21 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Dawson, Neurologist in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Andrew Dawson joined NewYork-Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital?s Epilepsy Center in 2004. He is also an Assistant Professor of Neurology at Weill Cornell Medical College. After receiving his undergraduate degree in biology from Cornell University, he completed a master?s degree in physiology at Georgetown University. He received his medical degree from SUNY Stony Brook and completed an internship at NYU Downtown Hospital. Dr. Dawson completed both his residency in neurology and a two-year fellowship in epilepsy and neurophysiology at NewYork-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell Medical Center. He is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. Dr. Dawson is a member of the American Academy of Neurology and the American Epilepsy Society. His interests include EEG, video EEG, intracranial EEG, corticography, evoked potentials, vagus nerve stimulation, and intraoperative monitoring.
WebsiteWhat are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Dawson?
Dr. Andrew Dawson, 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. Dawson empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Epilepsy/Seizure Disorders, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Brooklyn/NY community, Dr. Dawson is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Dawson go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: New York Presbyterian Hospital - Cornell Campus
Residency: Ny and Presby Hospital | New York-Presbyterian Hospital | Weill Cornell Medical College Affiliated Hospitals | New York Presbyterian Hospital Program
Medical School: Stony Brook University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Dawson board certified in Neurologist?
Yes, Dr. Andrew Dawson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Dawson speak?
Dr. Dawson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Central Khmer
English
What conditions does Dr. Dawson treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Dawson 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. Dawson. 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:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Focal Epilepsy
- Intractable Focal Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Epileptic events
- Fits
- Seizure disorder
- Convulsive disorder
- Recurrent seizures
- Partial Seizure Disorder
- Localized Onset Epilepsy
- Idiopathic Focal Epilepsy
- Drug-Resistant Focal Epilepsy
- Difficult-to-Treat Partial Seizures
- Refractory Focal Epilepsy
- Falling sickness
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4089: Other seizures
- G40802: Other epilepsy, not intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40009: Localization-related (focal) (partial) idiopathic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with seizures of localized onset, not intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40019: Localization-related (focal) (partial) idiopathic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with seizures of localized onset, intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40909: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, without status epilepticus
Also known as:
- Memory Loss
- Memory
- Amnesia
- Forgetfulness
- Loss of Recall
ICD-10 Codes:
- R413: Other amnesia
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Stroke
- Post-stroke Problems
- Effects of Stroke
- Stroke After-effects
ICD-10 Codes:
- I69398: Other sequelae of cerebral infarction
Also known as:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
Also known as:
- Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Brain Dysfunction
- Brain Condition
- Encephalopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9349: Other encephalopathy
Also known as:
- Temporary Confusion
- Delirium
- Mental Disorder
- Acute Confusion
- Sudden Mental Changes
- Brief Disorientation
ICD-10 Codes:
- R404: Transient alteration of awareness
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Chronic Migraine without Aura
- Migraine
- Transformed migraine
- Daily chronic headache
- Persistent migraine
ICD-10 Codes:
- G43709: Chronic migraine without aura, not intractable, without status migrainosus
Also known as:
- Mixed Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- Combined Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety with Other Symptoms
- Complex Anxiety
ICD-10 Codes:
- F413: Other mixed anxiety disorders
Also known as:
- Brain damage from lack of oxygen
- Brain Disease
- Anoxic brain injury
- Hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy
- Oxygen deprivation brain injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- G931: Anoxic brain damage, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Does Dr. Dawson accept my insurance?
Dr. Dawson 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. Dawson accept in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Dawson in Brooklyn, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Commonwealth Care Alliance
Community Health Plan of Washington
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elderplan
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Healthfirst
Medicare
MetroPlus
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
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Where is Dr. Dawson's office located?
New York Brooklyn Methodist Neurology
263 7th Avenue
Suite 4A
Brooklyn, NY 11215
(917) 300-0553
What is Dr. Dawson's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Dawson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1093775934.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dawson?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Dawson
What is Dr. Andrew Dawson's specialty?
Dr. Dawson is a Neurologist near Brooklyn, 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. Dawson to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Andrew Dawson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Dawson is affiliated with NewYork-Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital 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 Andrew Dawson accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?
Yes, Dr. Andrew Dawson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Andrew Dawson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Dawson's office at (917) 300-0553 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Andrew Dawson?
Please contact Dr. Dawson's office at (917) 300-0553 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Andrew Dawson have?
Dr. Andrew Dawson is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
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