Columbia Neurosurgery Physicians Recognized on 2026 New York Super Doctors List

Columbia Neurosurgery is proud to announce that multiple faculty members have been recognized on the 2026 New York Super Doctors list, which highlights the top 5% of physicians in the New York metropolitan area. The list is scheduled for publication in The New York Times Magazine on May 3, 2026.

This annual recognition honors physicians across specialties for their clinical excellence, peer recognition, and commitment to advancing patient care. Columbia Neurosurgery’s strong representation reflects the department’s depth of expertise across spine surgery, brain tumors, cerebrovascular disease, neuromodulation, and minimally invasive techniques.

2026 New York Super Doctors Honorees

Super Doctors

• Gordon Baltuch, MD

• Neil Feldstein, MD

• Peter Angevine, MD

• Dean Chou, MD (First time)

• Christopher Mandigo, MD

• Grace Mandigo, MD

• Raymond Sekula, MD

• Brett Youngerman, MD (First time)

Legacy Honorees

• Jeffery Bruce, MD

• Michael Sisti, MD

• Paul McCormick, MD

• E. Sander Connolly, MD (First time Legacy)

Hall of Fame

• Guy McKhann, MD

• Christopher Winfree, MD (First time Hall of Fame)

• Sean Lavine, MD

Recognizing Excellence Across Neurosurgery

The Super Doctors program recognizes physicians who have attained a high degree of peer recognition and professional achievement. Designations such as “Legacy” and “Hall of Fame” further highlight individuals with sustained excellence and long-standing contributions to their field.

Columbia Neurosurgery’s representation across all categories underscores the department’s commitment to delivering advanced, patient-centered care while driving innovation and research across the full spectrum of neurological surgery.