as I trust him in his expertise and skills.
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
3 others found this helpful
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Mary Ann Cesarski – May 27, 2021
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I will always be grateful for Dr. Luks. He performed a bucket handle meniscus repair on me, last July. Had I not been lucky enough to have his skills, my meniscus would have likely been removed and I would not be running . More than that, he is a genuinely nice man who cares about you, remembers you, etc. My only fear is suffering another knee injury in years to come and Dr Luks is retired.
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
4 others found this helpful
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George – Jun 01, 2020
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Went to Dr Luks for a second opinion concerning knee arthritis and meniscus damage. He spent 20 minutes explaining my mri and why I need not stop running. He also helped me formulate a new training plan. Dr Luks is the go to guy for runners. Don’t let a non running doctor give you canned advice about your body and joints. Go to someone who understands and cares. Dr. Luks is awesome!
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
4 others found this helpful
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Aaron G. – Mar 04, 2020
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Very unhappy.Never took a exray of my knees in 5 years.Just gave me jell injections.zi went for a second opinion and she took exrays of my knees Said i have severe arthritis and bone on bone and need a knee Replacement asap.Very angry in pain every day and night. I am reporting him to the Medical Board.
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
6 others found this helpful
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Donna – Apr 01, 2018
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Dr. Luks is great at taking the right course after asking good questions and listening. He is focused on me and not distracted, and will use different techniques to assess a situation. He is also excellent at explaining his thinking and helping me understand more about the problem I'm having.
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
5 others found this helpful
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Stephen P in New Rochelle, NY – Dec 06, 2016
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He performed my second knee replacement and yes i will say it was painful but Dr. Luks did his job to make sure i was comfortable..He takes very good care of his patients.. He's a very smart Doctor and knows what he's talking about. I would highly recommend him to anyone who needs an orthopedic surgeon..
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
8 others found this helpful
Helpful
Jacqueline Gonzalez in Yonkers – Sep 15, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

Welcome, I'm Howard Luks, a Board Certified Orthopedic Surgeon with offices in Westchester County.

You will be educated, your quality of life will be given significant priority in determining what next steps will be offered; you...read more

biography

As the Chief of Sports Medicine and Arthroscopy at New York Medical College for over 20 years, I was entrusted to teach the next generation of Orthopedic Surgeons about the needs of athletes of all ages.  As a Board Certified Orthopedic...read more

  • Orthopedic Surgery

  • Hip & Knee Orthopedics

  • Orthopedic Shoulder & Elbow Surgery

  • Orthopedic Sports Medicine

  • Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgery

*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 Joint Diseases

    Fellowship Hospital, 1997

  • Long Island Jewish Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 1996

  • Long Island Jewish Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 1992

  • New York Medical College

    Medical School, 1991

  • Muhlenberg College

    Undergraduate School, 1985
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
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Orthopedic Surgery
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  • Spanish

  • Westchester County : One of the top 5 Sports Medicine Physicians, -

  • US News and World Report: One of Americas leading Sports Medicine Physicians, -

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Locations

Practice

St. John's Riverside Hospital-Dobbs Ferry Pavilion128 Ashford Ave Dobbs Ferry, NY 10522
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  • Call
  • Fax
  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
  • Directions
Office19 Bradhurst Ave Ste 1300N Hawthorne, NY 10532
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Practice

St. John's Riverside Hospital967 N Broadway Yonkers, NY 10701
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Phelps Hospital

    701 N Broadway
    Sleepy Hollow, NY 10591
    Recipient of 6
    hospital awards

    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2024, 2023)

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

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2023)

    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.

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    78%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

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  • St John's Riverside Hospital

    976 N Broadway
    Yonkers, NY 10701
    Recipient of 7
    hospital awards

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

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

    75%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Westchester Medical Center

    100 Woods Rd
    Valhalla, NY 10595
    Recipient of 8
    hospital awards

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

    80%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% lower than the national average

    69%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    7% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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