Neurology
Fabio Iwamoto, M.D.
Associate Professor of Neurology at CUMC; Deputy Director, Division of Neuro-Oncology
Dr. Fabio M. Iwamoto is a neuro-oncologist specializing in the diagnosis, management, and treatment of primary and metastatic brain tumors, spinal cord tumors, and neurological complications of cancer. He treats specific conditions including acoustic neuroma, anaplastic astrocytoma, astrocytoma, brain stem glioma, brain metastases, carcinomatous meningitis, chordoma, choroid plexus carcinoma, and choroid plexus papilloma. Serving adult patients with primary brain cancers, metastatic disease, and
25+
Years in Practice
Credentials
Board Certifications
- Neurology (American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology)
- Neurology (ABPN)
Education & Training
- Universidad Federal Do Parana — M.D.
- NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital/Weill Cornell Medical Center — Residency, Neurology
- Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center — Fellowship, Neuro-Oncology
- Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons — Neuro-Oncology
Peer Recognition
- Castle Connolly — Top Doctor
2017-2026 (10 years)
2017-2018, 2021-2025 (7 years)
2023-2025 (3 years)
Recognition & Leadership
Leadership Roles
- Deputy Director, Division of Neuro-Oncology, Columbia University Irving Medical Center
Clinical Focus
Subspecialties
Conditions & Treatments
Practice Details
Hospital Affiliations
- NewYork-Presbyterian/Columbia University Irving Medical Center
- NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital
Languages
English, Portuguese
Experience
25+ years in practice