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Dr. Karen Gil, MD

Dr. Karen Gil, MD

Pediatric Neurology*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Karen Gil, MD is a pediatric neurologist in Bronx, NY and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from ALBANY MEDICAL COLLEGE in 1986. She is affiliated with Montefiore Medical Center. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.4 Star Rating
Based on 14 reviews 3.4 Star Rating (14 reviews)

The Children's Hospital at Montefiore

3415 Bainbridge Ave Bronx, NY 10467
Telehealth available
(718) 920-4378

Care Philosophy

"Karen Ballaban-Gil, MD, is Director, Pediatric Epilepsy Center and Deputy Director, Division of Child Neurology at the Children&rsquos Hospital at Montefiore Einstein, and Professor, Pediatrics and Neurology at our..."

- Dr. Karen Gil, MD

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Gil specializes in the areas of Epilepsy & Neurology with Special Qualification in Child Neurology. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. • See reviews
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Dr. Gil's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Gil

3.4

14 ratings, 5 with a written review
5 Star
57%
57%
4 Star
0%
0%
3 Star
0%
0%
2 Star
14%
14%
1 Star
29%
29%

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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
Anton Marashaj – Aug 24, 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Diana Cartagena – Feb 03, 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
Anton Marashaj – Nov 07, 2020
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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
  • Long wait times
8 people found this helpful
Helpful
Abe in Brooklyn, NY – Dec 15, 2016
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
6 people found this helpful
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New Hyde Park, NY – Nov 10, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

Karen Ballaban-Gil, MD, is Director, Pediatric Epilepsy Center and Deputy Director, Division of Child Neurology at the Children&rsquos Hospital at Montefiore Einstein, and Professor, Pediatrics and Neurology at our Albert Einstein College of Medicine....read more

biography

Karen Ballaban-Gil, MD, is Director, Pediatric Epilepsy Center and Deputy Director, Division of Child Neurology at the Children&rsquos Hospital at Montefiore Einstein, and Professor, Pediatrics and Neurology at our Albert Einstein College of Medicine....read more

  • Pediatric Neurology

  • Neurosurgery

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  • Albany Medical College

    Medical School, 1986
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology®
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Epilepsy
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Neurology with Special Qualification in Child Neurology
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Locations

The Children's Hospital at Montefiore

The Children's Hospital at Montefiore3415 Bainbridge Ave Bronx, NY 10467
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Montefiore Medical Center

    111 E 210th St
    Bronx, NY 10467
    Recipient of 20
    hospital awards

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

    80%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% lower than the national average

    75%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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