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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

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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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The GREATESS doctor in his field
Very knowledgeable, patient, and understanding.
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 others found this helpful
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May 19, 2022
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I saw Dr. Apatoff ten years ago. He gave me too much prednisone. Now I have osteopenia and horrible neuropathy in my feet. One year I couldn’t walk at all. Now I see a different neurologist I am happy to say. I hope this helps you decide what is best for you and your care.
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 others found this helpful
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Jun 10, 2021
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professional, knowledgable (much more than 5 other doctors I talked before), full of expertise, proactive when it comes to possible treatments, polite, easy to approach and connect with
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 other person found this helpful
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Apr 20, 2020
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I have been seeing Dr. Apatoff since 2006 since I've been diagnose with M.S. Anyone who has been seeing him as long as I have, or longer, knows that he takes his time with his patients and is one of the last few Doctor's who sincerely cares for his patient's health and not about insurance or money. I do agree that the wait may take long, but he is the Chief of Neurology, and is well worth the wait; in my opinion. You know he's good at what he does when you get a second opinion, and that doctor tells you, "stay with your doctor; he seems he know what he's talking about." I will never second guess him again. You have a long term left threatening disease... be patient and enjoy life, you only have one.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
5 others found this helpful
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Cee – Oct 28, 2019
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Dr. Apatoff is an amazing doctor. He has helped to keep my MS in check. He is very friendly, great bedside manner, very professional and knowledgeable and has a great personality that makes you feel comfortable.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 others found this helpful
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Patrice Jacobson – Sep 03, 2019
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The best Doctor that I have seen in this field. Took him and his team 15 minutes to determine I had MS after going through 7 months of testing only to hear that I needed a second opinion because the Doctors that I was seeing wouldn't give me an answer. Dr. Apatoff is straight forward with you, and is concerned about your Health and lifestyle to help you live better with this Disease. even living with MS it is always a pleasure to see him. AAA+++ The Best!!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Mar 26, 2019
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very long (3/4 hr) waits for each of two visits, first visit ok; 2nd visit only very few minutes with him to tell me blood results he just printed himself. I left message re efficacy of taking vitamins he suggested with no return call.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
4 others found this helpful
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Mar 24, 2019
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Dr. Apatoff clearly doesn't care about his patients. I had an appointment today that he canceled last minute because his 'flight was delayed'. First of all, why didn't his receptionist call and let me know that he was going to be a no show? I explained to his receptionist that it had not only taken me an hour to get to his office but that I took time off of work for my appointment. She came back offering me an appointment 'for next week.' Unacceptable behavior for a professional!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • 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 others found this helpful
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Jessica Perez in Brooklyn – Feb 22, 2018
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Refused to refill a prescription, insisting I come into the office for a follow-up exam. I told him I didn't understand what new information a medical examination would yield in regards to my anxiety, could not afford to take the time off of work or afford a co-pay just for a refill, and that my anxiety remained the same. He told me that the time and money I would need to spend were "irrelevant" and implied overtly that I was trying to take advantage. UNREAL.
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 others found this helpful
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Long Island City, NY – Sep 28, 2017
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Dr. Apatoff is absolute the best of best! Knowledgeable and caring. Her is there for patients and return their calls very quickly regardless of having too many patients. He has been my doctor for the past 10 years. I am not a type of person who would go with any doctor. I am rather very selective and stay with a doctor if and only if I am happy with his/her expertise and that caring dimension that, to me, is a prerequisite in doctor-patient relationship! To me he is an outstanding physician!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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MB in Queens, NY – Jul 07, 2016
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Dr Apatoff is hands down the best neurologist/diagnostician I've seen. He's knowledgeable about a wide spectrum of treatments and old and new medications related to neurological and other autoimmune diseases; aggressive with treatment when its necessary and then, just as important, conservative with meds when they have done their job; down to earth, droll and straight forward, while at the same time compassionate, he has kept me healthy for more than 15 years. I cannot recommend him enough!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 others found this helpful
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AP in Mineola, NY – Feb 18, 2016
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He's the best! He actually returned a non-urgent call while he was away for the New Year. Took care of situation right away.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 others found this helpful
Helpful
Astoria – Jan 11, 2016
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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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    Practice

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

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      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

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      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

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      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

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      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

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    • 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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