Dr. Joshua E. Ryan is a board-certified neurosurgeon with Northwell Health, specializing in minimally invasive spine surgery, complex spinal fusions, and cranial procedures. He is committed to delivering personalized, evidence-based care that prioritizes both safety and quality of life for his patients.Dr. Ryan earned his medical degree from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and went on to complete his residency in neurological surgery at Georgetown University Hospital, where he trained extensively in both traditional and minimally invasive surgical techniques. He is board certified in Neurological Surgery by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.With a patient-first philosophy, Dr. Ryan takes the time to educate and empower each individual, offering both surgical and non-surgical treatment options tailored to their unique needs. His practice emphasizes precision, compassionate care, and the latest advancements in neurosurgical technology.Dr. Ryan joined Northwell Health following his tenure with NeuroCare Long Island, where he earned a strong reputation for clinical excellence and dedication to improving patient outcomes. He is currently affiliated with Huntington Hospital and South Shore University Hospital, and he sees patients at multiple locations across Eastern Long Island. Dr. Ryan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Oligodendroglioma. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Pain, Herniated Disk, Spinal Stenosis, Microdiscectomy, and Herniated Disc Surgery.

Borimir Darakchiev is a Neurosurgery provider in West Islip, New York. Dr. Darakchiev is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Oligodendroglioma. His top areas of expertise are Pallister-Hall Syndrome, Choroid Plexus Papilloma, Oligodendroglioma, Awake Craniotomy, and Microdiscectomy.

Salvatore Insinga is a Neurosurgery provider in West Islip, New York. Dr. Insinga is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Oligodendroglioma. His top areas of expertise are Spinal Stenosis, Subdural Hematoma, Pallister-Hall Syndrome, Laminectomy, and Gastrostomy.

Manjari Pandey is a Hematologist Oncology specialist and a Hematologist in West Islip, New York. Dr. Pandey is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Oligodendroglioma. Her top areas of expertise are Gliosarcoma, Astrocytoma, Atypical Teratoid Rhabdoid Tumor (ATRT), Neuroepithelioma, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

"Justin Michael Thomas, MD, FACS, FAANS, is vice chair of neurosurgery and president of the medical board at South Shore University Hospital (formerly Southside Hospital). Trained as a general neurosurgeon, he has developed a clinical practice with a focus on primary and metastatic brain tumors, degenerative spine disease, Chiari malformation and hydrocephalus. Dr. Thomas leads quality review and performance improvement for the neurosurgery department. Additionally, as trauma liaison for the neurosurgery department, he is responsible for assessing the neurosurgical needs of patients with brain and spine trauma and facilitating their care. His work supports the continued growth and evolution of the trauma-specific capabilities of South Shore, currently a Level II Trauma Center.A Long Island native raised in Islip, Dr. Thomas has both a professional and a personal commitment to the department's mission of providing the highest quality of neurosurgical care, including the full spectrum of services required for tertiary care, to the people of South Shore's community. He places a special emphasis on thorough and compassionate conversation with his patients and makes it a practice to discuss both operative and non-operative options in depth so that they can make the decision that is best for them. He works collaboratively with the team of neurosurgeons at South Shore to ensure the best care for the most complex conditions.Dr. Thomas is an assistant professor of neurosurgery at the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell, and is dedicated to the education of the next generation of neurosurgeons. He provides guidance to residents, physician assistants and nurse practitionersthrough grand rounds and other teaching sessions. He is also a nationally recognized faculty instructor for the American Association of Neurological Surgeons Goodman Oral Board Preparation Course, which is attended by more than 90% of U.S. board-eligible neurosurgeons.Dr. Thomas has a robust basic science research background, is a published author and served as a theme issue co-editor of ""AMA Journal of Ethics."" In addition to being a fellow of the American College of Surgeons and the American Association of Neurological Surgeons. Dr. Thomas is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Oligodendroglioma. His top areas of expertise are Apoplexy, Delirium, Stroke, Gastrostomy, and Awake Craniotomy.

Dr. Ames is passionate about research, development and implementation of cutting-edgetreatment modalities, as well as tried-and-true protocols. He enjoys the challengingacademic environment of the NSLIJ system and participating in successful treatment ofvaried malignancies utilizing state-of-the-art techniques such as: Intensity ModulatedRadiotherapy (IMRT); Stereotactic Radiosurgery (SRS) and Stereotactic Body Radiotherapy (SBRT);High Dose Rate Brachytherapy (HDR) for partial breast , skin and GYN malignancies, and otherprogressive treatments.Dr. Ames is committed to the holistic management of cancer and supports the integration ofcomplementary modalities (i.e. yoga, meditation, acupuncture, nutrition) in all treatmentregimens. Dr. Ames is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Oligodendroglioma. His top areas of expertise are Adenoid Cystic Carcinoma, Anal Cancer, Cervical Cancer, and Pleuropulmonary Blastoma.

William Chen is a Radiation Oncologist in Bay Shore, New York. Dr. Chen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Oligodendroglioma. His top areas of expertise are Cervical Cancer, Neuroendocrine Carcinoma of the Cervix, Anal Cancer, and Pleuropulmonary Blastoma.

Craig Nolan is a Neurologist in Commack, New York. Dr. Nolan is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Oligodendroglioma. His top areas of expertise are Glioma, Posterior Fossa Tumor, Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET), and Metastatic Brain Tumor.

Salvatore Palumbo is a Neurosurgery provider in West Islip, New York. Dr. Palumbo is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Oligodendroglioma. His top areas of expertise are Herniated Disk, Pallister-Hall Syndrome, Osteochondroma, Microdiscectomy, and Cervical Disc Surgery.

Symeon Missios is a Neurosurgery provider in West Islip, New York. Dr. Missios is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Oligodendroglioma. His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Apoplexy, Chordoma, Thrombectomy, and Stent Placement.

Johnny Kao is a Radiation Oncologist in West Islip, New York. Dr. Kao is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Oligodendroglioma. His top areas of expertise are Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Lung Cancer, and Large-Cell Lung Carcinoma.

Ashish Sangal is a Hematologist Oncology specialist and a Hematologist in West Islip, New York. Dr. Sangal is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Oligodendroglioma. His top areas of expertise are Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), Lung Adenocarcinoma, ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, and Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma.

Khalid Noori is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in North Babylon, New York. Dr. Noori is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Oligodendroglioma. His top areas of expertise are Necrosis, Anemia, Sepsis, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

David Chalif is a Neurosurgery provider in Westbury, New York. Dr. Chalif is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Oligodendroglioma. His top areas of expertise are Brain Aneurysm, Apoplexy, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Craniectomy, and Awake Craniotomy.

Amy Chan is a Neurologist in Uniondale, New York. Dr. Chan is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Oligodendroglioma. Her top areas of expertise are Neuroepithelioma, Atypical Teratoid Rhabdoid Tumor (ATRT), Gliosarcoma, and Embryonal Tumor with Multilayered Rosettes.

George Lai is a Neurologist in Commack, New York. Dr. Lai is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Oligodendroglioma. His top areas of expertise are Peripheral Neuropathy, Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer, Metastatic Brain Tumor, and Seizures.

Ioana Chen is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Commack, New York. Dr. Chen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Oligodendroglioma. Her top areas of expertise are Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), Lung Adenocarcinoma, Familial Colorectal Cancer, and Colorectal Cancer.

Ramin Rak is a Neurosurgery provider in Commack, New York. Dr. Rak is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Oligodendroglioma. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Subdural Hematoma, Metastatic Brain Tumor, Laminectomy, and Awake Craniotomy.

Robert Kerr is a Neurosurgery provider in Smithtown, New York. Dr. Kerr is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Oligodendroglioma. His top areas of expertise are Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Delirium, Subdural Hematoma, Awake Craniotomy, and Osteotomy.

Michael Maresca is a Hematologist Oncology specialist and a Hematologist in Smithtown, New York. Dr. Maresca is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Oligodendroglioma. His top areas of expertise are Severe Congenital Neutropenia, Pulmonary Embolism, Chronic Familial Neutropenia, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Endoscopy.