Dr. Nancy A. Kerner
Overview
Dr. Nancy Kerner is a physician-scientist who has clinical and research expertise in the intersection of sleep and circadian rhythm disturbances and cognitive impairment, including Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias (ADRD). Her clinical background is in geriatric psychiatry. She is board certified in General Psychiatry and Geriatric Psychiatry. Her clinical practice has focused on healthy aging and late-life neuropsychiatric disorders, encompassing sleep and behavioral disturbances, depression, anxiety, and psychosis in older adults with stroke, Parkinson’s disease, and dementia. Dr. Kerner also received fellowship training in research, supported by a NIH-funded T32 Late-life Neuropsychiatric Disorders research training program, with a focus on studying the association between vascular depression, cognitive impairment, and obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). In recent years, Dr. Kerner has assembled a multi-disciplinary team with renowned research investigators in an older adult population, including (1) Davangere Devanand MD, an expert in geriatric depression and cognitive impairment diagnosis and treatment, (2) Jose Luchsinger MD, MPH, an expert in dementia risk factor research, (3) Terry Goldberg, PhD, an expert in cognitive diagnostic instruments, and (4) sleep and circadian rhythm research experts (e.g., Johns Hopkins University). I have also established a consultant team, including Yaakov Stern, Ph.D., an expert in neuropsychology and cognitive reserve, and Mitchell Elkind, MD, MPH, an expert in cerebrovascular disease associated with cognitive impairment and dementia. Her projects include implementing early screening and diagnosing cognitive decline and sleep/circadian rhythm disturbance in clinical and community settings. Dr. Kerner’s optimal goal is to develop a novel diagnostic matrix and treatment for sleep and circadian rhythm disturbances among older adults with cognitive concerns, MCI, and dementia in order to optimize their quality of life and improve long-term cognitive outcomes.
Her top areas of expertise are Dementia, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Insomnia, and Schizophrenia.
Her clinical research consists of co-authoring 10 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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622 West 168th Street, New York, NY 10032
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Kerner has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.
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.
1 Clinical Trials
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Nancy A. Kerner
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Nancy A. Kerner?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Nancy A. Kerner by calling their office at 212-305-8075. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Nancy A. Kerner a top-rated expert for Dementia?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Nancy A. Kerner is classified as an Experienced expert for Dementia, 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. Nancy A. Kerner specialize in?
While Dr. Nancy A. Kerner is a Geriatrics, they have specific expertise in Dementia, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), and Insomnia. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Geriatrics.
Does Dr. Nancy A. Kerner participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Nancy A. Kerner has published 10 articles and abstracts on conditions like Dementia. You can view a list of Dr. Nancy A. Kerner's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Nancy A. Kerner accept my insurance?
Dr. Nancy A. Kerner accepts most major insurance plans, including Cigna and Medicaid. We recommend calling the office directly at 212-305-8075 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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