
Overview
Netanel Ben-Shalom, MD, FNPS, is a neurosurgeon at Northwell Health Lenox Hill Hospital. He is internationally recognized as the world's first neurosurgeon to complete The Johns Hopkins Neuroplastic and Reconstructive Surgery fellowship and treats patients with brain tumors, complex neurosurgical deformities, and cranial defects utilizing innovative surgical techniques.As a dual fellowship-trained neurosurgeon, Dr. Ben-Shalom has expertise in both neurosurgical oncology and neuroplastic and reconstructive surgery that allows him to customize his patients' treatment plans to help minimize scar visibility, maximize wound healing, and offer a personalized approach to their care.Dr. Ben-Shalom frequently performs intricate neurosurgical procedures, that requires precise tumor removal and same time complex reconstruction using customized biomaterials for craniofacial and skull base defect.Modern-day cranioplasty, along with the burgeoning field of neuroplastic and reconstructive surgery, compelled Dr. Ben-Shalom to investigate various techniques, surgical advancements, and novel implantable biomaterials during his research at Johns Hopkins School of Medicine. The collaboration of various specialties inspired Dr. Ben-Shalom to explore new ways to improve patients' outcomes and offer a more holistic approach to their journey.His compassionate care combined with his focus on brain tumor surgery and advanced technologies like 3-D printing and third-generation cranial implants allows him to restore the function, form, and confidence in each of his patients. Dr. Ben-Shalom believes that addressing patients' personal goals and overall wellbeing are paramount to optimal recovery.Dr. Ben-Shalom is an assistant professor of neurosurgery at the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell and co-founder of the neuroplastic and reconstructive surgery program at Lenox Hill. He is also the principal investigator of several clinical trials that seek to improve the surgical care and diagnosis of patients with brain tumors.Dr. Ben-shalom believes in treating patients as a whole.We are absolutely committed to deliver the most innovative combination of science and surgery to each patient in order to achieve the best outcomes.
His clinical expertise encompasses Brain Abscess, Epidural Abscess, Dysembryoplastic Neuroepithelial Tumors (DNET), and Brain Stem Cancer.
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130 East 77th Street, Black Hall, 3rd Floor, New York, NY 10075
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Shalom 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.
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Northwell Health Physician Partners Neurosurgery & Spine At Lenox Hill
John Boockvar, MD, is the vice chair of the Department of Neurosurgery at Lenox Hill Hospital and director of the department's Brain Tumor Center, the Pituitary/Neuroendocrine Center, and the New York Head and Neck Institute at Lenox Hill and Manhattan Eye, Ear & Throat hospitals. Dr. Boockvar is a professor of neurological surgery and otolaryngology/head and neck surgery at the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell. He is also an investigator at the Feinstein Institutes for Medical Research, where he directs the Laboratory for Brain Tumor Biology and Therapy. Dr. Boockvar was appointed as an adjunct professor at Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory thanks to his great advancements in understanding and treating brain cancer. He is also head of experimental therapeutics for Northwell Health, where he helps oversee the oncological research goals for Northwell as a whole. Dr. Boockvar's compassionate cancer care was recently highlighted in the critically acclaimed Netflix docuseries Lenox Hill and Emergency NYC.Dr. Boockvar is internationally known for his surgical expertise and for providing patients with safe, effective and minimally invasive treatment for brain tumors, skull base disorders and disorders of the spine. His surgical expertise is in benign and malignant brain tumors, skull base and endoscopic pituitary surgery, spinal and peripheral nerve tumors, minimally invasive spinal surgery, and complex spinal disorders.Dr. Boockvar has been recognized for his novel research in brain tumors and stem cell biology, and has been named to lists including New York Magazine's Top Docs, Best Doctors in New York-Castle Connolly, New York Super Doctors, America's Top Surgeons, America's Best Doctors, and America's Best Doctors for Cancer. His research has been widely published and he has received numerous national awards, including the Eric Lichtenstein Humanitarian Award from Voices Against Brain Cancer for his compassionate work in treating patients with brain cancer. Dr. Boockvar was elected to the prestigious Academy of Neurological Surgeons and was elected to the Senior Society of the American Board of Neurological Surgery. Dr. Boockvar is also an honorary surgeon of the NYPD and the New York State Troopers.Dr. Boockvar received a BA from the University of Pennsylvania. Like his father, grandfather, and great-grandfather before him, Dr. Boockvar received an MD from SUNY Brooklyn-Downstate Medical Center. Dr. Boockvar graduated summa cum laude with Distinction in Research and was medical school class valedictorian. Dr. Boockvar did his surgical internship and neurosurgical residency at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania. Dr. Boockvar did his NIH-supported post-doctoral research training in Neuro-oncology at the University of Pennsylvania Cancer Center. Dr. Boockvar is highly rated in 27 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Glioblastoma, Astrocytoma, Brain Tumor, Awake Craniotomy, and Laminectomy. Dr. Boockvar is board certified in American Board Of Neurological Surgery.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Netanel B. Shalom
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Netanel B. Shalom?
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Is Dr. Netanel B. Shalom a top-rated expert for Brain Abscess?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Netanel B. Shalom is classified as an Experienced expert for Brain Abscess, 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. Netanel B. Shalom specialize in?
While Dr. Netanel B. Shalom is a Neurosurgery, they have specific expertise in Brain Abscess, Epidural Abscess, and Dysembryoplastic Neuroepithelial Tumors (DNET). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurosurgery.
Does Dr. Netanel B. Shalom accept my insurance?
Dr. Netanel B. Shalom accepts most major insurance plans, including Cigna and UnitedHealthcare. We recommend calling the office directly at 212-434-3900 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Brain AbscessDr. Shalom isExperienced. Learn about Brain Abscess.
- Brain HerniationDr. Shalom isExperienced. Learn about Brain Herniation.
- Brain Stem CancerDr. Shalom isExperienced. Learn about Brain Stem Cancer.
- Cerebellum Agenesis HydrocephalyDr. Shalom isExperienced. Learn about Cerebellum Agenesis Hydrocephaly.
- Chiari MalformationDr. Shalom isExperienced. Learn about Chiari Malformation.
- Chiari Malformation Type 1Dr. Shalom isExperienced. Learn about Chiari Malformation Type 1.

