Summary

Dr. Valerie Dechant is a neurologist who specializes in treating complex conditions affecting the brain and nervous system. She earned her medical degree from Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University and has been practicing medicine for 22 years. Her extensive experience has made her particularly skilled in managing serious neurological emergencies and stroke-related conditions.

Dr. Dechant practices at Christiana Hospital in Newark, Delaware, where she focuses on treating patients who have experienced strokes and other critical brain injuries. She has expertise in managing hemorrhagic strokes and hypertensive emergencies that require immediate medical attention. Her treatment approach includes advanced procedures such as therapeutic hypothermia and comprehensive cardiac monitoring. Patients consistently rate Dr. Dechant highly for her care, giving her an average rating of 5.0.

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Quick Facts

  • 5
  • 22 years of experience
  • 35 insurance plans accepted
  • Sidney Kimmel Medical College At Thomas Jefferson University
  • 1 written review
  • 1 specialty
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Office Location

Christiana Hospital

4755 Ogletown Stanton RdNewark, DE 19718

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NeurologyNeurologyNeurologyHospital Medicine
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
2.7 
4.9 
22 Years of Experience 35 Years of Experience 11 Years of Experience 39 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Newark , DENEWARK , DEVoorhees , NJWilmington , DE
Med School: Sidney Kimmel Medical College At Thomas Jefferson University Med School: St Georges University School Of Medicine Med School: The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University (Providence, RI) Medical School, MD Med School: New York Institute Of Technology College Of Osteopathic Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Valerie Elaine Dechant

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - POS
  • Aetna - PPO
  • Ambetter - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth Caritas
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)
  • Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield of Delaware
  • Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield of Delaware - PPO
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Keystone First
  • Maryland Physicians Care
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - HMO
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (HMO Plans)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • Wellcare
  • Wellcare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Valerie Elaine Dechant has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Valerie Elaine Dechant has the following 9 areas of expertise

  • Alzheimer's Disease
  • Electromyography
  • Epilepsy
  • Headache
  • Migraine Disorder
  • Migraine Disorders
  • Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
  • Nerve Conduction Studies
  • Stroke

Certifications, License, & Education

22 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Delaware, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Sidney Kimmel Medical College At Thomas Jefferson UniversityGraduated in 2004

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Dr. Valerie Dechant is affiliated with Christiana Hospital.
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Where is Dr. Valerie Dechant's office located?
Dr. Valerie Dechant's office is located at 4755 Ogletown Stanton Rd, Newark, DE, 19718.

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