All 3 NYHC docs are SuperDoctors!

May 13, 2019

Drs. Lisa Yablon, Sara Crystal, and Alexander Mauskop are included in yesterday’s New York Times Magazine supplement, SuperDoctors. According to this publication, “Physicians are selected using a patented multiphase selection process, combining peer nominations and evaluations with independent research.” We thank all of our colleagues who nominated us. We will continue to strive to provide the best care for all headache sufferers who come to see us.

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Alexander Mauskop, MD
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