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

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 29 doctor with experience in Meningoencephalocele near New York, US. Of these, 25 are Experienced and 4 are Advanced.

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    Experienced in Meningoencephalocele
    Neurosurgery | General Surgery
    Experienced in Meningoencephalocele
    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 practicing medicine in Lake Success, New York. Dr. Rodgers is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Meningoencephalocele. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cerebellum Agenesis Hydrocephaly, Plagiocephaly, Hydrocephalus, Posterior Fossa Decompression, and Endoscopic Transnasal Transsphenoidal Surgery. Dr. Rodgers is board certified in American Board Of Neurological Surgery and American Board Of Pediatrics, Pediatric Neurology.

    Experienced in Meningoencephalocele
    Experienced in Meningoencephalocele

    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

    John Boockvar, MD, is the vice chair of the Department of Neurosurgery at Lenox Hill Hospital and director of the department's Brain Tumor Center, the Pituitary/Neuroendocrine Center, and the New York Head and Neck Institute at Lenox Hill and Manhattan Eye, Ear & Throat hospitals. Dr. Boockvar is a professor of neurological surgery and otolaryngology/head and neck surgery at the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell. He is also an investigator at the Feinstein Institutes for Medical Research, where he directs the Laboratory for Brain Tumor Biology and Therapy. Dr. Boockvar was appointed as an adjunct professor at Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory thanks to his great advancements in understanding and treating brain cancer. He is also head of experimental therapeutics for Northwell Health, where he helps oversee the oncological research goals for Northwell as a whole. Dr. Boockvar's compassionate cancer care was recently highlighted in the critically acclaimed Netflix docuseries Lenox Hill and Emergency NYC.Dr. Boockvar is internationally known for his surgical expertise and for providing patients with safe, effective and minimally invasive treatment for brain tumors, skull base disorders and disorders of the spine. His surgical expertise is in benign and malignant brain tumors, skull base and endoscopic pituitary surgery, spinal and peripheral nerve tumors, minimally invasive spinal surgery, and complex spinal disorders.Dr. Boockvar has been recognized for his novel research in brain tumors and stem cell biology, and has been named to lists including New York Magazine's Top Docs, Best Doctors in New York-Castle Connolly, New York Super Doctors, America's Top Surgeons, America's Best Doctors, and America's Best Doctors for Cancer. His research has been widely published and he has received numerous national awards, including the Eric Lichtenstein Humanitarian Award from Voices Against Brain Cancer for his compassionate work in treating patients with brain cancer. Dr. Boockvar was elected to the prestigious Academy of Neurological Surgeons and was elected to the Senior Society of the American Board of Neurological Surgery. Dr. Boockvar is also an honorary surgeon of the NYPD and the New York State Troopers.Dr. Boockvar received a BA from the University of Pennsylvania. Like his father, grandfather, and great-grandfather before him, Dr. Boockvar received an MD from SUNY Brooklyn-Downstate Medical Center. Dr. Boockvar graduated summa cum laude with Distinction in Research and was medical school class valedictorian. Dr. Boockvar did his surgical internship and neurosurgical residency at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania. Dr. Boockvar did his NIH-supported post-doctoral research training in Neuro-oncology at the University of Pennsylvania Cancer Center. Dr. Boockvar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Meningoencephalocele. He is also highly rated in 27 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Glioblastoma, Astrocytoma, Brain Tumor, Awake Craniotomy, and Laminectomy. Dr. Boockvar is board certified in American Board Of Neurological Surgery.

    Experienced in Meningoencephalocele
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Meningoencephalocele
    Neurosurgery

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Neurosurgery & Spine At Phelps, 755 North Broadway

    755 North Broadway, Suite 540, 
    Sleepy Hollow, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Portuguese, Spanish
    Offers Telehealth

    "Danilo Otavio De Araujo Silva, MD, is a neurosurgeon and director of neurosurgery at Phelps Hospital, director of the Phelps Pituitary Center, and director of Phelps Spine Institute. He is also a faculty member of the prestigious Department of Neurosurgery at Lenox Hill Hospital.""Both my parents were doctors, so that obviously led to my interest in medicine, but I also appreciated the teamwork aspect of medicine, which reminded me of when I used to play basketball,"" says Dr. Silva, who was born in Brazil. ""I could see the intersection between medicine and team sports, and that just seemed cool to me.""Dr. Silva is experienced in open and endoscopic skull base surgery, neurosurgical oncology, radiosurgery and functional neurosurgery, and treats a range of conditions, including brain tumors, gliomas, meningiomas, functioning and non-functioning pituitary adenomas, vestibular schwannomas, brain metastasis, trigeminal neuralgia, degenerative spine conditions and many others.Dr. Silva fell in love with brain anatomy during his first year in medical school at Universidade Federal de Pernambuco in Recife, Brazil, which led to a fascination with brain function and neurosurgery. He completed his post-residency training in the U.S. at the Cleveland Clinic, where he was awarded recognition for excellence in teaching by the graduate medical education office. He did additional postdoctoral research fellowships at Weill Cornell Medical College and Brigham and Women's Hospital at Harvard Medical School.Dr. Silva has authored various book chapters in his area of expertise and has published neurosurgical articles in publications such as Journal of Neurosurgery, Neurosurgery, Stroke, Surgical Neurology International and Journal of Clinical Neurosciences. He is also an assistant professor at the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell.A Portuguese, English and Spanish speaker, Dr. Silva is known for his ability to offer patients clarity in discussions about complex neurosurgical topics. Since joining Northwell in 2019, he feels that he has come full circle, back to the meaningful teamwork that he grew up with during his basketball years.That team-based approach, according to Dr. Silva, helps physicians blend evidence-based treatments with optimal patient communication and care. ""At Northwell, there is so much collaboration and support, which in the end, always favors the patient."" he says. ""That brings out the best in everyone, and gives us a common goal, which is to provide the best patient experience and outcome.""". Dr. Silva is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Meningoencephalocele. His clinical expertise encompasses Radiation Induced Meningioma, Meningioma, Familial Porencephaly, Turbinectomy, and Laminectomy.

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    Experienced in Meningoencephalocele

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Neurosurgery & Spine At Lynbrook

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

    "Mark Eisenberg, MD, joined Northwell Health in 2005 after nine years in private practice. He is now chief of neurosurgery at Long Island Jewish Medical Center, and the founder and director of the Skull Base Center, which is part of the Institute for Neurology and Neurosurgery. The center advances the field through innovative techniques and approaches.After graduating from University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, Dr. Eisenberg completed his residency training in neurosurgery at the Mount Sinai Medical Center in New York. Following residency, he completed a skull base surgery fellowship at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences. His area of expertise is neurological disease, with a focus on robotic and minimally invasive approaches to skull base and spinal surgery, as well as management and surgical treatment of degenerative spine disorders.""The types of techniques we use at the Skull Base Center take years to hone and practice, and I enjoy bringing that experience to my patient care, as well as training residents and neurosurgeons around the country, and even around the world,"" he says.As associate professor of neurosurgery at the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell, Dr. Eisenberg teaches courses in skull base surgery and minimally invasive spinal surgery. For the past several years, he's been recognized as one of Castle Connolly's Top Doctors.Dr. Eisenberg has published research in numerous publications and written a comprehensive textbook, The Cavernous Sinus, which provides surgeons with clear, evidence-based direction on performing successful operative procedures with microsurgical instrumentation. The textbook also covers anatomy, diagnosis and treatment, as well as insights on vascular, traumatic, inflammatory and neuroplastic diseases of the cavernous sinus.In addition to providing that same level of clarity in every patient interaction, Dr. Eisenberg appreciates the high level of collaboration and expertise that sets Northwell apart.""Northwell has become the epicenter for the highest levels of neurosurgical care, especially in the region and possibly in the whole tri-state area,"" he says. ""Our expertise makes it easy to take care of complex patients and complex conditions, because we have great subspecialties that all come together here.""". Dr. Eisenberg is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Meningoencephalocele. He is also highly rated in 27 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pituitary Tumor, Meningioma, Hypothalamic Tumor, Laminectomy, and Sacral Nerve Stimulation. Dr. Eisenberg is board certified in American Board Of Neurological Surgery.

    Experienced in Meningoencephalocele
    Neurosurgery | General Surgery
    Experienced in Meningoencephalocele
    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 Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Meningoencephalocele. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hydrocephalus, Cerebellum Agenesis Hydrocephaly, Chiari Malformation Type 2, Posterior Fossa Decompression, and Laminectomy. Dr. Mittler is board certified in American Board Of Neurological Surgery and American Board Of Pediatrics, Pediatric Neurology.

    Advanced in Meningoencephalocele
    Neurosurgery
    Advanced in Meningoencephalocele
    Neurosurgery

    Noel I Perin, M.D.

    5 E 98th St Fl 7, 
    New York, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Raj Shrivastava is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Shrivastava is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Meningoencephalocele. He is also highly rated in 36 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Meningioma, Pituitary Tumor, Hypothalamic Tumor, Endoscopic Transnasal Transsphenoidal Surgery, and Tissue Biopsy. Dr. Shrivastava is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Meningoencephalocele
    Neurosurgery
    Advanced in Meningoencephalocele
    Neurosurgery

    Albany Medical Center

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

    Robert Heller is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Albany, New York. Dr. Heller is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Meningoencephalocele. He is also highly rated in 25 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pituitary Tumor, Meningioma, Hypothalamic Tumor, Cerebral Artery Bypass Surgery, and Awake Craniotomy.

    Advanced in Meningoencephalocele
    Neurosurgery
    Advanced in Meningoencephalocele
    Neurosurgery

    Mount Sinai

    1468 Madison Ave, 
    New York, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Joshua Bederson is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Bederson is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Meningoencephalocele. He is also highly rated in 28 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Meningioma, Pituitary Tumor, Hypothalamic Tumor, Balloon Sinuplasty, and Thrombectomy.

    Advanced in Meningoencephalocele
    Advanced in Meningoencephalocele

    Ideal Dental Implants

    319 Willis Ave, 
    Mineola, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Joseph Moreira is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Mineola, New York. Dr. Moreira is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Meningoencephalocele. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cervical Myelopathy, Meningoencephalocele, Encephalocele, and Hemangioblastoma.

    Experienced in Meningoencephalocele
    Neurosurgery | General Surgery
    Experienced in Meningoencephalocele
    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 an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Meningoencephalocele. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chiari Malformation, Chiari Malformation Type 2, Myelomeningocele, Posterior Fossa Decompression, and Rhizotomy. Dr. Feldstein is board certified in Neurological Surgery. Dr. Feldstein is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Meningoencephalocele
    General Surgery | Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Meningoencephalocele
    General Surgery | Otolaryngology

    ColumbiaDoctors At NewYork-Presbyterian The One

    1111 Westchester Avenue, 
    White Plains, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi
    Accepting New Patients

    Anil K. Lalwani, M.D. earned his medical degree from the University of Michigan Medical School in 1985 and subsequently completed his internship in General and Thoracic Surgery at Duke University Medical Center and his residency in Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery at UCSF. Following subspecialty training in Neurotology and Skull base surgery, he served as Senior Staff Fellow at the National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders, National Institute of Health. In 1994, he joined the faculty at UCSF as an assistant professor and rose to the rank of Professor in 2002. In April 2003, Dr. Lalwani was recruited to New York University School of Medicine to serve as Mendik Foundation Professor and Chairman of the Department of Otolaryngology—a position he held until December 2009. During his tenure, the previously unranked department rose to #22 on the US News and World Report survey and was #13 in research funding.Dr. Lalwani joined the faculty of the Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons in 2012. He is considered one of the leading ear surgeons for children and adults in the country. His clinical specialties include cochlear implantation, middle ear implants, chronic ear disease, cholesteatoma, facial nerve disorders, otosclerosis, superior semicircular canal dehiscence, glomus tumors, cerebellopontine angle tumors (e.g. acoustic neuromas), and skull base surgery, and gamma knife therapy.Dr. Lalwani’s basic research has previously focused on two key areas: identifying genes that are critical for hearing through the use of molecular genetic and molecular biologic methods, and developing and investigating gene transfer technology for the treatment of hearing disorders. More recently, his research endeavors include developing technology to navigate a cochlear implant electrode atraumatically into the cochlea, enhancing music enjoyment in cochlear implant recipients, designing microneedles for introducing stem cells through the round window membrane, defining the otomicrobiome, and studying the role of obesity and tobacco in childhood hearing loss.Author of more than 180 peer-reviewed articles, and numerous book chapters, Dr. Lalwani serves on the editorial board of leading otolaryngology journals; he is the Section Editor of Triological Society Best Practice – a popular feature published in Laryngoscope. He has published numerous books including the textbook defining the subspecialty of Pediatric Otology and Neurotology. The 3rd edition of his highly successful second book, Current Diagnosis & Treatment in Otolaryngology - Head & Neck Surgery, has been translated into Spanish, Turkish, and Portuguese. The 4th edition of Recent Advances in Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, has just been published in January 2015. Dr. Lalwani is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Meningoencephalocele. He is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hearing Loss, Infant Hearing Loss, Acoustic Neuroma, Myringotomy, and Stapedectomy. Dr. Lalwani is board certified in Otolaryngology and Neurotology. Dr. Lalwani is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Meningoencephalocele
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Meningoencephalocele
    Neurosurgery

    CUIMC/Neurological Institute Of New York

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

    Dr. McKhann graduated Phi Beta Kappa and Magna Cum Laude from Duke University, with Research Honors for his investigations into brain tumor immunobiology. He attended Yale School of Medicine where he was AOA, Cum Laude, a Farr Scholar, and one of five recipients of the medical school’s highest thesis award. Dr. McKhann trained in Neurological Surgery at the University of Washington, as well as Atkinson Morley’s Hospital in Wimbledon, England. Dr. McKhann combines clinical skill and compassionate care to maximize patient outcomes. He treats patients with a variety of brain conditions including Brain Tumors, Epilepsy, Movement Disorders, Adult Hydrocephalus, Chiari Malformations, Cavernous Malformations, Trigeminal Neuralgia, and Neurotrauma. His areas of particular technical expertise include microneurosurgery, computer guided stereotactic neuronavigation, intraoperative awake brain mapping, neuroendoscopy, minimally invasive brain surgery, gamma knife radiosurgery, deep brain stimulation, and cerebrospinal fluid shunting. Dr. Mckhann is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Meningoencephalocele. He is also highly rated in 28 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hydrocephalus, Cerebellum Agenesis Hydrocephaly, Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus, Gamma Knife Radiosurgery, and Awake Craniotomy. Dr. Mckhann is board certified in Neurological Surgery. Dr. Mckhann is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Meningoencephalocele
    Experienced in Meningoencephalocele

    CUIMC/Neurological Institute Of New York

    710 West 168th Street, 
    New York, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    "Dr. Sekula is one of the world’s foremost leaders in minimally invasive brain surgery. His world-renowned practice is dedicated to less invasive but maximally effective treatment of a variety of brain disorders, particularly difficult to reach tumors involving the skull base (acoustic neuroma, meningioma, and other brain tumors) as well as rare and debilitating conditions like trigeminal neuralgia, hemifacial spasm, and glossopharyngeal neuralgia. Dr. Sekula routinely performs keyhole surgeries, which allow patients to experience a gentler and faster recovery without the need for the intensive care unit. During his career, he has performed more than 6,000 surgeries, including more than 2,500 microvascular decompressions. After receiving his undergraduate degree from The University of Virginia and his medical degree from Georgetown University School of Medicine, Dr. Sekula completed his internship and residency training in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, where he also completed advanced and fellowship training in minimally invasive brain and skull base surgery.Prior to Columbia, Dr. Sekula was Professor and Residency Program Director at the University of Pittsburgh, Department of Neurological Surgery.Dr. Sekula's prolific academic career includes writing over 100 scientific manuscripts, including editing of the textbook, ""Microvascular Decompression Surgery."" He is Principal Investigator of a study concerning trigeminal neuralgia investigating fundamental mechanisms of facial pain from the National Institutes of Health. Dr. Sekula is a surgeon and educator, who is regularly invited to lecture in numerous countries to teach his advanced techniques.Learn more about Dr. Sekula via his website: raymondsekulamd.com". Dr. Sekula is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Meningoencephalocele. He is also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Trigeminal Neuralgia, Glossopharyngeal Neuralgia, Neuralgia, Microvascular Decompression, and Gamma Knife Radiosurgery. Dr. Sekula is board certified in Neurological Surgery.

    Experienced in Meningoencephalocele
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Meningoencephalocele
    Neurosurgery

    Amc

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

    Matthew Adamo is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Albany, New York. Dr. Adamo is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Meningoencephalocele. He is also highly rated in 49 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Plagiocephaly, Hydrocephalus, Arachnoid Cysts, Craniectomy, and Awake Craniotomy.

    Experienced in Meningoencephalocele
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Meningoencephalocele
    Neurosurgery

    Amc

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

    Tyler Kenning is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Albany, New York. Dr. Kenning is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Meningoencephalocele. He is also highly rated in 59 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pituitary Tumor, Meningioma, Hypothalamic Tumor, Endoscopic Transnasal Transsphenoidal Surgery, and Craniectomy.

    Experienced in Meningoencephalocele
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Meningoencephalocele
    Neurosurgery

    New York University

    530 1st Ave Ste 8R, 
    New York, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Donato Pacione is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Pacione is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Meningoencephalocele. He is also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Meningioma, Cushing's disease, Hypothalamic Tumor, Endoscopic Transnasal Transsphenoidal Surgery, and Awake Craniotomy.

    Experienced in Meningoencephalocele
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Meningoencephalocele
    Neurosurgery

    Mount Sinai West

    1000 10th Ave Ste 10-C, 
    New York, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Saadi Ghatan is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Ghatan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Meningoencephalocele. He is also highly rated in 45 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Seizures, Epilepsy, Vein of Galen Aneurysm, Awake Craniotomy, and Deep Brain Stimulation. Dr. Ghatan is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Meningoencephalocele
    Neurology
    Experienced in Meningoencephalocele
    Neurology

    Saint Lukes Roosevelt Hospital Lab

    1000 10th Ave, 
    New York, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Hae Baang is a Neurologist practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Baang is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Meningoencephalocele. She is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Stroke, Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation, and Pulmonary Arteriovenous Malformation (PAVM).

    Experienced in Meningoencephalocele
    Experienced in Meningoencephalocele

    Gramercy Park Physicians LLP

    10 Union Sq E, 
    New York, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Benjamin Rapoport is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Rapoport is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Meningoencephalocele. He is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hydrocephalus, Cerebellum Agenesis Hydrocephaly, Meningioma, Posterior Fossa Decompression, and Thrombectomy.

    Experienced in Meningoencephalocele
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Meningoencephalocele
    Neurosurgery

    WMCHealth Physicians Neurosurgery- Valhalla

    100 Woods Rd, 
    Valhalla, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Vishad Sukul is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Valhalla, New York. Dr. Sukul is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Meningoencephalocele. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Subdural Hematoma, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Chronic Pain, Sacral Nerve Stimulation, and Deep Brain Stimulation.

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    What is the definition of Meningoencephalocele?

    Meningoencephalocele is a type of encephalocele, which is an abnormal sac of fluid, brain tissue, and meninges (membranes that cover the brain and spinal cord) that extends through a defect in the skull. There are two main types of Meningoencephalocele, which are named according to the location of the sac. The frontoethmoidal type is located at the frontal and ethmoid bones while the occipital type is located at the occipital bone. Hydrocephalus, abnormalities of the eyeball and tear duct, and other findings have been associated with the condition. Some affected individuals have intellectual or physical disabilities while others have normal development and abilities. The condition is typically congenital (present at birth) but has been reported to develop by chance in older individuals in rare cases. The underlying cause of the condition is uncertain, but environmental factors are thought to play a role.

    When should I see an Meningoencephalocele 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 an Meningoencephalocele 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 Meningoencephalocele 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 Meningoencephalocele 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 an Meningoencephalocele 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 Meningoencephalocele doctor search results page. 

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

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

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