Our practice consists of two highly qualified and trained orthopedic surgeons. Dr. Ira Chernoff and Dr. Marc Chernoff are both fellowship trained in the specialty of spine surgery. These two brothers have many hospital affiliations as well as several offices in order to serve the Long Island and Manhattan areas.
Dr. Ira Chernoff graduated with his medical degree in 1982 from State University of New York - Downstate Medical School, New York, New York. He then completed his residency in 1987 at University Hospital at Stony Brook, Long Island, New York.
Dr. Ira Chernoff graduated with his medical degree in 1982 from State University of New York - Downstate Medical School, New York, New York. He then completed his residency in 1987 at University Hospital at Stony Brook, Long Island, New York.
Services
New York Orthopaedic Spinal Associates' mission is to provide personalized, high-quality spine care. We have created a practice that we believe in and choose for our own family members. Our Spine Surgeons perform Spinal Surgery on the neck and lower back. Ira and Marc Chernoff have been working together for over 16 years in private practice.
Dr. Ira Chernoff obtained his BS degree from Long Island University- C.W. Post where he graduated Summa Cum Laude. He received his MD degree from the State University of NY at Downstate. He completed his residency in Orthopaedic Surgery at SUNY Stony Brook serving as chief resident in 1987. He went on to complete his Spine fellowship at the Hospital for Special Surgery.
Anterior cervical discectomy and fusion is a combined surgical procedure to decompress spinal nerves and stabilize the cervical spine. This surgery is performed to relieve pain, numbness and weakness in the neck and upper back and to provide stability in this portion of the spine. As the name indicates, this procedure is performed through an incision at the front, or anterior, of one side of the neck. With this surgical approach, the disc can be accessed without disturbing the spinal cord, the neck muscles and uninvolved spinal nerves.
Posterior lumbar fusion, also known as arthrodesis, is a surgical procedure performed to join two or more of the lumbar vertebrae (the small bones of the lower back) into one solid bone. This operation is designed to stop mechanical pain, the pain associated with the movement of the affected bones that results in inflammation of the discs and joints.
Reviews (9)
Raquel Alvarez
May 11, 2021
I can't say enough about Dr Chernoff and his staff, they are all the most competent and caring health care professionals I have seen in a while. I have recently had spinal fusion surgery with Dr. Chernoff And I am finally with less pain after an injury in 2006 I can sleep through the night and my feet finally or pain-free I am thankful and very grateful for this doctor
Frederick Seifried
Mar 23, 2021
A friend referred me to Dr. Ira Chernoff. My initial exam was on April 16, 2021. Dr. Chernoff recommended a laminectomy and decompression at both levels. He took the time to completely explain the process to me along with risks and complications that can happen. The surgery was performed on May 4, 2021 at St. Charles Hospital in Port Jefferson. Today is May 17, 2021 and I have no numbness or pain in my legs and feet.
Thanks to Dr. Ira Chernoff, my life is better today than it was on May 3, 2021. I can walk and stand pain free. Dr. Chernoff is a dedicated, compassionate doctor who truly cares about his patients. I would highly recommend him to my family and friends who need back surgery. In addition to Dr. Ira Chernoff, I would also like to thank Cecilia Capozzoli PA-C and Anne McGrath ANP.
Not only did I see Cecilia in the office prior to surgery, but also in the operating room as well. It was good to see another familiar face in the OR. Both are dedicated professionals who are caring and friendly. Finally, the office staff are wonderful. They are all friendly and helpful on the phone and in person.
Thanks to Dr. Ira Chernoff, my life is better today than it was on May 3, 2021. I can walk and stand pain free. Dr. Chernoff is a dedicated, compassionate doctor who truly cares about his patients. I would highly recommend him to my family and friends who need back surgery. In addition to Dr. Ira Chernoff, I would also like to thank Cecilia Capozzoli PA-C and Anne McGrath ANP.
Not only did I see Cecilia in the office prior to surgery, but also in the operating room as well. It was good to see another familiar face in the OR. Both are dedicated professionals who are caring and friendly. Finally, the office staff are wonderful. They are all friendly and helpful on the phone and in person.
Doris Sabella
Jun 14, 2020
Chris Retzlaff
Feb 29, 2020
I seen Doctor Chernoff for a second opinion, after I was told that I would need spinal fusion, for my current condition, as I was suffering from pain in my lower leg/ankle area. Prior to meeting with Dr. Chernoff, I tried six weeks of physical therapy, epidural injections, and prescribed rest, all with no success. I reached out to Doctor Chernoff after leaving a doctor appointment as previously mentioned, wherein I was told that I would need spinal Fusion.
Doctor Chernoff's staff was able to see me two days later, and the rest is history as they say. For myself, it was the smartest decision that I have made, as Doctor Chernoff and his staff worked with me for nearly three hours, setting up an new MRI (to get a better picture) in the next building over, having me return with the results, extensive X-rays in his office, all to get to the bottom of what has been plaguing me for over three months.
After reviewing the new data, Dr. Chernoff had a more conservative approach, as he explained to me that fusion alone would probably not cure my symptoms, suggesting a Lumbar Laminectomy, thus to relieve pressure from my spinal cord, which presented itself as pain in my lower leg. Spinal Fusion was also a slim possibility, as Doctor Chernoff would only commit to the Spinal Fusion after he opened me up and felt around, instead of basing on just an MRI alone.
Doctor Chernoff stayed the course, after meeting with me the day before the surgery, and the day of, he answered all my questions and would not waver, he would not commit to Spinal Fusion unless it was needed. After my surgery, I was stunned to learn that Doctor Chernoff decided to fuse my spine in addition to performing the Lumbar Laminectomy, he was just so against it (Spinal Fusion), but he determined that I needed it.
As a patient, what more could I or anyone ask for, a conservative honest approach. Less than three weeks removed from surgery, I am on the mend, no leg pain whatsoever, and the symptoms from the Spinal Fusion are getting better each day. I could not be more grateful to Doctor Ira Chernoff, Doctor Marc Chernoff, and the their entire staff for helping me.
Doctor Chernoff's staff was able to see me two days later, and the rest is history as they say. For myself, it was the smartest decision that I have made, as Doctor Chernoff and his staff worked with me for nearly three hours, setting up an new MRI (to get a better picture) in the next building over, having me return with the results, extensive X-rays in his office, all to get to the bottom of what has been plaguing me for over three months.
After reviewing the new data, Dr. Chernoff had a more conservative approach, as he explained to me that fusion alone would probably not cure my symptoms, suggesting a Lumbar Laminectomy, thus to relieve pressure from my spinal cord, which presented itself as pain in my lower leg. Spinal Fusion was also a slim possibility, as Doctor Chernoff would only commit to the Spinal Fusion after he opened me up and felt around, instead of basing on just an MRI alone.
Doctor Chernoff stayed the course, after meeting with me the day before the surgery, and the day of, he answered all my questions and would not waver, he would not commit to Spinal Fusion unless it was needed. After my surgery, I was stunned to learn that Doctor Chernoff decided to fuse my spine in addition to performing the Lumbar Laminectomy, he was just so against it (Spinal Fusion), but he determined that I needed it.
As a patient, what more could I or anyone ask for, a conservative honest approach. Less than three weeks removed from surgery, I am on the mend, no leg pain whatsoever, and the symptoms from the Spinal Fusion are getting better each day. I could not be more grateful to Doctor Ira Chernoff, Doctor Marc Chernoff, and the their entire staff for helping me.
Diane Comito
Jan 14, 2020
I went to Dr. Ira Chernoff for a second opinion after seeing a neurosurgeon. Wonderful experience from start to finish! Physicians and staff professional and caring. Most complete orthopedic examination and consult I ever had. Answered all questions and then some! Highly recommended. Thank you Dr. Chernoff!
Elaine Szczepanski
Nov 21, 2019
Irina Karapici
Apr 08, 2019
I had a problem with herniated disc and came to see Dr Ira Chernoff and was very disappointed. Before even looking at my MRI results his assistant told me that I will most likely need a surgery. During my second visit the doctor kept "suggesting" surgery and the next morning someone from his office called me and booked me for the surgery although I told them that i need some time to think about it.
Doctor advised that physical therapy might aggravate it. I did my own research and found out that the majority of herniated discs do not require surgery. Needless to say I never came back to see the doctor again.
Doctor advised that physical therapy might aggravate it. I did my own research and found out that the majority of herniated discs do not require surgery. Needless to say I never came back to see the doctor again.
Amy Reiss
Dec 04, 2018
Diane Dinnigan
May 20, 2016
