Edward A Athanasian, MD

Orthopaedic Surgery

Edward A Athanasian is an Orthopaedic Surgery specialist based in New York, NY with over 38 years of clinical experience. Offers virtual telehealth visits.

(646) 227-3813New York, NY
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026

With over 38 years in orthopaedic surgery, Edward a Athanasian, MD is a long-established orthopedic surgeon in New York. Trained at Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons (class of 1988), he has been practicing for over 38 years. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis.

1 of 148 Orthopaedic Surgery providers in NYSee all Orthopaedic Surgery in New York38+ years experienceNPI since 2005

Older · 1882dNPPES updated 2021-03-29 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at New York State Board for Medicine

Contact & Location

Practice Location

1275 York Ave, New York, NY 10021-6007

Patient Condition Panel

What This Doctor Treats Most

Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for

Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages High Cholesterol, Hypertension, and Arthritis.

High Cholesterol
75%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

Hypertension
65%

High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke

Arthritis
58%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

Cancer
26%

Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts

Ischemic Heart Disease
25%

Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease

Osteoporosis
24%

Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults

Diabetes
20%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

Anxiety Disorders
20%

Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.

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Background & Specialty

Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.

Career Journey
  1. Graduated medical school · 1988

    Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons

  2. Board certified · Mar 28, 2021

    Self-reported via NPPES

  3. 38 years in practice

    Senior practitioner

Orthopaedic SurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

An orthopaedic surgeon is trained in the preservation, investigation and restoration of the form and function of the extremities, spine and associated structures by medical, surgical and physical means. An orthopaedic surgeon is involved with the care of patients whose musculoskeletal problems include congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances of the musculoskeletal system, deformities, injuries and degenerative diseases of the spine, hands, feet, knee, hip, shoulder and elbow in children and adults. An orthopaedic surgeon is also concerned with primary and secondary muscular problems and the effects of central or peripheral nervous system lesions of the musculoskeletal system.

Taxonomy: 207X00000X

Education & Training

Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons (Class of 1988)

Practice Footprint

Mailing address

633 3rd Ave Box 3, New York, NY 10017-6706

Differs from practice location

Virtual Orthopaedic Surgery Care With Edward a Athanasian

NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.

Schedule a virtual visit with Edward a Athanasian for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to New York required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Edward a Athanasian

Dr. Athanasian is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in New York, NY. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (646) 227-3813.

Verified across 3 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

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