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    Last Updated: 10/30/2025

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    MediFind found 19 doctor with experience in Hydrocephalus near Rochester, NY. Of these, 14 are Experienced and 5 are Advanced.

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    19 providers found
      Advanced in Hydrocephalus
      Neurosurgery
      Advanced in Hydrocephalus
      Neurosurgery

      University Of Rochester Neurosurgery Group

      601 Elmwood Ave, 
      Rochester, NY 
       (2.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Kevin Walter is a Neurosurgery provider in Rochester, New York. Dr. Walter is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hydrocephalus. His top areas of expertise are Meningioma, Congenital Cardiovascular Shunt, Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus, Awake Craniotomy, and Laminectomy.

      Advanced in Hydrocephalus
      Advanced in Hydrocephalus

      University Of Rochester

      601 Elmwood Ave, 
      Rochester, NY 
       (2.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Patrick Gilson is a Neurologist in Rochester, New York. Dr. Gilson is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hydrocephalus. His top areas of expertise are Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus and Hydrocephalus.

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      Advanced in Hydrocephalus
      Advanced in Hydrocephalus

      University Of Rochester Neurosurgery Group

      1445 Portland Ave, Suite 305, 
      Rochester, NY 
       (2.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Howard Silberstein is a Neurosurgery provider in Rochester, New York. Dr. Silberstein is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hydrocephalus. His top areas of expertise are Chiari Malformation, Hydrocephalus, Chiari Malformation Type 2, Posterior Fossa Decompression, and Laminectomy.

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      Advanced in Hydrocephalus
      Advanced in Hydrocephalus

      University Of Rochester Neurosurgery Group

      2180 Clinton S Ave, 
      Rochester, NY 
       (2.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish

      Melissa Lopresti is a Neurosurgery provider in Rochester, New York. Dr. Lopresti is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hydrocephalus. Her top areas of expertise are Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation, Arteriovenous Malformation, Hypothalamic Hamartomas, Rhizotomy, and Thrombectomy.

      Advanced in Hydrocephalus
      Neurosurgery
      Advanced in Hydrocephalus
      Neurosurgery

      University Of Rochester Neurosurgery Group

      2180 Clinton S Ave, 
      Rochester, NY 
       (2.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      George Vates is a Neurosurgery provider in Rochester, New York. Dr. Vates is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hydrocephalus. His top areas of expertise are Pituitary Tumor, Prolactinoma, Acoustic Neuroma, Carotid Artery Surgery, and Laminectomy.

      Experienced in Hydrocephalus
      Neurosurgery
      Experienced in Hydrocephalus
      Neurosurgery

      University Of Rochester Neurosurgery Group

      601 Elmwood Ave Box, 
      Rochester, NY 
       (2.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Jonathan Stone is a Neurosurgery provider in Rochester, New York. Dr. Stone is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hydrocephalus. His top areas of expertise are Common Peroneal Nerve Dysfunction, Cervical Myelopathy, Schwannoma, Laminectomy, and Rhizotomy.

      Experienced in Hydrocephalus
      Experienced in Hydrocephalus

      University Of Rochester Neurosurgery Group

      601 Elmwood Ave Box, 
      Rochester, NY 
       (2.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Webster Pilcher is a Neurosurgery provider in Rochester, New York. Dr. Pilcher is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hydrocephalus. His top areas of expertise are Seizures, Congenital Cardiovascular Shunt, Spinal Stenosis, Thrombectomy, and Awake Craniotomy.

      Experienced in Hydrocephalus
      Experienced in Hydrocephalus

      University Of Rochester

      601 Elmwood Ave, Box 684, 
      Rochester, NY 
       (2.5 miles away)
      Experience:
      9+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Daryl Mchugh is a Neurologist in Rochester, New York. Dr. Mchugh has been practicing medicine for over 9 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hydrocephalus. His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Brain Herniation, Chiari Malformation Type 1, Chiari Malformation, and Craniectomy.

      Experienced in Hydrocephalus
      Radiology
      Experienced in Hydrocephalus
      Radiology

      Radiologists Of Univ Of Rochester

      601 Elmwood Ave, 
      Rochester, NY 
       (2.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Ali Hussain is a Radiologist in Rochester, New York. Dr. Hussain is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hydrocephalus. His top areas of expertise are Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, CAPOS Syndrome, Headache, and Cerebellum Agenesis Hydrocephaly.

      Experienced in Hydrocephalus
      Experienced in Hydrocephalus

      University Of Rochester

      601 Elmwood Ave, 
      Rochester, NY 
       (2.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Frederick Marshall is a Neurologist in Rochester, New York. Dr. Marshall is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hydrocephalus. His top areas of expertise are CLN3 Disease, CLN1 Disease, CLN5 Disease, CLN4 Disease, and Deep Brain Stimulation.

      Experienced in Hydrocephalus
      Experienced in Hydrocephalus
      601 Elmwood Ave, 
      Rochester, NY 
       (2.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      John Wasenko is a Radiologist in Rochester, New York. Dr. Wasenko is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hydrocephalus. His top areas of expertise are Herniated Disk, Pulmonary Fibrosis, Interstitial Lung Disease, and Diverticular Disease.

      Experienced in Hydrocephalus
      Experienced in Hydrocephalus

      University Of Rochester

      601 Elmwood Ave, 
      Rochester, NY 
       (2.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Colleen Tomcik is a Neurologist in Rochester, New York. Dr. Tomcik is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hydrocephalus. Her top areas of expertise are Seizures, Migraine, Memory Loss, and Epilepsy.

      Experienced in Hydrocephalus
      Anesthesiology | Neurology
      Experienced in Hydrocephalus
      Anesthesiology | Neurology
      601 Elmwood Ave, 
      Rochester, NY 
       (2.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      John Markman is an Anesthesiologist and a Neurologist in Rochester, New York. Dr. Markman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hydrocephalus. His top areas of expertise are Neuralgia, Chronic Pain, Drug Induced Dyskinesia, Rhizotomy, and Laminectomy.

      Experienced in Hydrocephalus
      Pediatric Neurology | Neurology
      Experienced in Hydrocephalus
      Pediatric Neurology | Neurology
      601 Elmwood Ave, 
      Rochester, NY 
       (2.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Gary Myers is a Pediatric Neurologist and a Neurologist in Rochester, New York. Dr. Myers is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hydrocephalus. His top areas of expertise are Heavy Metal Poisoning, Cerebral Palsy, Hydrocephalus, and Developmental Dysphasia Familial.

      Experienced in Hydrocephalus
      Experienced in Hydrocephalus

      Rochester General Hospital

      1415 Portland Ave, 
      Rochester, NY 
       (2.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      John Cullen is a Neurologist in Rochester, New York. Dr. Cullen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hydrocephalus. His top areas of expertise are Migraine, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Distal Median Nerve Dysfunction, and Seizures.

      Experienced in Hydrocephalus
      Experienced in Hydrocephalus

      Western New York Medical Practice PC

      1425 Portland Ave, 
      Rochester, NY 
       (2.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Anthony Petraglia is a Neurosurgery provider in Rochester, New York. Dr. Petraglia is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hydrocephalus. His top areas of expertise are Cervical Myelopathy, Cervical Spondylosis, Spinal Stenosis, Hydrocephalus, and Awake Craniotomy.

      Experienced in Hydrocephalus
      Experienced in Hydrocephalus

      University Of Rochester Neurosurgery Group

      1445 Portland Ave, Suite 305, 
      Rochester, NY 
       (2.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Matthew Bender is a Neurosurgery provider in Rochester, New York. Dr. Bender is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hydrocephalus. His top areas of expertise are Trigeminal Neuralgia, Stroke, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Microvascular Decompression, and Rhizotomy.

      Experienced in Hydrocephalus
      Experienced in Hydrocephalus

      University Of Rochester Neurosurgery Group

      2180 Clinton S Ave, 
      Rochester, NY 
       (2.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Thomas Mattingly is a Neurosurgery provider in Rochester, New York. Dr. Mattingly is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hydrocephalus. His top areas of expertise are Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation, Stroke, Apoplexy, Transmyocardial Revascularization, and Stent Placement.

      Experienced in Hydrocephalus
      Experienced in Hydrocephalus

      Ontario Neurology Associates

      30 Hagen Dr, Suite 230, 
      Rochester, NY 
       (5.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Eugene Tolomeo is a Neurologist in Rochester, New York. Dr. Tolomeo is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hydrocephalus. His top areas of expertise are Seizures, Movement Disorders, Parkinson's Disease, and Memory Loss.

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      Last Updated: 10/30/2025

      What is the definition of Hydrocephalus?

      Hydrocephalus is a buildup of fluid inside the skull that leads to the brain pushing against the skull.

      Hydrocephalus means "water on the brain."

      When should I see a Hydrocephalus doctor near Rochester, 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 Hydrocephalus doctor near Rochester, 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 Hydrocephalus doctors near Rochester, 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 Hydrocephalus doctors near Rochester, 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 Hydrocephalus doctor near Rochester, 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 Hydrocephalus doctor search results page. 

      Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Hydrocephalus 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 Hydrocephalus doctor near Rochester, 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 Hydrocephalus 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 Hydrocephalus 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 Hydrocephalus doctors near Rochester, NY?

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

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