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Dr. Eric Elowitz, MD

Dr. Eric Elowitz, MD

Neurosurgery*
15+ years of experience

Dr. Eric Elowitz, MD is a neurosurgeon in New York, NY and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from State University of New York Downstate Health Sciences University College of Medicine in 2006. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as NYU Langone Hospitals and Hospital for Special Surgery. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.7 Star Rating
Based on 211 reviews 4.7 Star Rating (211 reviews)

Practice

525 E 68th St # 99 New York, NY 10065
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(212) 746-2870

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Elowitz is affiliated with Hospital for Special Surgery New York, a highly rated hospital.

Dr. Elowitz is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Elowitz specializes in the area of Neurosurgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Cranial Neurosurgery Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Elowitz's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Elowitz

4.7

211 ratings, 145 with a written review
5 Star
91%
91%
4 Star
2%
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3 Star
1%
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2 Star
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1 Star
6%
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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Jeanne – Mar 15, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Sandran Waran – Mar 15, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
5 people found this helpful
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Myra Siger – Mar 07, 2021
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
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Ira Krawitz – Feb 26, 2021
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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Arthur Freifelder – Feb 22, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Judy – Feb 20, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Feb 16, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Feb 08, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Jan 26, 2021
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No results
What could be improved
No results
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Irek – Jan 23, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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L Rosenberg – Jan 08, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Aaron Pepis – Jan 02, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Dec 26, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Feigenbaum Jacob – Dec 25, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Richard Gilbert – Dec 25, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Barbara D'Andrea – Dec 19, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Carol Hartman – Dec 14, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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frank menechino – Dec 07, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Leslie Prescott – Nov 21, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Excellent doctor – Nov 09, 2020
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About Me

care philosophy

I am committed to providing state of the art care to my patients using the most advanced minimal access techniques available nbsp;I work with my patients to develop a personalized treatment plan nbsp; In general I have a conservative approach t

biography

Eric Elowitz, MD, is a board-certified neurosurgeon specializing in minimally invasive spinal surgery. In January 2010, Dr. Elowitz joined the nationally recognized Department of Neurological Surgery at Weill Cornell Medical College, NewYork-Presbyterian/Weill...read more

  • Neurosurgery

  • Neurological Spine Surgery

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  • State University Of New York Downstate Health Sciences University College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 2006

  • University Hospital Of Brooklyn

    Fellowship Hospital, 1993

  • Suny Downstate

    Internship Hospital, 1987
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Neurological Surgery®
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Neurosurgery
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Dr. Elowitz is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

  • Summa Cum Laude - Medical School, 1986

  • Young Investigator Award - Section on Tumors AANS, 1998

  • Alpha Omega Alpha, 1984

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Locations

Practice

Office525 E 68th St # 99 New York, NY 10065
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Hospital for Special Surgery

    535 E 70th St
    New York, NY 10021
    Recipient of 24
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    91%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    7% higher than the national average

    89%
    Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

    24% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Virginia Hospital Center

    1701 N George Mason Dr
    Arlington, VA 22205
    Recipient of 7
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

    78%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • NYU Langone Hospitals

    550 1st Ave
    New York, NY 10016
    Recipient of 62
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in cranial neurosurgery

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in cranial neurosurgery

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    78%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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