Jack Choueka, MD

Adult and Pediatric Upper Extremity Surgeon

Chair, Department of Orthopedic Surgery & Musculoskeletal Services

Director, Orthopedic Surgery Residency Program

 

Biography

An award-winning hand surgeon, Dr. Choueka, at The Hand and Upper Extremity Center, provides treatment for all upper extremity disorders.  He performs state-of-the-art surgery, including shoulder, elbow and wrist arthroscopy.   Dr. Choueka’s extensive knowledge of engineering allows him to provide his patients with the most advanced care and treatments available. His philosophy is to utilize any methods possible to avoid surgery for his patients. However, when absolutely necessary, Dr. Choueka says, “We make the smallest incisions possible and often use arthroscopic techniques to allow patients to get their function back quicker.”  He also performs state-of-the-art surgery, including shoulder, elbow and wrist replacements.

The Hand and Upper Extremity Center provides treatment for all disorders of the upper extremity, including carpal tunnel syndrome, arthritis, trauma, rotator cuff disease, and sports-related shoulder, elbow and wrist problems.  The Center provides on-site occupational therapy, physical therapy, fluoroscopy, splinting, injections, casting and X-rays.

Dr. Choueka speaks Hebrew and French.

 

 

Patient Education Articles by Dr. Choueka

  • Xiaflex Injection for Dupytren’s ContractureFebruary 5, 2012, 11:36 pm

    dupytrens movie Dupytren’s Contractures are extremely common but can cause debilitating loss of function.  In the past extensive painful surgery has been needed to treat the condition but recently a new drug has been developed that can treat the condition with a simple injection and manipulation. Click on the movie link below to see the …Read More

  • Simulation Training at Maimonides Medical CenterFebruary 5, 2012, 3:18 pm

    Well known in the airline industry, simulation training for residents is becoming increasingly utilized. Training on a simulator allows residents to practice their skills without any potential harm to patients. It also gives instuctors a tool to teach and evaluate residents.  At Maimonides Medical Center the Orthopedic Surgery Residents use virtual simulators to practice surgical skills like …Read More

  • Technology in Orthopedic Residency TrainingFebruary 5, 2012, 3:02 pm

    Recent advances in technology including social and electronic media ,mobile devices and cloud servers have impacted our everyday lives. The impact of these technologies on orthopedic resident training and their implementation of patient care has been dramatic.  At Maimonides Medical Center, the Orthopedic Surgery department uses these technologies to their fullest both for the education …Read More

  • How to Get a Ring OffJune 22, 2011, 5:02 pm

    There are occasions when a ring needs to be removed with some urgency.  Our bodies change over the years causing arthritis of joints which can swell and/or swelling of the tissue under the ring.   When you can’t simply slide your ring off, try one of these techniques: A squirt of Windex–yes Windex—on the finger …Read More

  • Biking – Stay Fit Without InjuryJune 10, 2011, 12:42 am

    People are digging up their old bikes and buying new ones to get around town and run errands.  About 90 million American adults ride a bike at least once a year, nearly 30 million cycle regularly for recreation.  And why not?  Bicycling is inexpensive, fun, and it offers numerous health benefits.    The activity also …Read More

  • Carpal Tunnel SyndromeMay 30, 2011, 12:44 am

    What is carpal tunnel syndrome? Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is a condition brought on by increased pressure on the median nerve at the wrist. In effect, it is a pinched nerve at the wrist. Symptoms may include numbness, tingling, and pain in the arm, hand, and fingers. There is a space in the wrist called …Read More

  • Biceps Tendon Tear at ElbowMay 20, 2011, 7:53 pm

    The biceps muscle is the main muscle front of your arm. Like all muscles in the body it attaches to bone with tendons. Tendons attach the biceps muscle to the bone at both the shoulder and the elbow. When the tendon tears at the elbow is known as a distal biceps tendon rupture. It is …Read More

  • Basal Joint ArthritisMay 17, 2011, 8:30 pm

      The basal joint is the joint at the base of the thumb also known as the CMC (carpometacarpal) joint. This is one of the most important joints in our body as it gives the ability for the thumb to oppose to the other digits. Some opposition is what separates us from the animals. Because …Read More

  • Will Cracking My Knuckles Cause Arthritis?May 15, 2011, 1:04 am

    Popular wisdom has insisted that, by cracking your knuckles, you will inevitably develop arthritis in later years. According to Dr. Jack Choueka, Chair of Orthopedic Surgery at Maimonides Medical Center, however, that is simply not the case. “A healthy joint is surrounded by fluid containing oxygen, nitrogen and carbon dioxide gasses,” explains Dr. Choueka. “The …Read More

  • Endoscopic Carpal Tunnel ReleaseMay 8, 2011, 8:13 am

    Once the decision has been made to have carpal tunnel surgery, there are generally two methods the surgey can be performed. There is the standard open approach or endoscopic. The open technique is used most often by surgeons and involves making an incision at the base of the palm about an inch long. The ligament …Read More

 

Conditions Commonly Treated

  • Arthritis
  • Broken bones
  • Carpal tunnel syndrome
  • Congenital hand problems
  • Nerve injuries
  • Pain in the hands or wrists and elbows
  • Rotator cuff disease
  • Trauma
  • Sports-related shoulder, elbow and wrist problems
  • Tendon injuries

Radio Interview with Dr. Choueka discussing Orthopedic Surgery and Summer Safety

Education & Training

Education

BS, Columbia University School of Engineering and Applied Sciences, New York, 1987

MD, Summa Cum Laude, State University of New York Health Science Center, Brooklyn, 1991

 

Residency

Orthopaedic Surgery, Hospital for Joint Diseases Orthopaedic Institute, New York, 1992-1997

 

Fellowships

Bioengineering, Hospital for Joint Diseases Orthopaedic Institute, New York, 1993-1994

University of Chicago Hospitals, Illinois, 1997-1998

 

Honors

Physician Recognition Award, Sephardic Friends of Maimonides Medical Center, 2000

Physician of the Year Award, ALEH Foundation, 2001

 

Insurance ListDr. Jack Choueka, Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, evaluating hand with fluoroscopy machine

  • 1199
  • 1199 Fidelis Home Healthcare
  • Aetna
  • Cigna
  • Empire BC/BS (EPO/PPO)
  • Empire/BCBS Child HealthPlus
  • Emblem Health
  • GHI
  • HealthFirst
  • HealthNet
  • Medicare
  • Oxford (Freedom only)
  • Unitedhealthcare
  • No Fault
  • Worker’s Compensation

 

Days Available

Mondays and Wednesdays.

 

Research in Progress

 

  • Effect of NSAIDS and Cox-2 Inhibitors on Human Chondrocyte Production of Matrix Metalloproteinases in an osteoarthritis model
  • Effect of Statins on Human Chondrocyte Apoptosis Induced by Oxidized LDL in an Osteoarthritis Model
  • Flouroscopic Evaluation of the Schapholunate Interval
  • Identification of a safe zone for proximal screw placement in volar plating of distal radius fractures
  • The Impact of Carpal Tunnel on Sleep Quality
  • The Demographics of IMGs currently training in Orthopaedic Surgery
  • GEP New Growth Factor on Cartilage Repair

 

Hospital Affiliations

  • Maimonides Medical Center
  • New York University School of Medicine
  • Hospital for Joint Diseases
  • Beth Israel Medical Center

 

 Society Membership

 

Media Appearances

  • Pediatric carpal tunnel syndrome, New York One
  • ‘Game-Changing’ Arthritis Drug Blocks Pain Too Well in Some, ABC News, Sept 30, 2010

 

Contact Jack Choueka, MD

Please contact Dr. Jack Choueka, at 718-283-7362

 

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