Dr. Sabrina Strickland Board-Certified Orthopedic Sports Surgeon
My goal is to return my patients to an active lifestyle — for some this means Division 1 sports, and for others it is playing with their children in the park.
Fellowship-trained sports medicine surgeon with 24 years of experience taking care of active patients aged 12 to 80 who want to return to sports.
Dr. Sabrina Strickland is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon at NYU Langone Orthopedic Center in New York and Associate Professor of Clinical Orthopedic Surgery at Weill Cornell Medicine. She is a fellowship-trained sports medicine surgeon with 24 years of experience treating active patients aged 12 to 80. Her practice focuses on knee cartilage repair, patellar stabilization, MPFL reconstruction, tibial tubercle osteotomy, ACL and meniscus surgery, and joint preservation — including BEAR, MISHA, and CartiHEAL implants. Patients travel to her from all over the US and abroad for second opinions on complex knee cases.
What if you didn't have to live with knee pain?
Knee pain doesn't have to sideline you. Dr. Strickland works with patients to understand their goals — from returning to marathon running, to getting back on the dance floor, to walking the city pain-free — and builds a plan that gets them there.
A practice built around complex knees and second opinions.
Sought out for second opinions
Patients travel to me for second opinions on cartilage transplants, surgery for patellar instability, and ACL and meniscal repair.
FDA trial participation
I participate in FDA trials so that I can offer my patients the newest and most advanced treatments.
Stem cell research & practice
I use stem cells in my practice and do stem cell research. My goal is to treat arthritis before joint replacement is required — and if replacement is required, to replace as little of the knee as possible to achieve a good outcome.
Numbers from a focused practice.
Specialized care for complex knee conditions.
Dr. Strickland's practice is intentionally narrow. These are the conditions she operates on every week — with the pace, protocols and outcomes that come from doing a select number of procedures exceptionally well.
01 ligament Ligament & Meniscus
The workhorses of sports orthopedics — done with the pace, protocols and outcomes that come from treating these injuries every week.
02 cartilage Cartilage & Joint Preservation
When your knee is worth preserving. Restoration and joint-sparing techniques designed to keep your own knee — not replace it.
03 advanced Advanced Techniques
The latest advances in orthopedic care — robotic precision and regenerative biologics built around your goals.
NYU Langone · New York Sabrina Strickland, M.D.
“I want patients to understand what's happening inside their knee as well as I do — so the decisions we make are ours together.”
Dr. Strickland is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon at the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York and Associate Professor of Clinical Orthopedic Surgery at Weill Cornell Medicine.
Her practice focuses on knee cartilage repair, patellar stabilization, patellofemoral replacement, MPFL repair, tibial tubercle osteotomy, meniscal surgery, ACL reconstruction, and cartilage transplants — including BEAR, MISHA and CartiHEAL implants. She does extensive research and continuously works to improve patient outcomes.
Non-surgical first — surgery when it's the right answer.
“I begin with a thorough evaluation in person and use non-surgical treatments such as hyaluronic acid, PRP, and stem cells when appropriate — but move to surgery when it is necessary to optimize long-term function.”
I love taking care of straightforward problems such as meniscal and ACL tears, small cartilage flaps and arthritis. However, my specialty is joint preservation and patellofemoral joint disease — I offer specialized and state-of-the-art treatment for these often complex conditions.
Tools & techniques in the OR and clinic
Active patients, at every level.
- Professional / Collegiate Athletes
- Active Adults / Weekend Warriors
- Youth / High School Athletes
- Dancers / Performing Artists
- Second Opinion Seekers
Where Dr. Strickland's patients come from
Patients travel to Dr. Sabrina Strickland at NYU Langone Orthopedic Center from across New York, Connecticut, and New Jersey — including Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, Westchester County, Long Island, Stamford, Greenwich, and surrounding areas.
She also treats patients from across the United States and internationally who are seeking specialized care for complex knee conditions and second opinions. Many patients are referred for advanced procedures such as cartilage restoration, patellar stabilization, ACL reconstruction, and joint preservation.
Conveniently located in Midtown Manhattan, Dr. Strickland sees patients at NYU Langone Orthopedic Center on East 38th Street.
“I ran the NYC Marathon this past Sunday — something before the surgery I NEVER thought I would be able to accomplish. Completing the marathon was healing and rewarding in so many ways.”
Read her full story: Gillis Frechette
“With lots of hard work and dedication I was back to dancing in 4 months. I just had my first competition — no pain whatsoever. I can’t thank Dr. Strickland and her whole entire team enough.”
Read her full story: Peyton Ely
“A year after surgery I was even able to hike the Inca Trail, a 26-mile 4-day hike with a lot of elevation. My knee had no issues. I’m so grateful to be back outdoors and doing things I love.”
Read her full story: Rachel Schechter
“Dr. Strickland was able to restore me back to my previous active lifestyle. Today I am 100% back doing Pilates, weights, yoga and push-ups — less than a year later.”
Read her full story: Carrie Craig
“Starry Night — not enough stars for my review for Dr. Strickland and her team. I’m currently 5 months post-op and can run 6 miles no problem. Five months until the NYC Marathon — real good chance.”
Read her full story: Rhona Chambers
“Since age eight, knee instability was a defining challenge. After years of physical therapy and braces failed to stop frequent subluxations and dislocations, Dr. Strickland diagnosed severe bilateral patellar misalignment — both kneecaps more than 10mm out of place — and corrected it across two years of staged MPFL and tibial tubercle osteotomy work.”
Read her full story: AveryA minute with Dr. Strickland.
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Trained, recognized, and giving back.
Education
- State licensure in New York and Connecticut
- Sports Medicine and Shoulder Fellowship at The Hospital for Special Surgery
- Orthopedic Surgery Residency at The Hospital for Special Surgery
- General Surgery Internship at Cornell-New York Presbyterian Hospital
- Medical School at Rush Presbyterian St. Luke’s, 1996
- College of Arts and Sciences, Cornell University, 1991
Recognitions & awards
- Castle Connolly Top Doctor (since 2016)
- American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgery Leadership Fellow
- Philip D. Wilson Teaching Award (HSS)
- AOA (Alpha Omega Alpha)
- National Merit Scholar
Memberships
- International Patellofemoral Study Group
- Arthroscopy Association of North America
- International Society for Arthroscopy, Knee Surgery and Orthopedic Sports Medicine
- International Cartilage Repair Society
- American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine
- The Women's Sports Forum
Training & continuing education
- MAKO Robotic Surgery certification
- Speaker & instructor — International Patellofemoral Study Group
- Speaker & instructor — Arthroscopy Association of North America
- Speaker & instructor — International Sports Medicine Fellowship course
- Speaker & instructor — ISAKOS (Knee Surgery & Orthopedic Sports Medicine)
- Speaker & instructor — International Cartilage Repair Society
Community & service
- Mentor for orthopaedic residents at the Hospital for Special Surgery
- Speaker at community health programs
- Former Chief of Orthopaedic Surgery, Bronx VA Medical Center
- Cornell University Presidential Council of Cornell Women
- Cornell University Arts and Sciences Health Career Advising Committee
Find us in Midtown Manhattan.
NYU Langone Orthopedic Center
Midtown Manhattan
- Address
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333 East 38th Street, 4th Floor
New York, NY 10016 - Phone
- 646-904-4664
- Hours
- Monday – Friday · 8:00a – 5:00p
Insurance plans we accept.
Most commercial plans accepted. Out-of-network and self-pay welcome. Patient financing available.
Common questions, answered.
What conditions does Dr. Strickland treat?
Dr. Strickland focuses on knee and shoulder injuries in active patients — ACL and ligament tears, meniscus tears, cartilage injuries, joint instability, patellar (kneecap) instability, knee arthritis, and joint preservation. Her practice is intentionally narrow: these are conditions she operates on every week.
Will I need surgery, or are there non-surgical options first?
Surgery is not the first step for most patients. Dr. Strickland begins with a thorough in-person evaluation, and uses non-surgical treatments such as hyaluronic acid, PRP (platelet-rich plasma), and stem cells when appropriate. She moves to surgery when it is necessary to optimize long-term function.
How experienced is Dr. Strickland with these procedures?
Dr. Strickland has 24 years of experience and has performed more than 1,000 ACL reconstructions, 450+ MPFL reconstructions, 470+ tibial tubercle osteotomies, and 300+ osteochondral allograft transplantations. She has authored 93 peer-reviewed publications and is regularly sought out for second opinions on complex knee cases.
What insurance plans do you accept?
The practice is in-network with most major commercial plans including United Healthcare, Aetna, Cigna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Emblem, GHI, and Oxford. Out-of-network and self-pay patients are welcome, and patient financing is available. Coverage is verified before your visit.
Where is the office and how do I make an appointment?
Dr. Strickland sees patients at NYU Langone Orthopedic Center, 333 East 38th Street, 4th Floor, New York, NY 10016. To request an appointment, use the NYU Langone scheduling link on this page or call 646-904-4664.
Ready to meet? Let's talk about your knee.
Dr. Strickland sees new patients at NYU Langone Orthopedic Center on East 38th Street. Pick the way that's easiest for you.