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Dr. Michael Ayad, MD

Dr. Michael Ayad, MD

Neurosurgery*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Michael Ayad, MD is a neurosurgeon in Brooklyn, NY and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of California in 1998. He is affiliated with medical facilities Newyork-Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital and Weill Cornell Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

5 Star Rating
Based on 17 reviews 5 Star Rating (17 reviews)

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(718) 701-4925

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Ayad is affiliated with Newyork-Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital Brooklyn, a highly rated hospital.

Dr. Ayad 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 ExpertiseDr. Ayad specializes in the area of Neurosurgery. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions WellPatients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Practices at Top HospitalPatient Safety Excellence Award™ See hospitals
  • TrustworthyPatients said this doctor is trustworthy. See reviews

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Dr. Ayad's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Ayad

5.0

17 ratings, 5 with a written review
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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
2 people found this helpful
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Melissa – Nov 07, 2022
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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
2 people found this helpful
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Martin Fuchs – Mar 09, 2022
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Nov 12, 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
5 people found this helpful
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Ellen in none – Jul 03, 2018
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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
7 people found this helpful
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JoAnn Ryan in Staten Island, NY – Sep 23, 2016
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biography

Dr. Michael Ayad is the Director of Cerebrovascular and Endovascular Neurosurgery at NewYork-Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital. He is board-certified in neurosurgery and holds two U.S. patents for neurosurgical devices used in the operating...read more
  • Neurosurgery

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  • Vanderbilt University

    Fellowship Hospital, 2005
  • George Washington University Hospital

    Residency Hospital, 1999
  • University Of California

    Medical School, 1998
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Neurological Surgery®
Neurosurgery
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Dr. Ayad is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Newyork-Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital

      506 6th St
      Brooklyn, NY 11215
      Recipient of 17
      hospital awards

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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

      81%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      3% lower than the national average

      75%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      1% lower than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    • Weill Cornell Medical Center

      525 E 68th St
      New York, NY 10065
      Recipient of 5
      hospital awards
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