Neurology

Kristina Lafaye, MD

Assistant Professor, Neurology

Dr. Kristina M. Lafaye, MD, FAAN, is a neurologist specializing in neuromuscular medicine and clinical neurophysiology, with expertise in disorders of the peripheral nervous system and neuromuscular diseases. She performs nerve conduction studies and electromyography (EMG) as key diagnostic techniques in her practice. Dr. Lafaye treats conditions such as radiculopathy, difficulty with walking, all headaches including migraines, and neuromuscular disorders like those potentially l

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Credentials

Board Certifications

Neurology (ABPN)
Clinical Neurophysiology (ABPN)
Neuromuscular Medicine (ABPN)

Education & Training

Medical School: Tulane University School of Medicine (MD, 1999)
Internship: Tulane University School of Medicine (Internal Medicine-Pediatrics, 2001)
Residency: Tulane Medical Center (Neurology, 2004)
Fellowship: Tulane University School of Medicine (Clinical Neurophysiology, 2005)
Graduate: Southern Methodist University (M.A., Clinical and Counseling Psychology)

Years in Practice

25+ years

Peer Recognition

ABPN — Board Certified in Neurology
2026
ABPN — Board Certified in Clinical Neurophysiology
2026
ABPN — Board Certified in Neuromuscular Medicine
2026
Healthgrades — Healthgrades Choice
Healthgrades — Healthgrades Honor Roll

Clinical Focus

Subspecialties

Neuromuscular Medicine

Conditions & Treatments

Neuromuscular DiseasePeripheral Neuropathy

Insurance(s) Accepted

Please verify your coverage with the provider — plan participation can change.

Practice Details

Hospital Affiliations

East Jefferson General Hospital
Ochsner Health
Tulane University School of Medicine

Languages

English[2]

Conditions Dr. Lafaye treats

Insurance accepted

Frequently asked

Does Dr. Lafaye accept Aetna insurance?

Kristina Lafaye's public profile lists Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, and Blue Cross Blue Shield plus 5 more health plans as accepted plans. Plan participation can change — confirm directly with the practice before your visit.

Where does Dr. Lafaye practice?

Kristina Lafaye practices in New Orleans, LA with hospital affiliations including East Jefferson General Hospital, Ochsner Health, and Tulane University School of Medicine.

What does Dr. Lafaye specialize in?

Kristina Lafaye is a board-certified neurology specialist with focus areas in Neuromuscular Medicine.

How long has Dr. Lafaye been practicing?

Kristina Lafaye has 27+ years of clinical experience in neurology.

What is Dr. Lafaye's medical training?

Public profile training history includes: Medical School: Tulane University School of Medicine (MD, 1999); Internship: Tulane University School of Medicine (Internal Medicine-Pediatrics, 2001); Residency: Tulane Medical Center (Neurology, 2004).