Dr. Chen is an Assistant Clinical Professor of Orthopedic Surgery at Mount Sinai Hospital and an Adjunct Assistant Professor of Orthopedic Surgery at NYU Grossman Long Island School of Medicine. He is the Chief of Orthopedic Spine Surgery at St. Charles Hospital.
Dr. Chen is a recognized leader in the field of spine surgery and often serves as faculty on courses to teach the newest surgical techniques.
He is consistently honored with the Castle Connolly Top Doctors Award, Patient’s Choice Award, Compassionate Doctor Award and is recognized in New York Magazine as a Best Doctor in New York Metro Area and in Newsday as a Top Doctor on Long Island.
Dr. Chen graduated summa cum laude and Phi Beta Kappa from Boston University. He received his medical degree from the Boston University School of Medicine where he was inducted into the Alpha Omega Alpha medical honor society.
He completed his residency in orthopedic surgery at the Mount Sinai Hospital in New York City followed by a fellowship in spine surgery under the tutelage of the world renowned Dr. James Kang, now Chairman of Orthopedic Surgery at Harvard Medical School.
Dr. Chen completed his fellowship training at University of Pittsburgh Medical Center where he learned the latest and most innovative procedures in spine surgery.
He is an active member of the North American Spine Society and American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and has authored several textbook chapters and articles in the field of spine surgery.
Dr. Chen specializes in the treatment of spinal disorders including herniated disc of the cervical and lumbar spine., degenerative disc diseases, spinal stenosis, spondylolisthesis, scoliosis, fractures and tumors. He has a particular interest in minimally invasive surgery, microsurgery, and motion preserving procedures of the cervical and lumbar spine. Dr. Chen and the Spine Team at Saint Charles Hospital have recently been featured in the MD News magazine.
Make an appointment at our Long Island Neurosurgery, Orthopedic Surgery, and Pain Management office.
At Elite Spine Specialists, our three highly skilled advanced practice providers deliver thorough evaluations, personalized guidance, and coordinate care seamlessly with our surgeons—ensuring every patient receives attentive, expert support from the moment they enter our clinic.
Danielle is an advanced practice provider at Elite Spine Specialists, specializing in patient evaluations, treatment planning, and ongoing spine care.
Angela brings extensive experience in spine health and patient management, serving as a key point of contact for evaluations and follow-ups.
Heather is committed to guiding patients through every stage of spine treatment, from initial assessment to recovery at Elite Spine Specialists.
“My mission is to provide spine care that is precise, evidence-based, and tailored to each patient’s condition.”
