About Dr. Ferrara
Dr. Ferrara grew up in Otsego County NY. After spending a year studying in Brazil, he graduated Cum Laude and Phi Beta Kappa from the University of Vermont. Dr. Ferrara received his MD from Albany Medical College and stayed on at Albany Medical Center for his orthopedic residency training. Dr. Ferrara then completed a hand, microvascular, and upper extremity fellowship at Brown University/Rhode Island Hospital.
Dr. Ferrara’s practice covers conditions affecting the hand, wrist, and elbow. He is a member of the American Society for Surgery of the Hand.
Dr. Ferrara spends his time outside of work with his wife and two sons.
Experience & Resources
Education
Medical School
Albany Medical College, Albany, NY – MD, 2003
Fellowship
Brown University, Rhode Island Hospital, Providence, RI – Fellowship in Hand, Upper Extremity, and Microvascular Surgery, 2008-2009
Residency
Albany Medical College, Albany, NY – Orthopedic Surgery, 2003-2008
Board Certifications
- Board Certified in Orthopedic Surgery by the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery (ABOS)
Patient Resources
Affiliations
- Saratoga Hospital
- OrthoNY Surgical Suites
Dr. Ferrara’s Reviews
He’s absolutely amazing! I’ve had to have 2 surges in 6 months and he’s don’t an amazing by job both times!
Josie Gould
June 5th 2026
Josie Gould
June 5th 2026
Arrived early but was not a problem. Prompt attention from friendly office staff. Short Wait before taking into exam room. All staff very friendly. Dr explained everything ahead of time of what …
Linda Prashaw
June 4th 2026
Linda Prashaw
June 4th 2026
My second visit to Dr. Ferrara (the first was in 2024). Another flawless experience: scheduling was easy, the front desk staff efficient, and I was in and out in under 30 minutes… …
Dave Smukler
May 31st 2026
Dave Smukler
May 31st 2026
Very professional, prompt service and no waiting
Patient
May 29th 2026
Patient
May 29th 2026
Very well organized group. They keep you informed and update, easy peasy.
H Madara
May 28th 2026
H Madara
May 28th 2026
Dr Ferrara is amazing. From my first consultation with him to my surgery, everyone involved was super nice and very friendly. I would opt to go to him and his staff for …
Jenn Lindsey
May 22nd 2026
Jenn Lindsey
May 22nd 2026
He is great !
Ann Hegney
May 21st 2026
Ann Hegney
May 21st 2026
Dr Ferrara was wonderful !! He was knowledgeable, easy to talk to & took time to listen. And my elbow feels GREAT!!!!!
clare rainwater
May 12th 2026
clare rainwater
May 12th 2026
Orthny was able to get me in for an appointment within a few days. Dr. Ferrara was very professional and competent.
Carol Lantz
May 10th 2026
Carol Lantz
May 10th 2026
The doctor got me in same day. I didn’t have to wait long and he was very professional thank you
Gennaro Palmieri
May 9th 2026
Gennaro Palmieri
May 9th 2026