How did you get interested in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation? I first got into Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation when I was in medical school. I shadowed a physiatrist in South Florida, and I was just so impressed with the strategies he had to help people organize their rehab plans and treat their symptoms. I felt […]
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ONS is First in CT to Offer Robotic Total Knee Replacement with Rosa-OptimiZe Technology
Benefits of Robotic-Assisted Technology such as Rosa-OptimiZe “In joint replacement surgery, increasing precision is important to achieve consistent and excellent results,” said Dr. Choo, a fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon who specializes in hip and knee replacement. “This technology allows us to pre-operatively plan and execute in an accurate fashion, and consistently size and implant the knee replacement correctly.” A Commitment to Cutting-Edge Orthopedic Care ONS is dedicated to delivering top-quality […]
How ONS Made a Medal-Winning Return to Martial Arts Possible
The Injury As a serious student of jiu-jitsu and taekwondo, Derrelle was used to pushing his body to the limits. But one evening in May of 2025, he faced a new kind of test. Derrelle’s training partner put his left arm in a position to throw him, and the eccentric force of the ensuing move was so […]
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Five Misconceptions About Repetitive Strain Injuries
Repetitive strain injuries (RSIs) are among the most common conditions I treat as a hand and upper extremity surgeon. Carpal tunnel syndrome, trigger finger, tennis elbow, and other overuse conditions affect office workers, athletes, musicians, healthcare professionals, and active individuals of all ages. Despite how common these conditions are, they are frequently misunderstood. Misconceptions about what causes […]
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31 ONS Physicians Honored on the Castle Connolly 2026 Top Doctors and Rising Stars List
Orthopaedic & Neurosurgery Specialists (ONS) is proud to announce that 31 of our physicians have been recognized on this year’s Castle Connolly 2026 Top Doctors and Rising Stars list. These notable doctors are nominated by their peers and thoroughly validated by Castle Connolly’s research team to ensure that they deliver the highest quality patient care. […]
How ONS Got High School Teammates Back on the Field After ACL Tears
Rehabilitation for Jillian and Michaela went well, though missing out on the sports they loved was challenging. To stay focused on returning to the field, Jillian and Michaela leaned on each other, drawing on their shared experience. “Having Michaela and other people around you as a support system, it really helps you,” Jillian said. “We […]
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U.S. News & World Report Names The Stamford Ambulatory Surgical Center Among Inaugural Edition of Best Ambulatory Surgery Centers in Connecticut
Bouncing Back with ONS: A Young Gymnast’s Triumph After a Broken Arm
Managing a Chronic Neurological Condition with ONS Neurosurgeon
Physician Spotlight on Dr. Eliana Cardozo
How did you get interested in medicine and physical medicine/rehabilitation/sports medicine in particular? I have always had an interest in movement and exercise. My background in exercise physiology exposed me to the sports medicine world, and from there, I became passionate about keeping people as active as possible by helping diagnose and treat their musculoskeletal […]