Summary

Philip Stieg, PhD, MD is the Professor and Chairman of the Department of Neurological Surgery at Weill Cornell Medical College and Neurosurgeon-in-Chief at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital. He received his B.S. degree in 1974 from the University of Wisconsin at Madison, his Ph.D. in Anatomy and Neuroscience from Albany Medical College of Union University in 1980, and his M.D. from the Medical College of Wisconsin in 1983. He completed his internship and residency at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical School and a fellowship in cell transplantation for restorative neurological function at Karolinska Institute in Stockholm, Sweden. DR. STIEG SEES PATIENTS AT THE FOLLOWING CLINICAL LOCATION: 520 East 70th Street (east of York Avenue) Starr Pavilion, Room 651 New York, NY 10065 Dr. Stieg has developed an international reputation in the area of cerebrovascular disorders and skull base surgery. He has been active in many international courses and been broadly published. He has contributed to groups such as the Joint Sections of Cerebrovascular Surgery of the American Association of Neurological Surgeons and Congress of Neurological Surgeons (AANS/CNS) where he now assists in the capacity of past chairman. In addition, he is the past President of the Society of University Neurosurgeons. A recipient of multiple awards and honors, including citations in "Who's Who in Health and MedicalServices" and "The Best Doctors in America." Before joining the Cornell Physician Organization, Dr. Stieg was the Associate Chief in Neurosurgery at Brigham and Women's Hospital, Harvard Medical School. For more information about the Weill Cornell Brain and Spine Center, including the conditions we treat and the advanced procedures we perform, visit weillcornellbrainandspine.org. New Patients: Find out what you need to know before your appointment, including the forms you'll need to fill out, here: Preparing for Your Appointment
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Office Location

Neurological Surgery

525 E 68th St # 651New York, NY 10065

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.9
  • 43 years of experience
  • 6 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Dallas Co Hp Parkland Memorial
  • 5 written reviews
  • 3 specialties
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Philip E. Stieg

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna - NYP
  • Anthem Blue Cross/Blue Shield
  • Empire Blue Cross/Blue Shield
  • Health Insurance Plan of NY (HIP)
  • Oxford Health Plans
  • United Healthcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Philip E. Stieg has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Philip E. Stieg has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Aneurysm
  • Brain Surgery
  • Brain Tumor
  • Craniotomy
  • Glioblastoma
  • Hemifacial Spasm
  • Laminectomy
  • Neurosurgery
  • Stroke
  • Vascular Surgeon

Certifications, License, & Education

43 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, New York, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Dallas Co Hp Parkland Memorial

Medical School

Medical College Of WisconsinGraduated in 1983

Other Providers at NewYork-Presbyterian

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