The 20 Best Vertebral Artery Dissection Doctors Near Me in Albany, NY

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The 20 Best Vertebral Artery Dissection Doctors near Albany, NY

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 17 doctor with experience in Vertebral Artery Dissection near Albany, NY. Of these, 10 are Experienced and 7 are Advanced.

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17 providers found
    Advanced in Vertebral Artery Dissection
    Radiology
    Advanced in Vertebral Artery Dissection
    Radiology

    Albany Medical Center

    43 New Scotland Ave, 
    Albany, NY 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Experience:
    18+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Trent Lyons is a Radiologist in Albany, New York. Dr. Lyons has been practicing medicine for over 18 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Vertebral Artery Dissection. His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, PEHO Syndrome, and Mohr-Tranebjaerg Syndrome.

    Experienced in Vertebral Artery Dissection
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Experienced in Vertebral Artery Dissection
    Intensive Care Medicine

    Albany Medical Center

    43 New Scotland Ave, 
    Albany, NY 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Samantha Thomas is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Albany, New York. Dr. Thomas is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Vertebral Artery Dissection. Her top areas of expertise are Spinal Shock, Hypovolemic Shock, Delirium, and Subarachnoid Hemorrhage.

    Experienced in Vertebral Artery Dissection
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Experienced in Vertebral Artery Dissection
    Intensive Care Medicine

    Albany Medical Center Surgeons Pavilion

    50 New Scotland Ave, 
    Albany, NY 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Stephan Martone is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Albany, New York. Dr. Martone is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Vertebral Artery Dissection. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Delirium, Subdural Hematoma, Gastrostomy, and Hip Replacement.

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    Experienced in Vertebral Artery Dissection
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Experienced in Vertebral Artery Dissection
    Intensive Care Medicine

    Albany Medical Center Surgeons Pavilion

    50 New Scotland Ave, 
    Albany, NY 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kurt Edwards is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Albany, New York. Dr. Edwards is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Vertebral Artery Dissection. His top areas of expertise are Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Delirium, Gastrostomy, and Hip Replacement.

    Advanced in Vertebral Artery Dissection
    Neuroradiology
    Advanced in Vertebral Artery Dissection
    Neuroradiology

    Albany Medical Center

    43 New Scotland Ave, 
    Albany, NY 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Chowdhury Miah is a Neuroradiologist in Albany, New York. Dr. Miah has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Vertebral Artery Dissection. His top areas of expertise are Hepatocerebral Degeneration, Mohr-Tranebjaerg Syndrome, X-Linked Intellectual Disability, Siderius Type, and Aicardi-Goutieres Syndrome.

    Advanced in Vertebral Artery Dissection
    Advanced in Vertebral Artery Dissection

    Albany Medical College

    47 New Scotland Ave, 
    Albany, NY 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Junichi Yamamoto is a Neurosurgery provider in Albany, New York. Dr. Yamamoto is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Vertebral Artery Dissection. His top areas of expertise are Brain Aneurysm, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Stroke, Gastrostomy, and Cerebral Artery Bypass Surgery.

    Advanced in Vertebral Artery Dissection
    Neurosurgery
    Advanced in Vertebral Artery Dissection
    Neurosurgery

    Amc

    47 New Scotland Ave, 
    Albany, NY 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Alexandra Paul is a Neurosurgery provider in Albany, New York. Dr. Paul is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Vertebral Artery Dissection. Her top areas of expertise are Brain Aneurysm, Subdural Hematoma, Stroke, Stent Placement, and Thrombectomy.

    Advanced in Vertebral Artery Dissection
    Nurse Practitioner
    Advanced in Vertebral Artery Dissection
    Nurse Practitioner

    Albany Medical College

    47 New Scotland Ave, 
    Albany, NY 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Alyssa Heath is a Nurse Practitioner in Albany, New York. Ms. Heath is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Vertebral Artery Dissection. Her top areas of expertise are Vertebral Artery Dissection, Arteriovenous Malformation, and Pediatric Low-Grade Glioma (pLGG).

    Advanced in Vertebral Artery Dissection
    Neurosurgery
    Advanced in Vertebral Artery Dissection
    Neurosurgery

    Amc

    47 New Scotland Ave, 
    Albany, NY 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    John Dalfino is a Neurosurgery provider in Albany, New York. Dr. Dalfino is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Vertebral Artery Dissection. His top areas of expertise are Brain Aneurysm, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Stroke, Stent Placement, and Transmyocardial Revascularization.

    Advanced in Vertebral Artery Dissection
    Advanced in Vertebral Artery Dissection

    St Peter's Hospital Medicine Dept

    315 S Manning Blvd, 0203 McAuley, 
    Albany, NY 
     (2.5 miles away)
    Experience:
    16+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Richard Jackson is a Neurologist in Albany, New York. Dr. Jackson has been practicing medicine for over 16 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Vertebral Artery Dissection. His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Seizures, Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation, Transmyocardial Revascularization, and Stent Placement.

    Experienced in Vertebral Artery Dissection
    Experienced in Vertebral Artery Dissection

    Albany Medical Center

    43 New Scotland Ave, 
    Albany, NY 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Alaina Qayyum is a Neurologist in Albany, New York. Dr. Qayyum is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Vertebral Artery Dissection. Her top areas of expertise are Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation, Stroke, Cavernous Sinus Thrombosis, and Apoplexy.

    Experienced in Vertebral Artery Dissection
    Experienced in Vertebral Artery Dissection

    Albany Medical Center

    43 New Scotland Ave, 
    Albany, NY 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Panayiotis Varelas is a Neurologist in Albany, New York. Dr. Varelas is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Vertebral Artery Dissection. His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation, Thrombectomy, and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Vertebral Artery Dissection
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Vertebral Artery Dissection
    Neurosurgery

    Albany Medical Center

    43 New Scotland Ave, 
    Albany, NY 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Nicholas Field is a Neurosurgery provider in Albany, New York. Dr. Field has been practicing medicine for over 10 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Vertebral Artery Dissection. His top areas of expertise are Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation, Brain Aneurysm, Stroke, Thrombectomy, and Stent Placement.

    Experienced in Vertebral Artery Dissection
    Nurse Practitioner
    Experienced in Vertebral Artery Dissection
    Nurse Practitioner

    Albany Medical College

    47 New Scotland Ave, 
    Albany, NY 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Brittany Schmit is a Nurse Practitioner in Albany, New York. Ms. Schmit is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Vertebral Artery Dissection. Her top area of expertise is Vertebral Artery Dissection.

    Experienced in Vertebral Artery Dissection
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Vertebral Artery Dissection
    Neurosurgery

    Amc

    47 New Scotland Ave, 
    Albany, NY 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Alan Boulos is a Neurosurgery provider in Albany, New York. Dr. Boulos is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Vertebral Artery Dissection. His top areas of expertise are Brain Aneurysm, Meningioma, Acoustic Neuroma, Thrombectomy, and Stent Placement.

    Experienced in Vertebral Artery Dissection
    Nurse Practitioner
    Experienced in Vertebral Artery Dissection
    Nurse Practitioner

    Office

    43 New Scotland Ave # 10, 
    Albany, NY 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Rana Paulsen is a Nurse Practitioner in Albany, New York. Ms. Paulsen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Vertebral Artery Dissection. Her top areas of expertise are Arteriovenous Malformation, Vertebral Artery Dissection, Processing Deficient Progeroid Laminopathies (PDPL), and Pediatric Low-Grade Glioma (pLGG).

    Experienced in Vertebral Artery Dissection
    Nurse Practitioner
    Experienced in Vertebral Artery Dissection
    Nurse Practitioner

    Neurology River Road

    2125 River Rd Ste 303, 
    Schenectady, NY 
     (11.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Christina Allen is a Nurse Practitioner in Schenectady, New York. Ms. Allen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Vertebral Artery Dissection. Her top areas of expertise are Traumatic Brain Injury, Fractured Spine, Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), and Vertebral Artery Dissection.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    When should I see a Vertebral Artery Dissection doctor near Albany, 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 Vertebral Artery Dissection doctor near Albany, 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 Vertebral Artery Dissection doctors near Albany, 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 Vertebral Artery Dissection doctors near Albany, 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 Vertebral Artery Dissection doctor near Albany, 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 Vertebral Artery Dissection doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Vertebral Artery Dissection 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 Vertebral Artery Dissection doctor near Albany, 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 Vertebral Artery Dissection 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 Vertebral Artery Dissection 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 Vertebral Artery Dissection doctors near Albany, NY?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Vertebral Artery Dissection 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 Vertebral Artery Dissection doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Vertebral Artery Dissection 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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