CNY Brain and Spine | Utica Neurosurgery
Neurosurgery • Amsterdam, NY
About
CNY Brain & Spine Neurosurgery PLLC is a small healthcare provider specializing in brain and spine conditions, including pain, injuries, and brain tumors. Based in New Hartford, NY, with a presence in the United Arab Emirates, they offer personalized treatment using state-of-the-art equipment. The practice operates three offices in the U.S. (including New Hartford) and employs around 5 staff, led in business development by Joseph Magliocca. Contact: 315-792-7629 or 315-792-3617. Website: cnybrainandspine.com.
Clinic Type
Neurosurgery
Address
New Hartford, Rome, Utica, and surrounding Central New York locations (Central New York Brain & Spine Neurosurgery)
Phone
315-792-7629
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Opening Hours
Monday - Thursday 8am - 4:30pm
Telehealth
Doximity for telemedicine appointments
Services Offered
Team
Insurance & Payment
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Languages Spoken
Current Offers
New Patient Special or Introductory Offers
FAQs
What services are offered by CNY Brain and Spine Neurosurgery?
The practice provides treatment for brain and spine pain, injuries, brain tumors, back and neck issues, sciatica, pinched nerves, herniated discs, arm or leg numbness, and related conditions, using endoscopic surgery, laser therapies, back and neck injections, and physical therapy.
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed
- Vitals.com (Dr. Nicholas Qandah): 4.8 out of 5 stars (484 ratings)
- Healthgrades (Dr. Nicholas Qandah): 3.9 out of 5 stars (28 ratings)
Patients praise
- Significant pain relief and life-changing surgical outcomes
- Compassionate and attentive bedside manner
- Professional and helpful staff, including Physician Assistants
- Medical expertise and willingness to listen to patient concerns
Common complaints
- Some patients have reported lower satisfaction ratings on certain platforms regarding aspects of care, resulting in a mixed average rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars on Healthgrades.
"5 stars is not enough for this team. Dr Qandah truly changed my life. I was in the worst back//leg pain of my life for a 29 year old and he completely turned me ..."
— CNY Brain and Spine Testimonials page"Explains conditions well, Found trustworthy, Felt Respected"
— Healthgrades attributes for Dr. Nicholas QandahSynthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- Minimally invasive spine surgery offered at CMH — Apr 23, 2026
- Investing in the Doctors of Tomorrow - Mohawk Valley Living — Jul 8, 2026
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
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