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
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
Great experience, wonderful staff, short wait and Dr Ferrara is the best.
Mary Hoefgen
May 9th 2026
Mary Hoefgen
May 9th 2026
Always very accommodating. Actively listens and is proactive. Very proactive about treatments and helping problem solve. Doesn’t waste time. Highly recommend for wrists, hands, elbows.
Kendra Kramer
May 8th 2026
Kendra Kramer
May 8th 2026
He is extremely professional yet very personable.L
Kim Lipka
May 5th 2026
Kim Lipka
May 5th 2026
The doctor was very pleasant and really helped me
MaryAnn Mondello
May 4th 2026
MaryAnn Mondello
May 4th 2026
Dr Ferrara has always been positive & professional. A perfect provider to me over decades!
Tom Moody
May 2nd 2026
Tom Moody
May 2nd 2026
The facility and all the staff were great. Very professional but also friendly, putting me at ease. The surgery was done in less than 10 minutes. As soon as I was feeling …
peter dandreano
May 1st 2026
peter dandreano
May 1st 2026
Dr. Ferrara is truly wonderful to work with. I’ve seen him multiple times. He’s always so kind and personable. Takes time to talk and not rush. I appreciate that and talking through …
Trisha Dunn
May 1st 2026
Trisha Dunn
May 1st 2026