The 20 Best Stroke Doctors Near Me in Nyack, NY

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The 20 Best Stroke Doctors near Nyack, NY

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 464 doctor with experience in Stroke near Nyack, NY. Of these, 379 are Experienced, 67 are Advanced, 17 are Distinguished and 1 are Elite.

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    Elite in Stroke
    Elite in Stroke

    WMcHealth Brain And Spine Institute

    100 Woods Rd # 4, 
    Valhalla, NY 
     (7.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Chirag Gandhi is a Neurologist in Valhalla, New York. Dr. Gandhi is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. His top areas of expertise are Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Arteriovenous Malformation, Stroke, Thrombectomy, and Endovascular Embolization.

    Lon J. Satnick
    Advanced in Stroke
    Advanced in Stroke
    701 N. Broadway, 
    Sleepy Hollow, NY 
     (3.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Lon Satnick is a Physiatrist in Sleepy Hollow, New York. Dr. Satnick is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Hemiplegia, Subdural Hematoma, and Miller-Fisher Syndrome.

    Rafael A. Ortiz
    Distinguished in Stroke
    Neuroradiology | Vascular Surgery | Interventional Radiology
    Distinguished in Stroke
    Neuroradiology | Vascular Surgery | Interventional Radiology

    WPHPA Neuro-Endovascular Surgery

    122 Maple Avenue, 8th Floor, 
    White Plains, NY 
     (8.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French, Spanish
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Rafael Alexander Ortiz is Executive Director of Neurosciences, Chief of Neuro-Endovascular Surgery and Chief of Neurology at White Plains Hospital. His specialties include endovascular treatment of cerebral aneurysms; embolization of brain tumors and vascular tumors of the head and neck region; cerebral and spinal arteriovenous malformations; ischemic stroke; cerebral and carotid artery stenting; and treatment of craniofacial vascular lesions in adults and children, among others. Dr. Ortiz is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. His top areas of expertise are Brain Aneurysm, Stroke, Apoplexy, Stent Placement, and Transmyocardial Revascularization.

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    Christopher Langston
    Experienced in Stroke
    Experienced in Stroke

    Nyack Hospital

    160 North Midland Avenue, 
    Nyack, NY 
     (0.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Christopher Langston is a Neurologist in Nyack, New York. Dr. Langston is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. His top areas of expertise are Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS), Optic Neuritis, and Neuromyelitis Optica.

    Advanced in Stroke
    Neuroradiology | Radiology
    Advanced in Stroke
    Neuroradiology | Radiology
    701 N. Broadway, 
    Sleepy Hollow, NY 
     (3.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Joseph Santoro is a Radiologist and a Neuroradiologist in Sleepy Hollow, New York. Dr. Santoro is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. His top areas of expertise are Ascites, Herniated Disk, Stroke, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Gastrostomy.

    Sanda I. Carniciu
    Experienced in Stroke
    Experienced in Stroke
    245 North Broadway, 
    Sleepy Hollow, NY 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Romanian
    Offers Telehealth

    Sanda Carniciu is a Neurologist in Sleepy Hollow, New York. Dr. Carniciu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. Her top areas of expertise are Peripheral Neuropathy, Meningioma, Headache, and Alzheimer's Disease.

    Howard Choi
    Experienced in Stroke
    Physiatry
    Experienced in Stroke
    Physiatry
    701 North Broadway, 
    Sleepy Hollow, NY 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Howard Choi is a Physiatrist in Sleepy Hollow, New York. Dr. Choi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Guillain-Barre Syndrome, and Miller-Fisher Syndrome.

    Nisali A. Gunawardane
    Experienced in Stroke
    Experienced in Stroke
    755 North Broadway, Suite 430, 
    Sleepy Hollow, NY 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Nisali Gunawardane is a Neurologist in Sleepy Hollow, New York. Dr. Gunawardane is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. Her top areas of expertise are Seizures, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Encephalitis, and Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis.

    Frasat Chaudhry
    Experienced in Stroke
    Experienced in Stroke

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Neurology At Phelps, 755 North Broadway

    755 North Broadway, Suite 430, 
    Sleepy Hollow, NY 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Frasat Chaudhry is a Neurologist in Sleepy Hollow, New York. Dr. Chaudhry is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. Her top areas of expertise are Migraine with Brainstem Aura, Migraine, Trigeminal Neuralgia, and Essential Tremor.

    Danilo O. Silva
    Experienced in Stroke
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Stroke
    Neurosurgery

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

    755 North Broadway, Suite 540, 
    Sleepy Hollow, NY 
     (4.0 miles away)
    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 Stroke. His top areas of expertise are Radiation Induced Meningioma, Meningioma, Familial Porencephaly, Turbinectomy, and Laminectomy.

    Christian C. Ferreira
    Experienced in Stroke
    Experienced in Stroke

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

    755 North Broadway, Suite 540, 
    Sleepy Hollow, NY 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Portuguese, Spanish
    Offers Telehealth

    Christian Ferreira, MD, is a dual-trained cerebrovascular neurosurgeon at Northwell Health, providing comprehensive care at Phelps Hospital, Lenox Hill Hospital and Northern Westchester Hospital. He specializes in treating brain aneurysms, arteriovenous malformations (AVMs), ischemic stroke, and other complex cerebrovascular conditions using both open surgical and minimally invasive endovascular techniques. In addition to his expertise in vascular neurosurgery, Dr. Ferreira is also trained in brain tumor resection, skull base surgery, spine surgery, and endoscopic spine procedures.Originally from Brazil, Dr. Ferreira earned his medical degree from Centro Universit rio de Volta Redonda (UniFOA) and completed his neurosurgery residency at Hospital Universit rio Antonio Pedro, Universidade Federal Fluminense. He then pursued an endovascular neurosurgery fellowship at Hospital Santa Teresa in Petr polis, Brazil, focusing on catheter-based treatment of cerebrovascular diseases.Following his move to the United States, Dr. Ferreira completed a CAST-accredited Cerebrovascular Fellowship at Lenox Hill Hospital, Northwell Health, with a focus on both open and hybrid techniques. He subsequently advanced his training with a second Endovascular Neurosurgery Fellowship at Northwell Health, working across Lenox Hill and Phelps hospitals. All of his U.S.-based postgraduate training was conducted under the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell, where he now serves as a faculty member and clinical mentor.Dr. Ferreira is actively engaged in clinical research, serving as an investigator on multiple clinical trials exploring innovative approaches for stroke and glioblastoma, including intra-arterial chemotherapy and advanced device-based therapies. His work has been widely published in peer-reviewed journals and presented at international meetings such as SLICE, LINNC, and CNS.He is board-certified by the Sociedade Brasileira de Neurocirurgia and maintains active membership in the Congress of Neurological Surgeons and the Brazilian Society of Neurosurgery. Dr. Ferreira brings a patient-centered, multidisciplinary approach to care and is committed to advancing the field of neurosurgery through research, education, and innovation.LanguagesEnglish, Portuguese and Spanish. Dr. Ferreira is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. His top areas of expertise are Brain Aneurysm, Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation, Arteriovenous Malformation, Thrombectomy, and Cerebral Artery Bypass Surgery.

    Michael I. Weintraub
    Experienced in Stroke
    Experienced in Stroke
    325 South Highland Avenue, 
    Briarcliff Manor, NY 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish

    Michael Weintraub is a Neurologist in Briarcliff Manor, New York. Dr. Weintraub is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. His top areas of expertise are Thromboangiitis Obliterans, Cerebral Autosomal Dominant Arteriopathy with Subcortical Infarcts and Leukoencephalopathy, Headache, and Multiple Sclerosis (MS).

    Experienced in Stroke
    Interventional Radiology
    Experienced in Stroke
    Interventional Radiology

    Montefiore Nyack Hospital

    160 N Midland Ave, 
    Nyack, NY 
     (0.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Boris Nikolic is an Interventional Radiologist in Nyack, New York. Dr. Nikolic is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. His top areas of expertise are Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), Lung Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Gastrostomy, and Vertebroplasty.

    Experienced in Stroke
    Interventional Radiology | Radiology
    Experienced in Stroke
    Interventional Radiology | Radiology
    701 N. Broadway, 
    Sleepy Hollow, NY 
     (3.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish

    Anthony Febles is a Radiologist and an Interventional Radiologist in Sleepy Hollow, New York. Dr. Febles is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. His top areas of expertise are Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis, Melorheostosis, Osteopenia, Gastrostomy, and Liver Embolization.

    Experienced in Stroke
    Experienced in Stroke

    Office

    2 Centerock Rd, 
    West Nyack, NY 
     (3.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Xiangmin Peng is a Neurologist in West Nyack, New York. Dr. Peng is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. Her top areas of expertise are Migraine, New Daily Persistent Headache (NDPH), Memory Loss, and Cramp-Fasciculation Syndrome.

    Experienced in Stroke
    Experienced in Stroke
    755 North Broadway, Suite 430, 
    Sleepy Hollow, NY 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Sinhala

    Kasun Navarathna is a Neurologist in Sleepy Hollow, New York. Dr. Navarathna is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. His top areas of expertise are Brain Herniation, Chiari Malformation Type 1, Chiari Malformation, and Stroke.

    Experienced in Stroke
    Experienced in Stroke

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Neurology At Phelps, 755 North Broadway

    755 North Broadway, Suite 430, 
    Sleepy Hollow, NY 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Barry Menna is a Neurologist in Sleepy Hollow, New York. Dr. Menna is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. His top areas of expertise are Lewy Body Dementia (LBD), Memory Loss, Cerebellar Degeneration, and Seizures.

    Wilbert Aronow
    Distinguished in Stroke
    Internal Medicine
    Distinguished in Stroke
    Internal Medicine

    Office

    19 Bradhurst Ave Ste 1700GG, 
    Hawthorne, NY 
     (6.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Wilbert Aronow is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Hawthorne, New York. Dr. Aronow is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. His top areas of expertise are Heart Failure, Heart Attack, Hypertension, Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI), and Aortic Valve Replacement.

    Shalabh Bobra
    Advanced in Stroke
    Advanced in Stroke

    East Post Road Medical Services PC

    41 E Post Rd, 
    White Plains, NY 
     (8.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Shalabh Bobra is the Section Chief of Neuroradiology at White Plains Hospital. Providing subspecialty imaging expertise on the central and peripheral nervous system, spine, and head and neck, he also serves as a consultant to Hospital physicians for the diagnosis of strokes, brain tumors, epilepsy, multiple sclerosis, spine disease and head and neck tumors. Dr. Bobra is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Herniated Disk, and Brain Aneurysm.

    William Gomes
    Advanced in Stroke
    Neuroradiology
    Advanced in Stroke
    Neuroradiology

    ColumbiaDoctors At NewYork-Presbyterian The One

    1111 Westchester Avenue, 
    White Plains, NY 
     (9.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr. Gomes is a board-certified neuroradiologist with specific clinical and research interests in head and neck imaging and pediatric neuroimaging. He is an associate professor of radiology at Columbia University Irving Medical Center. Dr. Gomes received his MD, as well as a PhD in neuroscience, through the Medical Scientist Training Program at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine. He completed a medical internship at Long Island Jewish Medical Center, followed by diagnostic radiology residency and neuroradiology fellowship training at Montefiore Medical Center. He has previously served as assistant professor of radiology at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine/Montefiore Medical Center and associate professor of radiology at New York Medical College/Westchester Medical Center. Dr. Gomes is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Headache, Cerebellar Multiple System Atrophy, Hepatocerebral Degeneration, and Thrombectomy.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Stroke?

    A stroke occurs when blood flow to a part of the brain stops. A stroke is sometimes called a "brain attack."

    If blood flow is cut off for longer than a few seconds, the brain cannot get nutrients and oxygen. Brain cells can die, causing lasting damage.

    A stroke can also occur if a blood vessel inside the brain bursts, leading to bleeding inside the head.

    When should I see a Stroke doctor near Nyack, 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 Stroke doctor near Nyack, 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 Stroke doctors near Nyack, 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 Stroke doctors near Nyack, 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 Stroke doctor near Nyack, 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 Stroke doctor search results page. 

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

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

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