Dr. Marc Otten, MD, Harrison, NY | Neurosurgeon

What patients are saying

Overall rating

4.92

Average wait time

4.50

Bedside manner

5.00

“The staff was so friendly and warm, they were on top of everything prior to me going in. Ethan, an NP I believe went through all my details thoroughly with care and caution. Dr. Otten was really great. He was easy to talk to, cared about my concerns, reassured me I was ok and provided a recommendation for follow up with a different doctor. Overall, I felt heard and was given the best bedside manner- not rushed or undermined. .So grateful to have met this team. . ”

Brooke R.August 28, 2025

About Dr. Marc Otten

Dr. Marc Otten is a fellowship-trained, board-certified neurosurgeon who specializes in treating disorders and injuries of the brain and spine, both non-surgically and surgically. He also currently serves as Assistant Professor of Neurosurgery at Columbia University Medical Center. His research and sub-specialty training focus is on brain tumors and his work with patients with degenerative spine disease, intervertebral disc disease, hydrocephalus, and neuro-trauma. He treats meningiomas, pituitary tumors, acoustic neuromas, craniopharyngiomas, other skull base tumors, gliomas, Chiari malformation, and performs microvascular decompression (MVD) for trigeminal neuralgia and hemifacial spasm. Dr. Otten utilizes minimally invasive techniques such as endoscopy, laser ablation, and awake craniotomies to minimize risk to patients. He works with each patient to determine the best course of treatment that will get them back to the things they love to do as quickly as possible. Dr. Otten earned his medical degree at Weill Cornell Medical College at Cornell University, where he graduated with honors. He completed a neurological surgery internship and residency at the Columbia University Neurological Institute of New York, where he was chief resident. He then completed a fellowship at the Minimally Invasive Cranial Base Surgery Center at Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia. He received specialized training in endoscopic, micro-surgical, and non-operative approaches to brain and spinal disorders there. Dr. Otten was a cornerstone of the prestigious Brain Tumor Center team at Columbia University for eight years as well as a member of the Pituitary Tumor Center. His research on non-invasive methods for mapping brain function in patients with brain tumors to help maximize tumor resection, while maintaining optimum safety, has been published in leading peer-reviewed journals.

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Areas of expertise

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Craniotomy

Lower back pain

Craniotomy

Lower back pain

Office locations

ONS - Orthopaedic & Neurosurgery Specialists (1 of 3)

5 High Ridge Park, 3rd Fl, Stamford, CT 06905

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ONS - Orthopaedic & Neurosurgery Specialists (2 of 3)

500 Mamaroneck Ave, Harrison, NY 10528

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ONS - Orthopaedic & Neurosurgery Specialists (3 of 3)

6 Greenwich Office Park, Greenwich, CT 06831

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Education and background

Practice names

ONS - Orthopaedic & Neurosurgery Specialists

Board certifications

American Board of Neurological Surgery

Education and training

Medical School - Cornell University, Doctor of Medicine
Columbia University Medical Center, Residency in Neurological Surgery
Columbia University Medical Center, Internship in Neurological Surgery
Philadelphia University + Thomas Jefferson University (Fellowship)
Princeton University (Bachelor's)

Professional memberships

American Association of Neurological Surgeons
Congress of Neurological Surgeons
North American Skull Base Society
American College of Cardiology

Awards and publications

George G. Reader Prize in Public Health, Weill Medical College of Cornell University

Languages spoken

English

Provider's gender

Male

NPI number

1467611889

Patient reviews

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

Overall rating

4.92

Wait time

4.50

Bedside manner

5.00

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The staff was so friendly and warm, they were on top of everything prior to me going in. Ethan, an NP I believe went through all my details thoroughly with care and caution. Dr. Otten was really great. He was easy to talk to, cared about my concerns, reassured me I was ok and provided a recommendation for follow up with a different doctor. Overall, I felt heard and was given the best bedside manner- not rushed or undermined. .So grateful to have met this team. .

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What practice does Dr. Marc Otten work with?

Dr. Marc Otten works with ONS - Orthopaedic & Neurosurgery Specialists.

Where is Dr. Marc Otten's office located?

Dr. Marc Otten has 3 office locations, including in Harrison, Stamford, and Greenwich, view full addresses on Dr. Otten's profile.

Which board certifications does Dr. Marc Otten have?

Dr. Marc Otten is certified by American Board of Neurological Surgery.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Marc Otten?

Dr. Marc Otten frequently sees patients for Back Pain, Back Problems, Neck Pain, Neck Surgery Consultation, and Sciatica. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Marc Otten on their profile.

What languages does Dr. Marc Otten speak?

Dr. Marc Otten speaks English.

How do patients rate Dr. Marc Otten in reviews?

36 patients have reviewed Dr. Marc Otten. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.92/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.5/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.