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Dr. William Long, MD

Dr. William Long, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
20+ years of experience

Dr. William Long, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in New York, NY and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Long has extensive experience in Hip & Pelvic Surgery and Knee & Lower Limb Surgery. He graduated from University of Western Ontario in 2000. He is affiliated with St. Francis Hospital & Heart Center. He is accepting new patients.

4.6 Star Rating
Based on 55 reviews 4.6 Star Rating (55 reviews)

Practice

535 E 70th St New York, NY 10021

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Dr. Long's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Long

4.6
55 ratings, 18 with a written review
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I had been a patient of Dr. Long for approximately 4-5 years. Eventually after having multiple gel shots, cortisone shots in my knees it was evident I had to have a total knee replacement. On August 26, 2019 I had surgery. Went for post of visits complaining of pain in same spot. Well from 8/26/19, forward I had pain in my knee. Covid hit I couldn’t see him until April 2020. I complain again of this pain that keeps me from sleeping. He pulls up an X-ray, from Nov, 2019. He says its perfect! I call him out on using the old x-ray. I start to question what else to do, he says to me, “your going to be one of those people”, I say what do you mean? He whips out his phone, says he has to take a call from wife and walks out the door! I call out your just leaving in the middle of my exam, your “blowing me off?” He walked away never to look back. On Oct.18, 2022 I had partial revision, found out one piece of the original surgery was put in incorrectly! I am pain free no thanks to him!
What went well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
13 others found this helpful
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Denise M. – Dec 30, 2022
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Amazing Surgeon
Dr. Long performed bilateral knee replacement surgery in 2020. He is caring, compassionate and communicates clearly and concisely. He explained what I needed to do and I so appreciated him. I felt confident and trusted him. My surgery was very successful and I am so happy I found him. I highly recommend him.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 others found this helpful
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Delores R. – Nov 23, 2022
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I had knee surgery by Dr. Long. He is an incredible surgeon and physician in all regards. He listened to all my concerns with such care and attention. The surgery he performed was beautiful. I would highly recommend him to anyone.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
6 others found this helpful
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susan starr – Jun 20, 2021
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Dr.Long is very good. I saw 7 surgeons before I chose him.! I did so much research and knew a lot about the different procedures to choose from for 100% acl replacement, 50% mcl tear , torn meniscus and even fractures. Most doctors are cookie cutter surgeons and you are just a number. He is polite, patient and totally understood my heightened fear of just any doctor operating on my precious crippled knee. (I was assaulted) He was Compassionate and positive with the entire process as I was quite depressed. But he really gave me hope and confidence. My knee is strong in 2021 and I had mine done in 2013. I was lucky to choose him.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
6 others found this helpful
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Vi- – Mar 22, 2021
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I've had both my right knee and right hip replaced by Dr Long on different occasions. He did a perfect job on all the surgeries. Within months I was fully recovered and doing whatever I wanted. He was always straight with what was going to occur and the results. I would highly recommend him for any TKA or THA. In fact when its time for my let side to be done..no question, I will be going to Dr. Long.
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 others found this helpful
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Feb 04, 2021
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I like Dr. Long very much. He explains this completely and doesn’t rush you through your appointment. I had meniscus surgery and he did a fantastic job!!!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
6 others found this helpful
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Christine – Jun 12, 2020
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Tremendous gifted surgeon.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
14 others found this helpful
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Barbara Hayes in Floral Park, NY – Jun 29, 2019
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I had knee replacement done by Dr long he was great! Dr long and his assistant Devorah made my experience very pleasant they answer all your questions and put you at ease I am going back to soy other knee I highly recommend Dr long
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
7 others found this helpful
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May 03, 2019
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I'm so pleased with both of my knee replacements. Dr. Long gave me excellent before and after care. Completely trusted him and his team. One surgery done 9/2018 second done 1/2019 and I walking up and down subway steps,buses and walking 20 city blocks without resting. I've lost 30 pounds so far and my range of motion is excellent. Physical therapy is the key and I have done everything I was told. Happy to have my life back. Thank you Dr. LONG and your team.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
11 others found this helpful
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Apr 24, 2019
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Extremely competent physician. Listened closely to my complaints and resolved my issues very competently. Highly recommended.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
15 others found this helpful
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NYC, NY – Jun 30, 2018
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The left hip replaced by Dr. Long failed within months. After nearly a year of crippling pain and expensive testing he said that he couldn’t determine what was wrong. Thank goodness other doctors could (gross loosening). . Had a revision done just a year-and-a-half later and am feeling much better.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
10 others found this helpful
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Jan 05, 2018
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Dr. Long not only is a gifted surgeon, but he is also compassionate and patient with a wonderful bedside manner. I originally came to Dr. Long's office with a knee that was basically shattered. Dr. Long took his time before performing surgery to make sure the fractures were healed. Within weeks of the operation, I was living a normal lifestyle. I highly recommend Dr. Long !
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
No results
14 others found this helpful
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Madeline in New York – Dec 27, 2017
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Dr. Long replaced my right hip in April 2017. I am 72. I walked out of the hospital the same day. I had no pain. I was walking distances within a week. I was driving 8 days after surgery. I went to PT regularly for several months. Within 5 months my leg and muscles were perfect.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
22 others found this helpful
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Betsy A. Salemson in Forest Hills, NY – Dec 10, 2017
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Dr. Long has treated my whole family. My dad had his second knee replaced at 94 by Dr. Long. Perfect. My wife is having her second hip replacement. First was done by Dr. Long. Perfect. No doubt the second will be any different. My daughter in law had knee surgery and took part in a Tough Mudder one week later. I had torn cartilage. Walked out of the hospital. Perfect. His knowledge, skill, and bedside manner are second to none. Knee or hip issue, see him.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
19 others found this helpful
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Mr. James M. Gross in Long Island, NY – Aug 24, 2017
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I had a full knee replacement 1yr ago. The joint is working great. Other then developing a bakers cyst behind the surgical knee all went well. Dr Long has a great bed side manner. When my next knee is ready I will definitely be seeing him. I would recommend him to anyone that knees a knee replacement.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
12 others found this helpful
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Bellmore, NY – Jun 01, 2017
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Dr. Long has been treating me for several years now, for complicated joint issues. He listens, he is thoughtful, he is smart and kind, and always tuned in to what the patient really wants, and needs. He replaced one of my hips and all is well -- it was a bit complex -- EDS, aggressive RA, fibromyalgia are at work in my condition, plus a history of early dance, acrobatics, sports and gymnastics -- lots of injuries. I recommend him highly.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
13 others found this helpful
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RAH in Brooklyn, NY – Mar 15, 2017
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A really caring professional with a excellent team of assistants.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
19 others found this helpful
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Carole Schaefer in Queens, NY – Jul 07, 2016
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Dr. Long performed my total knee replacement earlier this year. I was walking in rehab 2 days later. I am going to have another (my 9th) surgery in early 2016; arthroscopic Medial Patellofemoral Ligament surgery. I am quite happy with Dr. Long - and that I don't have to get another knee replacement in 10 years on my other knee. He is the best! He listens to my concerns and questions and gives me answers that are viable and real. I wouldn't see any other Doctor than Dr. Long.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
31 others found this helpful
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Julie Jackson in Kew Gardens, NY – Dec 21, 2015
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About Me

biography

William J. Long, MD, FRCSC is a board certified specialist in hip and knee reconstruction. Following residency he completed two fellowships: the first in primary and revision joint replacement of the hip and knee at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester,...read more
  • Orthopedic Surgery

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  • Mayo Clinic Lower Extremity Reconstruction

    Fellowship Hospital, 2006
  • Queen's University

    Residency Hospital, 2005
  • Queen's Universtiy

    Internship Hospital, 2001
  • University Of Western Ontario

    Medical School, 2000
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
Orthopedic Surgery
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  • International Congress for Joint Reconstruction, Member

  • English

  • French

  • Spanish

  • Knee Society Insall Travelling Fellowship Award, 2011

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Locations

Practice

Hospital for Special Surgery535 E 70th St New York, NY 10021
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • St. Francis Hospital & Heart Center

    100 Port Washington Blvd
    Roslyn, NY 11576
    Recipient of 11
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

    84%
    Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

    19% higher than the national average

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