Ruben I. Kuzniecky
Expertise in
13
conditions
Expertise in
13
conditions

Overview

I have taken care of patient with seizures and epilepsy for almost 30 years. I have devoted my career to provide superb patient care and to investigate epilepsy and its causes.I am fortunate to work with the smartest people in the field of epilepsy and have been able to organize and lead multiple research projects in epilepsy genetics, outcome, imaging, etc.To help patients with epilepsy, I wrote two books for patients and families. Epilepsy 101: a guide to patients and families and most recently epilepsy surgery: a guide for patients.

Dr. Kuzniecky is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Epilepsy, Seizures, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, and Partial Seizure.

His clinical research consists of co-authoring 94 peer reviewed articles and participating in 7 clinical trials. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.

Graduate Institution

Universidad De Buenos Aires

Residency

McGill University Faculty of Medicine

Specialties

Neurology

Licenses

Psychiatry & Neurology in NY

Board Certifications

American Board Of Psychiatry/Neurology-Neurology

Hospital Affiliations

Peconic Bay Medical Center
Hofstra/Northwell School Of Medicine/Nursing
Long Island Jewish Valley Stream
Northern Westchester Hospital
North Shore University Hospital
South Shore University Hospital
Staten Island University Hospital
North Shore University Hospital Syosset
Glen Cove Hospital
Plainview Hospital
Phelps Hospital
Huntington Hospital
Long Island Jewish Medical Center
Lenox Hill Hospital
Long Island Jewish Forest Hills
Mather Hospital
Northwell Health Institute Of Neurology And Neurosurgery

Languages Spoken

English
Hebrew
Spanish

Gender

Male

Insurance

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  • POS
  • PPO
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  • HMO
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  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
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  • HMO
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Cigna
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EmblemHealth
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  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
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  • MEDICARE PDP
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  • PPO
Health Care Services Corporation
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Horizon Healthcare
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Humana
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Managed Medicaid
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MVP Health
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Northwell Health
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Tufts
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UnitedHealthcare
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VNS Health
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Wellcare
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  • MEDICARE SNP
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  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

Northwell Health Physician Partners Neuroscience Institute at Great Neck
611 Northern Boulevard, Suite 150, Great Neck, NY 11021
Other Locations
Northwell Health Physician Partners Neurology at Lenox Hill
130 East 77th Street, Black Hall, 8th Floor, New York, NY 10075
Northwell Health Physician Partners Neurology at East 77th Street
176 East 77th Street, New York, NY 10075

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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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Ruben I. Kuzniecky

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Ruben I. Kuzniecky?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Ruben I. Kuzniecky by calling their office at 516-325-7000. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Ruben I. Kuzniecky a top-rated expert for Epilepsy?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Ruben I. Kuzniecky is classified as an Elite expert for Epilepsy, 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. Ruben I. Kuzniecky specialize in?

While Dr. Ruben I. Kuzniecky is a Neurology, they have specific expertise in Epilepsy, Seizures, and Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurology.

Does Dr. Ruben I. Kuzniecky participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Ruben I. Kuzniecky has published 93 articles and abstracts on conditions like Epilepsy. You can view a list of Dr. Ruben I. Kuzniecky's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Ruben I. Kuzniecky accept my insurance?

Dr. Ruben I. Kuzniecky accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 516-325-7000 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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