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Who is Dr. Ramakrishna, Neurosurgeon in Brooklyn, NY?
Rohan Ramakrishna, MD, is an award-winning neurosurgeon at NewYork-Presbyterian Medical Group Brooklyn and the chief of neurosurgery at NewYork-Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital. He is an associate professor of neurological surgery at Weill Cornell Medicine, where he also directs the Brain Metastases Clinic. He specializes in the treatment of brain tumors and other central nervous system tumors. Dr. Ramakrishna treats patients with gliomas, metastatic disease, skull base lesions, and pituitary disorders. He employs advanced awake mapping, imaging techniques, and microsurgery to ensure maximal tumor removal and achieve the safest possible surgical outcomes. Furthermore, Dr. Ramakrishna works with a multi-disciplinary team to ensure that the best possible treatment strategies are offered to his patients. He sees patients at the Brain Tumor Center at New York Presbyterian/Weill Cornell Medical Center as part of the surgical neuro-oncology team. TrainingDr. Ramakrishna received his Bachelor of Arts from the University of Pennsylvania, majoring in Biology and Philosophy, and was elected to the Phi Beta Kappa society upon graduation. He obtained his medical degree from the University of Pennsylvania. Dr. Ramakrishna completed his neurosurgery residency and served as chief resident at the University of Washington. He then went on to complete a fellowship in neurosurgical oncology at the MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston, Texas.ResearchDr. Ramakrishna?s research interests include novel drug delivery strategies to treat malignant brain and skull base tumors using advanced polymer and nanoparticle technology. Additionally, Dr. Ramakrishna is interested in developing new vaccine-based therapies for glioma and in helping to develop new clinical trials and outcome measures to advance the care of brain tumors. He has published and spoken extensively on these topics and has received multiple awards, including prestigious training and research grants from the NIH and the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Consortium.
WebsiteWhat languages does Dr. Ramakrishna speak?
Dr. Ramakrishna and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Ramakrishna typically treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Ramakrishna diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Ramakrishna. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Benign Meningioma
- Benign Tumor
- Brain Disease
- Non-cancerous brain lining tumor
- Brain membrane tumor
- Cerebral meningeal tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D320: Benign neoplasm of cerebral meninges
Also known as:
- Secondary Brain Cancer
- Brain Tumor
- Metastatic brain cancer
- Brain metastases
- Cancer spread to brain
ICD-10 Codes:
- C7931: Secondary malignant neoplasm of brain
Also known as:
- Brain Growth of Unknown Type
- Brain Disease
- Brain tumor of unknown nature
- Brain lesion of unknown behavior
- Indeterminate brain mass
ICD-10 Codes:
- D496: Neoplasm of unspecified behavior of brain
Also known as:
- Benign Pituitary Tumor
- Benign Tumor
- Pituitary Disorder
- Pituitary Tumor Treatment (PDQ)
- Prolactinoma
- Non-cancerous growth in pituitary gland
- Pituitary adenoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- D352: Benign neoplasm of pituitary gland
What procedures does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Ramakrishna typically perform?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Ramakrishna performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Ramakrishna. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Stereotactic Radiosurgery (Single Brain Lesion)
- Stereotactic Radiosurgery for Brain Lesion
- Stereotactic Radiosurgery for Brain Lesions
- Gamma Knife Radiosurgery
- CyberKnife
- Brain Radiation Therapy
- Particle Beam Therapy
- CyberKnife Radiosurgery
- Focused Radiation for Brain
- SRS
- Cranial Lesion Radiosurgery
CPT Codes:
- 61796: Stereotactic radiosurgery (particle beam, gamma ray, or linear accelerator); 1 simple cranial lesion
- 61798: Stereotactic radiosurgery (particle beam, gamma ray, or linear accelerator); 1 complex cranial lesion
- 61797: Stereotactic radiosurgery (particle beam, gamma ray, or linear accelerator); each additional cranial lesion, simple (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Computer-Assisted Brain Surgery (Stereotactic)
- Stereotactic Neurosurgery
- Image-Guided Brain Surgery
- Cranial Navigational Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 61781: Stereotactic computer-assisted (navigational) procedure; cranial, intradural (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Brain Tumor Removal Surgery
- Craniotomy for Tumor
- Brain Surgery for Tumor
- Brain Tumor Excision
- Craniectomy for Tumor
CPT Codes:
- 61510: Craniectomy, Trephination, Bone Flap Craniotomy; For Excision Of Brain Tumor, Supratentorial, Except Meningioma
Also known as:
- Removal of Brain Lesion from Skull Base
- Cranial Fossa Lesion Excision
- Brain Tumor Removal
- Vascular Lesion Resection
- Dural Repair
CPT Codes:
- 61601: Resection or excision of neoplastic, vascular or infectious lesion of base of anterior cranial fossa; intradural, including dural repair, with or without graft
Also known as:
- Skull Defect Repair
- Cranioplasty
- Skull Reconstruction
- Head Bone Repair
CPT Codes:
- 62141: Cranioplasty for skull defect; larger than 5 cm diameter
Does Dr. Ramakrishna accept my insurance?
Dr. Ramakrishna accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ramakrishna accept in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Ramakrishna in Brooklyn, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
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Where is Dr. Ramakrishna's office located?
Center for Community Health at NewYork-Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital
515 6th Street
Brooklyn, NY 11215
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What is Dr. Ramakrishna's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ramakrishna's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1144335878.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ramakrishna?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ramakrishna
What is Dr. Rohan Ramakrishna's specialty?
Dr. Ramakrishna is a Neurosurgeon near Brooklyn, NY.
What does a Neurosurgeon do?
A neurological surgeon is responsible to provide the operative and non-operative management which includes prevention, diagnosis, evaluation, treatment, critical care, & rehabilitation of various disorders related to the central, peripheral, and autonomic nervous systems. This includes their supporting structures and vascular supply, the complete evaluation and treatment of pathological process which is known to modify function or activity of the nervous system, the operative & non-operative management of pain. A neurological surgeon has specialization in treating patients with disorders of the nervous system which includes conditions affecting the brain, meninges, skull, and their blood supply, such as the extracranial carotid and vertebral arteries. They also manage disorders related to the pituitary gland, spinal cord, meninges, and vertebral column, including those that may require spinal fusion or instrumentation. In addition to this, they treat conditions affecting the cranial and spinal nerves throughout their course in the body.
Is this Dr. Rohan Ramakrishna affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ramakrishna is affiliated with Newyork-Presbyterian Hospital/weill Cornell Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
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Is Rohan Ramakrishna accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?
Yes, Dr. Rohan Ramakrishna is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rohan Ramakrishna offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Ramakrishna, or contact the office for more information.
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