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  • Orthopedic Spine Surgery, Orthopedic Surgery, Internal Medicine
  • 36 years of experience
  • Capital Region Orthopedics Associates Pc 1367 Washington Ave Ste 200, Albany, NY 12206
  • (518) 292-2600

Brief Intro

Dr. Robert Cheney specializes in treating all aspects of the spine. He is widely regarded as one of the most experienced spine surgeons in the region. More than 50% of his practice is devoted to degenerative cervical spine care, as well as treating lumbar and thoracic conditions. He is one of a few local surgeons who can perform cervical disc replacements and Kyphoplasty Procedures -- training other doctors in these advanced techniques. Dr. Cheney is reputed for his keen technical expertise, combined with strong communication skills: "I evaluate my patients, but also educate and empower them to move forward and get better."

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Education Background

RESIDENCY

United States Army Medical Center

MEDICAL SCHOOL

The Robert Larner Md College Of Medicine At The University Of Vermont - 1989

The Robert Larner Md College Of Medicine At The University Of Vermont - 1989

Languages Spoken

  • English
  • Spanish

Location & Hours

  • Capital Region Orthopedics
  • 1367 Washington Ave Ste 200, Albany, NY 12206
  • Mon:8:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Tue:8:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Wed:8:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Thu:8:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Fri:8:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Sat:9:00 am - 12:00 pm
    Sun:Closed

Specialties Treated

  • Orthopedic Spine Surgery
  • Orthopedic Surgery
  • Internal Medicine

Conditions Addressed

  • Scoliosis or Kyphoscoliosis
  • Intervertebral Disc Degeneration
  • Ankylosing Spondylitis (AS)
  • Spinal Stenosis
  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS)
  • Fractures, Dislocations, Derangement, and Sprains
  • Osteomyelitis
  • Sciatica
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Peripheral Nerve Disorders
  • Rheumatoid Arthritis
  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Rotator cuff syndrome
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Procedures Performed

  • Physical Therapy
  • Blood transfusion
  • Sigmoidoscopy
  • Occupational Therapy Evaluation
  • Venipuncture
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Insurance Accepted

* Insurance information may change frequently. Please verify directly with the provider (doctor/clinic).

  • Wellcare
  • Medicare
  • Palmetto GBA
  • Progressive
  • EmblemHealth
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Travelers
  • Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Physicians Health Plan
  • Cigna
  • GEHA
  • Affinity Health Plan
  • Humana
  • AARP
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Vermont
  • Empire Plan
  • Medicaid
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Aetna
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • Security Life
  • CDPHP
  • Fidelis Care (NY)
  • MagnaCare
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
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  • Children's Hospital 22
  • Urology 87
  • Psychiatry 103
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