Physician Profile Page for Friedrich Boettner, MD

Dr. Friedrich Boettner is an internationally recognized orthopedic surgeon specializing in advanced knee and hip surgery. He is known for his expertise in minimally invasive techniques, robotic-assisted joint replacement, and innovative surgical technologies. He provides care to active adults in the New York Metropolitan area, Westchester and Long Island. Dr. Boettner has performed over 10000 joint replacement procedures, making him one of the most experienced hip and knee replacement surgeons in the country. 

Expertise in Knee Surgery

As a member of the European Knee Society, The Knee Society (USA), and the International Knee Society, Dr. Boettner is recognized internationally for his expertise in knee surgery.

He specializes in minimally invasive, muscle sparing and robotic-assisted total knee replacement, as well as partial and uni-compartmental knee replacement. 

Dr. Boettner maintains that minimally invasive surgery can reduce surgical trauma, aiding in early recovery and rehabilitation. Patients also appreciate a more cosmetically appealing incision.

As part of a patient centered holistic approach he offers nutritional advice, exercise protocols, and non-operative injection treatments. His goal is to preserve the natural knee whenever and for as long as possible, providing personalized surgical solutions when joint replacement becomes necessary. Dr. Boettner is among the world’s most experienced surgeons for patients suffering from complex knee deformities, stiffness and instability secondary to osteoarthritis.

Pioneering Expertise in Hip Surgery

As one of a few experts in New York, he performs anterior, anterior-Bikini, posterior and STAR approach total hip replacements as well as hip resurfacing. This comprehensive range allows him to discuss with his patients the pros and cons of each approach and pick the best treatment option for the patients’ individual situation. 

Dr. Boettner emphasizes that there is no universally right or wrong treatment decision. Instead, each approach is carefully tailored to the patient's individual needs and goals. For example, hip resurfacing may be an appropriate option for a 45-year-old police officer, while an anterior hip replacement may be better suited for a 55-year-old woman hoping to return to yoga.

Dr. Boettner performs world-class hip and knee replacement surgeries in Manhattan and Long Island. Whether patients are local, national, or international, Dr. Boettner’s team provides a seamless and caring surgical experience. For his dedication to his patients, he has received the Patients' Choice Award from vitals.com since 2008.

Hip Surgery

• Hip Resurfacing
• Minimally Invasive Posterior and STAR approach Hip Replacement
• Minimally Invasive Anterior and Bikini Anterior Hip Replacement
• Navigated and Robotic Hip replacement
• Complex Revision Hip Replacement

Knee Surgery

• Knee Arthroscopy
• Unicondylar Knee Replacement
• Patellofemoral Knee Replacement
• Minimally Invasive, muscle sparing Total Knee Replacement
• Robotic assisted Knee Replacement
• Revision Total Knee Replacement