Dr. Louis Nkrumah, MD, New Hyde Park, NY

What patients are saying

Overall rating

5.00

Average wait time

5.00

Bedside manner

5.00

“Dr. Nkrumah is the most professional, warm and caring doctor I have ever had the pleasure of meeting. My surgery was perfect and I was up and walking the day after my spinal fusion without any issues! I highly recommend Dr. Nkrumah!”

MFMore than 1 year ago

About Dr. Louis Nkrumah

We are a private neurosurgery practice on Long Island. We recommend you come to our office with up to date imaging so we can provide you with the most comprehensive care during your appointment. While we are not in-network, we do work with all patients and all insurance companies. An esteemed neurosurgeon providing advanced care for conditions affecting the brain, spine, spinal cord, and peripheral nerves, Louis J. Nkrumah brings a well-rounded, thoughtful, and personalized approach to patient care. His expertise spans complex and minimally invasive spine surgery including spinal robotics and endoscopic spine surgery. Having attained both his Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees within four years at Yale University, Dr. Nkrumah earned his MD and PhD at Albert Einstein College of Medicine. He received a Dean’s Award at Einstein; and the David Everett Chandler Award—among numerous honors—at Yale. He did two years of residency in otolaryngology at the Johns Hopkins Hospital before moving to Emory University Hospital in Atlanta, GA where he completed his neurological surgery residency. He then went on to complete his fellowship in complex and minimally invasive spine surgery at Virginia Mason Medical Center in Seattle, WA. A board-certified neurosurgeon, Dr. Nkrumah is a member of both the American Association of Neurological Surgeons, and Congress of Neurological Surgeons. He is also a member of the Scoliosis Research Society. While demonstrating excellence in neurosurgery, Dr. Nkrumah has also authored publications in microbiology, immunology, and genetics. In addition to English, Dr. Nkrumah speaks Twi, an Akan language of Ghana. He enjoys soccer, martial arts, and outdoor activities with family and friends.

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Areas of expertise

This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.

Lower back pain

Spinal fusion

Lower back pain

Spinal fusion

Office location

Nkrumah Neurosurgery & Spine

4 Ohio Dr, Ste 200, New Hyde Park, NY 11042

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Education and background

Practice names

Nkrumah Neurosurgery & Spine

Hospital affiliations

Huntington Hospital
Lenox Hill Hospital
Saint John's Episcopal Hospital
St. Francis Hospital
Long Island Jewish Valley Stream

Board certifications

American Board of Neurological Surgery

Education and training

Medical School - Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University, Doctor of Medicine
Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University, PhD in Microbiology and Immunology
Yale University, Master's in Molecular, Cellular and Developmental Biology
Johns Hopkins Hospital, Residency in Otolaryngology
Emory University, Residency in Neurological Surgery
Virginia Mason Medical Center, Fellowship in Complex and Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery
Yale University (Bachelor's)

Professional memberships

American Association of Neurological Surgeons
Congress of Neurological Surgeons
Scoliosis Research Society

Awards and publications

Dr. Nkrumah Received a Dean’s Award at Einstein and the David Everett Chandler Award at Yale

Languages spoken

English

Provider's gender

Male

NPI number

1598923773

Patient reviews

All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.

Overall rating

5.00

Wait time

5.00

Bedside manner

5.00

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Dr. Nkrumah is the most professional, warm and caring doctor I have ever had the pleasure of meeting. My surgery was perfect and I was up and walking the day after my spinal fusion without any issues! I highly recommend Dr. Nkrumah!

More than 1 year agoMF

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Which hospital is Dr. Louis Nkrumah affiliated with?

Dr. Louis Nkrumah is affiliated with Huntington Hospital, Lenox Hill Hospital, and Saint John's Episcopal Hospital.

What practice does Dr. Louis Nkrumah work with?

Dr. Louis Nkrumah works with Nkrumah Neurosurgery & Spine.

Where is Dr. Louis Nkrumah's office located?

Dr. Louis Nkrumah's office is located at 4 Ohio Dr, New Hyde Park, NY 11042.

Which board certifications does Dr. Louis Nkrumah have?

Dr. Louis Nkrumah is certified by American Board of Neurological Surgery.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Louis Nkrumah?

Dr. Louis Nkrumah frequently sees patients for Back Pain, Back Problems, Neck Pain, Neurosurgery Consultation, and Spine Deformation / Scoliosis . You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Louis Nkrumah on their profile.

What languages does Dr. Louis Nkrumah speak?

Dr. Louis Nkrumah speaks English.

How do patients rate Dr. Louis Nkrumah in reviews?

1 patients have reviewed Dr. Louis Nkrumah. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 5/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.