Dr. Riley Williams, MD

Orthopedic Surgery•Male•Age 57

Orthopedic Surgery

Dr. Riley Williams, MD is an orthopedic surgery specialist in New York, NY and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Stanford University School of Medicine in 1992. He is affiliated with medical facilities Hospital For Special Surgery and New York Presbyterian Hospital. His office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments.

Dr. Riley Williams, MD

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525 E 71st St New York, NY 10021
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Dr. Williams' Top Procedures and Conditions

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Knee Arthroscopy
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Treatment Frequency

Dr. Williams performs Knee Arthroscopy more than 100% of his peers

Dr. Williams performs this procedure more than 100% of his peers

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  • Arthroscopic Knee Shaving
ACL Surgery
very high
very high

Treatment Frequency

Dr. Williams performs ACL Surgery more than 100% of his peers

Dr. Williams performs this procedure more than 100% of his peers

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Knee Sprain
very high
very high

Treatment Frequency

Dr. Williams treats Knee Sprain more than 98% of his peers

Dr. Williams treats this condition more than 98% of his peers

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Dr. Williams' conditions and procedures:

  • Knee Arthroscopy
  • ACL Surgery
  • Knee Sprain
  • AC Joint Injury
  • Achilles Tendinitis
  • Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
  • Ankle Fracture
  • Ankle Sprain and Achilles Tendon Sprain or Rupture
  • Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Injuries
  • Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) or Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Tear
  • Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Tear
  • Arthritis
  • Arthritis of the Elbow
  • Avascular Necrosis
  • Baker’s Cyst
  • Bone Disorders
  • Brachial Plexus Palsy
  • Bursitis
  • Cartilage Damage
  • Cartilage Degeneration
  • Cartilage Disorders
  • Cervical Radiculopathy
  • Cervical Spine Myelopathy
  • Chondromalacia
  • Clavicle Fracture
  • Coccygeal Pain
  • Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)
  • Complications of Joint Prosthesis
  • Difficulty With Walking
  • Elbow Bursitis
  • Elbow Disorders
  • Elbow Injuries
  • Elbow Osteophyte
  • Elbow Sprain
  • Enthesopathy of Knee (incl. Bursitis of Knee)
  • Femur Fracture
  • Foot Sprain
  • Ganglion Cyst
  • Genu Varum
  • Glenoid Labrum Tear
  • Hand Conditions
  • Herniated Disc
  • Hip Impingement
  • Hip Tendinitis
  • Humerus Fracture
  • Internal Derangement of Knee
  • Joint Pain
  • Juvenile Chronic Arthritis
  • Knee Dislocation
  • Knee Disorders
  • Knee Injuries
  • Knee Ligament Tears
  • Knee Pain
  • Knee Tendinitis
  • Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
  • Lateral Collateral Ligament (LCL) Sprain
  • Lateral Epicondylitis
  • Low Back Pain
  • Lumbar Radiculopathy
  • Medial Collateral Ligament (MCL) Sprain
  • Medial Epicondylitis
  • Meniscus Tear
  • Miner's Knee
  • Muscular Dystrophy (MD)
  • Neck Muscle Strain
  • Neck Strain (incl. Whiplash Injury)
  • Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
  • Non-Traumatic Rupture of Achilles Tendon
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Osteoarthritis of Knee
  • Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
  • Osteochondritis Dissecans
  • Osteosarcoma
  • Patellar Chondromalacia
  • Patellar Dislocation
  • Patellar Tendonitis
  • Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
  • Piriformis Syndrome
  • Plantar Fasciitis
  • Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Injuries
  • Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Tear
  • Repeated Shoulder Dislocation
  • Rheumatoid Arthritis of Shoulder
  • Rotator Cuff Injuries
  • Rotator Cuff Tear
  • Rotator Cuff Tendinosis
  • Rupture of Achilles Tendon
  • Sciatica
  • Sciatica (Not Due to Disc Displacement)
  • Seropositive Rheumatoid Arthritis
  • Shoulder Dislocation
  • Shoulder Disorders
  • Shoulder Fracture
  • Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
  • Shoulder Instability
  • Shoulder Osteophyte
  • Shoulder Pain
  • Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
  • Snapping Hip
  • Spinal Stenosis
  • Sports Injuries
  • Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
  • Tendonitis
  • Tennis Elbow (Lateral Epicondylitis)
  • Tenosynovitis
  • Tibia or Fibula Stress Fracture
  • Tibial Fracture
  • Wrist Sprain or Strain
  • Achilles Tendon Rupture Repair
  • All Shoulder or Elbow Replacement Procedures
  • Arm Surgery
  • Arthrocentesis
  • Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair
  • Arthroscopic Shoulder Surgery
  • Arthroscopic Surgery
  • Biceps Tendon Repair
  • Elbow Arthroscopy
  • Elbow Tenotomy
  • Excision of Femur or Knee
  • Excision of Humerus
  • Excision of Scapula, Clavicle, Rib, or Sternum
  • Excision of Tibia or Fibula
  • Glenoid Labrum Repair
  • Knee and Leg Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
  • Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Open
  • Knee Cartilage Treatment
  • Knee Ligament Reconstruction
  • Knee Osteotomy
  • Knee Replacement
  • Knee Surgery
  • Lateral Retinaculum Patella Release
  • Ligament Reconstruction
  • Meniscus Surgery
  • Meniscus Transplantation
  • Menisectomy
  • Musculoskeletal Function Test
  • Neuroplasty
  • Partial Knee Replacement
  • Partial Shoulder Replacement
  • Patellar Tendon Repair
  • Platelet-Rich Plasma Injection (PRP)
  • Quadriceps Tendon Repair
  • Reverse Total Shoulder and Total Shoulder Replacement
  • Rotator Cuff Surgery
  • Shoulder Arthroscopy
  • Shoulder Dislocation Surgery
  • Shoulder Dislocation Treatment
  • Shoulder Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
  • Shoulder Replacement
  • Spinal Nerve Block
  • Stem Cell Therapy
  • Steroid Injection
  • Tommy John Surgery
  • Total Knee Arthroplasty with Robotic Assist
  • Trigger Finger Release
  • Trigger Point Injection
  • Ulnar Nerve Transposition
  • Viscosupplementation With Hyaluronate

Dr. Williams' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Williams

3.3

Based on 43 ratings

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Outstanding Orthopedic Doctor
Dr. Riley Williams is a AMAZING DOCTOR. He performed surgery on both my shoulders with no issues and He has a great bedside manner. Excellent Doctor and Highly Recommended. I wouldn’t go to any other orthopedic doctor without consulting with him first.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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George Mattas – Nov 22, 2022
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After seeing several surgeons who said it was impossible to combine torn labrum surgery with an esteemed bad collarbone break , I saw Dr. Williams who not only did it, but did it well.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Tracy M Blake – Dec 10, 2021
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Outstanding service and people. Polite, empathetic, upbeat. Top notch surgeon who listens and give you various options for treatment depending on your desired outcome. Awesome facility.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Robert English – Nov 16, 2021
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A fantastic experience for shoulder arthroscopy at the Hospital for Special surgery ambulatory care center! Dr Riley Williams is an amazing surgeon! Both highly skilled and compassionate and attentive to my needs to return back to work and full function. His staff is amazing! So professional and conscientious! a well-oiled machine!!! The outpatient surgery center is immaculate and the nurses are excellent! Every part of this experience was great from the front desk staff to the surgical center staff and all of the support staff in the process including his surgical coordinator, Jessica who is so patient and organized and his surgical nurse Liliana who responded to all of my needs. No need to look further this surgeon is the best!! Thank you for giving my function back! I am grateful!
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Lisa Lange – Oct 03, 2021
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There is no better surgeon that Dr Williams. After 4 knee surgeries and 2 shoulder surgeries , at 62 I'm still able to play basketball and kickbox. Its all because of Riley Williams and his team at HSS . His bedside manner is 2nd to none. I am eternally grateful for being able to stay in the game after multiple injuries. Thanks doc amd Co.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Frank Rothman – Aug 30, 2021
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Dr. Williams is the BEST doctor/surgeon/specialist! I went to him with a shoulder condition that would not heal. He truly listened to me, throughly examined me, and gave me 2 possible choices on how to treat my condition. He is personable, thoughtful, and informative. I was well taken care of by his staff and the staff at Hospital for Special Surgery Westside. All of my questions were answered, they took care of my paperwork, and checked in on my to see how I was progressing. I can't recommend Dr. Williams and his staff enough. In the future is I have any shoulder, elbow or knee issues, he will be my first call.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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A. Mitchell – Aug 27, 2021
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I really do not like to write negative reviews but I don't want anyone to make the same mistake I did. I had knee surgery (ACL reconstruction) and it failed. All my follow up visits were about 5 minutes long and he'd start walking toward the door at every follow up appt so that I wouldnt be able to ask him all my questions. He is completely dismissive of your concerns, questions, etc. I called so many times and the response was "stop worrying". I am so depressed about my failed surgery and so angry at myself that I picked him to do my surgery. I feel like I've lost time from my injury..the surgery...to recovery. I know he is well known but please, I dont want anyone to go through what I just did and I am a pretty level headed person. This experience was SO awful. You do NOT want to go to him. Please save yourself that money and agony. I guarantee you that you will not be happy.
What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Jun 02, 2021
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Riley Williams-placing my trust in you was the biggest regret of my entire life. You grossly minimized the risk and complexity of your recommended procedure, selling a minimally invasive procedure for a small partial thickness defect of my knee. What I received was a graft three times the size discussed. In addition you removed medial meniscus that I I begged you prior to surgery not to touch. You acted with full discretion, which you DID NOT HAVE! As a result of your overly aggressive procedure, and unauthorized removal of meniscus, my knee is exceedingly worse. Now I am a prime candidate for a total knee replacement, which I was nowhere near prior to meeting you. The treatment that I received and the way you sold the procedure was reckless and immoral. Clearly you've demonstrated you were more interested in a larger payday than in my outcome. A Disalvo
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
29 people found this helpful
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May 04, 2020
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I almost NEVER leave reviews. Ever. However, I feel compelled to express how happy we are with Dr. Williams and his staff. Dr. Williams recently performed surgery on my 17-year-old son's left shoulder. From first eval to post-op follow-up, the entire process has been terrific. Dr. Williams is a real professional, an expert in his field. He is super knowledgeable, kind, and to-the-point. His medical and office staff, too, are professional, responsive and well organized. Really--You're in excellent hands at HSS. Great surgeon. Great staff.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Sarachman Family – Apr 01, 2020
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The front desk was efficient and friendly. Dr. Williams was patient and thorough. He addressed all of my concerns and didn’t mind me asking questions about my injury. He had performed shoulder surgery on two of my friends with successful results. When I was diagnosed with a torn rotator cuff, they suggested that I see Dr. Williams to have him evaluate my injury. I found him to be pleasant but direct. I have a follow up appointment in six weeks. I’m very happy I went to see him.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Jeff Z – Jan 31, 2020
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Dr Williams did my third shoulder surgery. Light years better than my first two
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Feb 11, 2019
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Good Dr with bad bedside manner. Staff is very rude especially his office manager, Karen. Before your surgery they may be very accommodating but if after your surgery you encounter a problem things will change for the worst. Would never recommend this Dr. So many other Drs that are just as good and even better.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
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Feb 06, 2019
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I had nothing but positive experiences with Dr. Williams and his staff. I was fit in for an appointment within a week and surgery scheduled for not even a week later for ACL Reconstruction. Dr. Williams was extremely professional, answered all of my questions, and his staff did the same. Exactly what I would want out of a surgeon.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Sam in New York, NY – Nov 16, 2018
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I called to get an appt for my husband who needed knee replacement surgery. Dr. Williams was rec'd to me by Dr. Bryan Kelly's office.Dr. Williams required that I send test results before we could get an appt. I sent MRI and x-ray reports. My husband saw him last week. He required another set of x-rays. When they finally sat down, Dr. Williams said,"I don't do knee surgery anymore. (a lie) Here are the cards of 3 doctors I recommend." Hundreds of $'s charged to insurance! Liar, scammer and fraud!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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none – Oct 13, 2018
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Part 1: I don’t even know where to start. I rue the day that I met Dr. Williams. He ruined my life. When I came to him, I had already had 3 knee surgeries and told him that I wanted a knee replacement. He denied it immediately saying I was too young. Instead he wanted to the bio uni oats procedure which is what he’s most popular for. He made the surgery seem like no big deal and told me I would be back doing things within 3 weeks… how misled I was. He was so unbelievably cocky and arrogant.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
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New York – Feb 19, 2018
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Staff are ignorrant and rude cant even get to see doctor hug up on 10 x
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
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rca – Feb 14, 2018
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I have had 2 procedures by Dr. Williams. Both times I recovered quickly and was back to training within weeks. I'm writing this review because I want to also acknowledge his staff. It is Sunday night and I just received a call back within minutes of leaving a message. Karen from Dr. William's office called, alleviated my stress, and scheduled an appointment immediately. This is nothing less than exceptional service. and care. Great team!
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Jacqueline Wolfson in New York, NY – Nov 27, 2017
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The office staff is horrible! Before even making the appointment the billing manager was extremely rude to my wife. We were told that she will decide if I’m even worth his time to see! I don not know how someone could even employ such a person with such bad manners on the phone and who lacks in the ability to speak to a human being! The last time I was I have canceled my surgery with Williams simply because of his staff and will be inquiring about my options with another surgeon within HSS.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
7 people found this helpful
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Basking Ridge , NJ – Oct 17, 2017
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I had a surgery with Dr. Williams. My experience with him and his staff was very bad. He was not professional with his communication or care. His staff was also so disorganized and unprofessional that I'm surprised they are working in medicine. Although my surgery failed, I would say the same thing if it had been successful. If you want a good experience I would steer clear of this doctor and staff.....likely outcome is not good.
What went well
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What could be improved
No results
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New York – Sep 29, 2017
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Incredibly arrogant Dr. Office team of receptionists are RUDE as can be. I Called 6x over a month to schedule cortisone shot, secretary was nasty and hung up on me after I expressed my displeasure with this process. AWFUL staff. RUDE as can be. Scheduled my shot and 3 days after the injection received certified letter that Dr. Williams dropped me as a patient. With so many great doctors in NYC you be crazy to deal with this level of service. His office staff worst ever encountered!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
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New York, NY – Jul 07, 2017
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Care Philosophy

Dr. Williams' overall focus is a return to an active lifestyle or sport following joint injuries. As such, in addition to surgery, Dr. Williams puts a...Read more

Biography

Dr. Williams is an Orthopedic Surgeon specializing in the treatment of knee, shoulder and elbow conditions. He is an Attending Surgeon and Professor of...Read more

Specialties

  • Orthopedic Surgery
  • Sports Medicine
  • Orthopedic Shoulder & Elbow Surgery

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Yale Univ

Undergraduate School

Hospital For Spl Surgery

Fellowship Hospital, 1998

Huntington Meml Hospital

Internship Hospital, 1993

Huntington Memorial Hospital

Internship Hospital, 1993

Stanford University School of Medicine

Medical School, 1992

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