Robin E. Smith, MD

About Me

As a pediatric neurologist at NYU Langone, my philosophy of care centers on providing compassionate, patient-centered treatment. I am deeply committed to involving parents and patients in the decision-making process, ensuring that each child receives the most appropriate and effective care. My role allows me to make a significant impact on the lives of children and adolescents, which is incredibly fulfilling.

I specialize in managing a wide range of neurological conditions in children, including seizures and epilepsy, developmental disorders, cerebral palsy, headaches and migraines, and autism spectrum disorders. With over 20 years of experience, I have developed a particular interest in treating children with cerebral palsy, using innovative treatments such as Botox injections to manage spasticity. My extensive training in pediatrics and pediatric neurology, including a fellowship in child neurology, has equipped me with the expertise to handle these complex conditions.

Throughout my career, I have focused on proactive healthcare engagement, emphasizing the importance of research and independent reviews. I am honored to have been recognized by my peers and named in Castle Connolly’s “Top Doctors” series for the New York metro area and a “Top Doctor” on Long Island by Newsday since 2012. My affiliation with NYU Langone allows me to provide coordinated, seamless care, ensuring that my patients benefit from a comprehensive approach.

My journey into medicine began in South Africa, where I attended medical school and completed my residency in pediatrics. It was during my clinical rotations that I developed a fascination with neurological disorders, leading me to pursue further training in pediatric neurology. The opportunity to complete a fellowship in the United States was a pivotal moment in my career, and I have remained here ever since, dedicated to improving the lives of children with neurological conditions.

Conditions and Treatments

Conditions

abnormal gait
abnormal sensation
absence seizures
angelman syndrome
apraxia
autism
balance disorders
brain injury
cerebral palsy
cervicogenic headache
chorea
chronic migraines
chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE)
concussion
continuous spike-and-wave during sleep
convulsions
cubital tunnel syndrome
cyclic vomiting syndrome
deafness
developmental delay
developmental disability
developmental regression
dravet syndrome
drug resistant epilepsy
dystonia
epilepsy & seizure disorders
epileptic encephalopathy
essential tremor
external compression headache
eye movement disorder
facial palsy
fainting
febrile seizure
flashing lights
headache
hydrocephalus
intellectual disability
involuntary muscle jerking
landau kleffner syndrome
loss of consciousness
memory loss
menstrual migraine
migraine
movement disorders
muscle contraction headache
muscle disease
muscular dystrophy
neck pain
neurofibromatosis
neuropathy
numbness
nystagmus
optic nerve edema
peripheral neuropathy
petit mal seizure
polyneuropathy
post concussion syndrome
premature birth
primary exertional headache
reflex sympathetic dystrophy syndrome
rolandic epilepsy
seizure
spasticity
speech disorder
spinal cord disease
spinal neurofibromas
sports concussion
stereotypic movement disorder
temporary vision loss
tension headache
tic disorder
tingling
tourette disorder
traumatic brain injury
tuberous sclerosis
ulnar nerve compression
unspecified brain disease
vertigo
vestibular migraine

Treatments

botox

Learn more about conditions we treat at NYU Langone:

Autism Spectrum Disorder in Children , Cerebral Palsy in Children , Concussion , Developmental Delays in Children , Disorders of Puberty , Hydrocephalus in Children , Muscular Dystrophy , Neurofibromatosis , Tourette Disorder , Vertigo

Credentials

Positions

Clinical Associate Professor, Department of Neurology at NYU Grossman School of Medicine

Board Certifications

American Board of Pediatrics - Pediatrics, 1998
American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology - w/Spec Qual's In Child Neurolo, 1998

Education and Training

Residency, Long Island Jewish Medical Center, Albert Einstein School of Medicine, Pediatrics, 1998
Fellowship, Long Island Jewish Medical Center, Albert Einstein School of Medicine, Child Neurology, 1997
Residency, The College of Medicine of South Africa, 1993
MD from University Of Witwatersrand, 1985

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Insurance Plans Accepted

This provider accepts the following insurance plans.

Aetna
- AETNA EPO (NYULH Employees)
- Aetna HMO
- Aetna Indemnity
- Aetna International
- Aetna Medicare Advantage
- Aetna Open Access EPO
- Aetna Open Access HMO
- Aetna POS
- Aetna POS (American Express Employer)
- Aetna PPO
- Aetna Signature Administrators PPO
- Aetna Student Plan
- Allied
- Chesterfield Resources Inc
- Christian Brothers Services
- CoreSource
- Nippon Life of America-Aetna
- Nippon Life-Aetna
- Starmark
- WellNet
Anthem BCBS Health Plus
- BCBS Healthplus Essential Plan 1
- BCBS Healthplus Essential Plan 2
- BCBS Healthplus Essential Plan 3
- BCBS Healthplus Essential Plan 4
- BCBS Healthplus Gatekeeper exchange
- BCBS Healthplus Mediblue Advantage
- BCBS Healthplus NY Child Health Plus NY
- BCBS Healthplus NY Medicaid Managed Care NY
- BCBS Healthplus Special Needs
- Empire Mediblue Healthplus Dual
Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Anthem BCBS CT PPO
- Anthem BCBS CT Pathway PPO
- BCBS Blue Access EPO Large Group
- BCBS Blue Access EPO Small Group
- BCBS Blue Access GEPO Small Group
- BCBS Blue Access PPO Large Group
- BCBS EPO
- BCBS EPO (BlackRock Employees)
- BCBS EPO (LICH Employees)
- BCBS EPO - Empire EPO (NYU Langone Employees)
- BCBS EPO - Empire EPO (Sunset Park/Family Health Center Employees)
- BCBS EPO - Empire NYU Care (NYU Langone Employees)
- BCBS EPO - Empire NYU Care (Sunset Park/Family Health Center Employees)
- BCBS Federal Program
- BCBS Florida Blue Care HMO
- BCBS Florida Blue Medicare PPO
- BCBS Florida Blue Options PPO
- BCBS Florida Blue Select
- BCBS Florida MyBlue HMO
- BCBS Florida Simply Blue
- BCBS Florida Traditional PPC
- BCBS HMO
- BCBS Indemnity
- BCBS Local 32BJ Employees
- BCBS Mediblue Medicare HMO
- BCBS Mediblue Medicare PPO
- BCBS Mediblue Select HMO/Extra HMO
- BCBS POS
- BCBS PPO
- BCBS PPO (BlackRock Employees)
- BCBS PPO (LICH Employees)
- BCBS PPO - Empire PPO (Sunset Park/Family Health Center Employees)
- BCBS PPO/EPO Small Group
- New York Hotel Trades
Cigna
- Apwu Health Plan
- Cigna - Humana
- Cigna Great West PPO
- Cigna HMO
- Cigna Indemnity
- Cigna Managed Care/POS
- Cigna Medicare Advantage
- Cigna NALC
- Cigna Open Access
- Cigna Open Access PPO
- Cigna Oscar
- Cigna PPO
- Cigna Premier Plus
- Great West HMO
- Kaiser Permanente
- MVP-Cigna Network
- Wellfleet-NYU Student
Connecticare
- Connecticare Bridge
- Connecticare Commercial
Elderplan
- Elderplan
- Elderplan FIDA
- Elderplan Medicare Advantage Plan
Emblem
- Emblem Select Care Bronze Small Group
- Emblem Select Care EPO
- Emblem Select Care Gold Small Group
- Emblem Select Care HMO
- Emblem Select Care PPO
- Emblem Select Care Platinum Small Group
- Emblem Select Care Silver Small Group
Fidelis Care
- Ambetter Fidelis Care Bronze Exchange
- Ambetter Fidelis Care Catastrophic Cvg Exchange
- Ambetter Fidelis Care Gold Exchange
- Ambetter Fidelis Care Native American Exchange
- Ambetter Fidelis Care Platinum Exchange
- Ambetter Fidelis Care Silver Exchange
- Fidelis Care Child Health Plus
- Fidelis Care Medicaid Managed Care
- Fidelis Essential Plan 1
- Fidelis Essential Plan 2
- Fidelis Essential Plan 3
- Fidelis Essential Plan 4
- Wellcare by Fidelis Care Medicare
First Health
- First Health PPO
GHI
- American Plan Administrators
- GHI CBP (City of New York Employees)
- GHI Emblem Health EPO
- GHI Emblem Health PPO
- GHI HMO
- GHI HMO Medicare
- GHI Medicare PPO
- GHI Medicare Supplement
- GHI Network Access - Benefit Services of PA
- GHI Network Access - Humana
- GHI Network Access - Total Plan Concepts
- IUOE Local 14-14B
- Wlny-TV Inc.

HIP
- Emblem Essential Plan 1
- Emblem Essential Plan 2
- Emblem Essential Plan 3
- Emblem Essential Plan 4
- HIP Access I
- HIP Access II
- HIP Bridge
- HIP Child Health Plus
- HIP EPO
- HIP HMO
- HIP Medicaid Enhanced Care
- HIP Medicare Supplement
- HIP POS
- HIP PPO
- HIP Prime Basic Exchange
- HIP Prime Bronze
- HIP Prime Bronze Exchange
- HIP Prime Catastrophic Exchange
- HIP Prime Gold
- HIP Prime Gold Exchange
- HIP Prime Platinum
- HIP Prime Platinum Exchange
- HIP Prime Silver
- HIP Prime Silver Exchange
- HIP VIP Medicare Bold
- HIP VIP Medicare Prime
- Vytra HMO
Healthfirst
- Health And Recovery Plan (Harp)
- Healthfirst Bronze Leaf Exchange
- Healthfirst Bronze Total, Pro, Plus EPO
- Healthfirst Child Health Plus
- Healthfirst Essential Plan 1 & 2
- Healthfirst Essential Plan 3 & 4
- Healthfirst Gold Leaf Exchange
- Healthfirst Gold Total, Pro, Plus EPO
- Healthfirst Green Leaf Exchange
- Healthfirst Medicaid
- Healthfirst Medicare
- Healthfirst Medicare/NYU Risk
- Healthfirst Personal Wellness Plan
- Healthfirst Platinum Leaf Exchange
- Healthfirst Platinum Total, Pro, Plus EPO
- Healthfirst Silver Leaf Exchange
- Healthfirst Silver Total, Pro, Plus EPO
Local 1199
- Local 1199 - NYU Hospital Member Choice
- Local 1199 PPO
Magnacare
- Magnacare PPO
Medicaid of New York
- NYS Medicaid
Medicare
- Medicare Part A and B
- Medicare Part B
Multiplan
- AXA Assistance USA
- Administrative Concepts
- Beech Street PPO
- Diversified Administration Corporation
- Fiserv Health
- GEHA
- Global Excel
- Global Health
- Guardian Life Insurance Co Of America
- Health Net Of California
- Health Republic Of NJ
- Insurance Design Administrators
- Kaiser Foundation
- Kaiser Permanente
- Meritain Health
- Multiplan PPO
- Multiplan-Capital Dist Phys Health
- Mutual Of Omaha
- Nippon Life Ins Co
- PHCS
- Professional Benefit Admin
- Qualcare Inc
- Screen Actors Guild
- Teamsters Allied Benefits
- US Life Insurance Company
NYSHIP - The Empire Plan
- NYS Health Insurance Plan - The Empire Plan, Excelsior Plan, NY Student Employee Health Plan
Oxford
- Oxford Health Plans Freedom
- Oxford Health Plans Liberty
- Oxford Metro
POMCO Insurance Company
- POMCO Insurance Company

Partners Health Plan Inc
- Partners Health Plan FIDA
- Partners Health Plan Medicaid
- Partners Health Plan Medicare
Qualcare Inc.
- Qualcare Direct
Railroad Medicare
- Palmetto GBA Railroad Medicare
Sedgwick WTC
- World Trade Center - Sedgwick
Tricare
- TriWest
- Tricare
- US Family Health Plan
United Healthcare
- AARP Medicare Complete
- Bind Benefits inc
- Oxford Health Plans Medicare Advantage
- UMR
- United Health Care Charter
- United Healthcare (NY University Care Plan)
- United Healthcare AARP
- United Healthcare All Savers
- United Healthcare CareCore
- United Healthcare Choice
- United Healthcare Choice (AMEX employees)
- United Healthcare Choice (Blackrock employees)
- United Healthcare Choice (CBS employees)
- United Healthcare Choice (Simon
- United Healthcare Compass Exchange
- United Healthcare EPO
- United Healthcare EPO (NYU Langone Health Employees)
- United Healthcare Golden Rule Insurance
- United Healthcare HMO
- United Healthcare Healthscope
- United Healthcare Indemnity
- United Healthcare Indemnity (NYU Langone Health Employees)
- United Healthcare Medicare
- United Healthcare NYU Care (NYULH Employees)
- United Healthcare Navigate
- United Healthcare Nexus
- United Healthcare Nexus (Amex Employees)
- United Healthcare POS
- United Healthcare PPO
- United Healthcare Plus (NYU Langone Health Employees)
- United Healthcare Student Resources
- United Healthcare Student Resources (NYU)
- United Healthcare Value, Advantage and HDHP (New York University employees)
- UnitedHealthcare Choice (NY Power Authority Employees)
VA Community Care Network
- VA CCN Optum
WTC Health Program
- NY Fire Department - WTC
- WTC Health Program
Wellcare
- WellCare Medicare

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