The 20 Best Transverse Myelitis Doctors Near Me in New York, US

Find the Top Transverse Myelitis Experts and Specialists

Last Updated: 09/19/2026

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MediFind found 143 doctor with experience in Transverse Myelitis near New York, US. Of these, 119 are Experienced, 21 are Advanced, 2 are Elite and 1 are Distinguished.

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    Elite in Transverse Myelitis
    Neurology
    Elite in Transverse Myelitis
    Neurology
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    Helen L. & Martin S. Kimmel Hyperbaric & Advanced Wound Healing Center

    240 E 38th St Fl 13, 
    New York, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Ilya Kister is a Neurologist practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Kister is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Transverse Myelitis. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Neuromyelitis Optica, Optic Neuritis, Hip Replacement, and Knee Replacement.

    Advanced in Transverse Myelitis
    Advanced in Transverse Myelitis
    Referral may be required

    NYU Langone Internal Medicine Associates

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

    Laura Balcer is a Neurologist practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Balcer is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Transverse Myelitis. She is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Optic Neuritis, Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Concussion, and Brown Syndrome.

    Advanced in Transverse Myelitis
    Advanced in Transverse Myelitis
    Referral may be required

    Helen L. & Martin S. Kimmel Hyperbaric & Advanced Wound Healing Center

    240 E 38th St Fl 13, 
    New York, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Lauren Krupp is a Neurologist practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Krupp is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Transverse Myelitis. She is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS), Optic Neuritis, Neuromyelitis Optica, and Adenoidectomy.

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    Advanced in Transverse Myelitis
    Advanced in Transverse Myelitis
    Referral may be required

    NYU Langone Internal Medicine Associates

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

    Steven Galetta is a Neurologist practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Galetta is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Transverse Myelitis. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Optic Neuritis, Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Brown Syndrome, Concussion, and Thrombectomy.

    Experienced in Transverse Myelitis
    Experienced in Transverse Myelitis
    Referral may be required

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Neuroscience Institute At Great Neck

    611 Northern Boulevard, Suite 150, 
    Great Neck, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic
    Accepting New Patients

    Souhel Najjar is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Great Neck, New York. Dr. Najjar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Transverse Myelitis. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Encephalitis, Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis, Rasmussen Encephalitis, Epilepsy, and Thrombectomy. Dr. Najjar is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry/Neurology-Neurology. Dr. Najjar is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Transverse Myelitis
    Experienced in Transverse Myelitis
    Referral may be required

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Surgical Oncology At Lake Success

    450 Lakeville Road, Entrance D, 
    Lake Success, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Deborah Gruber is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Lake Success, New York. Dr. Gruber is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Transverse Myelitis. She is also highly rated in 19 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Glioma, Astrocytoma, Glioblastoma, and Gliomatosis Cerebri. Dr. Gruber is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry/Neurology-Neurology. Dr. Gruber is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Transverse Myelitis
    Experienced in Transverse Myelitis
    Referral required

    Amc

    47 New Scotland Ave, 
    Albany, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Matthew Murnane is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Albany, New York. Dr. Murnane is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Transverse Myelitis. He is also highly rated in 66 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hereditary Sensory Neuropathy Type 1 (HSN1), Andermann Syndrome, Septic Arthritis, and Charcot-Marie-Tooth Disease. Dr. Murnane is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Transverse Myelitis
    Experienced in Transverse Myelitis
    Referral may be required

    Albany Medical College

    215 Washington Avenue Ext, 
    Albany, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Eric Molho is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Albany, New York. Dr. Molho is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Transverse Myelitis. He is also highly rated in 46 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Movement Disorders, Parkinson's Disease, Drug Induced Dyskinesia, Focal Dystonia, and Deep Brain Stimulation.

    Distinguished in Transverse Myelitis
    Distinguished in Transverse Myelitis
    Referral may be required

    Neurological Specialties Of Long Island

    170 Great Neck Road, 
    Great Neck, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Itzhak Haimovic is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Great Neck, New York. Dr. Haimovic is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Transverse Myelitis. He is also highly rated in 39 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), Vasoconstriction, Vertigo, and Transverse Myelitis. Dr. Haimovic is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry/Neurology-Neurology. Dr. Haimovic is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Transverse Myelitis
    Advanced in Transverse Myelitis
    Referral may be required
    1991 Marcus Avenue, Suite 110, 
    New Hyde Park, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Polish, Russian
    Accepting New Patients

    Denis Ostrovskiy is a Neurologist practicing medicine in New Hyde Park, New York. Dr. Ostrovskiy is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Transverse Myelitis. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Myasthenia Gravis, Transverse Myelitis, and Seizures. Dr. Ostrovskiy is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry & Neurology-Neurophysiology and American Board Of Electrodiagnostic Medicine. Dr. Ostrovskiy is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Transverse Myelitis
    Advanced in Transverse Myelitis
    Referral may be required

    CUIMC/Neurological Institute Of New York

    710 West 168th Street, 
    New York, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Kathryn Holroyd is a Neurologist practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Holroyd is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Transverse Myelitis. She is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Transverse Myelitis, Neuromyelitis Optica, Optic Neuritis, and Encephalitis Lethargica. Dr. Holroyd is board certified in Neurology. Dr. Holroyd is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Transverse Myelitis
    Advanced in Transverse Myelitis
    Referral may be required

    CUIMC/Neurological Institute Of New York

    710 West 168th Street, 
    New York, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Sarah Wesley is a Neurologist practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Wesley is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Transverse Myelitis. She is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Encephalitis, Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis, Rasmussen Encephalitis, and Multiple Sclerosis (MS). Dr. Wesley is board certified in Neurology. Dr. Wesley is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Transverse Myelitis
    Advanced in Transverse Myelitis
    Referral may be required

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Neuroscience Institute At Great Neck

    611 Northern Boulevard, Suite 150, 
    Great Neck, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Natasha Hameed is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Great Neck, New York. Dr. Hameed is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Transverse Myelitis. She is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Transverse Myelitis, Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS), and Encephalitis. Dr. Hameed is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Transverse Myelitis
    Advanced in Transverse Myelitis
    Referral may be required

    Robert And John M. Bendheim Parkinson And Movement Disorder Center

    5 E 98th St # 2, 
    New York, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Fred Lublin is a Neurologist practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Lublin is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Transverse Myelitis. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS), Transverse Myelitis, and Optic Neuritis. Dr. Lublin is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Transverse Myelitis
    Advanced in Transverse Myelitis
    Referral may be required

    University Of Rochester

    601 Elmwood Ave, 
    Rochester, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Lawrence Samkoff is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Rochester, New York. Dr. Samkoff is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Transverse Myelitis. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Encephalitis, Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis, and Rasmussen Encephalitis.

    Advanced in Transverse Myelitis
    Advanced in Transverse Myelitis
    Referral may be required

    Geemson Oo M.D. PLLC

    3775 Seneca St, 
    Buffalo, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Peterkin Lee-Kwen is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Buffalo, New York. Dr. Lee-Kwen is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Transverse Myelitis. He is also highly rated in 62 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Autosomal Dominant Partial Epilepsy with Auditory Features, Memory Loss, Seizures, and Progressive Myoclonic Epilepsy.

    Advanced in Transverse Myelitis
    Advanced in Transverse Myelitis
    Referral may be required

    University Of Rochester

    601 Elmwood Ave, 
    Rochester, NY 
    Experience:
    18+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jessica Robb is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Rochester, New York. She has been practicing medicine for over 18 years. Dr. Robb is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Transverse Myelitis. She is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS), Transverse Myelitis, and Rasmussen Encephalitis.

    Advanced in Transverse Myelitis
    Advanced in Transverse Myelitis
    Referral may be required

    Icahn School Of Medicine At Mount Sinai

    5 E 98th St, 
    New York, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sylvia Klineova is a Neurologist practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Klineova is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Transverse Myelitis. She is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS), Optic Neuritis, and Neuromyelitis Optica.

    Advanced in Transverse Myelitis
    Advanced in Transverse Myelitis
    Referral may be required

    CUIMC/Neurological Institute Of New York

    710 W 168th St, 
    New York, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Claire Riley is a Neurologist practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Riley is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Transverse Myelitis. She is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS), Neuromyelitis Optica, and Optic Neuritis.

    Advanced in Transverse Myelitis
    Advanced in Transverse Myelitis
    Referral may be required

    American Forensic Toxicology Services LLC

    789 Park Ave, 
    Huntington, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Josef Gutman is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Huntington, New York. Dr. Gutman is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Transverse Myelitis. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS), Transverse Myelitis, Knee Replacement, and Hip Replacement.

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    Last Updated: 09/19/2026

    What is the definition of Transverse Myelitis?

    Transverse myelitis is a neurological disorder caused by inflammation of the spinal cord, which carries nerve signals from the brain to the rest of the body. The segment of the spinal cord that has inflammation or damage determines the symptoms a person has. Generally, inflammation at one segment causes symptoms at that level and below that level. Most commonly, the upper spinal cord is affected, causing impaired leg movement, and problems controlling the bowel and bladder. The cause of Transverse myelitis may be unknown (idiopathic) or it may be associated with a wide variety of underlying health problems, including infections, immune system disorders, and other inflammatory disorders. Tests that may be used to diagnose Transverse myelitis include MRI to look for compression or inflammation of the spinal cord, and a lumbar puncture (spinal tap) to look for evidence of inflammation in the fluid surrounding the spinal cord (cerebrospinal fluid).

    When should I see a Transverse Myelitis 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 Transverse Myelitis 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 Transverse Myelitis 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 Transverse Myelitis 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 Transverse Myelitis 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 Transverse Myelitis doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Transverse Myelitis 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 Transverse Myelitis 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 Transverse Myelitis 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 Transverse Myelitis 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 Transverse Myelitis doctors in New York, US?

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

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Transverse Myelitis 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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