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Mark P. Figgie, MD

Hip and Knee Replacement
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About Dr. Figgie

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Dr. Mark Figgie is Chief Emeritus of the Surgical Arthritis Service and Professor of Orthopedic Surgery. He is one of the leading experts in joint replacement for osteoarthritis and inflammatory conditions as he completed fellowships in both surgical arthritis and biomechanics at Hospital for Special Surgery. Dr. Figgie has a valuable understanding of soft tissue and joint mobility and how minimally invasive surgery has a beneficial effect on recovery.

Dr. Figgie's research focus has been on implant design as well as decreasing blood loss associated with hip and knee replacement surgery. He has helped design hip, knee, elbow and shoulder implants and has several related patents. He has presented his findings regarding blood preservation at national orthopedic meetings and published his results which include a decrease in postoperative pain, swelling, transfusions and ultimately a quicker and easier surgical experience for his patients.

A former Division 1 athlete in football and baseball, Dr. Figgie understands the demands of younger patients who wish to remain active. He specializes in minimally invasive surgery and allows hip replacement patients to move freely immediately after surgery. He is an expert in designing custom knee and hip replacement devices and the use of robotic technologies.

Dr. Figgie is a member of The Knee Society, American Association of Hip and Knee Surgery, American Shoulder and Elbow Society, Orthopaedic Research Society and American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons.

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Departments

Specialized Centers

Complex Joint Reconstruction Center
Integrative Rheumatology and Orthopedics Center

Special Expertise

Knee, hip elbow and shoulder disorders
Total Joint Replacements-Hip, Knee, Shoulder, Elbow and Ankle
Minimally Invasive Surgery
Arthroscopic Surgery
Surgery for Rheumatoid Arthritis

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Insurance

If your insurance is not listed, please call our office if you have questions regarding your insurance coverage. If you have out-of-network benefits, then your insurance may reimburse you for a portion of your office visit. We will work with you and your insurance to minimize your out-of-pocket costs. Financial assistance may be available for patients in need.

Credentials

Appointments

Chief Emeritus, Surgical Arthritis Service, Hospital for Special Surgery
Attending Orthopedic Surgeon, Hospital for Special Surgery
Professor of Clinical Orthopedic Surgery, Weill Cornell Medical College
Attending Orthopedic Surgeon, NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital

Certification

American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, 1990
Recertified, 2000

Awards

Castle Connolly Top Doctor - 20 Years
Castle Connolly Top Doctors in New York Metro Area, 2002-2022
New York Magazine Top Doctors, 2021, 2021
North American Travel Fellowship, 1988
Neer Award of Shoulder/Elbow Society, 1995
Eastern Orthopaedic Resident Award, 1987
AOA
Phi Beta Kappa

Education

Born in Cleveland, Ohio, Dr. Figgie has an array of professional degrees.

He graduated summa cum laude from Bucknell University, where he completed two degree programs (BS in Chemical Engineering, BA in Economics in 1977) while playing two varsity sports (football, baseball). He also has a BS in Accounting from Garfield Senior College and an MBA from NYU.

After he received his MD in 1981 from Case Western Reserve University, he completed two fellowships, both at Hospital for Special Surgery.

Fellowship

Hospital for Special Surgery, Biomechanics, New York, 1986-1987
Hospital for Special Surgery, Comprehensive Arthritis Program, New York, 1987-1988

State Licensure

Languages

English

For My Patients

Publications by Dr. Figgie

Patient Education

Selected Journal Articles

Research

Dr. Mark Figgie is currently investigating ways to reduce bleeding after total knee replacement surgery. He is also performing studies on elbow kinematics leading to the design of new total elbow replacements.

Research Interests

Current research includes:

Implant Design
Anatomic Non-Cemented Total Hip Replacement
Total Elbow Replacement

Clinical Trials / Research Studies

Industry Relationships

Industry Relationships

HSS has a long history of supporting appropriate relationships with industry because they advance HSS's mission to provide the highest quality patient care, improve patient mobility, and enhance the quality of life for all, and to advance the science of orthopedic surgery, rheumatology, and their related disciplines through research and education.

Below are the healthcare industry relationships reported by Dr. Figgie as of February 27, 2023.

  • HS2, LLC - Ownership Interest
  • Joint Effort Administrative Service Organization - Ownership Interest
  • Lima Corporate - Consultant; Designer; Inventor; Royalties
  • Mekanika, Inc. - Ownership Interest
  • Wishbone Medical - Board of Directors; Consultant; Designer; Inventor; Ownership Interest; Royalties

HSS and its physicians make this information available to patients and the public, thus creating a transparent environment for those who are interested in this information. Further, the HSS Conflicts of Interest and Commitment Policy prohibits physicians from collecting royalties on products they develop that are used on patients at HSS.

Patients should feel free to ask their HSS physicians questions about these relationships.

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