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  • Orthopedic Surgery, Sports Medicine, Internal Medicine
  • 27 years of experience
  • Capital Region Orthopedics Associates Pc 1367 Washington Ave Ste 200, Albany, NY 12206
  • (518) 292-2600

Brief Intro

Dr. Phelan is a board certified Orthopaedic Surgeon. His areas of interest include sports medicine and surgery of the knee and shoulder. Other areas of expertise include trauma surgery and arthroscopy. Dr. Phelan is a native of Albany and graduated from Shaker High School. He attended Springfield College where he earned a Bachelor's of Science degree in Biology, graduating Summa Cum Laude. He received his medical degree from Albany Medical College. Dr. Phelan completed his internship and residency in Orthopaedic Surgery at Albany Medical Center. Following residency he completed a fellowship in Sports Medicine with Dr. Donald Fithian at the San Diego Knee and Sports Medicine Research Fellowship. He has authored several scientific papers on ACL injuries and surgery. Dr. Phelan serves as a Clinical Assistant Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery at Albany Medical Center. He serves as a team physician at several local high schools and colleges including R.P.I. and Colonie Central High School. Dr. Phelan lives in the Capital Region with his wife and three children. Dr. Phelan sees patients at the Albany, and Latham offices.

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Education Background

MEDICAL SCHOOL

Albany Medical College - 1998

Albany Medical College - 1998

Languages Spoken

  • Spanish
  • English

Location & Hours

  • Capital Region Orthopedics
  • 1367 Washington Ave Ste 200, Albany, NY 12206
  • Mon:8:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Tue:8:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Wed:8:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Thu:8:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Fri:8:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Sat:9:00 am - 12:00 pm
    Sun:Closed

Specialties Treated

  • Sports Medicine
  • Orthopedic Surgery
  • Internal Medicine
  • Orthopaedic Trauma
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Conditions Addressed

  • Osteoarthritis
  • Fractures, Dislocations, Derangement, and Sprains
  • Internal Derangement of Knee
  • Plantar Fasciitis
  • Spinal Stenosis
  • Lateral Epicondylitis
  • Osteomyelitis
  • Sciatica
  • Internal Derangement of Knee Ligaments
  • Rotator cuff syndrome
  • Intervertebral Disc Degeneration
  • Internal Derangement of Knee Cartilage
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Procedures Performed

  • Neurological Testing
  • Knee Replacement
  • Hip Replacement
  • Shoulder Surgery
  • Knee Replacement
  • Neurological Testing
  • Knee Arthroscopy
  • Hip/Femur Fractures and Dislocations
  • Wound Care
  • Knee Arthroscopy
  • Lower Leg/Ankle Fractures and Dislocations
  • Physical Therapy
  • Occupational Therapy Evaluation
  • Arthroscopic Shoulder Surgery
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Insurance Accepted

* Insurance information may change frequently. Please verify directly with the provider (doctor/clinic).

  • UnitedHealthcare
  • Meritain Health
  • Empire Plan
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Medicare
  • Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • Medicaid
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • Cigna
  • AARP
  • GEHA
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EmblemHealth
  • 1199SEIU
  • Travelers
  • Wellcare
  • Allianz Worldwide Care
  • Fallon Community Health Plan (FCHP)
  • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
  • Humana
  • MVP Health Care
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