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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Iglesias, Clinical Geneticist in NEW YORK, NY?
Alejandro Iglesias, MD is Assistant Professor of Pediatrics, Director of the Inherited Metabolic Program, Program Director of the Medical Genetics Residency program and Attending Physician in the Division of Medical Genetics, Department of Pediatrics at New York Presbyterian Hospital/Columbia University Medical Center. He is a clinical and biochemical geneticist primarily interested in inherited metabolic disorders and neurogenetics and dysmorphology. In his role as Director of the Inherited Metabolic Program he is deeply involved in all aspects related with the diagnosis, management and overall care of patients and families with these disorders. In addition, he is in charge of the education of young physicians and medical students in the field of IMD. As an educator, he is in charge of the medical biochemistry lecture series for the first year medical students at the Physicians & Surgeons Medical School at Columbia University paving the way for a new generations of brilliant medical students at Columbia University. Finally, his involvement with the diagnosis and care of patients with X-linked adrenoleukodystrophy has been one of his main accomplishments in the recent years, especially since the introduction of newborn screening in New York State. He has a been involved from the beginning in the development of the program and is active member of the NYS group of metabolic physicians taking care of these patients. In addtion he has been actively involved in all developments asscoiated with newborn screening for Krabbe disease and Pompe disease.
WebsiteWhere did Dr. Iglesias go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Clinical Genetics, Mount Sinai Medical Center, New York, NY, 1998 Clinical Genetics, Hosptial de Pediatria " Juan P. Garrahan" , Buenos Aires, Argentina, 1991 1994
Residency: A Einstein Coll M-Yeshiva U, Pediatrics | Jacobi Medical Center
Medical School: University De Buenos Aires- Fac De Med- Buenos Aires- Argentina
Is Dr. Iglesias board certified as a Clinical Geneticist?
Yes, Dr. Alejandro Iglesias, MD is board certified by the American Board of Medical Genetics , American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Iglesias speak?
Dr. Iglesias and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Iglesias treat?
As a Clinical Geneticist, Dr. Iglesias 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. Iglesias. 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:
- Family History of Breast Cancer
- Family History of Cancer
- Family History of Digestive Organ Cancer
- Breast Cancer
- Family History
- Cancer
- Hereditary breast cancer risk
- Genetic predisposition to breast cancer
- Breast cancer in the family
- Genetic predisposition to cancer
- Hereditary cancer risk
- Cancer in the family
- Genetic risk for gastrointestinal cancer
- Family history of GI cancer
- Hereditary digestive cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z803: Family history of malignant neoplasm of breast
- Z809: Family history of malignant neoplasm, unspecified
- Z800: Family history of malignant neoplasm of digestive organs
Also known as:
- High Phenylalanine Levels
- Phenylketonuria (PKU)
- Citrullinemia
- Carnitine Metabolism Disorder
- Maple Syrup Urine Disease
- Metabolic Disorder
- Tetrahydrobiopterin deficiency
- Phenylketonuria
- Maple syrup urine disease
- Hyperphenylalaninemia
- Phenylalanine Metabolism Disorder
- PKU', 'Følling's Disease
- Phenylalanine Hydroxylase Deficiency
- Argininosuccinic Aciduria
- Urea Cycle Disorder Type II
- Citrulline Disorder
- Carnitine Deficiency
- Carnitine Processing Problem
- Carnitine Disorder
- MSUD
- Branched-Chain Ketoaciduria
ICD-10 Codes:
- E701: Other hyperphenylalaninemias
- E700: Classical phenylketonuria
- E7223: Citrullinemia
- E7140: Disorder of carnitine metabolism, unspecified
- E710: Maple-syrup-urine disease
Also known as:
- Autism
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Classic Autism', 'Kanner's Syndrome
- Severe Autism
ICD-10 Codes:
- F840: Autistic disorder
Also known as:
- Other Specific B Vitamin Deficiency
- B Vitamins
- Malnutrition
- Specific B Vitamin Shortage
- Less Common B Vitamin Deficiency
- Rare B Vitamin Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E538: Deficiency of other specified B group vitamins
Also known as:
- Ornithine Metabolism Disorder
- Amino Acid Metabolism Disorder
- Ornithine translocase deficiency
- Ornithine Translocase Deficiency
- Hyperornithinemia
- Ornithine Processing Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- E724: Disorders of ornithine metabolism
Also known as:
- Down Syndrome
- Trisomy 21
- Mongolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q909: Down syndrome, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abnormal Newborn Screening Results
- Newborn Screening
- Positive newborn screen
- Failed newborn screening
- Newborn test abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- P099: Abnormal findings on neonatal screening, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Genetic Syndrome
- Birth Defects
- Rare Birth Defect Syndromes
- Uncommon Congenital Syndromes
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q8789: Other specified congenital malformation syndromes, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Chromosomal Abnormality
- Genetic Disorder
- Genetic Chromosome Disorder
- Chromosome Problem
- Aneuploidy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q999: Chromosomal abnormality, unspecified
Also known as:
- Mitochondrial Metabolism Disorder
- Mitochondrial Disease
- Mitochondrial Metabolic Disease
- Energy Production Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- E8840: Mitochondrial metabolism disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Family history of genetic disease carrier
- Family History
- Genetic Disorder
- Inherited genetic disease risk
- Genetic carrier status in family
- Family history of inherited conditions
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z8481: Family history of carrier of genetic disease
Also known as:
- Mucopolysaccharidosis
- Carbohydrate Metabolism Disorder
- MPS
- Lysosomal storage disease
- GAG storage disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7629: Other mucopolysaccharidoses
Also known as:
- Hyperparathyroidism
- Parathyroid Disorder
- Overactive Parathyroid Gland
- High Parathyroid Hormone
- PTH Overproduction
ICD-10 Codes:
- E213: Hyperparathyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Unspecified Congenital Heart Defect
- Congenital Heart Defects
- Heart Birth Defect
- Congenital Heart Anomaly
- Heart Malformation at Birth
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q249: Congenital malformation of heart, unspecified
Does Dr. Iglesias accept my insurance?
Dr. Iglesias 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. Iglesias accept in NEW YORK, NY?
Dr. Iglesias in NEW YORK, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
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Centene
Cigna
Commonwealth Health Corporation (CHC)
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
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Where is Dr. Iglesias' office located?
CUIMC/NewYork-Presbyterian Morgan Stanley Children's Hospital
3959 Broadway
NEW YORK, NY 10032
(917) 300-0553
What is Dr. Iglesias's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Iglesias's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1629050851.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Iglesias?
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What is Dr. Alejandro Iglesias's specialty?
Dr. Iglesias is a Clinical Geneticist near NEW YORK, NY. A clinical geneticist is adept at offering thorough diagnostic, management, and counseling services for genetic disorders. Contact Dr. Iglesias to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Alejandro Iglesias affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Iglesias is affiliated with NewYork-Presbyterian/Columbia University Irving 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 Alejandro Iglesias accepting new patients in NEW YORK, NY?
Yes, Dr. Alejandro Iglesias is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alejandro Iglesias offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Iglesias's office at (917) 300-0553 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alejandro Iglesias?
Please contact Dr. Iglesias's office at (917) 300-0553 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Alejandro Iglesias have?
Dr. Alejandro Iglesias is certified by the American Board of Medical Genetics and American Board of Pediatrics.
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