The 20 Best Spasticity Doctors Near Me in Fresh Meadows, NY

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 617 doctor with experience in Spasticity near Fresh Meadows, NY. Of these, 542 are Experienced, 63 are Advanced and 7 are Distinguished.

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    Advanced in Spasticity
    Neurology | Pain Medicine | Neurosurgery
    Advanced in Spasticity
    Neurology | Pain Medicine | Neurosurgery
    16408 65th Avenue, 
    Fresh Meadows, NY 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Vikas Varma is a Neurologist and a Pain Medicine provider in Fresh Meadows, New York. Dr. Varma is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spasticity. His top areas of expertise are Satoyoshi Syndrome, Vasoconstriction, Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), and Chronic Demyelinizing Neuropathy with IgM Monoclonal.

    Steven J. Schneider
    Experienced in Spasticity
    Neurosurgery | General Surgery
    Experienced in Spasticity
    Neurosurgery | General Surgery
    410 Lakeville Road, Suite 204, 
    New Hyde Park, NY 
     (4.2 miles away)
    Experience:
    44+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Steven Schneider is a General Surgeon and a Neurosurgery provider in New Hyde Park, New York. Dr. Schneider has been practicing medicine for over 44 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spasticity. His top areas of expertise are Cerebellum Agenesis Hydrocephaly, Hydrocephalus, Dysembryoplastic Neuroepithelial Tumors (DNET), Posterior Fossa Decompression, and Endoscopic Transnasal Transsphenoidal Surgery.

    Grace Forde
    Experienced in Spasticity
    Neurology | Pain Medicine
    Experienced in Spasticity
    Neurology | Pain Medicine
    170 Great Neck Road, 
    Great Neck, NY 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Grace Forde is a Neurologist and a Pain Medicine provider in Great Neck, New York. Dr. Forde is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spasticity. Her top areas of expertise are Torticollis, Focal Dystonia, Migraine, and Complex Regional Pain Syndrome.

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    Peiyun Chu
    Experienced in Spasticity
    Neurology
    Experienced in Spasticity
    Neurology

    Neurological Specialties Of Long Island

    170 Great Neck Road, 
    Great Neck, NY 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Mandarin
    Offers Telehealth

    Peiyun Chu is a Neurologist in Great Neck, New York. Dr. Chu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spasticity. Her top areas of expertise are Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), Vertigo, Insomnia, and Athetosis.

    Albert J. Fenoy
    Experienced in Spasticity
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Spasticity
    Neurosurgery

    Northwell Health Neurosurgery & Spine

    805 Northern Boulevard, Suite 100, 
    Great Neck, NY 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Albert Fenoy is the director of functional neurosurgery at Northwell Health. As an experienced, world-renowned neurosurgeon specializing in complex brain and spinal disorders, he acts as the Director of Functional Neurosurgery at Northwell Health. After obtaining his medical degree from Stony Brook School of Medicine, he completed his residency at the University Iowa followed by fellowship training at CHU Grenoble in France. He began his career at The University of Texas Science Center at Houston, where Dr. Fenoy became prominent for innovating the field of functional neurosurgery. Dr. Fenoy is also a fellow of the American Association of Neurological Surgeons and a member of the Congress of Neurological Surgeons. He is committed to providing the highest level of patient care using the latest techniques and technology.Dr. Fenoy is an active researcher at the Feinstein Institute for Medical Research, focusing on the development of new surgical techniques and technologies to improve outcomes for patients with neurological conditions, including deep brain stimulation (DBS) and other forms of neuromodulation. He has utilized this expertise in DBS by performing over 700 cases to date. Dr. Albert Fenoy is also known for his expertise in high intensity focused ultrasound (HIFU), a non-invasive surgical technique that uses focused ultrasound waves to heat and destroy targeted tissue without harming surrounding healthy tissue. In 2023, North Shore University at Northwell Health equipped Dr. Fenoy with this technology in order to bring the highest quality of care to the community.Dr. Fenoy has been involved in several clinical trials in DBS and has been exploring the use of HIFU for the treatment of a variety of movement disorders such as essential tremor and Parkinson's disease. Through his work with HIFU, Dr. Fenoy provides patients with innovative, non-invasive treatments that offer fewer complications and a faster recovery time. He has also been actively involved in educating other physicians and surgeons about the use of DBS and HIFU in the field of neurosurgery.Dr. Fenoy is known for his compassionate approach to patient care and his ability to communicate complex medical information in a clear and understandable way. He works closely with each patient to develop a personalized treatment plan that addresses their unique needs and goals.Using the latest techniques and technology to diagnose and treat a wide range of neurological conditions, including Parkinson's disease, essential tremor, dystonia, treatment resistant depression, and chronic pain, he is also actively involved in research to improve the effectiveness of surgical treatments for these conditions. Dr. Fenoy is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spasticity. His top areas of expertise are Essential Tremor, Parkinson's Disease, Movement Disorders, Deep Brain Stimulation, and Gastrostomy.

    Ashesh D. Mehta
    Experienced in Spasticity
    Neurosurgery | General Surgery
    Experienced in Spasticity
    Neurosurgery | General Surgery

    Northwell Health Neurosurgery & Spine

    805 Northern Boulevard, Suite 100, 
    Great Neck, NY 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Gujarati , Hindi, Spanish
    Offers Telehealth

    "Ashesh D. Mehta, MD, PhD, is director of neurosurgery at Glen Cove Hospital and director of epilepsy surgery at North Shore University Hospital. He is also the director of the Laboratory of Human Brain Mapping at the Feinstein Institutes for Medical Research and has 15 years of experience as a practicing neurosurgeon.Dr. Mehta attended New York University Medical Center for his fellowship in epilepsy surgery and New York Presbyterian Hospital for his residency in neurosurgery. He came to Northwell Health in 2006 with a focus on epilepsy surgery, functional brain mapping, brain and spine tumors and trauma, and degenerative spine disease. He also specializes in radiosurgery, as well as functional neurosurgery and neuromodulation.Along with his peers at the Feinstein Institutes, Dr. Mehta is at the forefront of new innovations in minimally invasive neurosurgical techniques. He has authored numerous articles for medical journals and book chapters in neurosurgery, neurophysiology and epilepsy, and has been featured on national television as an expert in a variety of neuroscience topics. He has also presented his research and clinical findings at international meetings, and has received National Institutes of Health (NIH) funding to perform brain research at Northwell Health toward the development of innovative therapies for the treatment of neurological disease. He has repeatedly been recognized as one of Castle Connolly's ""Top Doctors"".Dr. Mehta's research is focused on advancing minimally invasive neurosurgical techniques to improve precision and reduce recovery time, which he finds to be the most rewarding aspect of his career, because it helps people get back to their normal lives as quickly, efficiently and painlessly as possible. His work in clinical trials includes Stereotactic Laser Ablation for Temporal Lobe Epilepsy (SLATE), which was designed to further expand the use of Medtronic's Visualase MRI-Guided Laser Ablation System. As an assistant professor of neurosurgery at the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell, Dr. Mehta instructs future neurosurgeons in these new techniques.". Dr. Mehta is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spasticity. His top areas of expertise are Seizures, Epilepsy, Subdural Hematoma, Awake Craniotomy, and Deep Brain Stimulation.

    Kevin J. Cipriano
    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 
     (4.4 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 top areas of expertise are Paraplegia, Spasticity, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, and Frozen Shoulder.

    Li-fen Chen
    Experienced in Spasticity
    Neurology
    Experienced in Spasticity
    Neurology

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Neuroscience Institute At Great Neck

    611 Northern Boulevard, Suite 150, 
    Great Neck, NY 
     (4.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Mandarin, Shanghainese
    Offers Telehealth

    Li-fen Chen is a Neurologist in Great Neck, New York. Dr. Chen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spasticity. Her top areas of expertise are Migraine, Headache, Memory Loss, and Vertigo.

    Philip S. Ragone
    Experienced in Spasticity
    Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine | Neurology
    Experienced in Spasticity
    Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine | Neurology

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Neuroscience Institute At Great Neck

    611 Northern Boulevard, Suite 150, 
    Great Neck, NY 
     (4.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Philip Ragone is a Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine specialist and a Neurologist in Great Neck, New York. Dr. Ragone is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spasticity. His top areas of expertise are Parkinson's Disease, Serotonin Syndrome, Movement Disorders, and Headache.

    Surya M. Vishnubhakat
    Experienced in Spasticity
    Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine | Neurology
    Experienced in Spasticity
    Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine | Neurology

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Neuroscience Institute At Great Neck

    611 Northern Boulevard, Suite 150, 
    Great Neck, NY 
     (4.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Telugu, Urdu

    Surya Vishnubhakat is a Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine specialist and a Neurologist in Great Neck, New York. Dr. Vishnubhakat is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spasticity. His top areas of expertise are Myasthenia Gravis, Peripheral Neuropathy, Glossopharyngeal Neuralgia, and Radial Nerve Dysfunction.

    Martin H. Niethammer
    Experienced in Spasticity
    Experienced in Spasticity

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Neuroscience Institute At Great Neck

    611 Northern Boulevard, Suite 150, 
    Great Neck, NY 
     (4.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, German
    Offers Telehealth

    Martin Niethammer is a Neurologist in Great Neck, New York. Dr. Niethammer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spasticity. His top areas of expertise are Movement Disorders, Parkinson's Disease, Drug Induced Dyskinesia, REM Behavior Disorder, and Deep Brain Stimulation.

    Obehioya T. Irumudomon
    Experienced in Spasticity
    Pediatric Neurology
    Experienced in Spasticity
    Pediatric Neurology

    Cohen Children's Northwell Health Physician Partners Pediatric Neurology

    2001 Marcus Avenue, Suite W290, 
    Lake Success, NY 
     (5.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Obehioya Irumudomon is a Pediatric Neurologist in Lake Success, New York. Dr. Irumudomon is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spasticity. Her top areas of expertise are Primary Lateral Sclerosis, Riboflavin Transporter Deficiency Neuronopathy, Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+), and Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure.

    Emma C. Laureta
    Experienced in Spasticity
    Pediatric Neurology
    Experienced in Spasticity
    Pediatric Neurology

    Cohen Children's Northwell Health Physician Partners Pediatric Neurology

    2001 Marcus Avenue, Suite W290, 
    Lake Success, NY 
     (5.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Filipino

    Emma Laureta is a Pediatric Neurologist in Lake Success, New York. Dr. Laureta is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spasticity. Her top areas of expertise are Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Seizures, Epilepsy Juvenile Absence, and Epilepsy.

    Experienced in Spasticity
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Spasticity
    Family Medicine

    Peter R Barra MD John J Rawlings MD John C Coman MD LLP

    4402 Francis Lewis Blvd, 
    Bayside, NY 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Ion Oltean is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Bayside, New York. Dr. Oltean is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spasticity. His top areas of expertise are Dementia, COVID-19, Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C), and Obesity in Children.

    Experienced in Spasticity
    Experienced in Spasticity

    Jamaica Hospital Medical Center

    13420 Jamaica Ave, 
    Jamaica, NY 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Thambirajah Nandakumar is a Neurologist in Jamaica, New York. Dr. Nandakumar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spasticity. His top areas of expertise are Seizures, Stroke, Epilepsy, Memory Loss, and Thrombectomy.

    Experienced in Spasticity
    Hospital Medicine | Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Spasticity
    Hospital Medicine | Internal Medicine
    23811 Braddock Avenue, Floor 1, 
    Bellerose, NY 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Creole, French, Haitian, Spanish

    Marie Belotte is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine and Hospital Medicine in Bellerose, New York. Dr. Belotte is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spasticity. Her top areas of expertise are Rabson-Mendenhall Syndrome, Obesity, Diabetic Neuropathy, and Asthma.

    Experienced in Spasticity
    Neurology | Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Spasticity
    Neurology | Internal Medicine
    10124 Queens Boulevard, Suite A, 
    Forest Hills, NY 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Marina Neystat is a Neurologist and an Internal Medicine provider in Forest Hills, New York. Dr. Neystat is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spasticity. Her top areas of expertise are Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo, New Daily Persistent Headache (NDPH), Migraine, and Chronic Demyelinizing Neuropathy with IgM Monoclonal.

    Experienced in Spasticity
    Hospital Medicine
    Experienced in Spasticity
    Hospital Medicine
    25720 Hillside Avenue, Floor 1, 
    Floral Park, NY 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Gujarati , Hindi
    Offers Telehealth

    Himanshu Pandya is a primary care provider, practicing in Hospital Medicine in Floral Park, New York. Dr. Pandya is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spasticity. His top areas of expertise are Vitamin D Deficiency, Vitamin B12 Deficiency, Stomach Cancer, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Spasticity
    Neurology
    Experienced in Spasticity
    Neurology

    Neurological Specialties Of Long Island PLLC

    170 Great Neck Rd, 
    Great Neck, NY 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Ian Stein is a Neurologist in Great Neck, New York. Dr. Stein is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spasticity. His top areas of expertise are Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), Susac Syndrome, Vertigo, and Memory Loss.

    Experienced in Spasticity
    Experienced in Spasticity
    2035 Lakeville Road, Suite 206, 
    New Hyde Park, NY 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Abraham Glasman is a Neurologist in New Hyde Park, New York. Dr. Glasman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spasticity. His top areas of expertise are Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), Vasoconstriction, Memory Loss, and Vertigo.

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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 Fresh Meadows, 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 Fresh Meadows, 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 Fresh Meadows, 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 Fresh Meadows, 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 Fresh Meadows, 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 Fresh Meadows, 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 Fresh Meadows, 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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