Brain Care

At the Forefront of Complex Care

NYU Langone brings together world-renowned specialists in the New York City region to care for adults and children with common and complex brain and nervous system conditions. From advanced diagnostics and disease management to highly specialized surgical procedures, our experts deliver personalized treatment plans backed by state-of-the-art technology, advanced imaging, and innovative research.

John Golfinos, MD, stands in front of an operating microscope in an operating room.

No. 1

In the nation for neurology and neurosurgery for five years in a row

As ranked in U.S. News & World Report’s “Best Hospitals” 2026–2027.

145+

Active sponsored research studies

We offer our patients unique access to our dozens of neurology and neurosurgery clinical trials.

Trusted Leaders in Neurology

As one of the largest neurology programs in the nation, our experts evaluate, treat, and manage a broad range of symptoms and conditions affecting the brain and nervous system. Our general neurology team specializes in treating conditions such as headache, back pain, radiculopathy, and concussion with a broad array of therapeutic options. Our neurologists also provide deep expertise in more-complex neurological conditions, including multiple sclerosis and those involving vision.

Our nationally recognized expertise in neurodegenerative disorders, including Alzheimer’s disease, ALS, and Parkinson’s disease, give patients access to the most innovative therapies and clinical trials to help improve their quality of life.

For seizure disorders, our Comprehensive Epilepsy Center is at the forefront of clinical testing and tailored treatment options to help manage the most complex epilepsy cases without surgery.

Our neurologists also collaborate with experts across our health system to provide specialized treatment through our Center for Stroke and Neurovascular Diseases and our advanced approach to care that allows us to treat stroke patients faster than any other hospital in New York.

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Steven Galetta, MD, left, sits in an exam room while speaking to a female patient, right.

Expert Neurosurgical Care

As the top-ranked neurosurgery program in the U.S., we offer surgical experience that few institutions can match. We have the highest neurosurgical survival rates in the nation and manage complex surgery and treatment for the most challenging brain conditions, including a range of common and rare brain tumors.

We combine our deep expertise with state-of-the-art technology such as functional intraoperative mapping, Gamma Knife stereotactic radiosurgery, intraoperative MRI, and advanced 3D platforms for planning and performing surgery to help our patients achieve the best outcomes.

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Erez Nossek, MD, performs surgery in an operating room at NYU Langone.

Conditions We Treat

Our neurologists and neurosurgeons rank among the best in their fields and treat all types of conditions affecting the brain and nervous system.

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Laura Balcer, MD, left, conducts an exam on a female patient, right, seated.

Expert Insights for Complex Care

At NYU Langone, complex brain care is driven by deep clinical expertise, multidisciplinary collaboration, and cutting-edge research to treat some of the most challenging cases.

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