Dr. Fabio Danisi, MD


Physician
Neurology

Specialty

Movement Disorders

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MidHudson Neurosciences of Westchester Medical Center
19 Baker Ave
Suite 301
Poughkeepsie, New York 12601
For an appointment, call 845-483-5951
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Medical Expertise of Dr. Fabio Danisi, MD

Dr. Danisi specializes in the diagnosis, treatment and management of Movement disorders, such as Parkinson's disease, Tremor, Huntington's Chorea, Dystonia (cervical dystonia, blepharospasm), and Spasticity. He performs procedures, including botulinum toxin injections, intrathecal baclofen pump management, and Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS).

About Dr. Fabio Danisi, MD

Dr. Fabio Danisi is a board-certified neurologist providing care to patients in the Hudson Valley since 2002.

Dr. Danisi is a principal investigator for several clinical research trials in the fields of Parkinson's disease and Dystonia, and has published book chapters and peer-reviewed original articles on these topics.

Hudson Valley Magazine has listed Dr. Danisi as one of the area’s “100 Top Doctors” each of the past three years. In addition, he annually organizes “Hudson Valley Movement Disorder Education Day” in the community.

 

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Education & Training

  • Medical School: University of Rome School of Medicine Rome, Italy
  • Neurology Residency: Mount Sinai Medical Center, New York City
  • Fellowship: Mount Sinai Medical Center

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