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14 Ratings with 14 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Derek Cheng is a board-certified and fellowship-trained neurologist specializing in the accurate diagnosis and treatment of patients with complex epilepsy or new-onset seizure disorders. Dr. Cheng completed a B.A. in English and pre-medical studies at the University of Michigan, followed by a Master of Public Health degree in Epidemiology at Columbia University. He obtained a Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree from The New York College of Osteopathic Medicine-NYIT and subsequently completed neurology residency training at North Shore University Hospital and Long Island Jewish Medical Center (Northwell Health) where he served as Chief Resident his final year.
Dr. Cheng then completed advanced fellowship training in neurophysiology with a focus on electroencephalogram (EEG) and epilepsy at New York Presbyterian-Weill Cornell Medical Center/Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center.
His advanced training offers hope to patients with new-onset seizures, or patients unable to manage …their epilepsy. Treatment begins with a comprehensive and personalized evaluation. Dr. Cheng treats patients using the latest medical therapies including medication and anti-seizure devices such as vagus nerve stimulator or the responsive neurostimulator. He also works as a member of a coordinated team when a patient is a candidate for epilepsy surgery.
Dr. Cheng understands the emotional aspect an epilepsy diagnosis can place on a patient and family. He is passionate about patient-centered care and provides compassionate, individualized care focusing on the quality of life for each patient.
Dr. Cheng has published in peer-reviewed journals and presented posters at the American Academy of Neurology's annual meeting, and is the recipient of many honors and awards including the Resident Teacher Award in Neurology and Essay Winner in the American Osteopathic Association Bureau of History and Identity.
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Read More Read less Dr. Cheng then completed advanced fellowship training in neurophysiology with a focus on electroencephalogram (EEG) and epilepsy at New York Presbyterian-Weill Cornell Medical Center/Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center.
His advanced training offers hope to patients with new-onset seizures, or patients unable to manage …their epilepsy. Treatment begins with a comprehensive and personalized evaluation. Dr. Cheng treats patients using the latest medical therapies including medication and anti-seizure devices such as vagus nerve stimulator or the responsive neurostimulator. He also works as a member of a coordinated team when a patient is a candidate for epilepsy surgery.
Dr. Cheng understands the emotional aspect an epilepsy diagnosis can place on a patient and family. He is passionate about patient-centered care and provides compassionate, individualized care focusing on the quality of life for each patient.
Dr. Cheng has published in peer-reviewed journals and presented posters at the American Academy of Neurology's annual meeting, and is the recipient of many honors and awards including the Resident Teacher Award in Neurology and Essay Winner in the American Osteopathic Association Bureau of History and Identity.
Featured in the Media
• Brain Health: How High-fat diet may affect memory within days - Medical News Today
Quick Facts
- 36 years of experience
- 25 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English
- Weill Cornell Medicine
- 14 written reviews
- 2 specialties
- 1 area of expertise
- 1 office location
- Male
Office Location
Stamford Health Medical Group
29 Hospital Plz Ste 602Stamford, CT 06902 Tel: (203) 276-4464
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 7:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Derek Cheng
Medical Specialties
Derek Cheng has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Derek Cheng has the following area of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
36 Years Experience
Derek Cheng holds an expired medical license in the state of Connecticut.
Medical License
Doctor Of Osteopathy with an expired medical license in the state of Connecticut that expired in 2026.
Education & Training
Fellowship
Completed their fellowship at Weill Cornell Medicine in 1990.
Internship
Completed their internship at Griffin Hospital in 1990.
Medical School
Graduated from New York College of Osteopathic Medicine in 1990.
NPI Number
Derek Cheng's NPI number is 1013356716.
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