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Dr. Brian Apatoff, MD

Dr. Brian Apatoff, MD

Neurology*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Brian Apatoff, MD is a neurologist in New York, NY and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine in 1984. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Overlook Medical Center and NYU Langone Hospitals. He is accepting new patients.

4.1 Star Rating
Based on 76 reviews 4.1 Star Rating (76 reviews)

Practice

401 E 55th St New York, NY 10022
(646) 808-5454

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Apatoff is affiliated with Hospital for Special Surgery New York, a highly rated hospital.

Dr. Apatoff is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurology

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Apatoff specializes in the area of Neurology. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Stroke Care Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Apatoff's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Apatoff

4.1

76 ratings, 12 with a written review
5 Star
70%
70%
4 Star
9%
9%
3 Star
4%
4%
2 Star
0%
0%
1 Star
17%
17%

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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
May 19, 2022
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
13 people found this helpful
Helpful
Jun 10, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Apr 20, 2020
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Cee – Oct 28, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Patrice Jacobson – Sep 03, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Mar 26, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
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Mar 24, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
11 people found this helpful
Helpful
Jessica Perez in Brooklyn – Feb 22, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
11 people found this helpful
Helpful
Long Island City, NY – Sep 28, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
MB in Queens, NY – Jul 07, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
AP in Mineola, NY – Feb 18, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Astoria – Jan 11, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Brian Apatoff, MD is a neurologist in New York, NY and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine in 1984. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Overlook Medical Center and NYU Langone Hospitals. He is accepting new patients.

  • Neurology

  • Neuroimmunology

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Columbia Presbyterian Medical Center/columb

    Residency Hospital, 1990

  • Neuro Institute/columbia University

    Fellowship Hospital, 1990

  • Brigham Womens Hospital/harvard

    Internship Hospital, 1985

  • University Of Chicago Pritzker School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1984
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology®
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Neurology
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Dr. Apatoff is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurology

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    Locations

    Practice

    Richard L. Mueller MD PC401 E 55th St New York, NY 10022
    1

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Hospital for Special Surgery

      535 E 70th St
      New York, NY 10021
      Recipient of 24
      hospital awards

      Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

      Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2024, 2023)

      Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

      View all awards

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      91%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      7% higher than the national average

      89%
      Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

      24% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • St. Francis Hospital & Heart Center

      100 Port Washington Blvd
      Roslyn, NY 11576
      Recipient of 11
      hospital awards

      Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

      Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

      View all awards

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      88%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      4% higher than the national average

      84%
      Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

      19% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • White Plains Hospital

      41 E Post Rd
      White Plains, NY 10601
      Recipient of 8
      hospital awards

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

      Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

      Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

      Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

      View all awards

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      85%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      1% higher than the national average

      81%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      6% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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