Dr. Robert David Small

Dr. Robert David Small, M.D., 63, beloved husband, father, brother and orthopedic surgeon, passed away on July 14, 2015 after a tragic biking accident.Dr. Small, of Briarcliff Manor, NY, was born on June 3, 1952 to the late Dr. Alan and Muriel Small of Easton, CT.  He graduated from Tufts University and New York Medical College, followed by an orthopedic residency at the Hospital for Joint Diseases, where he served as Chief Resident, and an orthopedic fellowship at the Hospital for Special Surgery in Manhattan.  He was an orthopedic surgeon at White Plains Hospital for over 30 years and served as Chief of the Orthopedic Institute and President of the Medical and Dental staff.  He was known as a uniquely kind, caring and compassionate physician by both patients and staff.He is survived by his beloved wife of 39 years, Dr. Catherine Butkus Small, whom he met at New York Medical College, and his cherished children, Dr. Jennifer (Dr. David) Small-Saunders, Dr. Alyson (Dr. Kenneth) Small Helmandollar and William Robert Small, a medical student at NYU.  He is also survived by his brother, Dr. Peter (Dr. Martha) Small of Easton, CT and sister, Deborah (Dr. Howard) Leaman of Salt Lake City. He will be forever remembered for his immense love of and pride in his family, joy in his work helping others, kind heart, wry sense of humor, excellence in cooking, gardening and photography, and vast love of life.  A private funeral was held on July 18.  A memorial gathering will be held on Thursday, July 30 at the Women’s Club- 305 Ridgeway, White Plains, NY 10605- from 5-9 pm.  In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Robert D. Small, M.D. Orthopedic Memorial Fund, White Plains Hospital, 41 E. Post Rd., White Plains, NY, 10601.

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