
Kevin D Plancher MD MPH, MS, FAOA, FAAOS, FACS
Hip & Knee Reconstructive Surgery, Orthopedic Sports Medicine, Shoulder Surgery
The most innovative knee surgeon in the world, providing concierge-level medical care without the added cost. Clinical Professor, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Albert Einstein College of Medicine. Adjunct Clinical Assistant Professor, Orthopaedic Surgery, Weill Cornell Medical College, Cornell University
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1160 Park AvenueUnit 1B2New York, NY 10128
Phone+1 212-876-5200
Fax+1 212-876-4440
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Summary
- Kevin D. Plancher, MD, MPH, FAOA, FAAOS is a world leader in orthopedic medicine, specializing in simple and complex knee and shoulder arthroplasty and joint, ACL, meniscus, and cartilage preservation. His team delivers advanced, compassionate care based on a dedication to published research and 30 years of patient outcomes. Globally invited lecturer and a surgical innovator and disruptor in the field, Dr. Plancher brings a wealth of expertise and a comprehensive personalized approach to finding solutions for your injury.
Physician for the U.S. Ski Team & Major League Lacrosse
Clinical Professor Albert Einstein College of Medicine/Montefiore Medical Center
Weill Cornell Medical College Adjunct Clinical Assistant Professor
Award-Winning Research Professor
Former Chair Board of Specialties, Board of Directors - American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons (AAOS)
As an orthopedic surgeon in New York, NY Dr. Kevin Plancher is affiliated with multiple hospitals in the area, including Stamford Hospital, Lenox Hill Hospital, Mount Sinai Beth Israel, Montefiore Medical Center, Vail Valley Health Hospital, Nassau University Medical Center, NewYork-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell, and Manhattan Eye, Ear, and Throat Hospital.
He received his medical degree from Georgetown University School of Medicine and has continued his education while in practice for over 30 years, making him the world’s most innovative knee surgeon.
Education & Training
- University of Colorado School of Medicine/Steadman Hawkins Clinic-DenverFellowship, Orthopaedic Sports Medicine, 1993 - 1994
- Indiana Hand to Shoulder CenterFellowship, Hand Surgery (Orthopaedic Surgery), 1992 - 1993
- Mass General Brigham/Massachusetts General Hospital/Brigham and Women's Hospital/Harvard Medical SchoolResidency, Orthopaedic Surgery, 1987 - 1991
- Brigham and Womens HospitalInternship, Transitional Year, 1986 - 1987
- Georgetown University School of MedicineClass of 1986
Certifications & Licensure
- CA State Medical License 1990 - 2027
- CO State Medical License 1992 - 2027
- IN State Medical License 1992 - 2027
- MA State Medical License 1990 - 2027
- MD State Medical License 1990 - 2027
- NY State Medical License 1990 - 2027
- CT State Medical License 1990 - 2026
- American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery Orthopaedic Surgery
- American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery Orthopaedic Sports Medicine
- American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery Surgery of the Hand
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Awards, Honors, & Recognition
- America's Most Honored Doctors The American Registry, 2024-2025
- Healthcare Research All-Star Avant-Garde Health, 2024-2025
- New York Magazine: Top Doctors Castle Connolly, 2002-2025
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Clinical Trials
- Episealer® Knee System IDE Clinical Study Start of enrollment: 2020 Jun 18
Publications & Presentations
PubMed
- Total Knee Arthroplasty One- versus Two-Component Single-Stage Exchange for Periprosthetic Joint Infections: Medical Complications, Hospital Readmissions, and Failures.Kevin D Plancher, Siddhartha C Kalala, Jagger S Flessig, Karen K Briggs, Stephanie C Petterson
The Journal of Arthroplasty. 2025-09-11 - Health-Care Leadership and Orthopaedic Surgeons: Exploring the Value of an Advanced Degree.Dane H Salazar, Matthew DiCaprio, Jonathan Braman, Sahitya K Denduluri, Kevin D Plancher
The Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery. American Volume. 2025-09-04 - Inpatient Revision Total Knee Arthroplasty Has a Higher Risk of Early Complications: A Propensity Score-Matched Analysis with Outpatient Revision Total Knee Arthroplasty.Kevin D Plancher, Carlo M Mannina, Elias N Schwartz, Karen K Briggs, Stephanie C Petterson
The Journal of Arthroplasty. 2025-09-01
Journal Articles
- Single Intra-Articular Injection of Lightly Cross-Linked Hyaluronic Acid Reduces Knee Pain in Symptomatic Knee Osteoarthritis: A Multicenter, Double-Blind, Randomized,...Kevin Plancher, MD, Knee Surgery, Sports Traumatology, Arthroscopy
Press Mentions
- AAOS’s Change Initiative: The Amendola InterviewApril 7th, 2025
- Members Speak Out Against AAOS Proposed Bylaws ChangesMarch 14th, 2025
- Bruce W. Peters, DO, an Otolaryngologist with Ocean ENT OtolaryngologyDecember 20th, 2021
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