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Dr. Andrew Sands, MD

Dr. Andrew Sands, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Andrew Sands, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in New York, NY and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from NEW YORK Medical College in 1985. He is affiliated with New York-Presbyterian Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

2.4 Star Rating
Based on 32 reviews 2.4 Star Rating (32 reviews)

Practice

170 William St New York, NY 10038
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(212) 312-5900

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Sands is affiliated with New York-Presbyterian Hospital New York, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Sands specializes in the area of Orthopedic Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Sands' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Sands

2.4

32 ratings, 12 with a written review
5 Star
31%
31%
4 Star
3%
3%
3 Star
0%
0%
2 Star
3%
3%
1 Star
63%
63%

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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
6 people found this helpful
Helpful
Sep 23, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Long wait times
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Rob – Jan 27, 2023
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
JM, Long Island, NY – Jun 23, 2022
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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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Angela – Jul 01, 2021
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What went well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Sep 07, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
7 people found this helpful
Helpful
JAy frishman – Jul 29, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Roni Kramer – Feb 14, 2020
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
9 people found this helpful
Helpful
colleen in NEW YORK, NY – Jul 07, 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
  • Long wait times
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Lisa Z in New York, NY – Jan 25, 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
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
B in NY – Jun 21, 2016
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
6 people found this helpful
Helpful
RK in New York, NY – May 27, 2016
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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
21 people found this helpful
Helpful
Fran Savastano in New York, NY – May 12, 2016
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biography

Dr. Sands is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. He is a member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and serves on its board of surgical subspecialties. Dr. Sands earned his Bachelor of Science degree from Rensselaer...read more

  • Orthopedic Surgery

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  • Saint Luke's Roosevelt Hospital

    Internship Hospital

  • Harborview Medical Center

    Fellowship Hospital, 1994

  • Lenox Hill Hospital

    Residency Hospital, 1990

  • New York Medical College

    Medical School, 1985
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
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Orthopedic Surgery
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Locations

Practice

New York Presbyterian Lower Manhattan Hospital170 William St New York, NY 10038
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St Vincent Catholic Medical Centers170 W 12th St New York, NY 10011
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • New York-Presbyterian Hospital

    525 E 68th St
    New York, NY 10065
    Recipient of 28
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

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

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

    76%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
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