Northwell Health Physician Partners Orthopaedic Institute at Purchase

Reviews

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  Hande Altunay

  Mar 24, 2026
  1.0
  Not coming back. I waited one hour to see the doctor. The doc said there were patients that needed more time. But the doc rushed my appointment not answering thoroughly and making fun of my question. Front desk was not friendly and they never indicated the wait was going to be an hour to see the doctor. I asked front desk for an estimated wait time whether it was 10 or 20 minutes so that I could plan my next appointment. Front desk said 10 minutes which ended up being an hour.
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  Sharon Moseson

  Mar 31, 2021
  5.0
  Dr Nelson has been my doctor for many years, when I've needed orthopedic care. He and Dr Cristofaro, who had seen me once or twice, are outstanding.
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  Deirdre F

  Feb 26, 2019
  5.0
  My daughter broke her elbow and I was able to make an appointment very quickly. We arrived at the office and the ladies were so kind and very professional. We were seen within minutes of our arrival. Dr. Nelson was very professional and was so patient with my four year old daughter and spoke to her very calmly while casting her arm. While he was doing so, he gave me instructions regarding bathing, medicine for the pain etc. He was quick, professional and knew how to speak to my little girl to keep her calm. When we went back a month later to have her cast removed, we were almost two hours late for our appointment due to an accident on the highway. The staff were so helpful and reassuring and were once again so kind and patient to my daughter. Dr. Nelson removed her cast quickly and once again gave me instructions. I loved how quick he was because my daughter was frightened being at the doctor and Dr. Nelson knew how to handle the situation. He didn't need to linger because he is a professional with years of experience and knew exactly what needed to be done. I highly recommend Dr. Nelson and will definitely go back to him if I am ever in need of a pediatric orthopedist again.
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  Samantha Linhardt

  Dec 18, 2017
  5.0
  Great office staff Dr Cristofaro is very knowledge. My whole family sees him. Highly recommend