With more Castle Connolly Top Doctors® than any orthopedic practice in New York, Orlin & Cohen is proud to be ranked #1 in New York and Top 5 nationally for orthopedic care by Castle Connolly.
Recognized by their peers as leaders in the field, our specialists are among the best in the country and set the standard for orthopedic excellence. Their experience and expertise can mean a better outcome for you.
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With more Castle Connolly Top Doctors® than any orthopedic practice in New York, Orlin & Cohen is proud to be ranked #1 in New York and Top 5 nationally for orthopedic care by Castle Connolly.
Vincent Ruggiero, M.D., is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon and fellowship-trained hand specialist treating a range of conditions. Dr. Ruggiero is the director of the hand center at Orlin & Cohen’s Staten Island location, where he leverages his more than two decades of specialized experience and expertise. Dr. Ruggiero employs a personalized approach to treatment, utilizing both operative and non-operative solutions tailored to each individual's needs.
Dr. Ruggiero obtained his medical degree while earning esteemed accolades such as the Richmond County Medical Society Scholarship Award and the American Heart Association Medical Student Fellowship. This was followed by a rigorous residency, where he distinguished himself as an administrative chief resident and received the Resident Teaching Award.
Dr. Ruggiero is passionate about training the next generation of orthopedic surgeons, as evidenced by his prolific research endeavors and commitment to education. He currently serves as a clinical instructor at SUNY Downstate and an instructor of hand and wrist surgery at Staten Island University Hospital. His professional excellence has garnered widespread recognition, with Castle Connolly honoring him as a Regional Top Doctor, alongside being named a Top Doctor in the NY metro area. Outside of medicine, Dr. Ruggiero enjoys golf, is an avid professional sports fan, and engages in weight training, reflecting his dedication to a well-rounded and active lifestyle.
