Cartilage is the smooth, slippery surface that lets your knee bend and move without friction. When it's damaged — from injury, wear, or a condition like osteochondritis dissecans — it can cause pain, swelling, and stiffness. Dr. Elguizaoui completed an international fellowship across Europe focused specifically on cartilage repair, bringing world-class techniques to your care.
Recovery depends on the technique used. Smaller repairs may have you back in 6-8 weeks; cartilage transplant procedures take 4-6 months but offer long-lasting results. Dr. Elguizaoui will match the right technique to your specific injury.
Cartilage repair has advanced tremendously. Dr. Elguizaoui's European fellowship training means you have access to techniques that are truly at the forefront of orthopedic medicine.
Dr. Sameh Elguizaoui is one of the leading knee cartilage repair specialists in New York City, with international fellowship training in Switzerland, the Netherlands, and Italy. From microfracture to cartilage transplantation (OATS, ACI), he offers the full spectrum of cartilage restoration at his Manhattan, Brooklyn, and Scarsdale offices for patients across the NYC metro area.
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