Dr. Kurt Voellmicke is a foot and ankle surgeon at HSS specializing in both operative and non-operative treatment of a wide range of orthopedic foot and ankle conditions and traumatic injuries of the lower extremity. He has a robust background in both medical practice and biomechanical research.
After earning a degree in chemical engineering at Cornell University, Dr. Voellmicke received his medical degree at Cornell University Medical College. In addition to teaching anatomy, he also worked in a biomechanics laboratory where he studied the effects of dietary boron on bone strength. At graduation, he was awarded several prestigious accolades, including the Good Physician Award, the Gustave Noback Memorial Prize in Anatomy, and the Robert M. Lintz Prize for Proficiency in Rheumatic Diseases.
Dr. Voellmicke then completed both residency and fellowship at HSS. During residency, he conducted research on femur fracture fixation and during fellowship he received an OREF grant to study the biomechanics of soft tissue attachments of the os peroneum in the foot. Following fellowship, Dr. Voellmicke served as an attending physician at HSS, providing expert coverage for the Foot and Ankle Clinic for many years.
For the past 23 years, Dr. Voellmicke has practiced in a community-based setting, bringing comprehensive care to patients of all ages. He remains dedicated to improving patient outcomes through both innovative and time-tested methods. Dr. Voellmicke's guiding principle has always been to treat each patient as an individual, with an unwavering focus on patient-centered care.
Achilles tendon problems
Ankle instability
Arthritis of the foot and ankle
Bunions
Foot and ankle deformities
Foot and ankle fractures
Foot and ankle sports injuries
Osteochondral lesions of the foot and ankle
Achilles and other tendon repairs
Ankle arthroscopy
Ankle stabilization / ligament repairs
Ankle fusion
Great toe fusion
Great toe resurfacing
Cheilectomy
Bunion Correction/Lapiplasty
Hammertoe correction
Deformity reconstruction
This provider is currently in the process of joining the networks of many commercial insurance plans and should show as a participating provider soon.
If your insurance is not listed, please call our office if you have questions regarding your insurance coverage. If you have out-of-network benefits, then your insurance may reimburse you for a portion of your office visit. We will work with you and your insurance to minimize your out-of-pocket costs. Financial assistance may be available for patients in need.
Attending Orthopedic Surgeon, Hospital for Special Surgery
Instructor in Orthopedic Surgery, Weill Cornell Medical College
Assistant Attending Orthopedic Surgeon, NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital
American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons (AAOS)
American Orthopedic Foot & Ankle Society (AOFAS)
Castle Connolly Westchester Magazine Top Doctor: 2012-2023
Castle Connolly New York Magazine Top Doctor: 2019, 2021, 2022, 2023
Castle Connolly New York Metro Area Top Doctor: 2016-2023
Medical: Cornell University, 1996
Internship: The New York Hospital, 1997
Residency: Hospital for Special Surgery, 2001
Fellowship: Foot and Ankle Surgery, Hospital for Special Surgery 2002
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As of November 06, 2024, Dr. Voellmicke reported no relationships with the healthcare industry.
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