Julian J. Sonnenfeld, M.D.
"By utilizing my specialized training and advanced technical skills, I am dedicated to treating my patients injuries and discussing all potential treatment options available. "
About Dr. Sonnenfeld
Dr. Sonnenfeld is a fellowship-trained, board-certified orthopedic sports medicine, shoulder and elbow surgeon specializing in arthroscopic and open surgery in adult and pediatric patients. Dr. Sonnenfeld is a former athlete who competed at the national level in baseball. He completed his residency training at Columbia University Medical Center, where he was awarded the Ira Wolfe Award for Excellence in Sports Medicine Research. Following residency, Dr. Sonnenfeld completed a fellowship in sports medicine, shoulder and elbow surgery at OrthoCarolina in Charlotte, NC. While there, he served as a team physician for the NFL’s Carolina Panthers, MiLB Charlotte Knights and Davidson College.
Read MoreHospital Affiliations
- Long Island Jewish Valley Stream, Valley Stream, NY
- Syosset Hospital, Syosset, NY
- Plainview Hospital, Plainview, NY
Surgery Center Affiliations
- Lynbrook Surgery Center, Lynbrook, NY
- Syosset SurgiCenter, Syosset, NY
Professional Affiliations
- American Medical Association (AMA)
- American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons (AAOS)
- Arthroscopy Association of North America (AANA)
- International Society of Arthroscopy, Knee Surgery and Orthopedic Sports Medicine (ISAKOS)
- Society of the American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons (ASES)
- American Orthopedic Society for Sports Medicine (AOSSM)
- Association of Ringside Physicians (ARP)
- New York State Athletic Commission (NYSAC)
Licensures & Certifications
- New York State Medical License
- North Carolina Medical License
Medical Education
- M.D., Tufts University School of Medicine, Boston, MA, 2015
Internships
- Columbia University Irving Medical Center, New York, NY, 2016
Residency
- Orthopedic Surgery, Columbia University Irving Medical Center, New York, NY, 2020
Fellowships
- Sports Medicine and Shoulder/Elbow Surgery, OrthoCarolina, Charlotte, NC, 2021
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Joann Capossela
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Rotator Cuff Repair
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ACL & Meniscus repair
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Total Shoulder Replacement
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Knee Surgery
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Elbow Surgery
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Shoulder Injury
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Quadriceps Tendon Repair
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Quadriceps Tendon Repair
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ACL Reconstruction
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Rotator Cuff Repair
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Knee Surgery
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Rotar Cuff Surgery
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