Summary

Dr. Yvona Griffo is a neurologist specializing in pain medicine and oncology with four decades of medical experience. They earned their medical degree from Charles University's Second Medical Faculty in Prague and completed residency training at both Charles University Hospital in 1989 and St. Vincent's Hospital and Medical Center in 2004. Dr. Griffo further advanced their expertise through a fellowship at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center and Weill Cornell Medical College in 2005. They provide care in English for their patients.

Dr. Griffo practices at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center and holds affiliations with NewYork-Presbyterian Alexandra Cohen Hospital for Women and Newborns in New York, NY. They focus on comprehensive pain management for patients facing complex neurological and cancer-related conditions. Their practice includes coordinating physical therapy programs and utilizing diagnostic blood work such as complete blood counts and chemistry panels to monitor patient health. Patients consistently rate Dr. Griffo's care highly, with an average rating of 5.0 stars.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 40 years of experience
  • 30 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center/Weill Cornell Medical College
  • 1 written review
  • 4 specialties
  • 13 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 2 hospital affiliations
  • 1 office location

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40 Years of Experience 21 Years of Experience 14 Years of Experience 35 Years of Experience
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Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish, Portuguese, Hindi, Urdu, Gujarati Speaks Spanish, Russian Speaks English
New York , NYNew York , NYNew York , NYForest Hills , NY
Med School: II Lekarska Fakulta University Karlovy/Charles University Med School: St Georges University School Of Medicine Med School: Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons Med School: Mount Sinai School of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Yvona Griffo

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna Medicare Advantage (City of NY retirees only starting 9/1/23)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield Federal Employee Program
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield New York
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield states outside of NY/NJ
  • Blue Cross Health Plus
  • Carrum Health
  • Cigna
  • ConnectiCare
  • Emblem
  • Emblem Essential
  • Emblem Medicare Advantage
  • Empire Blue Cross Medicare Advantage
  • Empire Essential
  • Empire Plan / NYSHIP (Blue Cross/UnitedHealthcare split plan)
  • Fidelis
  • Fidelis Managed Medicaid & HARP
  • Fidelis Medicare Advantage
  • First Health
  • Healthfirst
  • Healthfirst Managed Medicaid
  • Healthfirst Medicare Advantage
  • HealthSmart
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield New Jersey (HMO)
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield New Jersey (PPO)
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield New Jersey Omnia Tier I (EPO)
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield New Jersey Omnia Tier II (EPO)
  • Horizon Medicare Advantage
  • Husky CT Medicaid
  • MagnaCare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Yvona Griffo has the following 4 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Yvona Griffo has the following 13 areas of expertise

  • Alzheimer's Disease
  • Electromyography
  • Epilepsy
  • Headache
  • Migraine Disorder
  • Migraine Disorders
  • Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
  • Nerve Conduction Studies
  • Neurologist
  • Oncologist
  • Pain Medicine
  • Palliative Care
  • Stroke

Certifications, License, & Education

40 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, New York, 2026, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Fellowship

Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center/Weill Cornell Medical College2005

Residency

St. Vincents Hospital and Medical Center2004
II Medical School of Charles University Hospital1989

Medical School

II Lekarska Fakulta University Karlovy/Charles UniversityGraduated in 1986

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. Yvona Griffo speak?
Dr. Yvona Griffo speaks English.
Does Dr. Yvona Griffo accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Yes, Dr. Yvona Griffo accepts virtual/telehealth appointments. Click the virtual visit button on their Vitals profile.
Is Dr. Yvona Griffo accepting new patients?
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Does Dr. Yvona Griffo accept my insurance?
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Which hospitals is Dr. Yvona Griffo affiliated with?
Dr. Yvona Griffo is affiliated with Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center and Newyork Presbyterian Alexandra Cohen Hospital For Women And Newborns.

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