Dr. Rohan Ramakrishna, MD, Brooklyn, NY

What patients are saying

Overall rating

5.00

Average wait time

4.50

Bedside manner

5.00

“The staff was very polite,they checked in every few minutes to let me know what they was doing because it was my first time there,the Dr was very nice he told me who he was and shook my hands,he explain everything about why I was there and after he ask me if there was anything I wanted to ask,I really was happy to see how the staff and Doctor really listen to me,thanks everyone.?? ”

Venus J.March 20, 2026

About Dr. Rohan Ramakrishna

Rohan Ramakrishna, MD, is an award-winning neurosurgeon at NewYork-Presbyterian Medical Group Brooklyn and the chief of neurosurgery at NewYork-Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital. He is an associate professor of neurological surgery at Weill Cornell Medicine, where he also directs the Brain Metastases Clinic. He specializes in the treatment of brain tumors and other central nervous system tumors. Dr. Ramakrishna treats patients with gliomas, metastatic disease, skull base lesions, and pituitary disorders. He employs advanced awake mapping, imaging techniques, and microsurgery to ensure maximal tumor removal and achieve the safest possible surgical outcomes. Furthermore, Dr. Ramakrishna works with a multi-disciplinary team to ensure that the best possible treatment strategies are offered to his patients. He sees patients at the Brain Tumor Center at New York Presbyterian/Weill Cornell Medical Center as part of the surgical neuro-oncology team. Training - Dr. Ramakrishna received his Bachelor of Arts from the University of Pennsylvania, majoring in Biology and Philosophy, and was elected to the Phi Beta Kappa society upon graduation. He obtained his medical degree from the University of Pennsylvania. Dr. Ramakrishna completed his neurosurgery residency and served as chief resident at the University of Washington. He then went on to complete a fellowship in neurosurgical oncology at the MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston, Texas. Research - Dr. Ramakrishna's research interests include novel drug delivery strategies to treat malignant brain and skull base tumors using advanced polymer and nanoparticle technology. Additionally, Dr. Ramakrishna is interested in developing new vaccine-based therapies for glioma and in helping to develop new clinical trials and outcome measures to advance the care of brain tumors.

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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.

Craniotomy

Other popular visit reasons

Abnormal MRI

Abnormal Reflex

Brain Compression

Brain Tumor Evaluation

Cavernoma

Hematoma (Post Head Injury)

MRI Report - Brain

Neurosurgery Consultation

Abnormal MRI

Abnormal Reflex

Brain Compression

Brain Tumor Evaluation

Office location

NYPMG Brooklyn - Neurosurgery

515 6th St, Brooklyn, NY 11215

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Education and background

Practice names

NYPMG Brooklyn - Neurosurgery

Hospital affiliations

New York-Presbyterian Hospital / Weill Cornell Medical Center
NewYork-Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital

Board certifications

American Board of Neurological Surgery

Education and training

Medical School - University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine, Doctor of Medicine
University of Washington, Residency in Neurosurgery
University of Washington (Internship)
MD Anderson Cancer Center Northwest Houston Surgical & Specialty Care, Fellowship in Neurosurgical Oncology
University of Pennsylvania (Bachelor's)

Awards and publications

Award-winning Neurosurgeon at NewYork-Presbyterian Medical Group Brooklyn.

Languages spoken

English

Provider's gender

Male

NPI number

1144335878

Patient reviews

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

Overall rating

5.00

Wait time

4.50

Bedside manner

5.00

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32 reviews

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The staff was very polite,they checked in every few minutes to let me know what they was doing because it was my first time there,the Dr was very nice he told me who he was and shook my hands,he explain everything about why I was there and after he ask me if there was anything I wanted to ask,I really was happy to see how the staff and Doctor really listen to me,thanks everyone.??

March 20, 2026Venus J.Verified patient

February 20, 2026Nataki W.Verified patient

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Dr. Rohan Ramakrishna is affiliated with New York-Presbyterian Hospital / Weill Cornell Medical Center and NewYork-Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital.

What practice does Dr. Rohan Ramakrishna work with?

Dr. Rohan Ramakrishna works with NYPMG Brooklyn - Neurosurgery.

Where is Dr. Rohan Ramakrishna's office located?

Dr. Rohan Ramakrishna's office is located at 515 6th St, Brooklyn, NY 11215.

Which board certifications does Dr. Rohan Ramakrishna have?

Dr. Rohan Ramakrishna is certified by American Board of Neurological Surgery.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Rohan Ramakrishna?

Dr. Rohan Ramakrishna frequently sees patients for Abnormal MRI, Abnormal Reflex, Brain Compression, MRI Report - Brain, and Neurosurgery Consultation. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Rohan Ramakrishna on their profile.

What languages does Dr. Rohan Ramakrishna speak?

Dr. Rohan Ramakrishna speaks English.

How do patients rate Dr. Rohan Ramakrishna in reviews?

32 patients have reviewed Dr. Rohan Ramakrishna. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. 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.