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Comprehensive Neurofibromatosis Center

NYU Langone’s Comprehensive Neurofibromatosis Center offers personalized and compassionate care for children and adults with neurofibromatosis (NF) types 1 and 2 and schwannomatosis (SWN). These disorders can cause tumors, which are usually benign, to form on nerves.

Care of Neurofibromatosis

Our team diagnoses and treats all types of neurofibromatosis and schwannomatosis.

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Neuro-oncologist Dr. Kaleb Yohay Examines Pediatric Patient

Our team of specialists is committed to researching better and safer treatments for people with neurofibromatosis.

These conditions can affect many parts of the body. Because of this, we have put together a team of specialists to address the challenges our patients may experience. These specialists are part of the world-class team at NYU Langone. 

We are committed to researching better and safer treatments for people with NF and SWN. We lead clinical trials for NF through the Neurofibromatosis Clinical Trials Consortium (NFTC). We are also designated as both a Comprehensive NF1 and Comprehensive SWN Center by the Children’s Tumor Foundation Clinic Network, and we see patients of all ages.

Care for children is provided through Hassenfeld Children’s Hospital at NYU Langone.

Make an Appointment

We have a nurse coordinator dedicated to helping patients and their families coordinate the care they need.

To schedule an appointment, please contact our nurse coordinator, Carole Mitchell, MS, RN, at 212-263-9695. If you are hearing impaired, please email carole.mitchell@nyulangone.org.

Our nurse coordinator discusses your needs by phone or email and determine which of our doctors best matches your specific condition and concerns. All prior imaging and medical records are requested. A social worker may contact you to assist with any special needs you may have.

Your First Appointment

At your first appointment, a detailed physical and neurological exam is performed and all previous records and tests are reviewed. Depending on your diagnosis, we may recommend additional tests, such as imaging studies and genetic testing.

The results of these tests will help determine the care plan that is best for you. Other NYU Langone experts—including behavioral and learning specialists, geneticists, neurosurgeons, orthopedic surgeons, audiologists, plastic surgeons, and ear, nose, and throat specialists (also known as otolaryngologists)—may assist in your care.