The 20 Best Spasticity Doctors Near Me in Astoria, NY

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 639 doctor with experience in Spasticity near Astoria, NY. Of these, 561 are Experienced, 66 are Advanced and 7 are Distinguished.

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    Distinguished in Spasticity
    Distinguished in Spasticity

    New York-Presbyterian Hospital

    525 E 68th St, 
    New York, NY 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Michael O Dell is a Physiatrist practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. O Dell is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spasticity. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Spasticity, Stroke, X-Linked Dystonia-Parkinsonism, Oppenheim Dystonia, and Thyroidectomy.

    Experienced in Spasticity
    Neurology
    Experienced in Spasticity
    Neurology

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Neurology At Lenox Hill

    130 East 77th Street, Black Hall, 8th Floor, 
    New York, NY 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hebrew, Spanish
    Offers Telehealth

    Asaff Harel MD MSC is an Associate Professor of Neurology at the Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell and serves as the Director of the Comprehensive Multiple Sclerosis Center as well as the North Shore/LIJ Neurology Residency Program. He subspecializes in the care of people with neuroimmunological conditions such as multiple sclerosis, neuromyelitis optica, MOGAD, sarcoidosis, central nervous system vasculitis, and other related conditions. He received his medical degree from the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. He completed both residency and a neuroimmunology fellowship at the Mount Sinai Hospital. Outside of clinical work and teaching, Dr. Harel is devoted to research and is involved in several clinical trials and internal research projects studying MS and related conditions. Dr. Harel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spasticity. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Acute Flaccid Myelitis (AFM), Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS), and Encephalitis. Dr. Harel is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry/Neurology-Neurology.

    Experienced in Spasticity
    Experienced in Spasticity

    Mount Sinai

    1 Gustave L Levy Pl, 
    New York, NY 
     (2.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    David Simpson is a Neurologist practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Simpson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spasticity. He is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Aromatic L-Amino Acid Decarboxylase (AADC) Deficiency, Dopa-Responsive Dystonia, Familial Paroxysmal Nonkinesigenic Dyskinesia, and Focal Dystonia.

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    Distinguished in Spasticity
    Distinguished in Spasticity

    Icahn School Of Medicine At Mount Sinai

    5 E 98th St, 
    New York, NY 
     (2.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Vincent Huang is a Physiatrist practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Huang is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spasticity. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Paraplegia, Spasticity, Neurogenic Bowel, and Central Pain Syndrome.

    Experienced in Spasticity
    Experienced in Spasticity

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Neurology At Hudson Yards

    525 West 36th Street, 6th Floor, 
    New York, NY 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Daniel Torres is a Neurologist practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Torres is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spasticity. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Peripheral Neuropathy, Concussion, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, and Brachial Plexopathy. Dr. Torres is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry & Neurology and American Board Of Psychiatry & Neurology-Neurophysiology.

    Experienced in Spasticity
    Sports Medicine | Physiatry
    Experienced in Spasticity
    Sports Medicine | Physiatry

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Orthopedic Institute At Rego Park

    95-25 Queens Boulevard, Suite 602, 
    Rego Park, NY 
     (3.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Cipriano is a specialist in Sports Medicine as well as Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation. He completed his Residency in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation at the Medstar-Georgetown National Rehabilitation Hospital Program where he served as Chief Resident. He then went on to sub-specialize in Sports Medicine at Emory University as a team physician for local high schools, the Division I Georgia Tech and Division III Emory University athletic programs, as well as the Atlanta Falcons, Atlanta Hawks, Atlanta Braves, and Atlanta Dream. He attended the 2023 NFL Combine as a representative Team Physician for the Atlanta Falcons.Dr. Cipriano is Board Certified in Physiatry and Sports Medicine. His clinical focus includes athletes and active people of all levels with acute musculoskeletal injuries, as well as chronic degenerative processes of the musculoskeletal system such as osteoarthritis. He focuses on conservative treatment and finding root causes of injuries. These include minimally invasive, non-surgical evaluations and procedures such as biomechanical evaluations and bracing, specific activity/sport related rehabilitation plans, Same-day Diagnostic Ultrasound Evaluations and Ultrasound Guided injections of all Peripheral Joints, Nerve Hydro-dissections, Needle Tenotomy and Barbotage, Platelet Rich Plasma Injections, and Shockwave Therapy (ESWT).Dr. Cipriano has served on national committees in his field and has given multiple presentations at national conferences. He has published multiple research projects while working at the National Institute of Health (NIH) during residency and continued these projects while training at Emory including point of care evaluation of MSK injuries and return to activity treatments. Dr. Cipriano is a native New Yorker and is excited to return home and serve his community. Dr. Cipriano is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spasticity. His clinical expertise encompasses Paraplegia, Spasticity, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, and Frozen Shoulder. Dr. Cipriano is board certified in American Board Of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation.

    Experienced in Spasticity
    Experienced in Spasticity

    Neuromuscular Center

    520 E 70th St # 607, 
    New York, NY 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Experience:
    44+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Michael Rubin is a Neurologist practicing medicine in New York, New York. He has been practicing medicine for over 44 years. Dr. Rubin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spasticity. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Common Peroneal Nerve Dysfunction, Hereditary Sensory and Autonomic Neuropathy Type 2, Infantile Axonal Neuropathy, and Congenital Insensitivity to Pain with Anhidrosis.

    Experienced in Spasticity
    Neurology
    Experienced in Spasticity
    Neurology

    Mount Sinai

    1468 Madison Ave, 
    New York, NY 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Susan Shin is a Neurologist practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Shin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spasticity. She is also highly rated in 42 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Primary Lateral Sclerosis, Guillain-Barre Syndrome, Infantile Axonal Neuropathy, and Congenital Insensitivity to Pain with Anhidrosis.

    Experienced in Spasticity
    Hospital Medicine
    Experienced in Spasticity
    Hospital Medicine
    9418 57th Avenue, 
    Elmhurst, NY 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Cantonese, Mandarin

    Yiling Huang is a primary care provider, practicing in Hospital Medicine in Elmhurst, New York. Dr. Huang is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spasticity. Her clinical expertise encompasses Vitamin D Deficiency, High Cholesterol, Osteoporosis, and Postmenopausal Osteoporosis.

    Experienced in Spasticity
    Hospital Medicine
    Experienced in Spasticity
    Hospital Medicine
    8324 Cornish Avenue, Apartment 1, 
    Elmhurst, NY 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Burmese

    Karen Lee is a primary care provider, practicing in Hospital Medicine in Elmhurst, New York. Dr. Lee is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spasticity. She is also highly rated in 19 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Menetrier Disease, Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Jaundice, and Common Cold.

    Experienced in Spasticity
    Experienced in Spasticity

    Office

    274 Madison Ave Rm 501, 
    New York, NY 
     (3.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Narmina Dzhafarova is a Neurologist practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Dzhafarova is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spasticity. She is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Partial Familial Epilepsy, Partial Seizure, Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), and Memory Loss.

    Experienced in Spasticity
    Experienced in Spasticity

    Saint Lukes Roosevelt Hospital Lab

    1000 10th Ave, 
    New York, NY 
     (3.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Rory M Abrams is a Neurologist practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. M Abrams is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spasticity. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Peripheral Neuropathy, Myelin Oligodendrocyte Glycoprotein Antibody-Associated Disease, Guillain-Barre Syndrome, and Cramp-Fasciculation Syndrome.

    Experienced in Spasticity
    Experienced in Spasticity

    Saint Lukes Roosevelt Hospital Lab

    1000 10th Ave, 
    New York, NY 
     (3.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Shanna Patterson is a Neurologist practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Patterson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spasticity. She is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses GM1 Gangliosidosis, Peripheral Neuropathy, Cramp-Fasciculation Syndrome, and Gangliosidosis.

    Experienced in Spasticity
    Experienced in Spasticity
    247 3rd Avenue, Room 304, 
    New York, NY 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hebrew, Spanish

    Board-certified neurologist, practicing the specialty of general-neurology, as well as the subspecialty of neuromuscular diseases & Electrodiagnosis (EMG & NCSs). Dr. Heublum is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spasticity. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Peripheral Neuropathy, Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), Vertigo, and Epilepsy. Dr. Heublum is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology and American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Experienced in Spasticity
    Experienced in Spasticity

    NYC Medical And Neurodiagnostic PC

    6318 Austin St, 
    Rego Park, NY 
     (3.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dmitriy Kolesnik is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Rego Park, New York. Dr. Kolesnik is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spasticity. He is also highly rated in 20 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Peripheral Neuropathy, Neuralgia, Vertigo, and Landau-Kleffner Syndrome.

    Experienced in Spasticity
    Experienced in Spasticity

    Gramercy Park Physicians LLP

    10 Union Sq E, 
    New York, NY 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Daniel Macgowan is a Neurologist practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Macgowan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spasticity. He is also highly rated in 27 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Primary Lateral Sclerosis, Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy, and Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 3.

    Experienced in Spasticity
    Experienced in Spasticity

    Office

    301 E 17th St Ste 1534, 
    New York, NY 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Kiril Kiprovski is a Neurologist practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Kiprovski is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spasticity. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Congenital Insensitivity to Pain with Anhidrosis, Hereditary Sensory and Autonomic Neuropathy Type 2, Infantile Axonal Neuropathy, and Hereditary Neuralgic Amyotrophy.

    Advanced in Spasticity
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Spasticity
    Internal Medicine

    Nyu Langone Care On Demand-West Village

    540 Hudson St, 
    New York, NY 
     (4.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ping Zhou is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Zhou is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spasticity. She is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Spasticity, Primary Amyloidosis, Sepsis, Tissue Biopsy, and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Spasticity
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Spasticity
    Internal Medicine

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Internal Medicine At Third Avenue

    1421 3rd Avenue, 5th Floor, 
    New York, NY 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Debra Green is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Green is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spasticity. Her clinical expertise encompasses Multiple Carboxylase Deficiency, Folate Deficiency, Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia, and Subacute Combined Degeneration.

    Neurological Surgery

    1305 York Ave Fl 9, 
    New York, NY 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Jeffrey Greenfield is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Greenfield is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spasticity. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chiari Malformation, Chiari Malformation Type 2, Syringomyelia, Chiari Malformation Type 1, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Greenfield is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Spasticity?

    Spasticity is stiff or rigid muscles. It may also be called unusual tightness or increased muscle tone. Reflexes (for example, a knee-jerk reflex) are stronger or exaggerated. The condition can interfere with walking, movement, speech, and many other activities of daily living.

    When should I see a Spasticity doctor near Astoria, 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 Spasticity doctor near Astoria, 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 Spasticity doctors near Astoria, 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 Spasticity doctors near Astoria, 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 Spasticity doctor near Astoria, 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 Spasticity doctor search results page. 

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

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

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