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Michael Sisti

Dr. Michael B. Sisti , MD

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OVERVIEW

Dr. Sisti specializes in the treatment of complex brain tumors, meningiomas, and acoustic neuromas employing state of the art computer guided microneurosurgery and Gamma Knife radiosurgery. Dr. Sisti’s core belief is that by dedicating himself both to the best in medical technology and to the quality of the physician patient relationship, he provides the optimum opportunity for helping patients deal with these difficult brain tumors. He has safely and successfully operated upon more than four thousand patients with these complex conditions. During his 30 year career in the Department of Neurosurgery at Columbia University’s world-class medical center Dr. Sisti has also pioneered many surgical and technical advances including New York City’s first non-invasive radiosurgery program. As a result of his personal philosophy and the long term concentrated experience in treating the most difficult tumors Dr. Sisti has earned a reputation for technical excellence in surgical results as well as providing superior personal care to his patients and their family members. Dr. Sisti is the James G. McMurtry III, MD Associate Professor of Neurosurgery, Radiation Oncology & Otolaryngology. He is also the Co-director, Center for Radiosurgery.   Watch Dr. Sisti's Videos: Meet Dr. Michael B. Sisti Medical Minute: Metastatic Brain Tumors Medical Minute: Malignant Brain Tumors Medical Minute: Meningiomas Medical Minute: Radiosurgery Dr. Sisti shares his expertise on Acoustic Neuromas Dr. Sisti's Patient Story  
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PATIENT'S PERSPECTIVE

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RATINGS AND REVIEWS

Dr. Sisti's Rating
110 Ratings with 3 Reviews
Patient Perspective
5.0 Explains conditions and treatments
5.0 Takes time to answer my questions
5.0 Provides follow-up as needed
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NewYork-Presbyterian / Columbia University Irving Medical Center
710 West 168th Street
New York, NY, 10032
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"Dr. Sisti is a treasure of a neurosurgeon, quite literally. He performed a complex craniectomy on me in order to remove my epidermoid turmor; After visiting several neurosurgeons, some of whom told me that they could not remove all of my tumor or that they'll need the help of another specialist to give them access to certain areas of my skull in order to access the tumor, God lead me to Dr. Sisti who performed my surgery without any complications. I cannot say enough about Dr. Sisti. He is very highly experienced and knowledgeable, a brilliant neurosurgeon. These in conjunction with his quiet confidence, caring nature and God's guidance, helped me select Dr. Sisti to perform this critical surgery. I was driving, running errands, and caring for my 10 month baby one month after surgery and back to work fulltime seven weeks post-op. I feel thoroughly blessed and very fortunate to have found him. If fear of the unknown or potential adverse outcome is what worries you, rest assured that ...
you'd be in great hands. I hope Dr. Sisti stays around for the next 100 years, he is a treasure to medicine, a doctor amongst doctors. "
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  • January 17, 2023
"He is an excellent surgeon and he is super experienced. He successfully removed a brain tumor from my cranial base. My quality of life has improved significantly and his staff is also wonderful. I highly recommend him."
  • April 25, 2022
"Dr. Sisti is a neorosur4geon star. He is someone I trust absolutely - a dedicated neurosurgeon who knows how to do it all and has compassion. I am Lou Gehrig Fan. I am very fortunate. My Dr. Mike Sisti of NewYork Presbyterian is the Lou Gehrig of Neurosurgeons!"
  • February 24, 2022

LOCATIONS

CUIMC/Neurological Institute of New York
710 West 168th Street
New York, NY, 10032
  • Accepting New Patients
  • Medicare Accepted
  • Medicaid Accepted
  • Accepting New Patients
  • Medicare Accepted
  • Medicaid Accepted

SPECIALTIES

  • Neurosurgery

EDUCATION AND TRAINING

Medical School
Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons
Graduated 1981
Residency
New York Presbyterian Hospital

INSURANCE PLANS ACCEPTED  (22)

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  • AETNA
  • Affinity Health Plan
  • AgeWell
  • Amida Care
  • CIGNA
  • Emblem/GHI
  • Emblem/Hip
  • Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield Healthplus
  • Empire Blue Cross/Blue Shield
  • Fidelis Care
  • Healthfirst
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Local 1199
  • Magnacare (National)
  • Medicare
  • MVP Health Care
  • Quality Health Management
  • RiverSpring
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • VNSNY CHOICE
  • WellCare
  • World Trade Center Health Plan
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