Comprehensive Athlete Care
Dual focus on healing and performance.
Care Built Around Young Athletes
Dr. Popkin tailors every plan to match the athlete’s age, growth stage, sport, and goals, balancing recovery with long-term safety.
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Age-appropriate treatment and communication
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Safety-first return-to-play criteria
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Team coordination with parents, coaches, and trainers
Conditions treated
Recovery Plans That Match Young Athletes’ Lives
Dr. Popkin treats a full range of overuse and traumatic injuries seen in kids and teens, whether they’re just starting out or playing competitively.
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ACL TearsFull and partial tears, pediatric and revision cases are expertly handled for optimal recovery.
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Meniscus TearsSports-related tears treated with a focus on long-term joint health and performance.
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Cartilage DamageRestoration techniques for athletes under 30 to maintain peak performance and mobility.
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Patellar InstabilitySports-related tears treated with a focus on long-term joint heAddressing recurrent kneecap dislocations, particularly in youth athletes, for a safe return to sports.alth and performance.
Trusted by Parents Across NYC
Proven Track Record With NYC Families and Teams
Dr. Popkin is a Columbia-trained orthopedic surgeon trusted by parents, schools, and teams to care for youth athletes at every level.
Experience You Can Trust
Thousands of young athletes treated.
Proven Results for Youth
Milestone-based recovery plans.
Focused on the Long Game
Care tailored to growing bodies.
