The 20 Best Chiari Malformation Doctors Near Me in New York, US

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 411 doctor with experience in Chiari Malformation near New York, US. Of these, 360 are Experienced, 41 are Advanced and 8 are Distinguished.

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    Peter L. Roux
    Experienced in Chiari Malformation
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Chiari Malformation
    Neurosurgery

    Bassett Medical Center

    1 Atwell Road, 
    Cooperstown, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    . Dr. Roux is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chiari Malformation. His top areas of expertise are Brain Aneurysm, Hydrocephalus, Subdural Hematoma, Laminectomy, and Awake Craniotomy.

    Philip E. Stieg
    Advanced in Chiari Malformation
    Neurosurgery
    Advanced in Chiari Malformation
    Neurosurgery

    Weill Cornell Medicine Brain & Spine Center At Upper East Side Campus

    525 E 68th St, Starr Pavilion, Room 651, 
    New York, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Philip Stieg is a Neurosurgery provider in New York, New York. Dr. Stieg is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chiari Malformation. His top areas of expertise are Meningioma, Glioblastoma, Metastatic Brain Tumor, Nerve Decompression, and Gastrostomy.

    Neil A. Feldstein
    Distinguished in Chiari Malformation
    Neurosurgery | General Surgery
    Distinguished in Chiari Malformation
    Neurosurgery | General Surgery

    CUIMC/Neurological Institute Of New York

    710 West 168th Street, 
    New York, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr. Feldstein has been the director of the Division of Pediatric Neurological Surgery since his arrival in 1994. Among his interests and expertise is a national reputation in the management of Chiari Malformations and spinal dysraphism. He has an active practice in such subspecialty areas as brain and spinal cord tumors, craniofacial abnormalities, vascular malformations such as Moyamoya, AVMs and cavernous malformations. In an effort to decrease operative time and morbidity as well as hospital stay he has begun to utilize endoscopic assistance to perform common procedures through smaller incisions. This is currently seen in the management of craniosynostosis, chiari malformations and in certain forms of hydrocephalus. Dr. Feldstein’s practice is based at the Morgan Stanley Children’s Hospital of New York.His special interests include spinal dysraphism/tethered spinal cord, craniofacial surgery, brain tumors, chiari malformations, syringomyelia, vascular (Moyamoya, Aneurysm, Arteriovenous Malformations). Dr. Feldstein is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chiari Malformation. His top areas of expertise are Chiari Malformation, Chiari Malformation Type 2, Myelomeningocele, Posterior Fossa Decompression, and Rhizotomy.

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    Jeffrey Greenfield
    Distinguished in Chiari Malformation
    Distinguished in Chiari Malformation

    Neurological Surgery

    1305 York Ave Fl 9, 
    New York, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Jeffrey Greenfield is a Neurosurgery provider in New York, New York. Dr. Greenfield is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chiari Malformation. His top areas of expertise are Chiari Malformation, Chiari Malformation Type 2, Syringomyelia, Chiari Malformation Type 1, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Greenfield is currently accepting new patients.

    Randy S. D'amico
    Advanced in Chiari Malformation
    Advanced in Chiari Malformation

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Neurosurgery & Spine At Lenox Hill

    130 East 77th Street, Black Hall, 3rd Floor, 
    New York, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    "Randy D'Amico, MD, joined Northwell Health's Lenox Hill Hospital in 2019 as a neurosurgeon specializing in skull base and endoscopic procedures. He treats brain and spinal cord tumors using the latest technologies. These include fluorescence-guided resection, which helps surgeons better visualize a tumor within the brain and remove it without damaging surrounding tissue; and advanced neuromonitoring and brain mapping for awake brain and spinal cord surgery. He also uses highly targeted, minimally invasive radiosurgery to treat brain tumors.""Medicine has been a passion since I was young,"" Dr. D'Amico says. ""I think the best part of being a doctor is that you get to help not just patients, but also their loved ones. It's never just one person that you're treating-you're caring for the community that surrounds that person.""After graduating from Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, Dr. D'Amico completed a neurosurgical residency at New York-Presbyterian Columbia University Irving Medical Center, where he conducted neuro-oncology research in the Bartoli Brain Tumor Laboratory. He received his neuro-oncology fellowship training at Lenox Hill Hospital.Dr. D'Amico values a team approach to care because it ensures that patients are getting second and third opinions about their treatment plans from leading experts in the field of neurosurgery. ""We have amazing doctors who continuously push the envelope in terms of what we can offer patients,"" he says. ""We use cutting-edge technologies that result in great outcomes.""In addition to caring for patients, Dr. D'Amico is assistant professor of neurosurgery at the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell and hosts Tumor Talk, a webinar series on the latest research published in the Journal of Neuro-Oncology. He is also a member of the American Association of Neurological Surgeons/Congress of Neurological Surgeons joint section, a group that focuses on the latest developments within subspecialties of neurosurgery. His research interests include fluorescence-guided resection and brachytherapy, the targeted placement of radiation therapy to treat brain metastases.""Overall, neurosurgery is a young field,"" Dr. D'Amico says. ""At Lenox Hill, we're continuously advancing treatment, which means that we're contributing not only to our patient care, but also to the way neurosurgery is performed nationally and internationally.""". Dr. D'amico is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chiari Malformation. His top areas of expertise are Brain Tumor, Glioma, Astrocytoma, Posterior Fossa Decompression, and Awake Craniotomy.

    Mark A. Mittler
    Advanced in Chiari Malformation
    Neurosurgery | General Surgery
    Advanced in Chiari Malformation
    Neurosurgery | General Surgery

    Long Island Neurosurgical Associates PC

    410 Lakeville Rd, Suite 204, 
    Lake Success, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    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 Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chiari Malformation. His top areas of expertise are Hydrocephalus, Cerebellum Agenesis Hydrocephaly, Chiari Malformation Type 2, Posterior Fossa Decompression, and Laminectomy.

    Richard E. Temes
    Advanced in Chiari Malformation
    Neurosurgery | Neurology
    Advanced in Chiari Malformation
    Neurosurgery | Neurology
    300 Community Drive, 
    Manhasset, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Richard Temes is a Neurologist and a Neurosurgery provider in Manhasset, New York. Dr. Temes is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chiari Malformation. His top areas of expertise are Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Brain Herniation, Chiari Malformation Type 1, Chiari Malformation, and Gastrostomy.

    Heustein L. Sy
    Advanced in Chiari Malformation
    Neurosurgery | Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Chiari Malformation
    Neurosurgery | Internal Medicine
    100 E 77th Street, 
    New York, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Mandarin

    Heustein Sy is an Internal Medicine specialist and a Neurosurgery provider in New York, New York. Dr. Sy is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chiari Malformation. His top areas of expertise are Chiari Malformation Type 1, Brain Herniation, Chiari Malformation, and Subarachnoid Hemorrhage.

    Craig E. Warshall
    Advanced in Chiari Malformation
    Neuroradiology | Radiology
    Advanced in Chiari Malformation
    Neuroradiology | Radiology
    270-5 76th Avenue, 
    New Hyde Park, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

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

    Aladine A. Elsamadicy
    Advanced in Chiari Malformation
    Advanced in Chiari Malformation

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Neurosurgery & Spine At Lynbrook

    444 Merrick Road, Suite 106A, 
    Lynbrook, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Aladine A. Elsamadicy is an Assistant Professor of Neurosurgery in the Department of Neurosurgery at Donald and Barbra Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell Health. He completed his undergraduate studies at Vanderbilt University, where he studied biomedical engineering and mathematics, and was awarded Vanderbilt Top 10 Outstanding Seniors Award. He completed his medical degree at the Duke University School of Medicine where he developed his passion for Neurosurgery and Spine. Dr. Elsamadicy was a Feagin Leadership Scholar and received multiple research awards including the Eugen A. Stead, Jr. Research Scholarship and the B.W. Stiles Scholarship.Dr. Elsamadicy completed his neurosurgery residency at the Yale-New Haven Hospital, where he was awarded with the Dennis D. Spencer Award in Academic Achievement, the Resident Teaching Award, and the Paul Kalanithi Award. Before he completed his training, he completed a Pediatric Spine Deformity Fellowship at Shriners Hospital for Children in Philadelphia and later served as Chief Resident for the Department of Neurosurgery.Dr. Elsamadicy has published over 250 peer-reviewed publications mostly focused on clinical outcomes research in Neurosurgery and Spine Surgery. Given his work, he was recognized by the North American Spine Society (NASS) 20 Under 40.To Dr. Elsamadicy, the most gratifying part of his profession is the ability to provide meaningful connections with his patients and improve their quality of life through skilled-surgical approaches to the spine.Dr. Elsamadicy currently works in the Northwell Health Department of Neurosurgery at North Shore University Hospital and Long Island Jewish Medical Center, where he focuses on treatment of patients with spinal disorders, including spine deformity, scoliosis, degenerative disc disease, cervical/thoracic spinal cord stenosis, myelopathy, spine fractures and more. Dr. Elsamadicy is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chiari Malformation. His top areas of expertise are Spinal Tumor, Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis, Cervical Spondylosis, Spinal Fusion, and Laminectomy.

    Alan A. Johnson
    Advanced in Chiari Malformation
    Neuroradiology | Radiology
    Advanced in Chiari Malformation
    Neuroradiology | Radiology
    611 Northern Boulevard, Suite 250, 
    Great Neck, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Alan Johnson is a Radiologist and a Neuroradiologist in Great Neck, New York. Dr. Johnson is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chiari Malformation. His top areas of expertise are Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation, Cerebellum Agenesis Hydrocephaly, Arachnoid Cysts, Familial Porencephaly, and Laminectomy.

    Amir R. Dehdashti
    Advanced in Chiari Malformation
    Advanced in Chiari Malformation

    Northwell Health Neurosurgery & Spine

    805 Northern Boulevard, Suite 100, 
    Great Neck, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Farsi, French, Italian

    Amir Dehdashti is a Neurosurgery provider in Great Neck, New York. Dr. Dehdashti is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chiari Malformation. His top areas of expertise are Moyamoya Disease, Pituitary Tumor, Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation, Cerebral Artery Bypass Surgery, and Extracranial-Intracranial Bypass Surgery.

    Shaun D. Rodgers
    Advanced in Chiari Malformation
    Neurosurgery | General Surgery
    Advanced in Chiari Malformation
    Neurosurgery | General Surgery

    Long Island Neurosurgical Associates PC

    410 Lakeville Rd, Suite 204, 
    Lake Success, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

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

    Ashesh D. Mehta
    Advanced in Chiari Malformation
    Neurosurgery | General Surgery
    Advanced in Chiari Malformation
    Neurosurgery | General Surgery

    Northwell Health Neurosurgery & Spine

    805 Northern Boulevard, Suite 100, 
    Great Neck, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Gujarati , Hindi, Spanish
    Offers Telehealth

    "Ashesh D. Mehta, MD, PhD, is director of neurosurgery at Glen Cove Hospital and director of epilepsy surgery at North Shore University Hospital. He is also the director of the Laboratory of Human Brain Mapping at the Feinstein Institutes for Medical Research and has 15 years of experience as a practicing neurosurgeon.Dr. Mehta attended New York University Medical Center for his fellowship in epilepsy surgery and New York Presbyterian Hospital for his residency in neurosurgery. He came to Northwell Health in 2006 with a focus on epilepsy surgery, functional brain mapping, brain and spine tumors and trauma, and degenerative spine disease. He also specializes in radiosurgery, as well as functional neurosurgery and neuromodulation.Along with his peers at the Feinstein Institutes, Dr. Mehta is at the forefront of new innovations in minimally invasive neurosurgical techniques. He has authored numerous articles for medical journals and book chapters in neurosurgery, neurophysiology and epilepsy, and has been featured on national television as an expert in a variety of neuroscience topics. He has also presented his research and clinical findings at international meetings, and has received National Institutes of Health (NIH) funding to perform brain research at Northwell Health toward the development of innovative therapies for the treatment of neurological disease. He has repeatedly been recognized as one of Castle Connolly's ""Top Doctors"".Dr. Mehta's research is focused on advancing minimally invasive neurosurgical techniques to improve precision and reduce recovery time, which he finds to be the most rewarding aspect of his career, because it helps people get back to their normal lives as quickly, efficiently and painlessly as possible. His work in clinical trials includes Stereotactic Laser Ablation for Temporal Lobe Epilepsy (SLATE), which was designed to further expand the use of Medtronic's Visualase MRI-Guided Laser Ablation System. As an assistant professor of neurosurgery at the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell, Dr. Mehta instructs future neurosurgeons in these new techniques.". Dr. Mehta is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chiari Malformation. His top areas of expertise are Seizures, Epilepsy, Subdural Hematoma, Awake Craniotomy, and Deep Brain Stimulation.

    Tania J. Rebeiz
    Advanced in Chiari Malformation
    Neurosurgery
    Advanced in Chiari Malformation
    Neurosurgery
    300 Community Drive, 
    Manhasset, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic, French
    Offers Telehealth

    Tania Rebeiz is a Neurosurgery provider in Manhasset, New York. Dr. Rebeiz is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chiari Malformation. Her top areas of expertise are Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Stroke, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, and Cerebellum Agenesis Hydrocephaly.

    Distinguished in Chiari Malformation
    Neurosurgery
    Distinguished in Chiari Malformation
    Neurosurgery

    Intra-Operative Monotoring Solutions Inc.

    1991 Marcus Ave, 
    New Hyde Park, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Paolo Bolognese is a Neurosurgery provider in New Hyde Park, New York. Dr. Bolognese is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chiari Malformation. His top areas of expertise are Chiari Malformation Type 2, Chiari Malformation, Chiari Malformation Type 1, Posterior Fossa Decompression, and Laminectomy.

    Distinguished in Chiari Malformation
    Pediatric Neurology
    Distinguished in Chiari Malformation
    Pediatric Neurology

    Office

    3980 Sheridan Dr, 
    Buffalo, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jennifer Mcvige is a Pediatric Neurologist in Buffalo, New York. Dr. Mcvige is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chiari Malformation. Her top areas of expertise are Migraine, Chiari Malformation Type 1, Chiari Malformation, and Brain Herniation.

    Distinguished in Chiari Malformation
    Neurosurgery | Neurology
    Distinguished in Chiari Malformation
    Neurosurgery | Neurology

    Northwell Health Neurosurgery & Spine

    805 Northern Blvd Ste 100, 
    Great Neck, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr Daniel is a Neurosurgery specialist and a Neurologist in Great Neck, New York. Dr. Daniel is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chiari Malformation. His top areas of expertise are Chordoma, Scoliosis, Bone Tumor, Osteotomy, and Spinal Fusion. Dr. Daniel is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Chiari Malformation
    Distinguished in Chiari Malformation

    Medfirst Urgent Care PLLC

    3980 Sheridan Dr, 
    Buffalo, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Vernice Bates is a Neurologist in Buffalo, New York. Dr. Bates is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chiari Malformation. His top areas of expertise are Brain Aneurysm, Stroke, Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), and Moyamoya Disease.

    Distinguished in Chiari Malformation
    Neurosurgery
    Distinguished in Chiari Malformation
    Neurosurgery

    Amc

    47 New Scotland Ave, 
    Albany, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Matthew Adamo is a Neurosurgery provider in Albany, New York. Dr. Adamo is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chiari Malformation. His top areas of expertise are Plagiocephaly, Hydrocephalus, Arachnoid Cysts, Craniectomy, and Awake Craniotomy.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    When should I see a Chiari Malformation doctor in New York, US?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing a Chiari Malformation doctor in New York, US?

    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

    How does MediFind rank Chiari Malformation doctors in New York, US?

    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by Chiari Malformation doctors in New York, US?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with a Chiari Malformation doctor in New York, US?

    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Chiari Malformation doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Chiari Malformation doctor?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with a Chiari Malformation doctor in New York, US?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my Chiari Malformation doctor?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Chiari Malformation doctor may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female Chiari Malformation doctors in New York, US?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Chiari Malformation doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find a Chiari Malformation doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Chiari Malformation doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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