Shoulder
Rotator cuff repair, labral repair, stabilization surgery, and biceps tendon repair.
Orthopedic surgery & sports medicine
Helping you move forward—without letting pain hold you back.
Specialized care for shoulder, elbow, hip, and knee injuries, from first evaluation through recovery.
Serving patients in Great Neck and Huntington, New York
Focused expertiseSports injuries · Joint preservation · Knee replacement
Advanced sports medicine training
Meet Dr. Capogna
Orthopedic care built around your goals.
Brian Capogna, MD, is a Long Island native and orthopedic surgeon whose practice focuses on injuries to the shoulder, elbow, hip, and knee. He treats athletes of every level, active adults, and patients seeking to regain everyday mobility.
After graduating magna cum laude from Villanova University, Dr. Capogna earned his medical degree with distinction in orthopedic research from Albert Einstein College of Medicine. He completed orthopedic surgery residency at NYU Hospital for Joint Diseases, where he served as executive chief resident.
He later completed a sports medicine fellowship at Andrews Sports Medicine & Orthopaedic Center, training in advanced surgical and nonsurgical treatment of sports injuries.
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Areas of focus
Specialized care for the way you move.
Evaluation and treatment plans are tailored to your injury, activity level, and goals.
Elbow
UCL (Tommy John) reconstruction and repair, elbow arthroscopy, and tennis elbow procedures.
Hip
Hip arthroscopy, labral repair, and endoscopic hamstring and gluteal tendon repair.
Knee
Meniscus and cartilage surgery, ligament reconstruction, and total or partial knee replacement.
Training & experience
From weekend warriors to professional athletes.
During fellowship, Dr. Capogna served as assistant team physician for the NCAA Division I Troy Trojans and participated in the care of athletes from the University of Alabama, Auburn University, the Birmingham Barons, and WWE.
His specialized interests include hip arthroscopy for femoroacetabular impingement and labral tears, as well as UCL reconstruction and repair for throwing athletes.
AOA medical honor societyNYU executive chief residentAndrews Sports Medicine fellowship
Insurance
Accepted insurance plans
Coverage varies by plan. Call the office to confirm participation and benefits before your visit.
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Patient resources
Answers for your next step.
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Hip Pain When Walking: What It Means and When to Get It Checked
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New Exercise Routine and Joint Pain: When Soreness Becomes an Injury
You start a new workout routine, feel motivated, and then it happens: your knees ache, your hips feel stiff, or your shoulder starts to throb…
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Start with a conversation.
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