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Dr. Douglas Unis, MD

Dr. Douglas Unis, MD

Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgery*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Douglas Unis, MD is a reconstructive orthopedic surgeon in New York, NY and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine in 1998. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Mount Sinai Morningside and Mount Sinai West. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.3 Star Rating
Based on 112 reviews 4.3 Star Rating (112 reviews)

At a Glance

  • Area of ExpertiseDr. Unis specializes in the area of Orthopedic Surgery. See board certifications
  • Easy SchedulingPatients said scheduling was easy. See reviews
  • Offers TelehealthThis doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top HospitalPatient Safety Excellence Award™ See hospitals

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Dr. Unis' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Unis

4.3

112 ratings, 11 with a written review
5 Star
72%
72%
4 Star
11%
11%
3 Star
3%
3%
2 Star
2%
2%
1 Star
13%
13%

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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
10 people found this helpful
Helpful
CYNTHIA WATSON – Sep 13, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
7 people found this helpful
Helpful
Gabriella – Aug 26, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
7 people found this helpful
Helpful
Robin – Jun 26, 2022
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Jan 27, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
JB – Dec 06, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
8 people found this helpful
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Aug 05, 2019
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
7 people found this helpful
Helpful
Joan Petrone in Scarsdale, NY – Jul 08, 2018
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
12 people found this helpful
Helpful
Feb 28, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
11 people found this helpful
Helpful
Patricia in New York, ny – Mar 24, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
10 people found this helpful
Helpful
Tamara in Hartsdale, NY – Mar 01, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
14 people found this helpful
Helpful
Barb Y in Sullivan County, NY – Oct 02, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

If you have an orthopaedic condition and wish to be advised on the most appropriate treatment, please call for an appointment.

biography

Dr. Unis has extensive experience in muscle sparing, minimally invasive anterior hip replacement, being one of the first in New York City for perform the procedure in 2006. He teaches the technique to surgeons nationally. Dr. Unis also actively...read more
  • Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgery

  • Orthopedics

  • Orthopedic Surgery

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  • Rush University

    Fellowship Hospital, 2003
  • Northwestern Memorial Hospital

    Residency Hospital, 1999
  • Case Western Reserve University School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1998
  • Northwestern Memorial Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1998
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
Orthopedic Surgery
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Mount Sinai Morningside

    1111 Amsterdam Ave
    New York, NY 10025
    Recipient of 24
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    79%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% lower than the national average

    72%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    4% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Mount Sinai West

    1000 10th Ave
    New York, NY 10019
    Recipient of 14
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards
  • Mount Sinai Hospital

    1 Gustave L Levy Pl
    New York, NY 10029
    Recipient of 27
    hospital awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    76%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
    View all patient feedback
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