Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Vartanian, Neurologist in New York, NY?
Timothy Vartanian, MD, PhD, a leading authority on neural regeneration has been named as the Director of the Judith Jaffe Multiple Sclerosis Center at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital/Weill Cornell Medical Center.?He is also appointed to the faculty of the Department of Neurology and Neuroscience at Weill Cornell Medical College. Dr. Vartanian received his medical degree from the Pritzker School of Medicine at the University of Chicago, and his Ph.D. in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology from the University of Chicago. His internship, residency, and two research fellowships were at the prestigious Brigham and Women's Hospital, Massachusetts General Hospital, Beth Israel Hospital, and Harvard Medical School. Previously, he was chief of the Division of Demyelinating Diseases at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center and a member of the faculty of Harvard Medical School.Dr. Vartanian has led research teams that have made groundbreaking discoveries in central nervous system remyelination, novel mechanisms of axonal degeneration and regeneration, and mechanisms of immune mediated injury to myelin and axons in multiple sclerosis. His research interests center on regeneration of the myelin internode in multiple sclerosis, preventing axonal and neuronal injury, and defining the complicated interactions between the immune and nervous systems.His work has been published in top peer reviewed journals including the Journal of Cell Biology, the Proceedings of the National Academy of Science, the Journal of Neuroscience, Science, Nature, and the New England Journal of Medicine.His research is funded by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) through the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke and the National Multiple Sclerosis Society. He has served on grant review committees for the NIH, National Multiple Sclerosis Society, Congressionally Directed Medical Research through the Department of Defense, The Wellcome Trust, and others.Dr. Vartanian is committed to providing state-of-the-art patient care and advanced treatments in a personalized environment.
WebsiteWhat are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Vartanian?
Dr. Timothy Vartanian, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Neurologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Vartanian empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Multiple Sclerosis, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the New York/NY community, Dr. Vartanian is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Vartanian go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Massachusetts General Hospital | Brigham and Women's Hospital
Medical School: University of Chicago Division of the Biological Sciences The Pritzker School of Medicine
Is Dr. Vartanian board certified in Neurologist?
Yes, Dr. Timothy Vartanian, MD is board certified by the American Board of Urology
What languages does Dr. Vartanian speak?
Dr. Vartanian and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Creoles and pidgins
English
French
Russian
What conditions does Dr. Vartanian treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Vartanian 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. Vartanian. 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.
Also known as:
- Multiple Sclerosis
- MS
- Demyelinating Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G35: Multiple sclerosis
Does Dr. Vartanian accept my insurance?
Dr. Vartanian accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (917) 300-0553 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Vartanian accept in New York, NY?
Dr. Vartanian in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
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Where is Dr. Vartanian's office located?
Multiple Sclerosis Research Center
1305 York Avenue
2nd Floor
New York, NY 10021
(917) 300-0553
Recognitions
Awards
William Randolph Hearst Neuroscience - Harvard Medical School
FIDIA Internationa School of Neuroscience - Padova, Italy
The Stephen Lukes Prize in Neurology -
University of Chicago
Telfyan Cell Biology Scholarship -
University of Chicago
Oakland University
Magna Cum Laude
What is Dr. Vartanian's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Vartanian's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1437255056.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vartanian?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Vartanian
What is Dr. Timothy Vartanian's specialty?
Dr. Vartanian is a Neurologist near New York, NY.
A neuropathologist is expert in the diagnosis of diseases of the nervous system and skeletal muscles and functions as a consultant primarily to neurologists and neurosurgeons. The neuropathologist is knowledgeable in the infirmities of humans as they affect the nervous and neuromuscular systems, be they degenerative, infectious, metabolic, immunologic, neoplastic, vascular or physical in nature.
Contact Dr. Vartanian to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Timothy Vartanian affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Vartanian 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 Timothy Vartanian accepting new patients in New York, NY?
Yes, Dr. Timothy Vartanian is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Timothy Vartanian offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Vartanian's office at (917) 300-0553 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Timothy Vartanian?
Please contact Dr. Vartanian's office at (917) 300-0553 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Timothy Vartanian have?
Dr. Timothy Vartanian is certified by the American Board of Urology.
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