4.7
3 Ratings with 1 written Review
Summary
Dr. Philip L. De Jager is professor of neurology. After graduating from Yale University with a degree in Molecular Biophysics & Biochemistry, Dr. De Jager received a PhD in Neurogenetics from Rockefeller University and an MD from Cornell University Medical College, before completing his MMSc in Clinical Investigation at Harvard Medical School (HMS) and MIT. He served as a neurology resident in the Partners Neurology Residency Program at the Massachusetts General Hospital and Brigham and Women’s Hospital. He then joined the faculty at HMS, rising to the rank of associate professor before joining CUIMC.
The goal of Dr. De Jager's work as a clinician-scientist is to apply modern methods of neuro-immunology, statistical genetics, and systems biology to the understanding of common neurodegenerative diseases. At CUIMC, Dr. De Jager serves as Chief of the Department of Neurology's Division of Neuroimmunology, which includes the Columbia University Multiple Sclerosis Center and focuses on …characterizing and targeting the neuro-immunologic component of neurodegenerative disease. Dr. De Jager also serves as the director of a new Center for Translational & Computational Neuro-Immunology.
Read More Read less The goal of Dr. De Jager's work as a clinician-scientist is to apply modern methods of neuro-immunology, statistical genetics, and systems biology to the understanding of common neurodegenerative diseases. At CUIMC, Dr. De Jager serves as Chief of the Department of Neurology's Division of Neuroimmunology, which includes the Columbia University Multiple Sclerosis Center and focuses on …characterizing and targeting the neuro-immunologic component of neurodegenerative disease. Dr. De Jager also serves as the director of a new Center for Translational & Computational Neuro-Immunology.
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Office Locations
Dr. Philip L. De Jager has 2 locationsCUIMC/Neurological Institute of New York
710 W 168th StNew York, NY 10032Mon9:00 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
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 27 years of experience
- 21 insurance plans accepted
- speaks Russian, Spanish, English
- Massachusetts General Hospital
- 1 written review
- 2 specialties
- 10 areas of expertise
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 2 office locations
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Philip L. De Jager
Medical Specialties
Dr. Philip L. De Jager has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Philip L. De Jager has the following 10 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
27 Years Experience
Dr. Philip L. De Jager 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 Massachusetts General Hospital.
Medical School
Graduated from Weill Cornell Medical College in 1999.
NPI Number
Dr. De Jager's NPI number is 1255382453.
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- Dr. Philip De Jager is affiliated with Newyork Presbyterian Columbia University Irving Medical Center.
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- Dr. Philip De Jager speaks Russian, Spanish, and English.
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