For nearly two decades, Syracuse Orthopedic Specialists (SOS) has provided total orthopedic care near Syracuse, NY and the surrounding regions. With a team of some of the best orthopedic doctors and the latest advancements in medical technology, our patients get the care they need for a healthier, happier life.
The true creation of SOS as we know it today started in 1999 with the merging of two high quality Orthopedic groups. This merger and ensuing mergers allowed the surgeons to make investments in technology, facilities and quality staff to enhance Orthopedic Care.
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1999
9 More Doctors Join SOS, 3 Medical Offices Open
In 1999, 9 doctors and 3 medical offices from CNY orthopedics merged to become a part of Syracuse Orthopedic Specialists, PC.
By 1999, Dr. Fatti, Dr. Lasda, Dr. DeRosa and Dr. Izant had joined Syracuse Orthopedic Specialists as part of the CNY Orthopedics merger. At this point, Syracuse Orthopedic Surgeons had grown to 17 Orthopedic Surgeons and 4 medical offices in different locations across the CNY region.
2002
SOS Grows to 24 Orthopedic Surgeons, 11 Mid-Level Providers, 220 Support Staff
April 2002: Specialists One-Day Surgery Center Opens
May 2002: Syracuse Orthopedic Specialists continued to grow, as University Orthopedics and Sports Medicine merged with SOS.
The merger with University Orthopedics and Sports Medicine brought Dr. Brett Greenky and Dr. Seth Greenky.
2008
SOS Expands to 350+ Employees Across 7 Offices
In 2008, Dr. Battaglia joined SOS as a Sports Medicine and General Orthopedics specialist.
2010
SOS Opens Hand Center Specialists One Day Surgery Grows to 6 Operating Rooms
In January 2010, SOS opened a Hand Center on the second floor of 5719 Widewaters Parkway in DeWitt.
In addition to the Hand Center opening, 2010 marked the addition of 2 Operating Room Suites.
Dr. Ryan Smart, a Sports Medicine Surgeon, is added to the SOS team.
2011
SOS Plus Opens
Syracuse Orthopedic Specialists opened SOS Plus, providing walk-in medical care for acute orthopedic injuries.
In addition to the founding of SOS PLUS, a new office in Baldwinsville, NY opened its doors.
SOS Team Continues to Grow in 2011:
- Dr. Richard DiStefano, Spine Surgeon
- Dr. Christopher Fatti, DPM and Foot & Ankle podiatrist
2013
New Places, New Faces & The SOS SHOP
In April 2013, SOS opened an office on East Taft Road in Heritage Commons. The SOS office in Heritage Commons includes Neck & Back as well as Foot & Ankle physicians.
Additionally, the Heritage Commons office opened with the SOS SHOP on location.
In August 2013, a second SOS PLUS office was opened on Onondaga Hill.
The same month that the SOS PLUS Onondaga Hill location was opened, Dr. Naven Duggal, a Foot & Ankle physician, joined the SOS team.
SOS also transitioned to Electronic Health Records (EHR) and a patient portal in 2013.
2014
The SOS team continues to grow in 2014.
In June of 2014, 3 local Physical Therapy and Hand Therapy groups (with 8 locations across Syracuse, NY) joined forces with SOS. Over 50 therapists joined the company with the acquisition of Fitness Forum Physical Therapy PC (Michael Linkiewicz II PT CSCS, President), Salt City Physical Therapy (Todd Cardi PT, Owner/Founder), Rehabilitation Associates (Dave Bierwagen PT Owner/Retired) to form the SOS' Orthopedic and Sports Therapy (O & ST department)
Physicians Joining SOS in 2014:
- Dr. Nathan Everding, Hand & Wrist and Shoulder specialist
- Dr. Irv Raphael, Sports Medicine and Shoulder specialist
- Dr. Brad Raphael, Sports Medicine and Shoulder specialist
2016
SOS Listed Among The Best Places to Work As New Talent Joins
In 2016, SOS was listed among the Top 25 of Central New York's Best Places to Work. In the same year, 3 new orthopedic care providers join SOS.
Physicians Joining SOS in 2016:
- Dr. Michael Fitzgerald, Hand & Wrist and Shoulder specialist
- Dr. Justin Iorio, Neck and Back specialist
- Dr. Stephanie Hook, DPM and podiatrist
2017
A New Joint Replacement Surgeon & A New Office
In August 2017, Dr. Kevin Kopko joined the SOS joint replacement team.
SOS opens the Oswego Road Clinic at 8324 Oswego Road office.
2018
A New Member joins SOS
Dr. Cassandra Riggs joins the Hand and Wrist Team
2019
New Locations and New Member
The Specialists’ One Day Surgery Center opened in April on East Taft Road, along with our SOS Airport Road location.
Dr. Anthony Orio joins the Joint Replacement Team
2021
New Member, New Committee, and Physical Therapy Winner
Welcomed Max Greenky, MD to the Joint Replacement Team
Formed Diversity Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Committee
The 2021 CNY Readers' Choice Best Physical Therapy Winner
2022
New Member, New Committee, and Medical Center Winner
Welcomed Devon Ryan, MD to the Hand & Wrist Team
Formed Employee Engagement & Culture Committee
The 2022 CNY Readers' Choice Best Medical Center Winner
2023
New Center in Dewitt
Opened the Expanded Hand & Wrist Center in DeWitt
Welcomed Jessica Albanese, MD and David Quinzi, MD
2024
New Members, New Location, and National Award
Welcomed Dr. Zerah Ali and Dr. Kyle PlanteOpened New Camillus Orthopedic & Sports Therapy Office
Specialists One-Day Surgery Center Earns Top National Award for Outstanding Quality of Care
Expanded SOS PLUS to include weekday afternoon hours
Total Orthopedic Care for Today & The Future
Syracuse Orthopedic Specialists (SOS) continues to grow, providing total orthopedic care for even more patients.
While our organization has changed for the better since its founding in the late 1990s, we're still committed to providing the best, individualized care that meets the unique needs of each patient.