Business Details
32 Years
experience
Expert Orthopaedic Surgery for Hip & Knee Replacements
At Long Island Orthopaedic & Joint Replacement Services, we specialize in restoring mobility and alleviating pain through advanced orthopaedic care. Founded in 1994, our practice has established itself as a trusted leader in hip and knee replacement surgery, combining decades of clinical expertise with cutting-edge techniques. Our team, led by Dr. Frank R. DiMaio and Dr. Neil F. Watnik, brings extensive experience in minimally invasive procedures, including computerized patient-specific knee replacements and arthroscopic surgeries.We prioritize patient education, offering comprehensive pre-operative guidance and rehabilitation support to ensure optimal outcomes. Our physicians have held prestigious academic appointments, contributed to orthopaedic research, and earned recognition for innovation in joint replacement technology. With two convenient Long Island locations, we provide personalized care tailored to each patient's unique needs, emphasizing transparency, ethical practice, and long-term musculoskeletal health.
Services
Hip Replacement
Knee Replacement
Arthroscopic Surgery
Osteotomy Surgery
Joint Reconstruction
Sports Medicine
Fracture Treatment
Details
- Year established: 1994
Highlights and features
- We have over 30 years of combined experience in orthopaedic surgery.
- Our surgeons utilize state-of-the-art minimally invasive techniques.
- We provide comprehensive pre-operative education and rehabilitation support.
- Our team includes nationally recognized experts in joint replacement.
- We offer personalized treatment plans tailored to individual patient needs.
What people say
Successful outcomes
Personalized care
Expertise
Successful joint replacements
Services
Hip Replacement
Our hip replacement service specializes in both primary and revision surgeries using minimally invasive techniques. We address severe arthritis, fractures, and joint damage through customized implant solutions. Patients benefit from faster recovery times and improved mobility with our advanced surgical approaches.
Knee Replacement
We offer comprehensive knee replacement solutions including computer-assisted patient-specific technology. Our expertise covers partial and total knee replacements for osteoarthritis and traumatic injuries. The service emphasizes personalized implant selection and rehabilitation protocols for optimal outcomes.
Arthroscopic Surgery
This service provides diagnostic and therapeutic arthroscopic procedures for joint injuries and conditions. We treat cartilage damage, ligament tears, and sports-related injuries through small incisions. Patients experience reduced scarring and quicker recovery compared to traditional open surgery.
Osteotomy Surgery
Our osteotomy service addresses joint deformities through precise bone cutting and realignment techniques. This procedure helps delay joint replacement in younger patients. We focus on improving joint mechanics and distributing weight more evenly across the affected area.
Sports Medicine
This service specializes in treating sports-related injuries using arthroscopic and reconstructive techniques. We care for professional athletes and active individuals with ligament repairs and cartilage transplantation. The program includes injury prevention strategies and performance optimization for returning athletes.
People
Frank R. DiMaio
Orthopaedic Surgeon
Dr. DiMaio specializes in hip and knee replacements with 30+ years of clinical experience. He developed Zimmer's Gender-specific knee technology and serves on the Arthritis Foundation's Medical Committee. He holds an MBA in Healthcare Finance.
Neil F. Watnik
Orthopaedic Surgeon
Dr. Watnik focuses on sports medicine and arthroscopic surgery with subspecialty certification. He has treated professional athletes and received multiple teaching awards. He serves as Clinical Assistant Professor at Albert Einstein College of Medicine.
Questions
What joint replacement options are available?
We offer hip and knee replacements using traditional and computer-assisted techniques, including partial and total joint replacements.
Do you treat sports-related injuries?
Yes, our sports medicine specialists treat ligament tears, cartilage damage, and athletic injuries using arthroscopic techniques.
What minimally invasive options exist?
We provide arthroscopic surgery, computer-assisted replacements, and osteotomy procedures with faster recovery times than traditional methods.
How experienced are your surgeons?
Our surgeons have over 60 combined years of experience with specialized training in joint replacement and sports medicine fellowships.
What locations do you serve?
We operate from two Long Island locations in Garden City and East Hills, New York.
Reviews (4)
Maral Hamparian
Oct 31, 2021
Report
First and foremost Carmen at the front desk was amazingly helpful and got me in as I was in such a frenzy .Then Nikki and Dr.Loloi saw me and did everything needed to help my knee pain.May I add the young woman doing xray was also extremely helpful. Most wonderful and caring staff.
Jeannette Wood
Jan 13, 2020
Report
Had a total hip replacement 7/18/19. I am doing very well. I will be 74yrs. old, this year. I was able to go back to work, in 6 weeks. Dr. Lementowski, gave me back my mobility, and I guess you can say; my independence. Before the surgery, the pain was excruciating. Thank you, Dr Lementowski, for your kindness, caring, and professionalism.
Lise B.
Dec 27, 2019
Report
Dr Lemontowski ruined my life. 2 infections. On antibiotcs for the rest of my life. At only 57 i am more handicapped now 2+ years post op.
Agar
Jan 16, 2019
Report
Dr Peter Lementowski is very profesional and kind, When I say the doctor and all his staff made me feel that I was in safe hands and even made me smile when I left, then you can believe they are the best. I dont write to much but with this experience I need to.
