Advanced Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation is a small, friendly, state-of-the-art facility where we pride ourselves on individualized treatment. Same and next-day appointments are available. Low back pain is the second most common reason for doctor visits and more than 80% of Americans will experience back pain in some point in their lives. If you are experiencing pain or discomfort, don't wait another day contact us now.
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At Advanced Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation we believe in treating all aspects of pain. Pain is often a result of multiple factors and should be addressed as such. To that end we use a team approach employing medical doctors, physical therapists, chiropractors, acupuncture and massage therapy. Our medical doctor, Neal A. Mesnick is board certified in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. He is on staff at New York- Presbyterian Hospital and is a Clinical Assistant Professor in Rehabilitation Medicine at Weill-Cornell Medical College.
A physiatrist (fizz ee at' trist) is a physician specializing in physical medicine and rehabilitation. Physiatrists treat a wide range of problems from sore shoulders to spinal cord injuries. They see patients in all age groups and treat problems that touch upon all the major systems in the body. These specialists focus on restoring function to people.
We are conveniently located at 5 West 16th Street (between 5th and 6th Avenue, just off of 5th). Take the 4, 5, 6, B, D, F, V or L to Union Square - 14th Street and walk 1 block West to 16th Street and 5th Ave. Take the 1, 2, 3, or 9 to 14th Street, walk 2 blocks North the 16th and 2 blocks East to 5th Ave. The 2, 3, 5, 6, 7, 14A, and 14D Buses all stop in the area, either on 6th Avenue, 5th Avenue or in Union Square.
Reviews (12)
Eve T.
Aug 17, 2021
Robert K.
Sep 27, 2019
Wow, what a great experience I had today visiting Dr. Turtel's office. His office staff are incredibly polite, caring, and efficient. The doctor saw me without any wait. He has good people skills and is kind and supportive. He is very professional and competent. He immediately got to work assessing my shoulder and on the road to recovery. I am so pleased that I chose to see Dr. Turtel.
Ken P.
Jun 11, 2019
Dr. Turtel is the best & is worth the 65 mile drive from NJ! - I was first referred to Dr. Turtel in 1997 by a friend of mine. The words that caught my attention were "He will listen to what you say, he will order the appropriate tests, he will present you with your options and then ultimately make his recommendation." My right knee problems go back to 1985 when I blew my knee out by ripping 3 of the 4 ligaments and the knee capsule.
The operation that took place in PA, which was NOT performed by Dr. Turtel, proceeded to get infected with a staph infection and ultimately a bone infection. The infection eroded much of the cartilage and the doctors pretty much guaranteed me that I would require a knee replacement by the time I was 35. In 1997, I was 32 when I went to see Dr. Turtel thinking that my knee replacement was coming 3 years early.
During my appointment, unlike many other doctors, he was not rushing to see the next patient and I had his full attention. After the consultation and the testing, Dr. Turtel assured me that the knee replacement was not needed and he would not perform that operation until it was absolutely necessary. He proceeded to clean my knee out which eliminated the pain at that time.
Over the next 15 years, he had to clean it out a couple more times. On a separate occasion, when I had fluid on my knee that was causing a great amount of pressure, he drained it without a problem. I am now 54 and still have not had that knee replacement thanks to Dr. Turtel. In addition to my knee, when my shoulder was "freezing up" about 5 years ago, he fixed the cartilage and it has felt fine since.
In 2011, he treated the tendinitis in my elbow and in October he relieved the pain in my other knee by trimming the cartilage. Over the years I have referred at least 4 other people to him. I would have to tell anyone that reads this, my ultimate trust for Dr. Turtel is that my then 11 year old son who played football, travel baseball and travel basketball became a patient of Dr. Turtel's in 2011 due to a knee injury. My last note of praise goes to Diane who follows up with all of the insurances and coordinate the logistics with the hospitals. Thank you for the great care! Ken Pizzico
The operation that took place in PA, which was NOT performed by Dr. Turtel, proceeded to get infected with a staph infection and ultimately a bone infection. The infection eroded much of the cartilage and the doctors pretty much guaranteed me that I would require a knee replacement by the time I was 35. In 1997, I was 32 when I went to see Dr. Turtel thinking that my knee replacement was coming 3 years early.
During my appointment, unlike many other doctors, he was not rushing to see the next patient and I had his full attention. After the consultation and the testing, Dr. Turtel assured me that the knee replacement was not needed and he would not perform that operation until it was absolutely necessary. He proceeded to clean my knee out which eliminated the pain at that time.
Over the next 15 years, he had to clean it out a couple more times. On a separate occasion, when I had fluid on my knee that was causing a great amount of pressure, he drained it without a problem. I am now 54 and still have not had that knee replacement thanks to Dr. Turtel. In addition to my knee, when my shoulder was "freezing up" about 5 years ago, he fixed the cartilage and it has felt fine since.
In 2011, he treated the tendinitis in my elbow and in October he relieved the pain in my other knee by trimming the cartilage. Over the years I have referred at least 4 other people to him. I would have to tell anyone that reads this, my ultimate trust for Dr. Turtel is that my then 11 year old son who played football, travel baseball and travel basketball became a patient of Dr. Turtel's in 2011 due to a knee injury. My last note of praise goes to Diane who follows up with all of the insurances and coordinate the logistics with the hospitals. Thank you for the great care! Ken Pizzico
Sondra S.
Aug 13, 2018
Luckily I didn't need any extensive treatment with Dr Turtel, but for the time I was there, I found him to be kind, professional, caring, personable and very helpful. He took his time and did not rush. And his staff is very nice. I didn't know before stepping into his office, he works with many famous professional athletes and Olympians. He is the Osteopathic Surgeon to the stars! Highly recommend Dr Turtel.
Rutie H.
Feb 20, 2018
Referred to me through insurance. He seems to be interested in working with athletes but thoroughly arrogant if you are not. He spent 5 minutes with me and the examination consisted of telling me to walk as he watched me. He then said, 'Do you know what a rep is? You need to do strength training.' That was it. A waste of money and time.
Ali H.
Jan 31, 2018
Felice P.
Oct 02, 2017
Beth S.
Sep 14, 2017
I highly recommend Dr. Turtel without hesitation. I saw him several years ago for knee surgery and it's been great ever since. And I returned to him last month for a shoulder tear. He operated on that two weeks ago and I am already on the mend. Dr. Turtel understands the particular needs and frustrations of athletes, and he is as knowledgeable as he is experienced. I have never felt rushed through appointments and have always been respected and valued as a patient.
Daniel K.
Sep 14, 2017
Best orthopedic surgeon and individual I have ever dealt with. He is operated on me (my knee) on three occasions. He is a pleasure to deal with. Every time I have got to him, he came out to meet me in the waiting room and took me on time or even early. He is extremely thorough and explains everything in detail. He takes the time and will not let you leave until you are completely satisfied with his explanation.
I am so comfortable with and his entire office that my son and daughter have got to him over the years. He recently operated on my son and again spent a lot of time with him. I have not only sent family members to him close friends as well. Everyone has been 100% satisfied with both Dr. Turtel and his staff. I have dealt with many orthopedic surgeons (I used to be an athletic trainer for a small college) and have never met another orthopedist or any doctor for that matter who spends more time with the patient that he does.
He truly cares and wants to make sure that you are completely satisfied. There needs to be more doctors like him in our society. A surgeon with his ability, qualifications and compassion are truly a rare thing today.
I am so comfortable with and his entire office that my son and daughter have got to him over the years. He recently operated on my son and again spent a lot of time with him. I have not only sent family members to him close friends as well. Everyone has been 100% satisfied with both Dr. Turtel and his staff. I have dealt with many orthopedic surgeons (I used to be an athletic trainer for a small college) and have never met another orthopedist or any doctor for that matter who spends more time with the patient that he does.
He truly cares and wants to make sure that you are completely satisfied. There needs to be more doctors like him in our society. A surgeon with his ability, qualifications and compassion are truly a rare thing today.
Jennifer M.
Jun 22, 2017
I came to see the doctor after being referred from my insurance company. I was in extreme pain from an injury to my knee a few weeks prior. The doctor examined me and could not diagnose anything wrong. I was happy to hear but still really concerned about my pain so I went ahead and decided on my own to get an MRI even though I was dissuaded to get an MRI by the doctor MRI showed that I had a partially torn ACL a bone bruise and a Bakers cyst.
The Dr. did not stick around until I got the results of my MRI at the office and it took us a week to track him down for us to hear the results He gave no direction or no recommendations on what to do. I have since gone to other doctors who are absolutely appaled by his unprofessional behavior. The doctor was quite dismissive and would not answer the questions I asked.
In addition the office in Brooklyn told us that they accepted our insurance when in fact they did not. They asked us to pay cash on the spot ($350 plus an additional $300) We are taking this to hire authorities but I wanted to let the general public to be aware
The Dr. did not stick around until I got the results of my MRI at the office and it took us a week to track him down for us to hear the results He gave no direction or no recommendations on what to do. I have since gone to other doctors who are absolutely appaled by his unprofessional behavior. The doctor was quite dismissive and would not answer the questions I asked.
In addition the office in Brooklyn told us that they accepted our insurance when in fact they did not. They asked us to pay cash on the spot ($350 plus an additional $300) We are taking this to hire authorities but I wanted to let the general public to be aware
Lil C.
Sep 25, 2016
Dr. Turtel was nice but he was unable to diagnose my knee problem or give me any specific remedy to lessen my pain. In contrast, I went to a different orthopedist who went through the MRI with me, explained what was going on, answered all my questions (Dr. Turtel's answers verged more on the 'I don't know' scale) and gave me specific home exercises to do. Don't waste your time and money. The only benefit I gained from seeing this doctor is that because he is in network, the MRI will cost me less than if an out of network doc ordered it.
Spencer W.
Aug 28, 2015
