"Amir Dehdashti, MD, FACS, is a renowned neurosurgeon, and one of the few dual-trained cerebrovascular and skull base surgeons in America. He serves as the director of cerebrovascular neurosurgery research at North Shore University Hospital, and Professor of Neurosurgery at the Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell.Dr. Dehdashti's areas of expertise include cerebrovascular surgery for brain aneurysms and arteriovenous malformations, brainstem cavernous malformations, carotid artery disease, and bypass surgery for moyamoya disease and brain aneurysms. He specializes in skull base surgery for acoustic neuromas and meningiomas, minimally invasive endoscopic skull base surgery for pituitary and other skull base tumors, cranial nerve surgery for trigeminal neuralgia and hemifacial spasm, and craniovertebral junction surgery including Chiari. He has developed minimally invasive approaches to many complex cerebrovascular and cranial base diseases, and is one of a few neurosurgeons in the country with internationally recognized expertise in bypass surgery. With 14 years in practice as a board-certified neurosurgeon, Dr. Dehdashti understands the intricacies and delicate nature of brain surgery, and approaches each unique case with meticulous attention to detail. He is dedicated to providing the latest, most effective surgical options that offer the best possible outcomes, which is why patients both nationally and internationally are often referred to him. A global leader in neurosurgical research, Dr. Dehdashti has been published in more than 170 medical papers, including the textbook ""Surgery of Craniovertebral Junction. Dr. Dehdashti is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arteriovenous Malformation. His top areas of expertise are Moyamoya Disease, Pituitary Tumor, Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation, Cerebral Artery Bypass Surgery, and Extracranial-Intracranial Bypass Surgery.

Athos Patsalides is a Neuroradiologist and an Interventional Radiologist in New Hyde Park, New York. Dr. Patsalides is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arteriovenous Malformation. His top areas of expertise are Brain Aneurysm, Arteriovenous Malformation, Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation, Stent Placement, and Endovascular Embolization.

David Chalif is a Neurosurgery provider in Westbury, New York. Dr. Chalif is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arteriovenous Malformation. His top areas of expertise are Brain Aneurysm, Apoplexy, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Craniectomy, and Awake Craniotomy.

Johanna Fifi is a Neurosurgery specialist and a Neurologist in Long Island City, New York. Dr. Fifi is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arteriovenous Malformation. Her top areas of expertise are Vein of Galen Aneurysm, Stroke, Brain Aneurysm, Thrombectomy, and Stent Placement.

Alan Dardik is a Vascular Surgeon in New York, New York. Dr. Dardik is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arteriovenous Malformation. His top areas of expertise are Arteriovenous Malformation, Peripheral Artery Disease, Carotid Artery Disease, Angioplasty, and Carotid Artery Surgery.

Alejandro Berenstein is a Neurosurgery specialist and a Radiologist in New York, New York. Dr. Berenstein is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arteriovenous Malformation. His top areas of expertise are Vein of Galen Aneurysm, Arteriovenous Malformation, Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation, Liver Embolization, and Stent Placement.

Dr. Goenka is board-certified in radiation oncology and physics and has extensive experience with proton radiotherapy, intensity modulated radiation therapy, stereotactic body radiation therapy and brachytherapy applications.He received his medical degree at Johns Hopkins University and completed his post graduate training at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center. He specializes in the treatment of cancers of all subsites, including brain, head and neck, lung, breast, esophageal, colorectal/anal, prostate, and gynecological malignancies.Dr. Goenka is the recipient of several leadership awards, has published numerous articles and abstracts in national and international journals and has participated as a guest speaker internationally. He holds memberships at the American Medical Association, American Societyfor Therapeutic Radiology and Oncology, and American Association of Physicians of Indian Origin among others and is actively involved in Community Outreach programs. Dr. Goenka is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arteriovenous Malformation. His top areas of expertise are Oligodendroglioma, Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET), Posterior Fossa Tumor, Gamma Knife Radiosurgery, and Gastrostomy.

David Siegel is a Radiologist and an Interventional Radiologist in New Hyde Park, New York. Dr. Siegel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arteriovenous Malformation. His top areas of expertise are Aberrant Subclavian Artery, Blue Rubber Bleb Nevus Syndrome, Varicocele, and Arteriovenous Malformation.

Craig Warshall is a Radiologist and a Neuroradiologist in New Hyde Park, New York. Dr. Warshall is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arteriovenous Malformation. His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation, Cerebellar Multiple System Atrophy, and Subarachnoid Hemorrhage.

Drew Caplin is a Radiologist and an Interventional Radiologist in New Hyde Park, New York. Dr. Caplin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arteriovenous Malformation. His top areas of expertise are Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Fractured Spine, Secondary Peritonitis, Vertebroplasty, and Thrombectomy.

Igor Lobko is a Radiologist and an Interventional Radiologist in New Hyde Park, New York. Dr. Lobko is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arteriovenous Malformation. His top areas of expertise are Ureterocele, Visceromegaly, Colorectal Cancer, Liver Embolization, and Gastrostomy.

Dr. Yana Etkin is board certified vascular surgeon and an Associate Professor of Surgery at the Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/ Northwell. She serves as the Associate Chief of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery and a Program Director for the Vascular Surgery Fellowship and Residency programs.Dr. Etkin received her medical degree from the Downstate Medical Center. She completed a residency in General Surgery at Montefiore Medical Center and a fellowship in Vascular Surgery at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania.Dr. Etkin is a passionate educator who mentored and trained numerous medical students, residents, and fellows. Her efforts have been recognized by several teaching and mentorship awards including Northwell Health Teacher of the Year, Award for Excellence in Resident Education and AMA Inspiration Award. She is an active member of numerous committees in local, regional and national societies with current and past leadership roles. In 2023, she has been elected as one of the directors for the Vascular Surgery Board of the American Board of Surgery.She maintains busy clinical practice with special expertise in aortic surgery, venous pathology, critical limb ischemia, and dialysis access. Dr. Etkin also runs an active clinical research program focused on novel vascular surgical techniques and patient outcomes. She has authored over 40 peer-reviewed articles and several book chapters. She is an Associate Editor for Annals of Vascular Surgery Brief Reports and Innovations journal and is on the editorial board of several other medical journals. She has been an invited speaker and has led workshops/courses at more than 50 regional, national and international programs. Dr. Etkin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arteriovenous Malformation. Her top areas of expertise are Varicose Veins, Peripheral Artery Disease, Idiopathic Edema, Osteotomy, and Pancreaticoduodenectomy.

Gregg Landis is a Vascular Surgeon in Lake Success, New York. Dr. Landis is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arteriovenous Malformation. His top areas of expertise are Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA), Carotid Artery Disease, Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Carotid Artery Surgery, and Orchiectomy.

Jeffrey Silpe is a Vascular Surgeon in Lake Success, New York. Dr. Silpe is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arteriovenous Malformation. His top areas of expertise are Varicose Veins, Arterial Tortuosity Syndrome, Venous Insufficiency, and Stasis Dermatitis and Ulcers.

Dr. Sean Davidson Alcantara is a highly skilled and dedicated vascular surgeon who specializes in vascular surgery. He provides compassionate and comprehensive care to his patients at Long Island Jewish Medical Center, North Shore University Hospital, and Long Island Jewish - Forest Hills. He has office locations in Lake Success and Fresh Meadows.Board certified in Surgery by the American Board of Surgery, Dr. Alcantara is an expert in his field. His expertise also extends to Vascular Surgery, as he is board certified by the American Board of Surgery in General-Vascular Surgery. With a deep understanding of the complexities of vascular conditions, he is able to provide innovative and effective treatment plans.Dr. Alcantara has a wide range of areas of focus, including aortic surgery, aneurysm surgery, carotid surgery, carotid stenting, peripheral vascular disease, open and endovascular surgery, limb salvage, venous insufficiency, varicose vein disease, and dialysis access.Dr. Alcantara earned his MD from Temple University School of Medicine and completed his residency in General Surgery at Mt Sinai West. He further honed his skills through a prestigious fellowship at Mount Sinai Hospital and Medical Center specializing in Vascular Surgery.In addition to his clinical practice, Dr. Alcantara is actively involved in teaching and mentoring medical students and residents. He holds an academic title of Assistant Professor at the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell. He also serves as the Associate Program Director for the Vascular Surgery Residency and Fellowship, providing valuable guidance and instruction to aspiring vascular surgeons.With his expertise, dedication, and commitment to his patients, Dr. Alcantara strives to deliver the highest standard of care and improve the lives of those he treats. His contributions to the field of vascular surgery are invaluable, and he continues to make a positive impact on the healthcare community.(Note: This biography is within the specified character limit of 4500 characters.). Dr. Alcantara is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arteriovenous Malformation. His top areas of expertise are Arterial Tortuosity Syndrome, Arterial Insufficiency, Varicose Veins, Gangrene, and Gastrostomy.

"Andrew Salama, DDS, MD, is the chief of oral and maxillofacial surgery at Long Island Jewish Medical Center at Northwell. He specializes in head and neck cancer and microvascular reconstruction.Dr. Salama's path toward his specialty actually began in the waiting room of his oral and maxillofacial surgeon, when he was preparing to get his wisdom teeth removed as a college student. Amid the usual magazines were medical journals describing surgeries related to oral and maxillofacial surgery.""I thought it was fascinating. Dr. Salama is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arteriovenous Malformation. His top areas of expertise are Tongue Cancer, Ewing Sarcoma, Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma, Osteotomy, and Glossectomy.

"Michael Schulder, MD, is the vice chair of neurosurgery at North Shore University Hospital and Long Island Jewish Medical Center. He is also the director of the Brain Tumor Center at the Institute for Neurology and Neurosurgery-which treats more than 600 patients annually-and co-director of the Center for Stereotactic Radiosurgery, where his team offers the latest treatment technologies. His research focuses on improving methods of image guidance for brain tumor surgery, and on new techniques for radiosurgery.""I've always been fascinated by the workings of the brain and how it gives rise to our thoughts. Dr. Schulder is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arteriovenous Malformation. His top areas of expertise are Astrocytoma, Glioblastoma, Brain Tumor, Gamma Knife Radiosurgery, and Awake Craniotomy.

Shaun Rodgers is a General Surgeon and a Neurosurgery provider in New Hyde Park, New York. Dr. Rodgers is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arteriovenous Malformation. His top areas of expertise are Cerebellum Agenesis Hydrocephaly, Plagiocephaly, Hydrocephalus, Posterior Fossa Decompression, and Endoscopic Transnasal Transsphenoidal Surgery.

Specializing in pediatric and congenital disorders of the brain, skull, scalp, spinal cord, spine, and nerves.This includes craniosynostosis, Chiari malformation, brain arteriovenous malformations, brain tumors, hydrocephalus, arachnoid cysts, spinal cord tumors, tethered spinal cord, brain and spine trauma. Dr. Mittler is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arteriovenous Malformation. His top areas of expertise are Hydrocephalus, Cerebellum Agenesis Hydrocephaly, Chiari Malformation Type 2, Posterior Fossa Decompression, and Laminectomy.

Steven Schneider is a General Surgeon and a Neurosurgery provider in New Hyde Park, New York. Dr. Schneider has been practicing medicine for over 43 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arteriovenous Malformation. His top areas of expertise are Cerebellum Agenesis Hydrocephaly, Hydrocephalus, Dysembryoplastic Neuroepithelial Tumors (DNET), Posterior Fossa Decompression, and Endoscopic Transnasal Transsphenoidal Surgery.