Sports Medicine
David Dines, M.D.
Attending Orthopedic Surgeon, Hospital for Special Surgery; Clinical Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery, Weill Cornell Medical College
Dr. David M. Dines is an orthopedic surgeon specializing in sports medicine and shoulder surgery, practicing in Uniondale, NY. His subspecialty focus centers on shoulder and upper arm conditions, including rotator cuff tears, shoulder instability, dislocations, sports-related injuries, osteoarthritis, biceps tendon ruptures, and fractures. He performs signature procedures such as shoulder replacement, reverse shoulder replacement, arthroscopic shoulder and rotator cuff surgery, revision shoulder
45+
Years in Practice
Credentials
Board Certifications
- Orthopaedic Surgery (American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery)
Education & Training
- Hospital for Special Surgery, Weill Cornell Medical College — Residency, Orthopaedic Surgery, 1979
- New York Hospital — Internship, Surgery, 1975
- University of Medicine & Dentistry of New Jersey (Rutgers New Jersey Medical School) — M.D., 1974
Peer Recognition
2002-2025 (24 years)
2002-2025 (24 years)
2008, 2010-2014, 2022 (7 years)
2008, 2010-2025 (17 years)
Recognition & Leadership
Awards & Honors
- Sir John Charnley Medal Winner (1996)
- ATP Tournament Physician of the Year (2001)
- Neer Award for Shoulder Research (2004)
Leadership Roles
- Medical Director, Association of Tennis Professionals (ATP Tour)
- U.S. Davis Cup Tennis Team Physician (since 2000)
- Medical Director, Long Island Ducks Minor League Baseball
- Former President, American Shoulder and Elbow Society
Clinical Focus
Subspecialties
Conditions & Treatments
Practice Details
Hospital Affiliations
- Mather Hospital
- Hospital for Special Surgery
- NewYork-Presbyterian / Weill Cornell Medical Center
Languages
English
Experience
45+ years in practice