Jacob F. Baranoski, MD

As a dual-trained open microsurgical and endovascular/cerebrovascular neurosurgeon at NYU Langone, I take pride in delivering comprehensive care to all patients who have cerebrovascular and spinal vascular disease, which affects blood flow in the brain and spine.

The choice to pursue cerebrovascular neurosurgery was an easy one. As a child and young adult, I was always conscientious and meticulous, whether it came to building expansive Lego sets, playing baseball, or my studies. I became fascinated with medicine during my undergraduate years and fell in love with neurosurgery’s complex pathologies and surgical interventions during medical school.

Throughout my neurosurgical residency and cerebrovascular fellowship, I had tremendous exposure to the most complex open and endovascular, minimally invasive cerebrovascular surgeries, with incredible mentorship. My energy levels were matched by patients who required skillful and thoughtful management.

At NYU Langone Hospital—Long Island, patients can receive comprehensive treatment close to home. I collaborate with neurologists, neurointensivists, neuroradiologists, and many others to provide multidisciplinary expertise and to deliver the best outcomes.

My specialized training allows me to treat cerebral aneurysms, arteriovenous malformations (AVMs), arteriovenous fistulas (AVFs), cavernous malformations, carotid atherosclerotic disease/stenosis, intracranial stenoses, moyamoya disease, and other conditions. I perform the newest endovascular techniques as well as established microsurgical procedures, including aneurysm clipping, direct intracranial bypass surgeries, and AVM resections.

I am a strong believer in empowered patient decision-making. I always make sure my patients and their families have an excellent understanding of their disease and their care. Together we can develop a treatment strategy for even the most challenging and complex cases.

My research focuses on cerebrovascular diseases, including clinical trials to evaluate new devices and treatments. I am the author of more than 125 peer-reviewed publications and textbook chapters and frequently present at national neurosurgical society conferences. I have been honored to receive national funding and recognition for my aneurysm research, including grants from the Neurosurgery Research and Education Foundation and the American Association of Neurological Surgeons/Central Nervous System Cerebrovascular Section. I have previously been the recipient of the Galbraith Award for cerebrovascular research.