
Overview
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 highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Brain Aneurysm, Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation, Cerebral Cavernous Malformation, Thrombectomy, and Nerve Decompression.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 56 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Ferreira is currently accepting new patients.
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755 North Broadway, Suite 540, Sleepy Hollow, NY 10591
130 East 77th Street, Black Hall, 3rd Floor, New York, NY 10075
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Clinical Research
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Christian C. Ferreira
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Christian C. Ferreira?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Christian C. Ferreira by calling their office at 914-269-1930. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Christian C. Ferreira a top-rated expert for Brain Aneurysm?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Christian C. Ferreira is classified as an Advanced expert for Brain Aneurysm, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Christian C. Ferreira specialize in?
While Dr. Christian C. Ferreira is a Neurosurgery, they have specific expertise in Brain Aneurysm, Thrombectomy, and Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurosurgery.
Does Dr. Christian C. Ferreira participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Christian C. Ferreira has published 56 articles and abstracts on conditions like Brain Aneurysm. You can view a list of Dr. Christian C. Ferreira's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Christian C. Ferreira accept my insurance?
Dr. Christian C. Ferreira accepts most major insurance plans, including Anthem BCBS and Northwell Health. We recommend calling the office directly at 914-269-1930 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Advanced
- Brain AneurysmDr. Ferreira isAdvanced. Learn about Brain Aneurysm.
- ThrombectomyDr. Ferreira isAdvanced. Learn about Thrombectomy.
- Experienced
- Arteriovenous MalformationDr. Ferreira isExperienced. Learn about Arteriovenous Malformation.
- Brain Stem CancerDr. Ferreira isExperienced. Learn about Brain Stem Cancer.
- Brain TumorDr. Ferreira isExperienced. Learn about Brain Tumor.
- Cerebral Arteriovenous MalformationDr. Ferreira isExperienced. Learn about Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation.
- Cerebral Artery Bypass SurgeryDr. Ferreira isExperienced. Learn about Cerebral Artery Bypass Surgery.
- Cerebral Cavernous MalformationDr. Ferreira isExperienced. Learn about Cerebral Cavernous Malformation.
- Endovascular EmbolizationDr. Ferreira isExperienced. Learn about Endovascular Embolization.
- Extracranial-Intracranial Bypass SurgeryDr. Ferreira isExperienced. Learn about Extracranial-Intracranial Bypass Surgery.
- GliomaDr. Ferreira isExperienced. Learn about Glioma.
- Gliomatosis CerebriDr. Ferreira isExperienced. Learn about Gliomatosis Cerebri.
- HemangiomaDr. Ferreira isExperienced. Learn about Hemangioma.
- HydrocephalusDr. Ferreira isExperienced. Learn about Hydrocephalus.
- Moyamoya DiseaseDr. Ferreira isExperienced. Learn about Moyamoya Disease.
- Nerve DecompressionDr. Ferreira isExperienced. Learn about Nerve Decompression.
- Stent PlacementDr. Ferreira isExperienced. Learn about Stent Placement.
- StrokeDr. Ferreira isExperienced. Learn about Stroke.
- Subarachnoid HemorrhageDr. Ferreira isExperienced. Learn about Subarachnoid Hemorrhage.
