
"Preserving the Joint. Restoring the Athlete."
Dr. Sam Elguizaoui is a fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon specializing in Sports Medicine, Arthroscopy, and the advanced field of Joint Preservation. Based in New York City, Dr. Elguizaoui is dedicated to a unique clinical philosophy: helping young, active patients delay or avoid joint replacement through cutting-edge biologics, cartilage repair, and minimally invasive techniques.

Elite Training & Team Coverage A native of Northeast Ohio, Dr. Elguizaoui’s foundation in excellence began at The Ohio State University, where he graduated magna cum laude with a degree in Biology and a minor in Psychology—a background that deeply informs his compassionate, patient-centered approach to care. He earned his medical degree from Ohio State before completing his orthopedic surgery residency at Cleveland Clinic Akron General Hospital.
Dr. Elguizaoui then moved to New York City for the prestigious Sports Medicine Fellowship at Lenox Hill Hospital. During this time, he served as an assistant team physician for professional organizations including the New York Jets and the New York Islanders, as well as collegiate athletes at Manhattanville and Hunter College.
International Expertise To bring the world’s best techniques to his patients, Dr. Elguizaoui pursued an international traveling fellowship.
He trained at premier centers in Switzerland, The Netherlands, and Italy, mastering European techniques in joint preservation and cartilage restoration that are often at the forefront of orthopedic innovation.

one of our PA who helps make each visit feel calm and comfortable.
She brings a steady, professional approach and takes the time to walk you through what to expect.
Maddie is focused on safe, thoughtful care and a smooth experience from start to finish. Whether it’s your first appointment or your fifth, she’s there to make it simple and stress-free.

Joint Preservation: Advanced cartilage repair (MACI, OATS) and meniscus transplantation to save the native knee.
Sports Reconstruction: Arthroscopic repair of the shoulder (rotator cuff, labrum) and knee (ACL, ligaments).
Regenerative Medicine: Utilization of biologic alternatives, such as PRP or stem cells, to augment healing without major surgery.
