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Theodore H. Schwartz, M.D.
Professor of Neurosurgery, Neurology and Otolaryngology
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Caitlin Hoffman, M.D.
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Babacar Cisse, M.D., Ph.D.
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Jessica Spat-Lemus, PhD
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Murray Engel, M.D.
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Sabiha Merchant, M.B., B.S.
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Srishti Nangia, M.D.
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Leyda Sanchez-Ortiz, M.D.
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Synda Schultz, MPAS, PA-C
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Dr. Theodore Schwartz: Laser Surgery for Epilepsy, NY1, October 2016

Dr. Theodore Schwartz: Laser Surgery for Epilepsy, NY1, October 2016

Tracey's Story: Neurostimulation Implant for Epilepsy

Tracey's Story: Neurostimulation for Epilepsy

Dr. Theodore Schwartz: Minimally Invasive Endoscopic Surgery for Pituitary Tumors, Brain Tumors, and Epilepsy

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