Dr. Rachel Beekman, MD

Dr. Rachel Beekman is a neurologist who specializes in caring for patients with complex neurological conditions. She earned her medical degree from the Renaissance School of Medicine at Stony Brook University and completed her residency training at Yale New Haven Hospital. With 12 years of experience in neurology, Dr. Beekman has developed expertise in treating serious neurological emergencies and conditions. She provides care to patients in English.

Dr. Beekman practices at Yale New Haven Hospital and Yale New Haven Hospital Saint Raphael Campus in New Haven, Connecticut. She treats patients who have experienced strokes and those dealing with respiratory failure, including pediatric cases. Her clinical skills include performing therapeutic hypothermia, an advanced treatment that helps protect the brain after certain medical emergencies. Dr. Beekman also provides specialized care at the Yale Comprehensive Epilepsy Center, where she focuses on helping patients with seizure disorders.