I wasted an enormous amount of time waiting to see this doctor, yet he didn't even bother to provide me with a diagnosis. He showed absolutely no interest in me whatsoever. By way of comparison: both an Italian and a Russian doctor were able to diagnose me in just 10 minutes during an online consultation--immediately after reviewing my test results. The diagnosis: axillary nerve compression. This Dr. Rokito is a terrible human being who is indifferent to people's health; perhaps he is simply an incompetent specialist, but I suspect he is merely uninterested in patients with low-cost insurance plans--moreover, I distinctly felt that I was being treated with disdain. I spent two months waiting to see this Rokito, only for the doctor himself to grant me a paltry 10 minutes--and not even provide a diagnosis, essentially stating just one thing: "I cannot, and will not, help you." Doctors like this should burn in hell--or find a profession other than medicine. read more

Dr. Rokito is the BEST! When I had been told I had a "broken shoulder" and most probably needed surgery, I went to Dr. Rokito for a second opinion and he told me I had a torn rotator cuff, and exercise should do the trick. He sent me to NYU Langone Orthopedic Center, and after a few month of exercise there and at home with exercises the Tech showed me, my shoulder was as good as new. No operation! Recently, I had a lot of pain behind my knee. I hadn't fallen nor did I bump my knee. After three days, I could not walk without a crutch. I was in pain so bad, I was crying. Dr. Rokito said I had water on my knee, a by-product of the arthritis I had in my knees, which I never felt and never knew about. He did an aspiration of almost a tube full of water, gave me a cortisone shot, and I was able to walk without help that evening. I am following up with exercise at the same Orthopedic Center but, meanwhile, I feel fine. There's nothing better than a surgeon who "fixes" you withOUT surgery! read more

Unfortunately.. I suffered a complete ACL Tear earlier this year, JAN 2009. Fortunately I met with an amazing surgeon, Dr. Andrew Rokito, at the NYU Hospital for Joint Diseases. I first spoke with one of his assistants, Iyvonne, who gave me immediate attention coordinating X-rays, meeting the doctor (on his break in between surgeries), and getting my MRI done. Dr. Rokito recommended a few physical therapy sessions to strengthen my quads before surgery and with a week's wait time the swelling would have lessened enough to operate. Dr. Rokito was the sports doctor for the Mets up until 2004, so when we talked about repairing my ACL I knew he would be capable of doing an excellent repair regardless of graft choice. (I chose the strongest graft, my patella tendon.) SInce ACL Reconstruction is no joke, i can't tell you how comforting it was to know my surgeon is one thee best orthopaedic surgeons and is the head of his dept. I will also say that the staff of lovely nurses at the x-ray facility were very nice, almost to the point that I felt like I was given special treatment. Dr. Rokito is VERY highly respected, I could tell by interacting with other of his colleagues, other surgeons. His staff is also incredible, which was the first sign that i found an amazing doctor, he is surrounded by an outstanding team. I was told Dr. Rokito's hands are like magic. Post surgery, my follow up visit with Dr. ROkito gave me an extra boost of confidence to walk with a regular gait and to protect the scarring from any sun. I felt at ease with the whole surgery and recovery process and absolutely felt that i was in the best care possible. I am approx 5 months post op, 100% confident in a perfectly healed knee (Dr. Rokito said so) and continuing to work on regaining all my muscle strength in pt. If you are unsure about picking a doctor or surgeon, go with the best, reputable Doctor you can trust. read more

I cannot say enough good things about Dr. Rokito. I originally saw him after I tore my ACL skiing. I was absolutely sure hay I was going to need surgery and then a year of Pt to recover. Dr Rokito felt the at unless I was a highly competitive athlete, this was not the case and that I could return to all activities as before. He was absolutely right! I don't miss my ACL at all. I then saw him a few years later as a second opinion (I didn't know he did shoulders, too!). I had an extremely painful shoulder (calcified tendinitis) with radiating pain that kept me up at night. The first surgeon I saw immediatelyrecommended surgery and informed me that I would be unable to use my arm for 6-8 weeks after surgery and then it would be a long recovery. I was then referred back to Dr. Rokito by someone smarter than me and he again said meds and PT would fix my shoulder. Again, he was correct. I am able to kayak, hike, bike, swim and do everything I like to do without pain. When I was in his office for the second non-surgical recommendation, I asked him how he makes any money if he keeps recommending conservative treatment. He just laughed and said that his wife asks him the same thing. A surgeon whose go-to is not surgery is always going to be top of my list!!! read more

After nearly 8-9 months of pain in the shoulder during 2006, Dr. Rokito was recommended to me by my primary care physician of 11+ years. I saw Dr. Rokito in late November 2006 or early December 2006 for a consultation as to whether I should have surgery or not, the consultation indicated that I would benefit from surgery. Dr. Rokito was the third / fourth doctor that diagnosed my shoulder pain. My physical therapist said Dr. Rokito is a cool guy. My colleague also saw Dr. Rokito a few years ago and said he was very good. In mid December 2006, exactly a week before Christmas, I had surgery for my shoulder. I had a couple of follow up in early 2007 with Dr. Rokito. After surgery, between physical therapy and the home exercise program, I have fully recovered around June 2007 / July 2007. Dr. Rokito also works with patients that are "out of network". I would not hesitate to recommend Dr. Rokito. Websites: http://www.nyuhjdshoulder.com/doctors_rokito.htm http://orthodoc.aaos.org/andrewrokitomd/ read more

I showed up for my appointment yesterday only to be told they didn't have me on the schedule. When I proudly showed them the email that confirmed it-- I noticed that it said the appointment is for August 20th. Oops. (I suppose I should have been leery when I had booked it for the next day on line and thinking how lucky it was he had an opening...) That being said--- Everyone went out of their way to try and see if they could possibly maybe squeeze me in that morning. And they did. Fortunately, I had had X-rays taken @ NYU the day before and he could access them. I was seen by the doctor as well as his competent staff and nurse practitioners. And, all things being equal, I did not have to wait very long considering they were accommodating my boneheaded mistake. Excellent diagnosis and no mention of surgery for shoulder which I was concerned about. Direct, attentive, and comforting. Clear and concise explanations of everything with even a moment or two for basic pleasantries. read more

About twenty years ago , after I developed tennis elbow, I was referred to Dr. Andrew Rokito. Over the last two decades he has been my orthopedic doctor, surgeon and advisor. I credit him with overseeing and guiding me through my double knee replacement surgeries. Although Dr Rokito doesn't do that surgery, he urged me to see another doctor who specializes in that replacement and insisted that if I wanted someone else, he would have to review that doctor's credentials . Andrew Rokito has always gone the extra mile and it has always been for the benefit of his patients. Twenty years later, I'm still playing tennis and regrettably having two titanium knees, I haven't needed to visit Dr. Andrew Rokito but I'm always recommending him to friends who are forever grateful! read more

Dr. Rokito is an outstanding doctor and a lovely, caring person. He is a gifted diagnostician - he is patient, thorough and explains everything - needless to say, I am typically in pain when I see him but I always enjoy the interaction and feel fortunate to have him on my team. He is just terrific. Also, as you might expect his staff are all personable and helpful and make the overall experience a good one. Best of the best! read more

OK, disclaimer, I am a physican and surgeon. As a patient I am very picky. I also enjoy long distance running and triathlons. Andrew Rokito has a great reputation. Attuned to athletes, as the team physician to the Mets, which what was important to me. I first went to Dr Rokito ten years ago to fix my right shoulder so that I could return to form and white water rafting. That went exceptionally well, no problems since. Recently I suffered from knee pain for months, an MRI was inconclusive and an orthopedic surgeon said I should get better with conservative management. A friend recommended a second opinion with Dr Rokito but I thought that they were mistaken in that he was a shoulder doctor. Then ANOTHER orthopedic colleague recommended him so I figured I was destined to see him. Dr Rokito has a quiet demeanor and i really got the sense that I was talking to a friend about my problem. He strongly suspected a meniscus tear and I was ready to have surgery but he insisted on repeating the MRI(with better quality). It did demonstrate the tear. I was completely confident in his skill but wanted a candid assessment as to whether the surgery ran the risk of progressing osteoarthritis and possible knee replacement in the future. His answer was perfect- "I'd never do that to you". The set up at NYU Langone is excellent. You register to be in their system, get messages, a review of your visit, bills and upcoming appointments at one site. The offices are nice, clean and his physician assistant superb. Surgery day I was very comfortable and the team of people there were all alert, focused, and no nonsense. I drifted off just after laying down, awake about 45 minutes later. I have had the quickest recovery that I can imagine, doing biking the next day and cybex arc a couple of days later. I never have even thought about my knee since the surgery except in noticing that it is no longer a bother. Now I am a month out and have been jogging without pain or swelling. NYU has an excellent rehab program which I did not need, but I continued to get encouraging emails regarding recovery that were quite detailed. This is my most candid advice. A doctor should be your best adviser on issues that none of us can master. As we have either traumatic or degenerative orthopedic issues surgical intervention results will vary because of many things since we are just made of flesh and blood. In a surgeon you will need a competent doctor who will frame out realistic anticipated results, with their input as to whether to undergo a procedure. Dr Rokito is someone you can trust on all fronts and will do his best to improve any orthopedic issues that you might have. read more

This guy is cool as a cucumber, Seems to be very professional and competent. Would not hesitate to recommend. Rokito is kinda neato!

I have no problem with Dr. Rokito. My complaint is strictly about scheduling/ appointments. It's like, why make an appointment and not not honor it. I had a 3:15pm appointment and i was not seen til 4:30pm which is ridiculous. They staff should understand most people in the city come during their "1 hour" lunch break... the fact it took 2 hours to wait, be seen, and return is not right. Yet then they charge these ridiculous rates to be seen for 5 minutes. read more

I rarely review, but I truly felt this was worthy of mentioning. After witnessing two business men scream at the secretary for running behind schedule, I thought to myself, "Oh, the cliental here must be awful." Instead, after waiting an hour an a half later, I try to be as calm as possible in addressing the fact that I had been waiting in their offices for an hour and a half without ever even being told they were running behind schedule. After finally getting in with a flustered female doctor, I admit that I have to leave - in 10 minutes, for another doctor's appointment. They tell me they were running behind schedule because people showed up late and they were trying to fit them in? I'm sorry, but that's not how business works. Don't tell me you don't have another appointment until the next week, but also tell me if I leave to go to my other doctor's appointment you will cancel my existing appointment. I finally walk out. Without fail, the WORST customer service experience I have EVER experienced. They say this was abnormal for them, but somehow I doubt it. Be prepare to wait two hours to see anyone if you intend to see this physician. I, on the other hand, will find someone else. read more

Dr. Rokito is a pompous, egotistical, rude individual. He performed reconstructive acl surgery on my right knee about one month ago and I am having complications as a result of his ineptitude. He is quick to blame the patient and insulted me on a follow-up visit when I asked him a question regarding my knee. Please be wary of visiting Dr. Rokito's office, as I would advise you to find another surgeon to perform any knee/shoulder operations. read more

Poor follow through after surgery. Doesn't listen to pts complaints Probably a good technical surgeon but not the full package

Solid orthopedist. Good bedside manner, and conservative approach. Does not rush for surgery

I visited Dr Rokito in March, 2013 after I suffered a shoulder injury. After wasting almost 3 months with another orthopedic bozo, Dr Rokito suggested surgery to repair a torn tendon. After surgery in April, he informed me that there were 2 torn tendons repaired. Andy Rokito explains every detail to his patients and spends as mucho time as you need to under stand what to expect . He treats you like you are his only patient. I would recommend him to friends, family and anyone who has an orthopedic concern. read more

I was referred to Doctor Rokito for surgery, & that's what I got. I saw a sport's doctor for my shoulder problems, tread water in physical therapy for a few months, finally got an MRI, saw that I had some bad rotator cuff damage, & went to Dr. Rokito. The surgery at Langone was low-muss, low-fuss; I showed up, filled out some paperwork, got in the gown, & waited with my wife, well attended by the staff. As for the doctor's work, well-- the stitches healed quickly & motion is already returning. I'm going to hold up my end of the bargain by going to PT, but Dr. Rokito already held up his by skillfully cutting up my sleeping body. Which is a weird thing to say, but hey, here we are. His staff kept in touch with me, soliciting me to send them the paperwork they needed, unlike some offices that expect you to somehow psychically know what to bring; I appreciated the clear lines of communication a lot. read more

Dr. Rokito is arguably one of the world's leading orthopedic surgeons around. His experience and know-how is uncanny. He can assess a condition comprehensively and succinctly with great accuracy. Following protocol, Dr. Rokito walked me from trying to recover from a partial rotator cuff tear via physical therapy to actual surgery in May 2014, which turned out successfully. He continues to treat me for various other sports related injuries, and I trust his judgement. I highly respect and recommend Dr. Rokito. read more

I have a badly torn rotator cuff. Dr. Rokito diagnosed it and sent me to PT for a few months. He takes a conservative approach and isn't going to just jump to the conclusion that surgery is required. The PT helped a lot but when insurance ran out the shoulder was still painful when I rotated it. He said next step is a cortisone shot and I've been doing a home exercise program. I like Dr. Rokito's straightforward manner and his approach. He also called me with my results -- I didn't have to track him down. Which I totally appreciated. Nice guy and very reassuring...he says no reason I shouldn't be able to ski again! read more

I had outpatient shoulder surgery for calcific tendinitis. I was literally better by the next day, and started PT within two days. Unlike the previous surgeon I met, Dr. Rokito wanted me moving my shoulder within a day rather than immobilizing it in a cast for weeks, and I had full range of motion within a few weeks. The man is a genius and a highly skilled surgeon. His bedside manner is outstanding, and he truly cares for each patient. Highly, highly recommend. read more