Howard Luks, MD

Dr. Howard Luks, MD, is a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon specializing in sports medicine, arthroscopic surgery, and the treatment of complex shoulder, knee, and elbow conditions. He has extensive experience caring for patients with sports injuries, degenerative joint disorders, and ligament and cartilage injuries, with a focus on preserving joint function and helping patients return to an active lifestyle.

Dr. Luks has particular expertise in arthroscopic shoulder and knee surgery, anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction, rotator cuff repair, meniscus preservation and transplantation, knee reconstruction, and joint replacement surgery. He emphasizes individualized treatment plans, recommending conservative care whenever appropriate while utilizing advanced surgical techniques when surgery offers the best opportunity for long-term recovery.

He earned his Doctor of Medicine from New York Medical College before completing an internship and orthopaedic surgery residency at Long Island Jewish Medical Center. He then completed advanced fellowship training in sports medicine at NYU Langone Medical Center, where he refined his expertise in minimally invasive arthroscopic procedures and complex sports injury management.

Dr. Luks has been recognized for both his academic achievements and commitment to patient care. He is a member of the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society and received the Distinction for Outstanding Service Award from New York Medical College. He is also an active member of several professional organizations, including the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS), the Arthroscopy Association of North America (AANA), the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery (ABOS), the Westchester County Medical Society, and the Medical Society of the State of New York.