The 20 Best Dementia Doctors Near Me in New York, US

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The 20 Best Dementia Doctors in New York, US

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 2277 doctor with experience in Dementia near New York, US. Of these, 1912 are Experienced, 281 are Advanced, 59 are Distinguished and 7 are Elite.

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    Richard B. Lipton
    Elite in Dementia
    Elite in Dementia

    Montefiore At AECOM

    1300 Morris Park Avenue, 
    Bronx, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Richard B. Lipton, M.D., is the Edwin S. Lowe Professor and Vice Chair of Neurology, Professor of Epidemiology and Population Health and Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine. Dr. Lipton earned his medical degree at the University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine. After a medical internship at Northwestern Memorial Hospital, he completed his neurology residency and clinical neurophysiology fellowship at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine. He also completed a fellowship in neuroepidemiology at Columbia University. He is a diplomate of the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology and a fellow of the American Academy of Neurology. Dr. Lipton is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. His top areas of expertise are Migraine, Headache, Dementia, and Alzheimer's Disease.

    Benjamin Friedell
    Distinguished in Dementia
    Internal Medicine
    Distinguished in Dementia
    Internal Medicine

    Oneonta Family Practice (Fox)

    1 FoxCare Drive, Suite 308, 
    Oneonta, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    . Dr. Friedell is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. His top areas of expertise are Dementia, Epilepsy, Viral Gastroenteritis, and Memory Loss.

    Syed F. Sher
    Advanced in Dementia
    Advanced in Dementia

    Bassett Medical Center

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

    . Dr. Sher is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. His top areas of expertise are Epilepsy, Seizures, Memory Loss, and Headache.

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    James E. Lacava
    Advanced in Dementia
    Hospital Medicine
    Advanced in Dementia
    Hospital Medicine

    Bassett Medical Center

    1 Atwell Road, 
    Cooperstown, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    . Dr. Lacava is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. His top areas of expertise are Diabetic Nephropathy, Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer, Dementia, Endoscopy, and Hip Replacement.

    Elite in Dementia
    Elite in Dementia

    Trustees Of Columbia University In The City Of New York

    622 W 168th St, 
    New York, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Richard Mayeux is a Neurologist in New York, New York. Dr. Mayeux is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. His top areas of expertise are Alzheimer's Disease, Dementia, Developmental Dysphasia Familial, and Memory Loss.

    Elite in Dementia
    Elite in Dementia

    New York Gynecological & Obstetrical Associates

    145 E 32nd St Fl 2, 
    New York, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Thomas Wisniewski is a Neurologist in New York, New York. Dr. Wisniewski is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. His top areas of expertise are Alzheimer's Disease, Dementia, Cerebral Amyloid Angiopathy, Down Syndrome, and Splenectomy.

    Elite in Dementia
    Elite in Dementia

    CUIMC/Neurological Institute Of New York

    710 W 168th St, 
    New York, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Lawrence Honig is a Neurologist in New York, New York. Dr. Honig is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. His top areas of expertise are Alzheimer's Disease, Dementia, Lewy Body Dementia (LBD), and Encephalitis. Dr. Honig is currently accepting new patients.

    Elite in Dementia
    Elite in Dementia
    425 Robinson St, 
    Binghamton, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Davangere Devanand is a Psychiatrist in Binghamton, New York. Dr. Devanand is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. His top areas of expertise are Dementia, Alzheimer's Disease, Vascular Dementia, and Major Depression.

    Elite in Dementia
    Psychiatry | Geriatrics
    Elite in Dementia
    Psychiatry | Geriatrics

    University Of Rochester

    601 Elmwood Ave, 
    Rochester, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Anton Porsteinsson is a Psychiatrist and a Geriatrics provider in Rochester, New York. Dr. Porsteinsson is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. His top areas of expertise are Alzheimer's Disease, Dementia, Cerebellar Degeneration, and Neuronal Intranuclear Inclusion Disease (NIID).

    Elite in Dementia
    Elite in Dementia

    Office

    710 W 168th St Ste 104, 
    New York, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Nikolaos Scarmeas is a Neurologist in New York, New York. Dr. Scarmeas is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. His top areas of expertise are Dementia, Alzheimer's Disease, Developmental Dysphasia Familial, and Movement Disorders.

    Stephen P. Strasser
    Experienced in Dementia
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Dementia
    Internal Medicine

    Bassett Health Center Cobleskill

    136 Parkway Drive, 
    Cobleskill, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    . Dr. Strasser is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. His top areas of expertise are Juvenile Primary Osteoporosis, Emphysema, Lung Metastases, and Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young.

    Maria Camargo
    Experienced in Dementia
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Dementia
    Internal Medicine

    Bassett Prime Care Cooperstown

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

    . Dr. Camargo is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. Her top areas of expertise are Peripheral Neuropathy, Ringworm, Acute Interstitial Pneumonia, Endoscopy, and Ureteroscopy.

    Distinguished in Dementia
    Distinguished in Dementia

    Narinder Kukar Physician P C

    385 Seneca Ave, 
    Ridgewood, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Rekha Bhandari is a primary care provider, practicing in Geriatrics in Ridgewood, New York. Dr. Bhandari is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. Her top areas of expertise are Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Dementia, and Gastrostomy.

    Distinguished in Dementia
    Family Medicine
    Distinguished in Dementia
    Family Medicine

    Peter R Barra MD John J Rawlings MD John C Coman MD LLP

    4402 Francis Lewis Blvd, 
    Bayside, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Ion Oltean is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Bayside, New York. Dr. Oltean is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. His top areas of expertise are Dementia, Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C), COVID-19, and Obesity in Children.

    Distinguished in Dementia
    Distinguished in Dementia

    Regional Neurological Associates, P.C.

    4256 Bronx Blvd, Suite 5, 
    Bronx, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Mahmood Kazmi is a Neurologist in Bronx, New York. Dr. Kazmi is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. His top areas of expertise are Major Depression, Dementia, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), and Schizophrenia.

    Distinguished in Dementia
    Internal Medicine
    Distinguished in Dementia
    Internal Medicine

    Office

    155 Crystal Run Rd, 
    Middletown,, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Mrilini Yeddu is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Middletown,, New York. Dr. Yeddu is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. Her top areas of expertise are Dementia, Anemia, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Obesity in Children.

    Robert Garfield
    Experienced in Dementia
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Dementia
    Internal Medicine

    Bassett Health Center Stamford Main Street

    3234 Main Street, 
    Stamford, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    . Dr. Garfield is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. His top areas of expertise are Parkinson's Disease, Hypothyroidism, Lung Metastases, and Obesity in Children.

    Todd Churchill
    Experienced in Dementia
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Dementia
    Internal Medicine

    Oneonta Family Practice (Fox)

    1 FoxCare Drive, Suite 308, 
    Oneonta, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    . Dr. Churchill is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. His top areas of expertise are Enlarged Prostate (BPH), Coronary Heart Disease, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Hypertension.

    Kenneth D. Riley
    Experienced in Dementia
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Dementia
    Family Medicine

    Bassett Health Center Canajoharie

    56 Montgomery Street, 
    Canajoharie, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    . Dr. Riley is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. His top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young.

    Nataliya Yuklyaeva
    Experienced in Dementia
    Hospital Medicine
    Experienced in Dementia
    Hospital Medicine

    Bassett Medical Center

    1 Atwell Road, 
    Cooperstown, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    . Dr. Yuklyaeva is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. Her top areas of expertise are Ascites, Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia, Atypical Pneumonia, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Dementia?

    Dementia is a loss of brain function that occurs with certain diseases. It affects one or more brain functions such as memory, thinking, language, judgment, or behavior. Dementia may also be referred to as major neurocognitive disorder.

    When should I see a Dementia 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 Dementia 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 Dementia 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 Dementia 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 Dementia 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 Dementia doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Dementia 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 Dementia 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 Dementia 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 Dementia 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 Dementia doctors in New York, US?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Dementia 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 Dementia doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Dementia 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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