
Overview
Dr. Feldstein has been the director of the Division of Pediatric Neurological Surgery since his arrival in 1994. Among his interests and expertise is a national reputation in the management of Chiari Malformations and spinal dysraphism. He has an active practice in such subspecialty areas as brain and spinal cord tumors, craniofacial abnormalities, vascular malformations such as Moyamoya, AVMs and cavernous malformations. In an effort to decrease operative time and morbidity as well as hospital stay he has begun to utilize endoscopic assistance to perform common procedures through smaller incisions. This is currently seen in the management of craniosynostosis, chiari malformations and in certain forms of hydrocephalus. Dr. Feldstein’s practice is based at the Morgan Stanley Children’s Hospital of New York.His special interests include spinal dysraphism/tethered spinal cord, craniofacial surgery, brain tumors, chiari malformations, syringomyelia, vascular (Moyamoya, Aneurysm, Arteriovenous Malformations).
Dr. Feldstein is highly rated in 16 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chiari Malformation, Chiari Malformation Type 2, Myelomeningocele, Posterior Fossa Decompression, and Rhizotomy.
Dr. Feldstein is board certified in Neurological Surgery. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 76 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Feldstein is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
710 West 168th Street, New York, NY 10032
32 Strawberry Hill Court, Stamford, CT 06902
155 White Plains Road, Tarrytown, NY 10591
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Feldstein 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
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Neil A. Feldstein
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Neil A. Feldstein?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Neil A. Feldstein by calling their office at 212-305-1396. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Neil A. Feldstein a top-rated expert for Posterior Fossa Decompression?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Neil A. Feldstein is classified as an Elite expert for Posterior Fossa Decompression, 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. Neil A. Feldstein specialize in?
While Dr. Neil A. Feldstein is a Neurosurgery, they have specific expertise in Posterior Fossa Decompression, Chiari Malformation, and Chiari Malformation Type 2. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurosurgery.
Does Dr. Neil A. Feldstein participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Neil A. Feldstein has published 76 articles and abstracts on conditions like Posterior Fossa Decompression. You can view a list of Dr. Neil A. Feldstein's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Neil A. Feldstein accept my insurance?
Dr. Neil A. Feldstein accepts most major insurance plans, including Cigna and EmblemHealth. We recommend calling the office directly at 212-305-1396 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Elite
- Posterior Fossa DecompressionDr. Feldstein isElite. Learn about Posterior Fossa Decompression.
- Distinguished
- Chiari MalformationDr. Feldstein isDistinguished. Learn about Chiari Malformation.
- Chiari Malformation Type 2Dr. Feldstein isDistinguished. Learn about Chiari Malformation Type 2.
- Advanced
- Baller-Gerold SyndromeDr. Feldstein isAdvanced. Learn about Baller-Gerold Syndrome.
- Brain TumorDr. Feldstein isAdvanced. Learn about Brain Tumor.
- Cerebral Ventricle CancerDr. Feldstein isAdvanced. Learn about Cerebral Ventricle Cancer.
- Chiari Malformation Type 1Dr. Feldstein isAdvanced. Learn about Chiari Malformation Type 1.
- CraniosynostosisDr. Feldstein isAdvanced. Learn about Craniosynostosis.
- EncephaloceleDr. Feldstein isAdvanced. Learn about Encephalocele.
- EpilepsyDr. Feldstein isAdvanced. Learn about Epilepsy.
- Lambdoid SynostosisDr. Feldstein isAdvanced. Learn about Lambdoid Synostosis.
- Metopic RidgeDr. Feldstein isAdvanced. Learn about Metopic Ridge.
- Moyamoya DiseaseDr. Feldstein isAdvanced. Learn about Moyamoya Disease.
- MyelomeningoceleDr. Feldstein isAdvanced. Learn about Myelomeningocele.
- SeizuresDr. Feldstein isAdvanced. Learn about Seizures.
- Tethered Cord SyndromeDr. Feldstein isAdvanced. Learn about Tethered Cord Syndrome.
- Experienced
- Absence SeizureDr. Feldstein isExperienced. Learn about Absence Seizure.
- Arachnoid CystsDr. Feldstein isExperienced. Learn about Arachnoid Cysts.
- Arteriovenous MalformationDr. Feldstein isExperienced. Learn about Arteriovenous Malformation.
- Brain HerniationDr. Feldstein isExperienced. Learn about Brain Herniation.
- Brain Stem CancerDr. Feldstein isExperienced. Learn about Brain Stem Cancer.
- Bulging FontanellesDr. Feldstein isExperienced. Learn about Bulging Fontanelles.
- Cerebellum Agenesis HydrocephalyDr. Feldstein isExperienced. Learn about Cerebellum Agenesis Hydrocephaly.
- Cerebral Arteriovenous MalformationDr. Feldstein isExperienced. Learn about Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation.
- Choroid Plexus CystDr. Feldstein isExperienced. Learn about Choroid Plexus Cyst.
- Corpus Callosum Dysgenesis HypopituitarismDr. Feldstein isExperienced. Learn about Corpus Callosum Dysgenesis Hypopituitarism.
- Cortical DysplasiaDr. Feldstein isExperienced. Learn about Cortical Dysplasia.
- Dandy-Walker SyndromeDr. Feldstein isExperienced. Learn about Dandy-Walker Syndrome.
- Dysembryoplastic Neuroepithelial Tumors (DNET)
- EndoscopyDr. Feldstein isExperienced. Learn about Endoscopy.
- EpendymomaDr. Feldstein isExperienced. Learn about Ependymoma.
- Epidermoid CystDr. Feldstein isExperienced. Learn about Epidermoid Cyst.
- Familial PorencephalyDr. Feldstein isExperienced. Learn about Familial Porencephaly.
- Focal or Multifocal Malformations in Neuronal Migration
- GliomaDr. Feldstein isExperienced. Learn about Glioma.
- Gliomatosis CerebriDr. Feldstein isExperienced. Learn about Gliomatosis Cerebri.
- HerniaDr. Feldstein isExperienced. Learn about Hernia.
- HydrocephalusDr. Feldstein isExperienced. Learn about Hydrocephalus.
- Hypothalamic TumorDr. Feldstein isExperienced. Learn about Hypothalamic Tumor.
- Increased Intracranial PressureDr. Feldstein isExperienced. Learn about Increased Intracranial Pressure.
- LaminectomyDr. Feldstein isExperienced. Learn about Laminectomy.
- Lhermitte-Duclos DiseaseDr. Feldstein isExperienced. Learn about Lhermitte-Duclos Disease.
- Lymphofollicular HyperplasiaDr. Feldstein isExperienced. Learn about Lymphofollicular Hyperplasia.
- MeningoceleDr. Feldstein isExperienced. Learn about Meningocele.
- MeningoencephaloceleDr. Feldstein isExperienced. Learn about Meningoencephalocele.
- Olfactory NeuroblastomaDr. Feldstein isExperienced. Learn about Olfactory Neuroblastoma.
- OligodendrogliomaDr. Feldstein isExperienced. Learn about Oligodendroglioma.
- Periventricular HeterotopiaDr. Feldstein isExperienced. Learn about Periventricular Heterotopia.
- PineocytomaDr. Feldstein isExperienced. Learn about Pineocytoma.
- PlagiocephalyDr. Feldstein isExperienced. Learn about Plagiocephaly.
- Posterior Fossa TumorDr. Feldstein isExperienced. Learn about Posterior Fossa Tumor.
- Pseudotumor Cerebri SyndromeDr. Feldstein isExperienced. Learn about Pseudotumor Cerebri Syndrome.
- RhizotomyDr. Feldstein isExperienced. Learn about Rhizotomy.
- ScoliosisDr. Feldstein isExperienced. Learn about Scoliosis.
- Spinal TumorDr. Feldstein isExperienced. Learn about Spinal Tumor.
- Subcortical Band HeterotopiaDr. Feldstein isExperienced. Learn about Subcortical Band Heterotopia.
- Subependymal Nodular HeterotopiaDr. Feldstein isExperienced. Learn about Subependymal Nodular Heterotopia.
- SubependymomaDr. Feldstein isExperienced. Learn about Subependymoma.
- Sunken FontanellesDr. Feldstein isExperienced. Learn about Sunken Fontanelles.
- SyringomyeliaDr. Feldstein isExperienced. Learn about Syringomyelia.
