Summary

Dr. Salman Azhar is a neurologist who has dedicated over three decades to caring for patients with neurological conditions. He earned his medical degree from Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine and completed his residency training at St. Luke's Roosevelt Hospital Center. With 33 years of clinical experience, Dr. Azhar brings extensive knowledge to his neurology practice. He is fluent in Urdu, allowing him to serve patients who speak this language.

Dr. Azhar practices at Lenox Hill Hospital in New York, NY, where he focuses on treating patients who have experienced strokes and other cerebrovascular conditions. He specializes in caring for individuals recovering from ischemic strokes and helps patients who experience mobility challenges such as limping. His treatment approach includes coordinating physical therapy programs, developing strength training regimens, and utilizing manual therapy techniques to support patient recovery. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.0 on Vitals.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4
  • 33 years of experience
  • 30 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Urdu
  • St Lukes Roosevelt Hospital Center
  • 4 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 14 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

Northwell Health Physician Partners Neurology at Lenox Hill

130 East 77th Street Black Hall, 8th FloorNew York, NY 10075

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33 Years of Experience 34 Years of Experience 35 Years of Experience 54 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Urdu Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish
New York , NYNew York , NYForest Hills , NYBROOKLYN , NY
Med School: Virginia Commonwealth University School Of Medicine Med School: Universitatea De Medicina Si Farmacie Iuliu Hatieganu Med School: Mount Sinai School of Medicine Med School: Banaras Hindu University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Salman Azhar

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • 1199 SEIU
  • Aetna
  • Affinity by Molina Healthcare
  • AmidaCare
  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield (Empire BCBS)
  • Anthem HealthPlus
  • CenterLight
  • Cigna
  • Elderplan
  • EmblemHealth (GHI)
  • EmblemHealth (HIP)
  • EmblemHealth Insurance Company (fka HIP Insurance Company of New York) HIPIC
  • Empire BlueCross BlueShield (32BJ)
  • Fidelis
  • Hamaspik
  • Healthfirst
  • Humana
  • Humana Military (Tricare)
  • Longevity Health Plan
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicaid
  • Medicare
  • Metroplus
  • MVP
  • Northwell Direct
  • NY Hotel Trade Council
  • NYS Empire Plan (NYSHIP)
  • Oscar
  • Oxford
  • Railroad Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Salman Azhar has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Salman Azhar has the following 14 areas of expertise

  • Alzheimer's Disease
  • Brain Ischemia
  • Electromyography
  • Epilepsy
  • Headache
  • Migraine Disorder
  • Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
  • Muscle Spasticity
  • Nerve Conduction Studies
  • Neurologist
  • Parkinson Disease
  • Seizure Disorders
  • Spinal Cord Injuries
  • Stroke

Certifications, License, & Education

33 Years Experience

Dr. Salman Azhar holds an expired medical license in the state of New York.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of New York that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at St Lukes Roosevelt Hospital Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University School Of Medicine in 1993.

NPI Number

Dr. Azhar's NPI number is 1952460479.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. Salman Azhar speak?
Dr. Salman Azhar speaks Urdu.
Where is Dr. Salman Azhar's office located?
Dr. Salman Azhar's office is located at 130 East 77th Street Black Hall, 8th Floor, New York, NY, 10075.
Which hospitals is Dr. Salman Azhar affiliated with?
Dr. Salman Azhar is affiliated with Lenox Hill Hospital.
Does Dr. Salman Azhar accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Salman Azhar accepts on their Vitals profile.
Does Dr. Salman Azhar accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Salman Azhar has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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