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64 Ratings with 41 written Reviews
Summary
Dana Leifer, MD graduated from Harvard College summa cum laude and received his M.D. cum laude from Harvard Medical School. He also received an M. Phil. in Biochemistry from Cambridge University as a Fulbright Scholar. After completing an internship in medicine and a residency in neurology at the Massachusetts General Hospital, Dr. Leifer joined the staff of the Stroke Service there and served as Assistant Professor of Neurology at the Harvard Medical School. He subsequently moved to the Yale University School of Medicine as a member of the Cerebrovascular Center. In 1997, Dr. Leifer became Chief of Vascular Neurology at North Shore University Hospital and Associate Professor of Neurology at NYU. In 2005, Dr. Leifer joined Weill Cornell Medical College as Director of the Stroke and Neuroscience Step-Down Unit and Director of the Neurovascular Ultrasound Laboratory. He is board certified in Neurology and is one of the first neurologists to receive subspecialty certification in Vascular …Neurology.Dr. Leifer's research interests include cellular and molecular studies of neuronal growth and regeneration and immunohistochemical studies of stroke and other neurological diseases. His research has focused on the development of new treatments for stroke patients and functional MRI studies of brain activity during recovery from stroke. In 2010, he co-authored a clinical advisory sponsored by both the American Heart Association and the American College of Cardiology about the role for genetic testing in choosing appropriate antiplatelet therapy to prevent strokes and heart attacks -- one of the first practical applications of personalized genetic medicine.Dr. Leifer also serves as an advisor to the New York State Department of Health and the American Heart Association on the development of guidelines for the certification of stroke centers and on the evaluation of stroke center performance. He is the lead author of a 2011 American Heart Association Scientific Statement establishing procedures for monitoring the quality of care at comprehensive stroke centers.
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This was my first visit with Dr. Dana Leifer, a highly educated and experienced neurologist whose specialty perfectly suits my needs as a patient diagnosed with cardiovascular disease. My expectations were fully met. I spoke with the doctor, who carefully reviewed my medical history, asked additional questions about my health, past and recent medications, and based on these, leisurely described my health issues and detailed the treatment process. The next morning, the office staff called me and, in a respectful and professional manner, scheduled dates and times for additional tests, as the doctor prescribed. The atmosphere in the office and during the appointment, doctor’s confidentiality, and attentiveness instilled confidence in Dr. Leifer, which is very important to me.
Office Location
Stroke, Critical Care, and Neurohospitalist Program
520 East 70th Street Starr Pavilion, 607New York, NY 10021Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 41 years of experience
- 9 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English
- Harvard Medical School
- 41 written reviews
- 1 award
- 2 specialties
- 16 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Awards
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Dana Leifer
Medical Specialties
Dr. Dana Leifer has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Dana Leifer has the following 16 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
41 Years Experience
Dr. Dana Leifer holds an active medical license in the state of New York.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of New York that expires in 2027.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from Harvard Medical School in 1985.
NPI Number
Dr. Leifer's NPI number is 1447380365.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What languages does Dr. Dana Leifer speak?
- Dr. Dana Leifer speaks English.
- Which hospitals is Dr. Dana Leifer affiliated with?
- Dr. Dana Leifer is affiliated with Newyork Presbyterian Columbia University Irving Medical Center.
- Where is Dr. Dana Leifer's office located?
- Dr. Dana Leifer's office is located at 520 East 70th Street Starr Pavilion, 607, New York, NY, 10021.
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- Yes, Dr. Dana Leifer accepts virtual/telehealth appointments. Click the virtual visit button on their Vitals profile.
- Does Dr. Dana Leifer accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Dana Leifer accepts on their Vitals profile.
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