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Helene Pavlov, MD, FACR
RadiologistAbout Dr. Pavlov
Dr. Pavlov is the Radiologist-in-Chief Emerita of the Department of Radiology and is no longer providing patient care at the Hospital. Dr. Pavlov continues to be involved educational and research activities.
Special Expertise
Sports Medicine ImagingInsurance
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Credentials
Appointments
Radiologist-in-Chief Emerita, Radiology and Imaging, Hospital for Special Surgery
Attending Radiologist, Hospital for Special Surgery
Attending Radiologist, NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital
Professor of Radiology, Weill Cornell Medical College
Affiliations
American Academy of Orthopaedic SurgeonsAmerican Association of Women Radiologists
American College of Radiology
American College of Sports Medicine
American Roentgen Ray Society
Association of University Radiologists
International Skeletal Society
Medical Society of the County of New York
New York Academy of Medicine
Radiologic Society of North America
Society for Health Services Research in Radiology
Society of Medical Jurisprudence
Society of Skeletal Radiologists
Certifications
National Board of Medical Examiners, 1973Diplomate American Board of Radiology, 1976
Awards
American Academy Orthropedic Surgery
Elizabeth Winston Lanier Kappa Delta Award, 2004
North American Spine Society Award for 'Outstanding Research Paper in Orthopaedics,' 1997
Nicholas Andry Award for 'Outstanding Achievement in the Field of Orthopaedic Surgery,' 1994
RT Image 'Top 25 Most Influential People,' 2004, 2006
Consumer's Research Council of America: Guide to America's Top Radiologists. First Edition, 2002-2003
Castle ConnellyAmerica's Top Doctors: New York - Metro Area, 2000-2013
Society of Medical Jurisprudence Board of Trustees, 2000
'Best Doctors in New York', New York Magazine, 2000, 2001, 2013
Inducted into Gallery of Success: Temple University School of Medicine, 2008
Education
MD, Temple University School of Medicine, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 1972Residency
Germantown Hospital, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 1973-1976Fellowship
Hospital for Special Surgery, Musculoskeletal Radiology, New York, 1976-1977New York Hospital/Cornell University Medical College, Skeletal Radiology, New York, 1976-1977
State Licensure
New York
Languages
EnglishFor My Patients
Publications by Dr. Pavlov
Patient Education
Selected Journal Articles
Selected Books/Chapters
Pavlov H, Ghelman B, Vigorita V: Atlas of Knee Menisci – An Arthrographic-Pathologic Correlation. Appleton-Century Crofts, New York, May 1983.
Pavlov H, Torg JS: The Running Athlete – Roentgenograms and Remedies. YearBook Medical Publishers, Chicago, April 1987.
Pavlov H, Burke M, Giesa M, Seager K, White E: An Orthopaedist Guide to Plain Film Positioning. Thieme. New York, New York. January 1999.
Research
Clinical Trials / Research Studies
Industry Relationships
HSS has a long history of supporting appropriate relationships with industry because they advance HSS's mission to provide the highest quality patient care, improve patient mobility, and enhance the quality of life for all, and to advance the science of orthopedic surgery, rheumatology, and their related disciplines through research and education.
Below are the healthcare industry relationships reported by Dr. Pavlov as of November 22, 2019.
- Philips Medical Systems - receives royalties for online educational materials
HSS and its physicians make this information available to patients and the public, thus creating a transparent environment for those who are interested in this information. Further, the HSS Conflicts of Interest and Commitment Policy prohibits physicians from collecting royalties on products they develop that are used on patients at HSS. Patients should feel free to ask their HSS physicians questions about these relationships.