Neurology

Montefiore Einstein provides comprehensive care for older adults with cognitive concerns, optimizing neurological function and brain health through highly coordinated multidisciplinary care. Our team of renowned specialists, including neurologists, geriatricians, neuropsychologists, geriatric psychiatrists and social workers, works collaboratively to determine the cause of memory issues, whether from Alzheimer’s disease, another form of dementia or an unrelated medical concern. We offer state-of-the-art diagnostic technologies that promote early and accurate diagnosis, access to advanced and newly emerging treatments, including disease-modifying therapies and community-based support services to maximize brain health and resilience and improve quality of life for individuals with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias, their caregivers and their families.

We will coordinate any additional care or specialized services you may need, bringing together experts from across our health system to ensure your care is fully integrated and comprehensive.

The Montefiore Einstein Center for the Aging Brain brings together a broad-based team of world-renowned experts who integrate leading-edge insights into brain and body aging, healthspan, sleep-wake biology and circadian rhythms into a program of comprehensive, evolving, interdisciplinary care and dynamic therapeutic optimization. Our elite team of neurologists, neuropsychologists, stroke neurologists, psychiatrists, behavioral therapists, rehabilitation medicine and pain management specialists, board certified geriatricians, social workers and nurse consultants uses the latest imaging technologies to diagnose and treat cognitive and other conditions associated with aging. We offer neurologic subspecialty expertise in aging and dementia, cognitive neuroscience, neuromuscular medicine, motor control, movement disorders, sleep-wake disorders, headache medicine, neuroimmunology, neurogenetics, metabolic disorders, neuro-ophthalmology, epilepsy and neurovascular disorders.

We will coordinate any additional care or specialized services you may need, bringing together experts from across our health system to ensure your care is fully integrated and comprehensive.

Our elite general neurology team possesses an unusually broad knowledge of the biomedical sciences and an intimate understanding of the links between differential diagnosis and the most modern precision-medicine treatment options. Our expert diagnosticians specialize in addressing complex disorders of the brain and body that often have a neurological basis. These disorders require practitioners with exceptional clinical skills to uncover the underlying conditions through meticulous diagnostic assessment and to implement personalized treatment plans to alleviate disabling comorbidities. We use the most advanced, innovative and emerging technologies, including cutting-edge nanoscale to whole-brain and whole-body molecular, structural and functional imaging modalities, electrophysiological procedures and multiomics brain and body fluidics that allow us to develop initial and evolving diagnostic and treatment plans for patients with intricate and unusual neurological syndromes.

We will coordinate any additional care or specialized services you may need, bringing together experts from across our health system to ensure your care is fully integrated and comprehensive.

We diagnose and treat the full spectrum of pediatric and adult headache conditions, including migraine, tension-type headache, hypnic headache, cluster headache and headaches secondary to other medical and neurological conditions. Our interdisciplinary team of renowned neurologists, psychologists, attending physicians and nurse coordinators provides comprehensive treatment options. These options include acute and preventative medications, neuromodulation devices, botulinum toxin (Botox) injections, peripheral nerve blocks, trigger point injections, biobehavioral treatments including biofeedback, cognitive behavioral therapies, occupational and physical therapy and personalized lifestyle modifications to help minimize pain, optimize function and improve quality of life.

We will coordinate any additional care or specialized services you may need, bringing together experts from across our health system to ensure your care is fully integrated and comprehensive.

We are an international destination for comprehensive assessment and treatment of verbal individuals ages 5 through adult with autism spectrum disorders, primary pediatric language disorders, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, social anxiety disorder and other developmental disabilities. Our multidisciplinary team of world-renowned adult and pediatric neurologists, psychiatrists, neuropsychologists and cognitive specialists offers state-of-the-art diagnostic services and unique cognitive and social skills interventions delivered in individual or dynamic group settings, including the Social Skills in Our Schools (SOS) Program for social skills development, the Comprehensive Adolescent/Adult Preparation for a Better Life Experience (CAAPABLE) Program to support independent living through instruction in life skills and executive functions, the Prosody Project to improve speech intonation and non-verbal communication, the Balancing Life Executive Function Program for organizational skills and the Communication Program to develop effective social use of language.

We will coordinate any additional care or specialized services you may need, bringing together experts from across our health system to ensure your care is fully integrated and comprehensive.

Montefiore Einstein is a leading global destination for comprehensive, personalized care for children and adults with neurocutaneous disorders, including tuberous sclerosis complex, neurofibromatosis, schwannomatosis, Sturge-Weber syndrome, von Hippel-Lindau disease, ataxia-telangiectasia, neurocutaneous melanosis, incontinentia pigmenti and hypomelanosis of Ito. Our multidisciplinary team of world-renowned specialists including neurologists, neuro-oncologists, neurosurgeons, pediatricians, ophthalmologists, orthopedic surgeons, audiologists, dermatologists, neuropsychologists, epileptologists, nephrologists, physical and occupational therapists and geneticists uses state-of-the-art diagnostics to facilitate precision care plans that include surveillance and long-term monitoring, prevention, symptom management, U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)-approved targeted therapies like selumetinib and everolimus, advanced gene therapies and laser technology. When needed, robotic and minimally invasive surgery are used to optimize function and quality of life for each patient and family.

We will coordinate any additional care or specialized services you may need, bringing together experts from across our health system to ensure your care is fully integrated and comprehensive. If surgery is recommended as part of your care plan, we will also coordinate scheduling with our world-renowned surgeons at one of the many locations within our health system.

We provide treatment for adults and children with all types of multiple sclerosis (MS), including relapsing-remitting, primary progressive, secondary progressive and associated syndromes, as well as other neuroimmunological disorders such as neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder and autoimmune encephalitis. Our fellowship-trained specialists use precision medicine-guided treatment plans featuring the latest immunotherapeutics, medication infusions, comprehensive neuropsychology testing, neuro-ophthalmology consultations, urology and urodynamic testing, nutrition counseling, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, cognitive therapy, Botox for spasticity and baclofen pump management. Care is delivered by an interdisciplinary team of neurologists, neuropsychologists, neuro-ophthalmologists, rehabilitation physicians, neurogeneticists, urologists, nutrition counselors and MS nurse navigators to optimize neurological function and quality of life.

We will coordinate any additional care or specialized services you may need, bringing together experts from across our health system to ensure your care is fully integrated and comprehensive.

We specialize in diagnosing and treating disorders of the peripheral nerves, muscles and neuromuscular junctions, including traumatic nerve injury, peripheral and toxic neuropathies, motor neuron disorders such as amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, neuromuscular junction disorders like myasthenia gravis, all forms of muscular dystrophy, mitochondrial and encephalopathies and other rare conditions affecting patients from early infancy through late adulthood. Our world-renowned experts use advanced electrodiagnostic testing, neuroimaging and neuropathologic evaluation to develop personalized treatment plans that include medications, infusion therapy with intravenous immunoglobulins, plasmapheresis, electromyography (EMG) or ultrasound-guided chemo-denervation with botulinum toxin, physical and occupational therapy, genetic counseling and, when necessary, surgery to address unexplained and debilitating nerve and muscle pain and weakness.

We will coordinate any additional care or specialized services you may need, bringing together experts from across our health system to ensure your care is fully integrated and comprehensive. If surgery is recommended as part of your care plan, we will also coordinate scheduling with our world-renowned surgeons at one of the many locations within our health system.

The Montefiore Einstein Division of Neuropsychology provides comprehensive, in-depth and targeted neuropsychological evaluations across the lifespan to assess behavioral and cognitive abilities. These include memory, attention, visuospatial skills and problem-solving for patients with Alzheimer’s disease and other degenerative dementias, traumatic brain injury, stroke, epilepsy, multiple sclerosis and neuroimmunological disorders, Parkinson’s disease and movement disorders, neuromuscular disorders, brain tumors, pediatric communication disorders, including autism spectrum and attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorders and infectious and metabolic disorders. Our internationally recognized team of neuropsychologists works together with neurologists, neurosurgeons, psychiatrists and specialists from multiple Montefiore Einstein departments and programs to deliver advanced diagnostic services. These services include digital and AI-enhanced biobehavioral assessment batteries, remote monitoring and virtual reality settings, along with an extensive range of individualized treatment services such as comprehensive neuropsychological profiling, cognitive and sensorimotor brain localization, functional lateralization assessment, cognitive remediation, biobehavioral therapy and psychotherapy to optimize functional recovery and enhance cognitive resilience.

We will coordinate any additional care or specialized services you may need, bringing together experts from across our health system to ensure your care is fully integrated and comprehensive. If surgery is recommended as part of your care plan, we will also coordinate scheduling with our world-renowned surgeons at one of the many locations within our health system.

We are an internationally recognized leader dedicated to improving and restoring neurological function in adults and children with nervous system disorders, including stroke and neurovascular conditions, multiple sclerosis and demyelinating conditions, Parkinson’s disease and movement disorders, neuromuscular disorders, neurodegenerative diseases, cognitive disorders, concussions, traumatic brain injuries, paralysis, spinal cord injuries and other conditions. Our multidisciplinary team includes world-renowned neurologists, neurorehabilitation physiatrists, neurosurgeons, neuroradiologists, bioengineers, neuropsychiatrists, neuropsychologists, speech-language pathologists, social workers and occupational, cognitive and physical therapists. Together, they apply state-of-the-art neurorestorative and neurorehabilitation techniques, including AI, human-computer interfaces, robotics, neural regeneration, stem cell therapy, neuromodulation such as spinal stimulation, brain-computer interfaces, virtual reality and advanced neuroplasticity paradigms. Also, the team provides diagnostic services, such as electrodiagnostics, functional neuroimaging, neuropsychological evaluations, pharmacologic interventions, physical therapy, occupational therapy, vestibular therapy, speech and language therapy, cognitive rehabilitation, rehabilitation psychology and botulinum toxin injections to promote neuronal regeneration, enhance resilience and accelerate recovery of sustainable function.

We will coordinate any additional care or specialized services you may need, bringing together experts from across our health system to ensure your care is fully integrated and comprehensive.

We treat the full range of sleep-wake conditions, including sleep-related breathing disorders such as snoring and obstructive sleep apnea, insomnia disorders, central disorders of hypersomnolence like narcolepsy and idiopathic hypersomnia, daytime sleepiness and fatigue, circadian rhythm disorders such as shift work syndrome and irregular sleep-wake rhythm disorder, parasomnias like sleepwalking and nightmares and sleep-related movement disorders such as restless leg syndrome. Our board certified adult and pediatric neurologists and clinical psychologists use state-of-the-art diagnostic tools, including in-laboratory and portable at-home polysomnograms, video-electroencephalogram (EEG) monitoring, multiple sleep latency tests, maintenance of wakefulness tests, actigraphy and drug-induced sleep endoscopy to develop individualized treatment plans featuring pharmacologic treatments, cognitive behavioral therapy, behavioral modification, stimulus control therapy, sleep restriction therapy, relaxation techniques, light therapy, psychosocial support and nutritional counseling. Additional treatment options include positive airway pressure therapies, including continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP), bilevel positive airway pressure (BiPAP) and adaptive servo-ventilators, dental and oral appliances, neuromodulation and surgical options. Specialized programs, including our Behavioral Sleep Medicine Program and Narcolepsy Institute, offer counseling, support groups and comprehensive case management.

We will coordinate any additional care or specialized services you may need, bringing together experts from across our health system to ensure your care is fully integrated and comprehensive.

We provide comprehensive, personalized care exclusively for children and adults with Rett syndrome, MECP2-related disorders, CDKL5 deficiency disorder and FOXG1 syndrome. Our multidisciplinary team includes world-renowned pediatric neurologists, pediatricians, physiatrists, psychiatrists, neuropsychologists, sleep medicine specialists, gastroenterologists, cardiologists, pulmonologists, urologists, orthopedists, epileptologists, endocrinologists, dentists, neuroradiologists, neurogeneticists, voice and swallow pathologists, nutritionists and physical, occupational and respiratory therapists. The team uses the latest diagnostic and treatment technologies, including advanced cellular, molecular and nano-technologies, AI platforms and dynamic brain-computer interfaces to address the complex spectrum of symptoms, including impaired speech, cognitive and motor abilities, seizures, gastroesophageal reflux, constipation, scoliosis and difficulties with learning, heart function, sleep, breathing, chewing, swallowing and digestion. Our patients also have access to newly emerging treatments such as advanced gene therapies, FDA-approved medications such as trofinetide, adaptive devices, medications for motor difficulties and seizure control and occupational and physical therapy to maximize function and quality of life.

We will coordinate any additional care or specialized services you may need, bringing together experts from across our health system to ensure your care is fully integrated and comprehensive.