Dmitriy Petrov
Experienced in Cervical Myelopathy
Experienced in Cervical Myelopathy
176-60 Union Turnpike, Suite 350, 
Fresh Meadows, NY 

Overview

Dr. Dmitriy Petrov is a highly skilled and dedicated neurosurgeon specializing in spinal surgery and traumatic brain injury, with a strong focus on minimally invasive techniques and surgical innovation. As Director of Neurosurgery, Spine at Long Island Jewish Medical Center, Dr. Petrov leads efforts to advance the field of spine surgery, employing cutting-edge, patient-centered approaches that improve outcomes and enhance quality of life for individuals facing complex spinal conditions.

Dr. Petrov's integration into Northwell Health has expanded access to advanced spinal neurosurgical care across the region, bringing specialized expertise in areas previously underserved. His commitment to surgical innovation and patient experience is central to his mission of delivering the highest standard of care.

A graduate of Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, Dr. Petrov built a strong foundation in neurological sciences and surgical disciplines. He completed his neurosurgery residency at the University of Pennsylvania. Following residency, he served as an Assistant Professor of Neurosurgery at the University of Pennsylvania, where he contributed to advancing spinal and neurotrauma research and trained the next generation of neurosurgeons.

In addition to his clinical and academic roles, Dr. Petrov holds a Master's in Healthcare Innovation (MHCI) from the University of Pennsylvania, underscoring his dedication to reimagining care delivery and improving patient outcomes. His focus on innovative, minimally invasive spine techniques and robotics reflects a deep commitment to reducing recovery times, enhancing safety, and optimizing patient experience.

Dr. Petrov is also the founding member and former President of the TBI Recovery Project, a non-profit organization devoted to improving the lives of patients with traumatic brain injuries through research, education, and advocacy. His work has influenced evolving treatment paradigms in brain injury recovery and continues to impact the broader neurosurgical community.

An active member of leading professional societies, Dr. Petrov remains at the forefront of surgical innovation, research, and education, ensuring that his patients receive compassionate, precision-driven care informed by the latest advancements in the field.

Dr. Petrov is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cervical Myelopathy. His top areas of expertise are Spinal Stenosis, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Subdural Hematoma, Osteotomy, and Gastrostomy.

His clinical research consists of co-authoring 61 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.

Graduate Institution
Rutgers Medical School At Piscataway
Specialties
Neurosurgery
Licenses
Neurological Surgery in PA
Board Certifications
American Board Of Neurological Surgery
Hospital Affiliations
Hofstra/Northwell School Of Medicine/Nursing
South Shore University Hospital
Plainview Hospital
Northern Westchester Hospital
Mather Hospital
Long Island Jewish Valley Stream
Long Island Jewish Medical Center
Long Island Jewish Forest Hills
Huntington Hospital
Glen Cove Hospital
Staten Island University Hospital
North Shore University Hospital
North Shore University Hospital Syosset
Peconic Bay Medical Center
Phelps Hospital
Lenox Hill Hospital
Languages Spoken
English
Gender
Male

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Accepted insurance plans:

Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO

Locations

Northwell Health Physician Partners at Fresh Meadows
176-60 Union Turnpike, Suite 350, Fresh Meadows, NY 11366
Other Locations
Northwell Health Physician Partners Neurosciences and Cardiology at Rego Park
95-25 Queens Boulevard, Suite D, Rego Park, NY 11374
Northwell Health Neurosurgery & Spine
805 Northern Boulevard, Suite 100, Great Neck, NY 11021

Additional Areas of Focus

Dr. Petrov has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.

Cervical Myelopathy
Osteoarthritis
Spinal Stenosis

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.


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