Dr. Cassandra Kazl

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Biography

Cassandra Kazl, MD, is a board-certified pediatric neurologist specializing in Pediatric Epilepsy at NYU Langone Health. She is a clinical assistant professor in neurology at NYU Grossman School of Medicine and an integral member of the Comprehensive Epilepsy Center. Dr. Kazl provides comprehensive and compassionate care to children with epilepsy, employing a collaborative, empathetic approach. She specializes in the diagnosis and management of various seizure disorders, including infantile spasms, neonatal epilepsy, and Sturge-Weber syndrome. Her expertise includes video-EEG interpretation and long-term monitoring, abilities that allow for tailored treatment plans based on patients' unique needs. She is also involved in pediatric epilepsy surgery evaluations and management, particularly for intractable epilepsies. Dr. Kazl completed her fellowship in clinical neurophysiology at NYU School of Medicine and her residency in child neurology at Boston Medical Center. With a strong foundation in patient advocacy, she works closely with multidisciplinary teams to provide coordinated care. Inspired by her experiences and the desire to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and their families, she strives to offer expert medical care with compassion, aiming to reassure and empower the families she serves.

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Requirements for New York University

Doctorate Program
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Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from accredited institution Strong background in biological, chemical, physical, or mathematical sciences
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Specialization Notes

Open Program in Biomedical Sciences (Vilcek Institute) covers departments like Biochemistry, Pathology, Neuroscience, Microbiology, etc.