Alexander Shtilbans Md, Phd, Ms

Biography

Dr. Alexander Shtilbans is a Board certified neurologist whose clinical interest lies in the area of neurodegenerative diseases, particularly Parkinson disease. He began his career as a molecular biologist in Neuroscience and, after obtaining his Ph.D., transitioned into clinical Neurology in order to work with patients and gain a better understanding of the clinical course of these diseases.  Dr. Shtilbans received his medical degree from Mount Sinai School of Medicine, where he also completed his residency in Neurology and served as a chief resident. Subsequently, he trained with Dr. Stanley Fahn during his clinical fellowship in Movement Disorders at Columbia University. Dr. Shtilbans has a longstanding interest in translational research and is currently involved in several clinical trials in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis. As a physician scientist, Dr. Shtilbans is interested in developing new therapies that will slow down the progression of neurodegenerative diseases. His goal is to better understand molecular mechanisms of the neurodegenerative processes by being actively involved in both clinical and basic science research.   He has been publishing his research findings for over a decade and has received awards from the American Academy of Neurology.   Appointments   Assistant Attending, Hospital for Special Surgery Assistant Professor, Weill Medical College of Cornell University   Specialty Neurology Special Expertise Movement Disorders: Parkinson's disease, Tremor, dystonia, myoclonus, restless leg syndrome, tardive dyskinesia Procedures Botox injections for cervical dysdonia, blepharospasms, hemifacial spasms, spasticity.  Deep brain stimulation (DBS) programming and adjustments. Awards Medical Student Prize for Excellence in Neurology, American Academy of Neurology (2006) Extended Neuroscience Award, American Academy of Neurology (2006) Medical Student Essay: Novel pathogenic mutations in human mitochondrial DNA genes Affiliations American Academy of Neurology Movement Disorders Society Languages Russian Insurance Information Aetna Affinity Access Blue Cross HMO POS Blue Cross PPO Blue Cross Pathway Blue Cross Pathway Enhanced Cigna Connecticare Emblem Selectcare HIP Medicare Oxford United Healthcare United Healthcare Compass If your particular insurance plan is not listed, you may still have coverage subject to the availability of 'out-of-network' benefits. Please do not hesitate to contact our office if you have questions regarding your insurance coverage.

Research Interest

Dr. Alexander Shtilbans is a Board certified neurologist whose clinical interest lies in the area of neurodegenerative diseases, particularly Parkinson disease. He began his career as a molecular biologist in Neuroscience and, after obtaining his Ph.D., transitioned into clinical Neurology in order to work with patients and gain a better understanding of the clinical course of these diseases.  Dr. Shtilbans received his medical degree from Mount Sinai School of Medicine, where he also completed his residency in Neurology and served as a chief resident. Subsequently, he trained with Dr. Stanley Fahn during his clinical fellowship in Movement Disorders at Columbia University. Dr. Shtilbans has a longstanding interest in translational research and is currently involved in several clinical trials in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis. As a physician scientist, Dr. Shtilbans is interested in developing new therapies that will slow down the progression of neurodegenerative diseases. His goal is to better understand molecular mechanisms of the neurodegenerative processes by being actively involved in both clinical and basic science research.   He has been publishing his research findings for over a decade and has received awards from the American Academy of Neurology.   Appointments   Assistant Attending, Hospital for Special Surgery Assistant Professor, Weill Medical College of Cornell University   Specialty Neurology Special Expertise Movement Disorders: Parkinson's disease, Tremor, dystonia, myoclonus, restless leg syndrome, tardive dyskinesia Procedures Botox injections for cervical dysdonia, blepharospasms, hemifacial spasms, spasticity.  Deep brain stimulation (DBS) programming and adjustments. Awards Medical Student Prize for Excellence in Neurology, American Academy of Neurology (2006) Extended Neuroscience Award, American Academy of Neurology (2006) Medical Student Essay: Novel pathogenic mutations in human mitochondrial DNA genes Affiliations American Academy of Neurology Movement Disorders Society Languages Russian Insurance Information Aetna Affinity Access Blue Cross HMO POS Blue Cross PPO Blue Cross Pathway Blue Cross Pathway Enhanced Cigna Connecticare Emblem Selectcare HIP Medicare Oxford United Healthcare United Healthcare Compass If your particular insurance plan is not listed, you may still have coverage subject to the availability of 'out-of-network' benefits. Please do not hesitate to contact our office if you have questions regarding your insurance coverage.