Pediatric Neurology & Neurosurgery
Best in New York for Pediatric Neurology and Neurosurgery
Why Choose Us
Highest Ranked Pediatric Neurology and Neurosurgery Program in New York
At NewYork-Presbyterian, our highly experienced pediatric neurologists and neurosurgeons work together to care for children with the full range of neurological diseases and disorders, from the most common to the rarest. Disorders of the brain, spinal cord, and peripheral nervous system in children can have wide-ranging effects on their development, function, and quality of life. When the child with a neurologic disorder is your child, you want the most advanced care available, provided by a team of experts who are well versed in the latest treatments and delivered in a place that is kind, compassionate, and comfortable.
Services & Specialties
Nationally Ranked Pediatric Neurology Services
Our Team
A Comprehensive Approach to Pediatric Neurological Disorders
Our pediatric neurologists and neurosurgeons are at the forefront of care for children with neurological conditions that range from common to rare. Our child neurology team excels in clinical and academic advancement to provide compassionate and comprehensive care for children.
Our pediatric neurosurgery team offers the most advanced approaches, including minimally invasive options where possible. They partner with experts in neurophysiology, neuroradiology, and neuropsychology to form a comprehensive team that addresses patients’ individualized needs.
Professor of Neurology at CUMC
Chief, Division of Child Neurology
Director, Pediatric Epilepsy Program
Director, Tuberous Sclerosis Program at CUIMC
Specialties
Clinical Neurophysiology
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Associate Professor of Neurological Surgery at CUMC
Director, Pediatric Neurological Surgery
Specialties
Neurological Surgery
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Affiliations
NewYork-Presbyerian
Interim Chief of Child Neurology
Specialties
Neurology with Special Qualification in Child Neurology
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Professor of Neurological Surgery at Weill Cornell Medical College
Vice Chair, Department of Neurological Surgery
Director, Pediatric Neurological Surgery
Specialties
Neurological Surgery
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Affiliations
NEWYORK-PRESBYTERIAN HOSPITAL
OUR APPROACH TO CARE
Personalized for Each Child’s Needs
Disorders of the brain, spinal cord, and peripheral nervous system in children can have wide-ranging effects on their development, function, and quality of life. We take a holistic approach to every child that comes to us with pediatric neurological disorders to ensure the best possible care. This includes collaboration across disciplines within the children’s hospitals, but also with our adult neurology and neurosurgery counterparts.
We are home to the only Pediatric Neuro ICU in the region, as well as a number of dedicated programs for several neurological disorders in children:
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PATIENT STORIES
Amazing Things are Happening Here
It was a dire and rare diagnosis — literally one in a million. Andrew had a colloid cyst in the third ventricle of the brain.
"Dr. Souweidane doesn’t perceive his occupation just as a profession, but as a humanitarian mission to save lives."
I had been living with seizures all my life and I said, ‘Enough is enough.
"I had a bubble on my brain and they took it out through my nose. Now I can go back to school."
"They jumped on Brandon immediately with several scans."
"You have to work with your kids. And keep fighting. Because they’re fighting, too."
Locations
Delivering pediatric neurology care across the New York metro area
NewYork-Presbyterian Komansky Children's Hospital
NewYork-Presbyterian Morgan Stanley Children's Hospital
NewYork-Presbyterian Allen Hospital
NewYork-Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital
NewYork-Presbyterian Hudson Valley Hospital
NewYork-Presbyterian Lawrence Hospital
NewYork-Presbyterian Lower Manhattan Hospital
NewYork-Presbyterian Queens
Our doctors are currently seeing patients through in-person and video visits.
When you call to schedule an appointment with our doctors, please let the team know if you want an in-person or video visit. If you request a video visit, our team will walk you through the simple process of arranging one. Call your preferred campus today to schedule an in-person or video visit* appointment.
* This service is open to new and existing patients.
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