Dr. Christopher Elder

Professor

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Biography

Dr. Christopher Elder is a neurologist specializing in epilepsy at NYU Langone Health. He directs the Clinical Neurophysiology Fellowship Program and has a comprehensive clinical practice focused on diagnosing and managing a wide range of seizure disorders, including medically refractory focal and generalized epilepsies. Dr. Elder is actively involved in clinical trials aimed at developing new therapies for patients with refractory epilepsy. His research interests include emerging epilepsy therapeutics and neurostimulation techniques such as deep brain stimulation and responsive neurostimulation. He has published pivotal works on the epilepsy drug pipeline and the use of electroencephalogram and electrocardiogram in assessing the risk of sudden unexpected death in epilepsy. Dr. Elder earned his MD from Drexel University in 2013 and completed his residency in neurology at NYU School of Medicine, serving as chief resident. He further specialized with fellowships in clinical neurophysiology and epilepsy at UCLA's David Geffen School of Medicine. He is triple board-certified in neurology, clinical neurophysiology, and epilepsy, demonstrating his extensive expertise in the field.

Research Interests

Experience

Clinical Associate Professor

2022-01-15 — Present

NYU Langone Health • New York, NY

Director of the Clinical Neurophysiology Fellowship Program and specializing in the diagnosis and management of epilepsy.

Faculty Position

— 2021-12-31

Columbia University • New York, NY

Practiced as a neurologist specializing in epilepsy at the Neurological Institute.

Awards

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Triple Board Certification

2020-01-01
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Certification in Clinical Neurophysiology

2019-01-01
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Certification in Neurology

2017-01-01

Requirements for New York University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from accredited institution Strong background in biological, chemical, physical, or mathematical sciences
Application Checklist
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  • Three letters of recommendation
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Specialization Notes

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