The 20 Best Chiari Malformation Doctors Near Me in Brooklyn, NY

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The 20 Best Chiari Malformation Doctors near Brooklyn, NY

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 212 doctor with experience in Chiari Malformation near Brooklyn, NY. Of these, 182 are Experienced, 26 are Advanced and 4 are Distinguished.

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    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 
     (6.0 miles away)
    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.

    Advanced in Chiari Malformation
    Radiology
    Advanced in Chiari Malformation
    Radiology

    Office

    1014 Brooklyn Ave, 
    Brooklyn, NY 
     (2.0 miles away)
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Gregory Ngo is a Radiologist in Brooklyn, New York. Dr. Ngo has been practicing medicine for over 10 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chiari Malformation. His top areas of expertise are Herniated Disk, Vertigo, Familial Porencephaly, Choroid Plexus Cyst, and Liver Embolization.

    Experienced in Chiari Malformation
    Experienced in Chiari Malformation

    Office

    1128 Eastern Pkwy, 
    Brooklyn, NY 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Stephen Koch is a Radiologist in Brooklyn, New York. Dr. Koch is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chiari Malformation. His top areas of expertise are Osteopenia, Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis, Melorheostosis, and Angiomyoma.

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    Experienced in Chiari Malformation
    Neurology
    Experienced in Chiari Malformation
    Neurology

    Office

    10 Union Sq E Frnt 5H, 
    New York, NY 
     (4.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kyusang Lee is a Neurologist in New York, New York. Dr. Lee is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chiari Malformation. His top areas of expertise are Seizures, Memory Loss, Epilepsy, and Landau-Kleffner Syndrome.

    Experienced in Chiari Malformation
    Neuroradiology
    Experienced in Chiari Malformation
    Neuroradiology

    Nyc Health Hospitals / Bellevue

    462 1st Ave, 
    New York, NY 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    James Loftus is a Neuroradiologist in New York, New York. Dr. Loftus is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chiari Malformation. His top areas of expertise are Chiari Malformation, Chiari Malformation Type 1, and Siderosis.

    Experienced in Chiari Malformation
    Experienced in Chiari Malformation

    Safe Passage Neuromonitoring

    915 Broadway, Suite 1200, 
    New York, NY 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Steven Zak is a Neurologist in New York, New York. Dr. Zak is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chiari Malformation. His top areas of expertise are Cervical Myelopathy, Invertebral Disc Disease, Spinal Tumor, and Dysembryoplastic Neuroepithelial Tumors (DNET).

    Experienced in Chiari Malformation
    Neuroradiology
    Experienced in Chiari Malformation
    Neuroradiology

    New York University

    530 1st Ave, 
    New York, NY 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Robin Mitnick is a Neuroradiologist in New York, New York. Dr. Mitnick is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chiari Malformation. Her top areas of expertise are X-Linked Intellectual Disability, Siderius Type, PEHO Syndrome, Mohr-Tranebjaerg Syndrome, and Aicardi-Goutieres Syndrome.

    Experienced in Chiari Malformation
    Radiology
    Experienced in Chiari Malformation
    Radiology

    Caring Provider Group Of NY

    228 Park Ave S, 
    New York, NY 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Avery Knapp is a Radiologist in New York, New York. Dr. Knapp is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chiari Malformation. His top areas of expertise are Herniated Disk, Traumatic Brain Injury, Scoliosis, and Synovial Osteochondromatosis.

    Experienced in Chiari Malformation
    Neuroradiology
    Experienced in Chiari Malformation
    Neuroradiology

    NYU Langone Hospitals

    550 1st Ave, 
    New York, NY 
     (4.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Evan Stein is a Neuroradiologist in New York, New York. Dr. Stein is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chiari Malformation. His top areas of expertise are Cerebellar Multiple System Atrophy, Stroke, Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation, and Hepatocerebral Degeneration.

    Experienced in Chiari Malformation
    Neuroradiology
    Experienced in Chiari Malformation
    Neuroradiology

    NYU Langone Medical Center

    660 1st Ave, 
    New York, NY 
     (4.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Joseph Boonsiri is a Neuroradiologist in New York, New York. Dr. Boonsiri is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chiari Malformation. His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Aicardi-Goutieres Syndrome, PEHO Syndrome, and X-Linked Intellectual Disability, Siderius Type.

    Experienced in Chiari Malformation
    Neuroradiology | Radiology
    Experienced in Chiari Malformation
    Neuroradiology | Radiology

    NYU Langone Medical Center

    660 1st Ave, 
    New York, NY 
     (4.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Andrew Mcclelland is a Neuroradiologist and a Radiologist in New York, New York. Dr. Mcclelland is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chiari Malformation. His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Mohr-Tranebjaerg Syndrome, and Aicardi-Goutieres Syndrome.

    Experienced in Chiari Malformation
    Neuroradiology
    Experienced in Chiari Malformation
    Neuroradiology

    Murray Hill Ob.Gyn

    150 E 32nd St, 
    New York, NY 
     (5.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Annette Nusbaum is a Neuroradiologist in New York, New York. Dr. Nusbaum is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chiari Malformation. Her top areas of expertise are Herniated Disk, PEHO Syndrome, Mohr-Tranebjaerg Syndrome, and X-Linked Intellectual Disability, Siderius Type.

    Jeffrey Greenfield
    Distinguished in Chiari Malformation
    Distinguished in Chiari Malformation

    Neurological Surgery

    1305 York Ave Fl 9, 
    New York, NY 
     (6.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    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 
     (6.6 miles away)
    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.

    Heustein L. Sy
    Advanced in Chiari Malformation
    Neurosurgery | Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Chiari Malformation
    Neurosurgery | Internal Medicine
    100 E 77th Street, 
    New York, NY 
     (6.7 miles away)
    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 Brain Herniation, Chiari Malformation Type 1, Chiari Malformation, and Subarachnoid Hemorrhage.

    Advanced in Chiari Malformation
    Advanced in Chiari Malformation

    NewYork-Presbyterian Medical Group Brooklyn - Multispecialty

    263 7th Ave, 
    Brooklyn, NY 
     (2.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Maryna Skliut is a Neurologist in Brooklyn, New York. Dr. Skliut is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chiari Malformation. Her top areas of expertise are Stroke, Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), Hemiplegia, Thrombectomy, and Gastrostomy.

    Advanced in Chiari Malformation
    Advanced in Chiari Malformation

    Midtown Dermatology Services PC

    317 E 34th St, 
    New York, NY 
     (4.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Yosef Dastagirzada is a Neurosurgery provider in New York, New York. Dr. Dastagirzada is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chiari Malformation. His top areas of expertise are Chiari Malformation, Chiari Malformation Type 2, Schizencephaly, Endoscopic Transnasal Transsphenoidal Surgery, and Spinal Fusion.

    Advanced in Chiari Malformation
    Neuroradiology
    Advanced in Chiari Malformation
    Neuroradiology

    Office

    147 W 15th St, 
    New York, NY 
     (5.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Edward Libfeld is a Neuroradiologist in New York, New York. Dr. Libfeld is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chiari Malformation. His top areas of expertise are Herniated Disk, Familial Porencephaly, Choroid Plexus Cyst, and Arachnoid Cysts.

    Jaime H. Nieto
    Experienced in Chiari Malformation
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Chiari Malformation
    Neurosurgery

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Neurosciences And Cardiology At Rego Park

    95-25 Queens Boulevard, Suite D, 
    Rego Park, NY 
     (5.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Offers Telehealth

    "Jaime Humberto Nieto, MD, MBA, MS is a board certified neurosurgeon affiliated with over a dozen hospitals, including North Shore University Hospital, Lenox Hill Hospital, Long Island Jewish Medical Center, and South Shore University Hospital. He also serves as an Assistant Professor of Neurosurgery at the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell.Dr. Nieto has been a practicing neurosurgeon for over 18 years, serving patient populations across Brooklyn and Queens. This considerable body of work has allowed Dr. Nieto to hone his expertise in all areas of neurosurgery including general, vascular and trauma, most notably degenerative spine conditions and spine trauma.When it comes to working with patients, Dr. Nieto places emphasis on compassion and reassurance. He understands that surgery or even considering it can be a stressful experience, so he insists on answering all his patients' questions about the intricacies of their procedures. He treats patients like family, guiding them along the difficult road of an operation and possible aftereffects.A great deal of Dr. Nieto's career research has focused on the spine; spinal cord tumors, degenerative spinal cord issues, and the desire to develop more minimally invasive endoscopic surgery options. During his residency he took a course at the Christopher Reeve Spinal Injury Center at UC Irvine, and was inspired along with colleagues to develop a spinal cord injury model, which has since evolved into a cutting-edge nonhuman primate research model that receives stem cell injections, nerve grafts and synthetic nerves.Dr. Nieto graduated from medical school at SUNY Upstate Medical University, and completed his residency at the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA. He completed an in-residency he completed a fellowship at the Cleveland Clinic.Dr. Nieto is a member of the Congress of Neurological Surgeons, the North American Spine Society, the Academy of Neuroscience, and is a fellow of the American College of Surgeons. Dr. Nieto's robust discoveries in this arena have been featured in publications such as Neuroscience and the Journal of Neuroscience, and he has presented before the Society of Neuroscience and the Congress of Neurological Surgeons. He is a 2019 recipient of El Diario's ""El Award"" for his achievements as a Latino member of the surgical community, as well as an honorary degree, ""Doctor of Science Honoris Causa,"" from his undergrad alma mater, Mercy College.". Dr. Nieto is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chiari Malformation. His top areas of expertise are Spinal Stenosis, Herniated Disk, Posterior Fossa Tumor, Laminectomy, and Microdiscectomy.

    Samuel W. Kim
    Experienced in Chiari Malformation
    Neuroradiology | Radiology
    Experienced in Chiari Malformation
    Neuroradiology | Radiology
    102-01 66th Road, 
    Forest Hills, NY 
     (6.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Korean

    Samuel Kim is a Radiologist and a Neuroradiologist in Forest Hills, New York. Dr. Kim is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chiari Malformation. His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, and Headache.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    When should I see a Chiari Malformation doctor near Brooklyn, NY?

    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 near Brooklyn, NY?

    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 near Brooklyn, NY?

    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 near Brooklyn, NY?

    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 near Brooklyn, NY?

    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 near Brooklyn, NY?

    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 near Brooklyn, NY?

    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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