Summary

Dr. Hoffman is an award-winning neurosurgeon who specializes in pediatric neurosurgery as well as in adult and pediatric epilepsy surgery. She has completed fellowship training in pediatric neurosurgery with a focus on surgical epilepsy, and has performed extensive research on the molecular mechanisms of progression of brain tumors, specifically medulloblastoma. Her clinical research includes venous anomalies in craniosynostosis, early surgical treatment for Rasmussen's encephalitis, minimally invasive methods of treating hydrocephalus and intracranial cysts, and the characteristics and safety of invasive monitoring for pediatric neurovascular disorders such as AVM. Dr. Hoffman sees patients at New York-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell Medical Center and New York Hospital Queens, and performs surgery at New York-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell Medical Center and Memorial Sloan Kettering. TRAININGDr. Hoffman graduated summa cum laude from Columbia University, where she was elected to Phi Beta Kappa, before receiving her M.D. from Weill Cornell Medical College. She completed a neurosurgical residency and chief residency at New York-Presbyterian Hospital/Weill Cornell Medical Center and Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, then went on to complete advanced fellowship training in pediatric neurosurgery at the Hospital for Sick Kids in Toronto.During her neurosurgical training, Dr. Hoffman was awarded the 2013 Distinguished Housestaff Award by NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital, the 2012 Dr. Kenneth Shulman Award by the AANS Pediatric Section, and the 2011 New York State Neurosurgical Society-Resident Research Award; in 2006 she was selected for membership in Alpha Omega Alpha, the medical honor society.RESEARCHDr. Hoffman has published academic papers in leading journals including Cancer Research, Nature Medicine, Neurosurgery, and Journal of Neurosurgery: Pediatrics on topics ranging from mechanisms of tumor progression to pediatric cerebrovascular disorders. Dr. Hoffman sees patients at:1305 York Avenue, 9th Floor(At 70th Street)New York, NY 10022 She also sees patients in Queens at Bayside Pediatric Specialty Care:26-19 Francis Lewis Blvd.Bayside, NY 11358Request an Appointment With Dr. Hoffman
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Quick Facts

  • 4.8
  • 19 years of experience
  • 13 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • New York Presbyterian Hospital
  • 7 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 16 office locations

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. Caitlin Hoffman has 16 locations

Weill Cornell Brain And Spine Center

1305 York Ave Fl 9New York, NY 10021
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Dr. Caitlin Hoffman

1305 York AveNew York, NY 10021

Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center

1275 York Ave Ste B321New York, NY 10065

NewYork?Presbyterian Komansky Children's Hospital

2619 Francis Lewis BlvdFlushing, NY 11358

Newyork Presbyterian Lower Manhattan Hospital

170 William StNew York, NY 10038

Department Of Pediatrics

525 E 68th StNew York, NY 10065

Newyork Presbyterian Alexandra Cohen Hospital For Women And Newborns

1283 York Ave Fl 12New York, NY 10065

Neurological Surgery

428 East 72nd Street Oxford Building, Suite 100New York, NY 10021

Neurological Surgery

525 E 68th St # 651New York, NY 10065

Neurological Surgery

198-15 Horace Harding Expressway Fresh MeadowsNew York, NY 11365

Neurological Surgery

515 6th StBrooklyn, NY 11215
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Neurological Surgery

1305 York Ave # 9New York, NY 10021

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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Caitlin Hoffman

  • 1199SEIU
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Cigna
  • EmblemHealth
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • MetroPlus Health Plan
  • Molina Healthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Caitlin Hoffman has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Caitlin Hoffman has the following 8 areas of expertise

  • Aneurysm
  • Brain Surgery
  • Brain Tumor
  • Craniotomy
  • Glioblastoma
  • Laminectomy
  • Neurosurgical Procedures
  • Stroke

Certifications, License, & Education

19 Years Experience

Dr. Caitlin Hoffman 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 New York Presbyterian Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from Weill Cornell Medical College in 2007.

NPI Number

Dr. Hoffman's NPI number is 1780837971.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Dr. Caitlin Hoffman's office is located at 1305 York Ave Fl 9, New York, NY, 10021.
What languages does Dr. Caitlin Hoffman speak?
Dr. Caitlin Hoffman speaks English.
Which hospitals is Dr. Caitlin Hoffman affiliated with?
Dr. Caitlin Hoffman is affiliated with Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center.

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