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Fellowship-Trained Orthopedic Spine Surgeon Clinical Assistant Professor, NYU Langone Health
Widely recognized as a top spine surgeon in New York, Dr. Martin Quirno is board-certified and fellowship-trained in both minimally invasive and complex spinal procedures. He is known for delivering precise, patient-first care that helps individuals return to active, pain-free lives. With advanced surgical expertise and an academic role at NYU Langone, Dr. Quirno is trusted by patients across the region for outstanding spine outcomes.







Dr. Martin Quirno is a Clinical Assistant Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery at New York University Hospital for Joint Diseases. He is a fellowship-trained spine surgeon who provides consultation and treatment for patients with both common and complex spinal disorders and deformities. His approach focuses on minimizing pain, restoring function, and improving quality of life for every patient.
Originally from São Paulo, Brazil, Dr. Quirno moved to Buenos Aires, Argentina at the age of 16. He attended the prestigious CEMIC Medical School on a merit scholarship and graduated with an Honors Diploma. His dedication to academic excellence led him to New York, where he met Dr. Thomas Errico, Director of Spine Surgery at NYU Langone Health, and was invited to join as a research fellow.
Over the course of three years in clinical research, as well as during residency and fellowship training, Dr. Quirno earned numerous awards, published multiple peer-reviewed papers, and presented his research at over 80 national and international conferences. He has authored several book chapters on spine surgery and serves as an editor for orthopedic journals.
Dr. Quirno completed his orthopedic surgery residency at NYU Langone Health, where he was twice honored with the Reicher Award for Excellence in Research. Between his second and third year of residency, he was also selected for the Orthopaedic Basic Science Spine Research Fellowship at the Musculoskeletal Research Center at NYU. His post-residency training includes a Pediatric Deformity Fellowship at Shriners Medical Center in Chicago and a Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery Fellowship at RUSH Medical Center, where he trained with some of the most respected surgeons in deformity correction, minimally invasive techniques, and motion preservation.
Dr. Quirno is committed to lifelong learning and actively teaches other physicians. He is fluent in Spanish and Portuguese, and proficient in Italian and French. In his free time, he enjoys spending time with his family, playing tennis (formerly a nationally ranked player in Brazil), golfing, and skiing.
Dr. Quirno is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, serves as clinical faculty at NYU Langone Health, and speaks Spanish and Portuguese to serve a diverse patient base.
He specializes in advanced spine procedures using small incisions and precision tools to reduce recovery time, minimize discomfort, and improve long-term results.
From herniated discs to spinal deformities and work injuries, Dr. Quirno develops personalized care plans for both routine and complex cases.
Patients are often seen faster here than at other practices. Same-day and same-week appointments are frequently available.
Avoid long delays and get the answers you need. Dr. Quirno is now accepting new patients with minimal wait times. Schedule a prompt evaluation and receive a personalized treatment plan designed to get you back to living pain-free.