
Overview
David Kaufman, MD, an attending physician and Professor of Neurology and of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at Montefiore Einstein, concentrates on the neurologic aspects of psychiatric illness and movement disorders. He provides neurology consultations for in-patients and out-patients, serves as the attending on consultation and ward rounds, and supervises neurology clinics at Montefiore Einstein. He works closely with psychiatrists and, for botulinum treatment of certain dystopias, the neuromuscular group.
Dr. Kaufman is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Focal Dystonia, Drug Induced Dyskinesia, Movement Disorders, and Parkinson's Disease.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 4 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Kaufman is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
3400 Bainbridge Avenue, Bronx, NY 10467
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
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Andrew B. Lassman, MD, FAAN, FASCO, is a Professor of Neurology and Associate Dean of Clinical Research Compliance at the Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons. Dr. Lassman also serves as Chief of the Division of Neuro-Oncology and Vice Chair for Clinical Research in the Department of Neurology, and as Associate Director for Clinical Trials at the Herbert Irving Comprehensive Cancer Center. As a clinician-scientist, Dr. Lassman focuses both his research and clinical efforts on improving the understanding and treatment of brain tumors.Dr. Lassman has particular expertise in translational clinical trials for brain tumors, with molecular correlative analyses to understand the reasons for treatment success or failure, and to refine treatment paradigms. Dr. Lassman has led retrospective studies, single institution prospective clinical trials, and multicenter prospective trials conducted nationally through the National Cancer Institute sponsored National Clinical Trials Network. His contributions to the field of Neuro-Oncology have been recognized with numerous awards, including the Preuss Award in Neuro-Oncology from the American Academy of Neurology, the Boyer Clinical Research Award from Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center, and the Gary Lichtenstein Humanitarian Award from Voices Against Brain Cancer.Dr. Lassman earned his BS and MS degrees in Molecular Biophysics and Biochemistry, as part of a combined four-year program at Yale University. He attained his MD from Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons and completed Neurology residency at the Neurological Institute of New York, at NewYork-Presbyterian/Columbia University Irving Medical Center. Dr. Lassman completed his fellowship in Neuro-Oncology at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center, where he joined the faculty and served as fellowship director, until his return to NewYork-Presbyterian/Columbia University Irving Medical Center. Dr. Lassman is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Astrocytoma, Glioblastoma, Glioma, and Gliomatosis Cerebri. Dr. Lassman is board certified in Neurology. Dr. Lassman is currently accepting new patients.
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Horacio Kaufmann is a Neurologist practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Kaufmann is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Dysautonomia, Hereditary Sensory and Autonomic Neuropathy Type 2, Hajdu-Cheney Syndrome, and Orthostatic Hypotension.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. David M. Kaufman
How do I make an appointment with Dr. David M. Kaufman?
You can book an appointment with Dr. David M. Kaufman by calling their office at 718-920-4730. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. David M. Kaufman a top-rated expert for Focal Dystonia?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. David M. Kaufman is classified as an Advanced expert for Focal Dystonia, 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. David M. Kaufman specialize in?
While Dr. David M. Kaufman is a Neurology, they have specific expertise in Focal Dystonia, Drug Induced Dyskinesia, and Movement Disorders. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurology.
Does Dr. David M. Kaufman participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. David M. Kaufman has published 4 articles and abstracts on conditions like Focal Dystonia. You can view a list of Dr. David M. Kaufman's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. David M. Kaufman accept my insurance?
Dr. David M. Kaufman accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 718-920-4730 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- ChoreaDr. Kaufman isAdvanced. Learn about Chorea.
- Drug Induced DyskinesiaDr. Kaufman isAdvanced. Learn about Drug Induced Dyskinesia.
- Focal DystoniaDr. Kaufman isAdvanced. Learn about Focal Dystonia.
- Movement DisordersDr. Kaufman isAdvanced. Learn about Movement Disorders.
- Parkinson's DiseaseDr. Kaufman isAdvanced. Learn about Parkinson's Disease.
- Experienced
- Aromatic L-Amino Acid Decarboxylase (AADC) Deficiency
- Bell's PalsyDr. Kaufman isExperienced. Learn about Bell's Palsy.
- Benign Essential BlepharospasmDr. Kaufman isExperienced. Learn about Benign Essential Blepharospasm.
- Brain AbscessDr. Kaufman isExperienced. Learn about Brain Abscess.
- Cerebellar DegenerationDr. Kaufman isExperienced. Learn about Cerebellar Degeneration.
- Cervical MyelopathyDr. Kaufman isExperienced. Learn about Cervical Myelopathy.
- Charles Bonnet SyndromeDr. Kaufman isExperienced. Learn about Charles Bonnet Syndrome.
- Chronic PolyradiculoneuritisDr. Kaufman isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Polyradiculoneuritis.
- Continuous Spike-Wave During Slow Sleep Syndrome
- Corticobasal DegenerationDr. Kaufman isExperienced. Learn about Corticobasal Degeneration.
- Dopa-Responsive DystoniaDr. Kaufman isExperienced. Learn about Dopa-Responsive Dystonia.
- Dravet SyndromeDr. Kaufman isExperienced. Learn about Dravet Syndrome.
- EpilepsyDr. Kaufman isExperienced. Learn about Epilepsy.
- Essential TremorDr. Kaufman isExperienced. Learn about Essential Tremor.
- Facial ParalysisDr. Kaufman isExperienced. Learn about Facial Paralysis.
- Familial Paroxysmal Nonkinesigenic Dyskinesia
- FucosidosisDr. Kaufman isExperienced. Learn about Fucosidosis.
- Generalized Tonic-Clonic SeizureDr. Kaufman isExperienced. Learn about Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure.
- Guillain-Barre SyndromeDr. Kaufman isExperienced. Learn about Guillain-Barre Syndrome.
- HeadacheDr. Kaufman isExperienced. Learn about Headache.
- Hereditary AtaxiaDr. Kaufman isExperienced. Learn about Hereditary Ataxia.
- Huntington DiseaseDr. Kaufman isExperienced. Learn about Huntington Disease.
- Lafora DiseaseDr. Kaufman isExperienced. Learn about Lafora Disease.
- Landau-Kleffner SyndromeDr. Kaufman isExperienced. Learn about Landau-Kleffner Syndrome.
- Legius SyndromeDr. Kaufman isExperienced. Learn about Legius Syndrome.
- Low Blood PressureDr. Kaufman isExperienced. Learn about Low Blood Pressure.
- Mcleod Neuroacanthocytosis SyndromeDr. Kaufman isExperienced. Learn about Mcleod Neuroacanthocytosis Syndrome.
- Memory LossDr. Kaufman isExperienced. Learn about Memory Loss.
- MeningiomaDr. Kaufman isExperienced. Learn about Meningioma.
- MigraineDr. Kaufman isExperienced. Learn about Migraine.
- Miller-Fisher SyndromeDr. Kaufman isExperienced. Learn about Miller-Fisher Syndrome.
- Multiple Sclerosis (MS)Dr. Kaufman isExperienced. Learn about Multiple Sclerosis (MS).
- NeuralgiaDr. Kaufman isExperienced. Learn about Neuralgia.
- NeurofibromatosisDr. Kaufman isExperienced. Learn about Neurofibromatosis.
- Neuromyelitis OpticaDr. Kaufman isExperienced. Learn about Neuromyelitis Optica.
- Neuronal Intranuclear Inclusion Disease (NIID)
- Opsoclonus-Myoclonus SyndromeDr. Kaufman isExperienced. Learn about Opsoclonus-Myoclonus Syndrome.
- Optic NeuritisDr. Kaufman isExperienced. Learn about Optic Neuritis.
- Peripheral NeuropathyDr. Kaufman isExperienced. Learn about Peripheral Neuropathy.
- Photosensitive EpilepsyDr. Kaufman isExperienced. Learn about Photosensitive Epilepsy.
- Post-Traumatic EpilepsyDr. Kaufman isExperienced. Learn about Post-Traumatic Epilepsy.
- Progressive Hemifacial AtrophyDr. Kaufman isExperienced. Learn about Progressive Hemifacial Atrophy.
- Progressive Myoclonic EpilepsyDr. Kaufman isExperienced. Learn about Progressive Myoclonic Epilepsy.
- Progressive Supranuclear PalsyDr. Kaufman isExperienced. Learn about Progressive Supranuclear Palsy.
- Progressive Supranuclear Palsy AtypicalDr. Kaufman isExperienced. Learn about Progressive Supranuclear Palsy Atypical.
- Radiation Induced MeningiomaDr. Kaufman isExperienced. Learn about Radiation Induced Meningioma.
- RASopathiesDr. Kaufman isExperienced. Learn about RASopathies.
- Recurrent Peripheral Facial PalsyDr. Kaufman isExperienced. Learn about Recurrent Peripheral Facial Palsy.
- Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS)Dr. Kaufman isExperienced. Learn about Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS).
- Restless Legs SyndromeDr. Kaufman isExperienced. Learn about Restless Legs Syndrome.
- Secondary ParkinsonismDr. Kaufman isExperienced. Learn about Secondary Parkinsonism.
- SeizuresDr. Kaufman isExperienced. Learn about Seizures.
- Serotonin SyndromeDr. Kaufman isExperienced. Learn about Serotonin Syndrome.
- StrokeDr. Kaufman isExperienced. Learn about Stroke.
- Supranuclear Ocular PalsyDr. Kaufman isExperienced. Learn about Supranuclear Ocular Palsy.
- Supranuclear OphthalmoplegiaDr. Kaufman isExperienced. Learn about Supranuclear Ophthalmoplegia.
- Tardive DyskinesiaDr. Kaufman isExperienced. Learn about Tardive Dyskinesia.
- Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)Dr. Kaufman isExperienced. Learn about Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA).
- Trigeminal NeuralgiaDr. Kaufman isExperienced. Learn about Trigeminal Neuralgia.
- Unverricht-Lundborg SyndromeDr. Kaufman isExperienced. Learn about Unverricht-Lundborg Syndrome.
- VertigoDr. Kaufman isExperienced. Learn about Vertigo.
