Excelsior Orthopaedics

Patient Seminar: Foot Pain with Dr. Noah Newsome
2024-09-18 18:30 - 19:30 (America/New_York)
Learn from an expert about foot pain causes and treatment options.

If you or a loved one is experiencing foot pain, you won’t want to miss this special event. You’ll have the opportunity to meet one of Western New York’s top orthopaedic surgeons, Dr. Noah Newsome, who will speak about foot pain.
He’ll explore the sources of the pain, and the associated signs and symptoms. He will also review the full range of the latest surgical and non-surgical treatment options available to you.
Click here to learn more about Dr. Newsome: Meet Dr. Newsome
During the seminar Dr. Newsome, will also be happy to answer your questions.
This is an online video conference accessible through Zoom video conferencing.

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Patient Seminar: Shoulder Pain With Dr. Matthew Zinno
2024-10-09 18:30 - 20:00, 2025-09-10 18:30 - 20:00
Learn from an expert about shoulder pain causes and treatment options.

If you or a loved one is experiencing shoulder pain, you won’t want to miss this special event. You’ll have the opportunity to meet one of Western New York’s top orthopaedic surgeons, Dr. Matthew Zinno, who will speak about shoulder pain.
He’ll explore the sources of the pain, and the associated signs and symptoms. He will also review the full range of the latest surgical and non-surgical treatment options available to you.
Click here to learn more about Dr. Zinno: Meet Dr. Zinno
During the seminar Dr. Zinno will also be happy to answer your questions.
This is an online video conference accessible through Zoom video conferencing.

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Patient Seminar: Knee Pain With Dr. Adam Burzynski
2024-11-07 18:30 - 19:30, 2025-11-06 18:30 - 19:30, 2026-02-11 18:30 - 19:30
Learn from an expert about knee pain causes and treatment options.

If you or a loved one is experiencing knee pain, you won’t want to miss this special event. You’ll have the opportunity to meet one of Western New York’s top orthopaedic surgeons, Dr. Adam Burzynski, who will speak about knee pain.
He’ll explore the sources of the pain, and the associated signs and symptoms. He will also review the full range of the latest surgical and non-surgical treatment options available to you.
Click here to learn more about Dr. Burzynski: Meet Dr. Burzynski
During the seminar Dr. Burzynski, will also be happy to answer your questions.
This is an online video conference accessible through Zoom video conferencing.

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Patient Seminar: Common Foot & Ankle Problems with Dr. David Pochatko
2025-01-29 18:30 - 19:30
Learn from an expert about foot and ankle conditions and treatment options.

If you or a loved one is experiencing foot or ankle pain and/or loss of mobility, you won’t want to miss this special event. You’ll have the opportunity to meet one of Western New York’s top foot and ankle surgeons, Dr. David Pochatko, who will speak about common conditions of the foot and ankle.
From foot deformities to ankle fractures, tendon ruptures, and more, Dr. Pochatko will talk through the top 10 most common issues affecting your foot and ankle while providing guidance on how best to resolve the pain or discomfort you are feeling. He’ll also answer your questions along the way.
Click here to learn more about Dr. Pochatko: Meet Dr. Pochatko
This is an online video conference accessible through Zoom video conferencing.

Patient Seminar: Knee Pain & Treatment Options with Dr. David Phillips
2025-02-19 18:30 - 19:30
Learn from an expert about knee pain causes and treatment options.

If you or a loved one is experiencing knee pain, you won’t want to miss this special event. You’ll have the opportunity to meet one of Western New York’s top orthopaedic surgeons, Dr. David Phillips, who will speak about knee pain.
He’ll explore the sources of the pain, and the associated signs and symptoms. He will also review the full range of the latest surgical and non-surgical treatment options available to you.
Click here to learn more about Dr. Phillips: Meet Dr. Phillips
During the seminar Dr. Phillips, will also be happy to answer your questions.
This is an online video conference accessible through Zoom video conferencing.

Get to know Dr. Phillips

Patient Seminar: Hip Pain With Dr. Daniel Vargo
2025-03-12 18:30 - 19:30
Learn from an expert about hip pain causes and treatment options.
If you or a loved one is experiencing hip or knee pain, you won

If you or a loved one is experiencing hip pain, you won’t want to miss this special event. You’ll have the opportunity to meet one of Western New York’s top orthopaedic surgeons, Dr. Daniel Vargo, who will speak about hip pain.
He’ll explore the sources of the pain, and the associated signs and symptoms. He will also review the full range of the latest surgical and non-surgical treatment options available to you. Dr. Vargo’s expertise also includes “revisions” to previous hip replacement surgeries.
Click here to learn more about Dr. Vargo: Meet Dr. Vargo
During the seminar Dr. Vargo, will also be happy to answer your questions.
This is an online video conference accessible through Zoom video conferencing.

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A Parent's Guide to Injury Prevention for Throwing Athletes
2025-03-26 18:30 - 19:30
Learn from the experts on how to reduce the risk of injuries in young athletes who compete in “throwing” sports like baseball.

In this valuable session, we’ll explore the “mechanics” of throwing and common injuries experienced by throwing athletes.
The seminar features our certified athletic trainers focusing on the most common types of injuries that overhead throwing athletes face while equipping you with practical strategies to reduce your athlete’s risk of injury.
If you are a coach, a parent of an athlete, involved in any type of overhead throwing sports, including but not limited to baseball/softball, volleyball, football, javelin, and cricket, this seminar includes valuable information, including demonstrations of exercises and stretches to help keep your athlete in the game all season.
Excelsior’s top athletic trainers and physical therapists will educate their audience on reducing risk of injury, common problems, and staying healthy.
This is an online video conference accessible through Zoom video conferencing.

Patient Seminar: Common Spine Conditions & Treatment Options
2025-04-02 18:30 - 19:30
Learn about the causes and treatment options for common chronic spine conditions and injuries from renowned spine surgeon Dr. Kenneth Hood.

If you or a loved one is experiencing spinal pain (or pain elsewhere that is originating in the spine) and/or loss of mobility, you won’t want to miss this special event.
You’ll have the opportunity to meet one of the nation’s top spine surgeons, Dr. Kenneth Hood, who will speak about common spine conditions – their causes, symptoms and most importantly the very latest non-surgical and surgical treatment options for these chronic conditions or injuries
A WNY native (born and raised in Kenmore) who has spent the last 10 years in Arizona, Dr. Hood thrilled to be back home. He is one of the nation’s leaders in robotic assisted, minimally invasive spine surgery, using the most advanced tools and techniques which are revolutionizing the treatment of even the most complex spinal conditions. And he is proud to bring these cutting edge, life-changing treatment options to patients across Western New York.
Click here to learn more about Dr. Hood: Meet Dr. Hood
During the seminar Dr. Hood, will also be happy to answer your questions.
This is an online video conference accessible through Zoom video conferencing.

Treating the Teenage Athlete
2025-05-03 08:00 - 13:00 | Excelsior Orthopaedics, 3925 Sheridan Drive, Amherst, NY, 14226, United States
Excelsior Orthopaedics CEU course: Hear from sports medicine physicians, athletic trainers, physical therapists, & registered dietitians.

Excelsior Orthopaedics hosts this CEU course with conversation topics including sport specialization, the latest science and best practices surrounding ACL injuries, assessing safe return to sport, and protecting common injuries to the growth plates. This course will take place in our Physical and Occupational Therapy gym, on the righthand side of the building. Check-in begins at 7:30am, and the course begins at 8:00am.

Patient Seminar: Bone Health & Fracture Prevention
2025-05-21 18:30 - 19:30
Learn from an expert about how to maintain healthy, strong bones.

Did you know that maintaining strong, healthy bones is essential for staying active and independent as you age? Join us for an engaging and informative session where Dr. Matuszak will discuss practical, evidence-based strategies for preventing bone loss and reducing your risk of fractures.
You’ll learn about the latest in nutrition, exercise, and lifestyle techniques to build and protect your bone health, as well as how to identify early signs of osteoporosis and related conditions. We’ll also introduce Excelsior’s new Bone Health Clinic, designed to provide comprehensive care and personalized support for individuals with fragility fractures or those at risk for bone loss.
Take the first step toward healthier bones and a more active life—reserve your spot today!
Click here to learn more about Dr. Matuszak: Meet Dr. Matuszak
This is an online video conference accessible through Zoom video conferencing.

Knee Pain & Robotic Knee Replacement with Dr. David Pula
2025-10-08 18:30 - 20:00
Learn from an expert about knee pain causes and treatment options.

If you or a loved one is experiencing knee pain, you won’t want to miss this special event. You’ll have the opportunity to meet one of Western New York’s top orthopaedic surgeons, Dr. David Pula, who will speak about knee pain caused by arthritis.

He will also review the full range of the latest surgical and non-surgical treatment options available to you, including robotic assisted knee replacement surgery. Dr. Pula will also answer your questions along the way.
Click here to learn more about Dr. Pula: Meet Dr. Pula
During the seminar Dr. Pula, will also be happy to answer your questions.
This is an online video conference accessible through Zoom video conferencing.

Get to know Dr. Pula

Nutrition for Managing Joint Health and Surgical Healing
2026-01-29 18:30 - 19:30
Learn from a nutrition expert how to eat well to regain/maintain good muscle, bone and joint health and support recovery from surgery.

There is a growing body of evidence in medical literature that demonstrates the role that nutrition and maintaining a healthy weight plays in improving outcomes of surgical and non-surgical treatments for virtually all orthopaedic conditions – and in avoiding these conditions in the first place.
Now you can get some sound advice and guidance from experts on the Excelsior team – registered dietitians, who will provide helpful, practical insights and tips on eating right to live your best life. Our team will also be happy to answer your questions.
In the meantime, you can learn a bit more about the Excelsior Nutrition team here.
This is an online video conference accessible through Zoom video conferencing.

Common Foot Conditions with Dr. Amar Alkhafaji
2026-03-25 18:30 - 19:30
If you or a loved one is experiencing foot pain and/or loss of mobility, you won’t want to miss this special event. You’ll have the opportunity to meet one of Western New York’s top podiatrists, Dr. Amar K. Alkhafaji, who will speak about common injuries and chronic conditions of the feet. He’ll explore the sources of the pain, and the associated signs and symptoms. He will also review the full range of the latest surgical and non-surgical treatment options available to you.
To learn more about Dr. Alkhafaji, click HERE
This is an online video conference accessible through Zoom video conferencing. It is free and open to all, but attendance is limited and advance registration is required.
To register click here: REGISTER

Hip Pain with Dr. Daniel Vargo
2026-04-15 18:30 - 19:30
If you or a loved one is experiencing hip pain, you won’t want to miss this special event. You’ll have the opportunity to meet one of Western New York’s top orthopaedic surgeons, Dr. Daniel Vargo, who will speak about hip pain. He’ll explore the sources of the pain, and the associated signs and symptoms. He will also review the full range of the latest surgical and non-surgical treatment options available to you. Dr. Vargo’s expertise also includes “revisions” to previous hip replacement surgeries. During the seminar he will also be happy to answer your questions.
To learn more about Dr. Vargo, click HERE
This is an online video conference accessible through Zoom video conferencing. It is free and open to all, but attendance is limited and advance registration is required.
To register click here: REGISTER

Shoulder Pain with Dr. Michael O'Leary
2026-05-20 18:30 - 19:30
If you or a loved one is experiencing shoulder pain, you won’t want to miss this special event. You’ll have the opportunity to meet one of Western New York’s top orthopaedic surgeons, Dr. Michael O’Leary who will speak about shoulder pain. He’ll explore the sources of the pain, and the associated signs and symptoms. He will also review the full range of the latest surgical and non-surgical treatment options available to you. During the seminar Dr. O’Leary will be happy to answer your questions.
To learn more about Dr. O’Leary click: HERE
This is an online video conference accessible through Zoom video conferencing. It is free and open to all, but attendance is limited and advance registration is required.
To register click here: REGISTER

Hip Pain with Dr. David Phillips
2026-09-09 18:30 - 19:30
If you or a loved one is experiencing hip pain, you won’t want to miss this special event. You’ll have the opportunity to meet one of Western New York’s top orthopaedic surgeons, Dr. David Phillips, who will speak about hip pain. He’ll explore the sources of the pain, and the associated signs and symptoms. He will also review the full range of the latest surgical and non-surgical treatment options available to you. During the seminar Dr. Phillips, will be happy to answer your questions.
To learn more about Dr. Phillips click HERE
This is an online video conference accessible through Zoom video conferencing. It is free and open to all, but attendance is limited and advance registration is required.
To register click here: REGISTER

Knee Pain with Dr. David Pula
2026-10-22 18:30 - 19:30
If you or a loved one is experiencing knee pain, you won’t want to miss this special event. You’ll have the opportunity to meet one of Western New York’s top orthopaedic surgeons, Dr. David Pula, who will speak about knee pain caused by arthritis. He will also review the full range of the latest surgical and non-surgical treatment options available to you, including robotic assisted knee replacement surgery. Dr. Pula will also answer your questions along the way.
To learn more about Dr. Pula click HERE
This is an online video conference accessible through Zoom video conferencing. It is free and open to all, but attendance is limited and advance registration is required.
To register click here: REGISTER
