The 20 Best Primary Amebic Meningoencephalitis Doctors Near Me in New York, US

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The 20 Best Primary Amebic Meningoencephalitis Doctors in New York, US

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 31 doctor with experience in Primary Amebic Meningoencephalitis near New York, US. Of these, 26 are Experienced, 3 are Elite and 2 are Distinguished.

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    Johanna P. Daily
    Elite in Primary Amebic Meningoencephalitis
    Infectious Disease
    Elite in Primary Amebic Meningoencephalitis
    Infectious Disease

    Montefiore Weiler Hospital

    1825 Eastchester Road, 
    Bronx, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Our primary research interest is in the biology, pathogenesis and immunology of Plasmodium falciparum. Patients infected with this parasite can be completely asymptomatic or develop severe disease resulting in death. The goal of our research has been to define the molecular mechanisms that underlie this variation in disease outcomes in P. falciparum. Toward this goal, we have developed a new pathogenesis model through the analysis of in vivo parasite biology and associated host factors using a whole genome and metabolomic approach. We have identified novel parasite biology when it resides in the human host and idnetified a putative mediator of coma in cerebral malaria.  We also are studying adjunctive therapy to improve outcomes in severe malaria using the animal model.   We carry out field based translational studies in cohorts infected with malaria in Africa and test hypothesis in the animal model of malaria.  The long term goal is to identify parasite and host processes involved in disease to serve as targets for vaccine or chemotherapeutic development. Dr. Daily is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Primary Amebic Meningoencephalitis. Her top areas of expertise are Primary Amebic Meningoencephalitis, Malaria, Togaviridae Disease, Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS), and Leg or Foot Amputation.

    Elite in Primary Amebic Meningoencephalitis
    Neuroradiology
    Elite in Primary Amebic Meningoencephalitis
    Neuroradiology

    University Of Rochester

    601 Elmwood Ave, 
    Rochester, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Michael Potchen is a Neuroradiologist in Rochester, New York. Dr. Potchen is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Primary Amebic Meningoencephalitis. His top areas of expertise are Primary Amebic Meningoencephalitis, CACH Syndrome, Headache, and Brain Herniation.

    Elite in Primary Amebic Meningoencephalitis
    Elite in Primary Amebic Meningoencephalitis

    Office

    265 Crittenden Way, 
    Rochester, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Gretchen Birbeck is a Neurologist in Rochester, New York. Dr. Birbeck is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Primary Amebic Meningoencephalitis. Her top areas of expertise are Primary Amebic Meningoencephalitis, Seizures, Epilepsy, and Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure.

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    Distinguished in Primary Amebic Meningoencephalitis
    Infectious Disease
    Distinguished in Primary Amebic Meningoencephalitis
    Infectious Disease

    NYU Langone Infectious Disease Associates

    222 E 41st St Fl 20, 
    New York, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sarah Hochman is an Infectious Disease provider in New York, New York. Dr. Hochman is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Primary Amebic Meningoencephalitis. Her top areas of expertise are Primary Amebic Meningoencephalitis, Malaria, Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus (MRSA), and Osteomyelitis in Children.

    Distinguished in Primary Amebic Meningoencephalitis
    Distinguished in Primary Amebic Meningoencephalitis

    New York Presbyterian Hospital

    177 Fort Washington Ave, 
    New York, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kiran Thakur is a Neurologist in New York, New York. Dr. Thakur is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Primary Amebic Meningoencephalitis. Her top areas of expertise are Encephalitis, Meningitis, Tuberculous Meningitis, Gamma Knife Radiosurgery, and Awake Craniotomy.

    Gagandeep Singh
    Experienced in Primary Amebic Meningoencephalitis
    Radiology | Neuroradiology
    Experienced in Primary Amebic Meningoencephalitis
    Radiology | Neuroradiology

    CUIMC/Milstein Hospital Building

    177 Ft. Washington Avenue, 
    New York, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr. Gagandeep Singh is an assistant professor of radiology at Columbia University Irving Medical Center (CUIMC). Dr. Singh’s clinical focus includes brain tumor imaging in both adult and pediatric populations. He is deeply engaged in research with a primary focus on leveraging radiomics and deep learning methodologies to uncover non-invasive imaging markers within brain tumors that correlate with neuropathological markers and clinical outcomes. His specialization extends to advanced imaging techniques like MR perfusion, MR Spectroscopy, and functional MRI.Dr. Singh completed his radiology residency at Rutgers-Newark Beth Israel Medical Center and his neuroradiology fellowship at NYP-Columbia, after which he joined the esteemed faculty in the Department of Radiology at Columbia.Beyond his clinical and research acumen, Dr. Singh is a dedicated educator, actively contributing to the growth and development of medical students and residents within the NYP/CUIMC community. Dr. Singh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Primary Amebic Meningoencephalitis. His top areas of expertise are Neuroendocrine Tumor, Gallbladder Adenocarcinoma, Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer), Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Pancreatectomy.

    Allison M. Glaser
    Experienced in Primary Amebic Meningoencephalitis
    Infectious Disease
    Experienced in Primary Amebic Meningoencephalitis
    Infectious Disease

    Northwell Health Virology Treatment Center

    242 Mason Ave, Suite 2, 
    Staten Island, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish

    Allison Glaser is an Infectious Disease provider in Staten Island, New York. Dr. Glaser is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Primary Amebic Meningoencephalitis. Her top areas of expertise are Sepsis, COVID-19, Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C), and Pneumonia.

    Esther B. Sultan
    Experienced in Primary Amebic Meningoencephalitis
    Infectious Disease
    Experienced in Primary Amebic Meningoencephalitis
    Infectious Disease

    Northwell Health Infectious Disease

    400 Community Drive, 1st Floor, ID Suite, 
    Manhasset, NY 
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Catalan, French, Hebrew, Italian, Spanish

    Esther Sultan is an Infectious Disease provider in Manhasset, New York. Dr. Sultan has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Primary Amebic Meningoencephalitis. Her top areas of expertise are Cytomegalovirus Infection, Cytomegalic Inclusion Disease, Swimming Pool Granuloma, and Cryptococcosis.

    Experienced in Primary Amebic Meningoencephalitis
    Infectious Disease
    Experienced in Primary Amebic Meningoencephalitis
    Infectious Disease

    Montefiore Weiler Hospital

    1825 Eastchester Road, 
    Bronx, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Hendrik Sy is an Infectious Disease provider in Bronx, New York. Dr. Sy is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Primary Amebic Meningoencephalitis. His top areas of expertise are Chagas Disease and Primary Amebic Meningoencephalitis.

    Vijaya Soma
    Experienced in Primary Amebic Meningoencephalitis
    Infectious Disease
    Experienced in Primary Amebic Meningoencephalitis
    Infectious Disease

    Murray Hill Ob.Gyn

    150 E 32nd St, 
    New York, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Vijaya Soma is an Infectious Disease provider in New York, New York. Dr. Soma is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Primary Amebic Meningoencephalitis. Her top areas of expertise are Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C), Diarrhea, Primary Amebic Meningoencephalitis, and Pediatric Myocarditis.

    Margaret Aldrich
    Experienced in Primary Amebic Meningoencephalitis
    Pediatric Infectious Disease
    Experienced in Primary Amebic Meningoencephalitis
    Pediatric Infectious Disease

    Children's Hospital Of Montefiore

    3415 Bainbridge Ave, 
    Bronx, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Margaret Aldrich is a Pediatric Infectious Disease provider in Bronx, New York. Dr. Aldrich is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Primary Amebic Meningoencephalitis. Her top areas of expertise are Actinomycosis, Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS), Parainfluenza, and COVID-19.

    Experienced in Primary Amebic Meningoencephalitis
    Infectious Disease
    Experienced in Primary Amebic Meningoencephalitis
    Infectious Disease

    Nyc Health Hospitals / South Brooklyn Health

    3101 Ocean Pkwy Apt 1A, 
    Brooklyn, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Theresa Madaline is an Infectious Disease provider in Brooklyn, New York. Dr. Madaline is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Primary Amebic Meningoencephalitis. Her top areas of expertise are Primary Amebic Meningoencephalitis, Osteomyelitis, Osteomyelitis in Children, and Malaria.

    Experienced in Primary Amebic Meningoencephalitis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Primary Amebic Meningoencephalitis
    Internal Medicine

    Callen Lorde

    356 W 18th St, 
    New York, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Richie Tran is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Tran is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Primary Amebic Meningoencephalitis. His top areas of expertise are Myelitis, AIDS Dysmorphic Syndrome, HIV/AIDS, and AIDS Dementia Complex.

    Experienced in Primary Amebic Meningoencephalitis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Primary Amebic Meningoencephalitis
    Internal Medicine

    Weill Med College Clin & Translational

    1300 York Ave, 
    New York, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Linnie Golightly is an Internal Medicine provider in New York, New York. Dr. Golightly is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Primary Amebic Meningoencephalitis. Her top areas of expertise are Primary Amebic Meningoencephalitis and Malaria.

    Experienced in Primary Amebic Meningoencephalitis
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Primary Amebic Meningoencephalitis
    Family Medicine

    Amrut Hematology Oncology PC

    25012 Hillside Ave Ste B, 
    Bellerose, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Manish Kumar is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Bellerose, New York. Dr. Kumar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Primary Amebic Meningoencephalitis. His top areas of expertise are Hypervitaminosis D, Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS), Japanese Encephalitis, Osteotomy, and Gallbladder Removal.

    Experienced in Primary Amebic Meningoencephalitis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Primary Amebic Meningoencephalitis
    Internal Medicine
    18 Birch Way, 
    Valley Stream, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Shahid Khan is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Valley Stream, New York. Dr. Khan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Primary Amebic Meningoencephalitis. His top areas of expertise are Malaria, Dehydration, Primary Amebic Meningoencephalitis, and Hemolytic Disease of the Newborn.

    Experienced in Primary Amebic Meningoencephalitis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Primary Amebic Meningoencephalitis
    Internal Medicine

    Office

    63 Cottonwood Ln, 
    Briarcliff Manor, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Richard Johnson is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Briarcliff Manor, New York. Dr. Johnson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Primary Amebic Meningoencephalitis. His top area of expertise is Primary Amebic Meningoencephalitis.

    Experienced in Primary Amebic Meningoencephalitis
    Experienced in Primary Amebic Meningoencephalitis

    Yale New Haven Hospital

    5 Columbus Cir, 
    New York, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Melvin Parasram is a Neurologist in New York, New York. Dr. Parasram is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Primary Amebic Meningoencephalitis. His top areas of expertise are Subdural Hematoma, Stroke, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, and Brain Abscess.

    Experienced in Primary Amebic Meningoencephalitis
    Experienced in Primary Amebic Meningoencephalitis

    Nyc Health Hospitals / Bellevue

    462 1st Ave, 
    New York, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kaitlyn Lillemoe is a Neurologist in New York, New York. Dr. Lillemoe is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Primary Amebic Meningoencephalitis. Her top areas of expertise are Stroke, Primary Amebic Meningoencephalitis, Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), Thrombectomy, and Transmyocardial Revascularization.

    Experienced in Primary Amebic Meningoencephalitis
    Infectious Disease
    Experienced in Primary Amebic Meningoencephalitis
    Infectious Disease

    Ryan Chelsea Clinton Community Health Center

    645 10th Ave, 
    New York, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Christian Olivo is an Infectious Disease provider in New York, New York. Dr. Olivo is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Primary Amebic Meningoencephalitis. His top areas of expertise are Strongyloidiasis, Chagas Disease, Bacterial Gastroenteritis, and Myelitis.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Primary Amebic Meningoencephalitis?

    Primary amoebic meningoencephalitis (PAM) is a rare, usually fatal brain infection caused by the single-celled living organism (amoeba), Naegleria fowleri, which is commonly found in warm freshwater environments, such as rivers, lakes, hot springs, swimming pools, contaminated drinking water, water heaters, and soil. Naegleria fowleri is also popularly known as the “brain-eating amoeba.” This amoeba infects humans through the nose, and then travels to the brain wherein it causes primary amoebic meningoencephalitis (inflammation of the brain and the tissues that surround it and the spinal cord ).

    When should I see a Primary Amebic Meningoencephalitis 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 Primary Amebic Meningoencephalitis 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 Primary Amebic Meningoencephalitis 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 Primary Amebic Meningoencephalitis 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 Primary Amebic Meningoencephalitis 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 Primary Amebic Meningoencephalitis doctor search results page. 

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

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Primary Amebic Meningoencephalitis 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 Primary Amebic Meningoencephalitis doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Primary Amebic Meningoencephalitis 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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