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  • Leave of Absence Paperwork

    New Process for Disability/FMLA Form Requests

    Effective Thursday April 24th, Syracuse Orthopedic Specialists will partner with MedRecs Management to handle all Disability and FMLA form requests. As a result, we will no longer accept Disability or FMLA forms in our offices. A limited selection of forms will still be accepted at our reception desk; this list will be available on our website. All other forms must be submitted through the new process. Click here to request a disability or FMLA form completion You'll upload your form,

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  • Woman Holding Wrist after Fall

    FOOSH Isn’t Fun!

    Although FOOSH sounds like a sound the Lorax would make in a Dr. Seuss story, a FOOSH (Fall onto an Outstretched Hand) injury is serious and can lead to several types of damage. A FOOSH injury commonly occurs when someone tries to break a fall with their hands, resulting in damage to the wrist, forearm, or shoulder. They can affect anyone, but are especially prevalent among athletes, children, and older adults at risk of falling. The providers with the Syracuse Orthopedic Specialists’ (SOS) Hand

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  • 2025 SOS and SOS PLUS Easter Weekend Hours

    2025 SOS and SOS PLUS Easter Weekend Hours

    SOS & SOS PLUS 2025 Easter Weekend Hours Friday, 4/18/2025 SOS Offices Open SOS PLUS Open 12:45PM - 4PM, one hour break, 5PM - 8:30PM Saturday, 4/19/2025 SOS PLUS Open 9AM - 1PM Sunday, 4/20/2025 SOS PLUS Closed Monday, 4/21/2025 SOS Offices Open SOS PLUS Open 12:45PM - 4PM, one hour break, 5PM - 8:30PM

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  • Justin Iorio, MD

    Dr. Justin Iorio Elected to Editorial Board of Global Spine Journal

    Dr. Justin Iorio, from the SOS Neck & Back team, has recently been elected to the editorial board of the Global Spine Journal, the official journal of AO Spine. This appointment highlights Dr. Iorio's significant contributions to the field of spine surgery, as he consistently provides insightful and thorough evaluations of key research papers submitted for publication. In this new role, he will oversee the review process for research within the spine surgery community, ensuring the publication o

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  • Plus size woman running in the park in spring

    Running and Track Injuries to the Foot and Ankle

    As the roads clear of snow and Central New Yorkers gear up for outdoor activity many runners are anxious to dust off their trainers and get outside for an open run. The physicians at Syracuse Orthopedic Specialists (SOS) encourage novice and seasoned runners to enjoy their runs safely this year. Zerah Ali, DPM, and member of the SOS Foot and Ankle Team, discusses safety for runners. “Maintaining foot and ankle health is crucial for runners of all levels, whether they are recreational, competiti

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