About Me
As a neurointensivist at NYU Langone, I am dedicated to providing comprehensive care to those experiencing critical neurological conditions. My approach emphasizes individualized treatment plans and fostering strong relationships with patients and their families. I believe that the intensive care unit (ICU) is often the first step in a long healthcare journey, and my goal is to ensure that each patient receives the highest quality of care during this crucial time.
I specialize in treating patients who are critically ill due to stroke, intracranial hemorrhage, traumatic brain injury, seizures, and neuromuscular diseases. My expertise in these areas allows me to manage complex cases and provide the best possible outcomes for my patients. I am particularly interested in the use of point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS) to enhance diagnostic accuracy and treatment efficacy in the Neuro ICU.
Throughout my career, I have focused on interdisciplinary collaboration, working closely with advanced practice providers, residents, nurses, and pharmacists, as well as physical, occupational, and respiratory therapists. As the medical director of the Neuro ICU at Bellevue Hospital, I strive to continuously improve our high-quality care and ensure that our team is well-equipped to handle the most challenging cases. My commitment to education and training is reflected in my role as editor of the POCUS section of Currents and as an ad hoc reviewer for several peer-reviewed journals.
My journey into medicine began with a fascination for the brain and its complexities. As a neuroscience major in undergraduate school, I knew I wanted to pursue a career in neurology. During medical school and residency, I was captivated by the pathology in the neuro intensive care unit, which combined my interests in neurology with the acute care environment. This passion drives my dedication to supporting patients and their families through some of the most difficult times of their lives.
Credentials
Positions
- Clinical Assistant Professor, Department of Neurology at NYU Grossman School of Medicine
- Clinical Assistant Professor, Department of Neurosurgery at NYU Grossman School of Medicine
- Director, Neuro-Critical Care (ICU) Bellevue Hosp
Education and Training
- Fellowship, New York Presbyterian - Columbia University, Neurocritical Care, 2021
- Residency, Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University, Neurology, 2019
- MD from Temple University, 2015
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Aetna
- Aetna HMO
- Aetna Indemnity
- Aetna Medicare
- Aetna POS
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Amidacare
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Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Empire BCBS
- Empire BCBS Top Tier
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Centerlight
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Centers Plan For Healthy Living
- Centers Plan for Healthy Living
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Cigna
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ElderPlan
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Emblem
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Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield EPO
- Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield HMO
- Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield HealthPlus
- Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield Indemnity
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- Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield POS
- Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO
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Fidelis
- Fidelis Child Health
- Fidelis Exchange
- Fidelis Medicaid
- Fidelis Medicare
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GHI
- GHI CBP
- GHI HMO
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HIP
- HIP Access I
- HIP Access II
- HIP Child Health
- HIP EPO/PPO
- HIP HMO
- HIP Medicaid
- HIP Medicare
- HIP POS
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Hamaspik Choice
- Hamaspik Choice Medicare DSNP
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Healthfirst
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Humana
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Local 1199
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Longevity Health Plan
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MagnaCare
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Medicaid
- NY Medicaid
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Medicare
- Medicare
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MetroPlus
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- MetroPlus Medicaid
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MultiPlan/PHCS
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NYS Health Insurance Plan
- The Empire Plan
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Oxford
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Railroad Medicare
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Senior Whole Health
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Tricare
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UHC
- UnitedHealthcare EPO
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- UnitedHealthcare POS
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VNS
- Visiting Nurse Service (VNS) Medicare
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Village Caremax
- Village Caremax
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WTC Health Program
- WTC Health Program
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WellCare
- WellCare Medicare
Laura Scholtz, MD does not accept insurance.
Locations and Appointments
NYU Langone Neurology Associates
550 1st Avenue, New York, NY 10016
Publications
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Scholtz, Laura C; Rosenberg, Jon; Robbins, Matthew S; Wong, Tanping; Mints, Gregory; Kaplan, Aaron; Leung, Dora; Kamel, Hooman; Ch'ang, Judy H
Journal of neuroimaging. 2023 May ; 33(4):511-520
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Ch'ang, Judy H; Ford, Jenna; Cifrese, Laura; Woodward, Elliott; Mears, Jennifer; Lowrie, Rachel; Holland, Chloe; Kaplan, Aaron; Zhang, Cenai; Guterman, Elan L
Neurohospitalist. 2021 Oct ; 11(4):342-347
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Liang, John W; Cifrese, Laura; Ostojic, Lili Velickovic; Shah, Syed O; Dhamoon, Mandip S
Neurocritical care. 2018 Dec ; 29(3):336-343