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Douglas N. Mintz, MD, FACR
RadiologistAbout Dr. Mintz
Dr. Douglas Mintz is a radiologist specializing in musculoskeletal imaging. He is certified by the American Board of Radiology and a Fellow of the American College of Radiology. His primary expertise is in interpreting magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) examinations, his proficiency extends to radiographs (X-rays), computed tomography (CT), nuclear medicine, ultrasound, and performing image-guided procedures.
Dr. Mintz's interests coincide with the Hospital's specialties. He has a particular interest in imaging hips and the patellofemoral joint, as well as musculoskeletal tumors and pediatric disorders. Sports injuries and spine imaging form a large part of his practice.
He has established an excellent reputation for his clinical work. Castle Connolly and New York Magazine have named Dr. Mintz as one of New York’s Top Doctors in Diagnostic Radiology for more than ten years. He has lectured nationally and internationally, published in journals and textbooks, and regularly reviews articles submitted for publication. He has cared for many professional athletes and sports teams.
Disseminating knowledge is very important: Dr. Mintz has been extremely involved in all levels of education throughout his career at HSS. He has regularly taught medical students, been director of resident education, and has been heavily involved in the management of HSS’ radiology fellowship program. He regularly works with the radiology fellows and works closely with the orthopedic surgery, physiatry, and rheumatology fellowship teaching programs.
Additionally, he is involved with radiology governance and has served as the secretary/treasurer, vice president, and president of the New York Radiological Society and has been extensively involved with the American College of Radiology. He has had leadership roles in the Hospital’s Alumni Association and is currently the Hospital’s historian as president of the Coley Historical Society.
Special Expertise
Musculoskeletal tumors, MRI, sports injuries, disorders of the pelvis and hip, patellofemoral disorders, pediatric musculoskeletal disorders
Procedures
Image guided injections of the musculoskeletal system, including spine
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Credentials
Appointments
Professor of Clinical Radiology, Weill Cornell Medical College
Attending Radiologist, Hospital for Special Surgery
Fellow of the American College of Radiology
Councilor to the American College of Radiology for the New York Radiological Society
Affiliations
Society of Skeletal Radiology
American College of Radiology
New York Roentgen Society
American Roentgen Ray Society
New York State Radiological Society
Certifications
American Board of Radiology, 1997
Awards
Castle Connolly Top Doctor, 15 Years
Castle Connolly Regional Top Doctor, 2012-2020
Castle ConnollyTop Doctors in New York Metro Area, 2008-2022
Top Doctors: South Florida, First Edition
Teaching/Mentorship Award from the HSS Radiology & Imaging Fellows, 2018, 2019, 2020
New York Magazine Top Doctors, 2015-2022
Fellow of the American College of Radiology, 2016
Certificate of Merit. Radiological Society of North America. For poster presentation: MR imaging of developmental dysplasia of the hip: goals and obstacles, 2015
Certificate of Special Distinction. Journal of Skeletal Radiology. For exceptional contribution to the Journal of Skeletal Radiology as a reviewer of distinction, 2014, 2015
RSNA Trainee Research Prize. Radiological Society of North America. For paper: Accuracy of power Doppler sonography in the evaluation of hemophilic synovitis: comparison with dynamic contrast-enhanced MRI, 2007
1st Place Award. Institute for Biological Engineering, Cornell University Chapter. For poster presentation: Load dependence of the thumb and carpal bone configuration during static pinch, 2005
Education
MD, College of Physicians & Surgeons of Columbia University, New York, New York, 1988
Internship: Surgery: University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, Minnesota, 1990
Residency: Radiology: Lenox Hill Hospital, New York, New York, 1997
Fellowship: Immunology Research; Scripps Research Institute, La Jolla, CA, 1990-1992
Musculoskeletal Radiology Hospital for Special Surgery and The New York Hospital, New York, New York, 1997-1998
State Licensure
New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Florida
Languages
EnglishFor My Patients
Publications by Dr. Mintz
Patient Education
Editorial Appointments
Reviewer: Skeletal Radiology, Clinical Orthopaedics and Related Research, Journal of the American Association of Sports Medicine, Osteoporosis International
Selected Journal Articles
Selected Books/Chapters
Kalia V, Mintz DN. Imaging in Patellofemoral Pain. In: Shubin Stein B, Strickland S, eds. Patellofemoral Pain and Instability. Springer; 2019: 85-116.
Kalia V, Mintz DN. Imaging in Patellofemoral Instability. In: Shubin Stein B, Strickland S, eds. Patellofemoral Pain and Instability. Springer; 2019: 193-210.
Carrino J, Mintz DN, Nwawka O. Musculoskeletal Imaging Principles. In: Grauer JN, eds. Orthopeadic Knowledge Update 12. 12th Ed. Rosemont, IL: American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons; 2017: P149-P168.
Mintz DN, Pope T. Post-operative knee. In: Pope T, Bloem HL, Beltran J, Morrison WB, Wilson DJ, eds. Musculoskeletal Imaging. 2nd Ed. Philadelphia, PA: Saunders; 2015:1171-1193.
Pavlov H, Sofka C, Saboeiro G, Mintz DN. Imaging of foot and ankle athletic injuries. In: Altchek DW, DiGiovanni CW, Dines JS, Positano RG, eds. Foot and Ankle Sports Medicine. Philadelphia, PA: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins; 2012:51-66.
Selected Presentations
Alia E, Chhabra A, Simpfendorfer C, Cohen M, Mintz DN, Vossen J, Zoga A, Fritz J, Spritzer C, Armstrong D, Morrison W. Nomenclature for Muscuoloskelatal Infection on MRI. 2020 June 24. Presented virtually to SSR 2020.
Yoon E, Mintz DN. Etiology of focal muscle edema seen in flexor pronator mass after ulnar collateral ligament reconstruction in the elbow. Presented at: 2018 European Society of Musculoskeletal Radiology Annual Meeting. 2018 June 13-16. Amsterdam, the Netherlands.
Johnson C, Daluiski A, Fabricant P, Mintz DN. A Matched Quantitative CT Analysis of Three Surgical Approaches for Osteochondral Reconstruction of the Capitellum. Presented at: 2018 Pediatric Orthopaedic Society of North America Annual Meeting. 2018 May 9-12. Austin, Texas.
Johnson C, Roberts S, Mintz DN, Fabricant P, Hotchkiss R, Daluiski A. Objective Analysis of Capitellum Exposure for Autologous Osteochondral Reconstruction. Presented at: 2018 American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons Annual Meeting. 2018 March 6-10. New Orleans, LA.
Van Der List J, Mintz DN, DiFelice G. The Location of Anterior Cruciate Ligament Tears: A Prevalence Study using Magnetic Resonance Imaging. Presented at: 2018 American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons Annual Meeting. 2018 March 6-10. New Orleans, LA.
Research
Hip, knee, pelvic, pediatric disorders; osteoporosis; osteonecrosis; innovative imaging techniques
Clinical Trials / Research Studies
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.
As of January 22, 2024, Dr. Mintz reported no relationships with the healthcare industry.
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