Irina Gifford
Physiatrist (Physical Medicine) | Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
585 Schenectady Avenue Brooklyn New York, 11203About
Dr. Irina Gifford is a physiatrist practicing in Brooklyn, New York. Dr. Gifford is a medical doctor specializing in physical medicine and rehabilitation. As a physiatrist, Dr. Gifford focuses on a patients ability to function, and can treat multiple conditions that affect the brain, nerves, spine, bones, muscles, joints, ligaments and tendons. Dr. Gifford can diagnose and treat pain that is a result of injury, disease or a disabling condition. Physiatrists often lead a team of physical therapists, occupational therapists and physicians in a patients treatment or prevention plan.
Board Certification
American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation-Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
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Areas of expertise and specialization
Faculty Titles & Positions
- Local and Regional Lecture and Public Speaking -
Fellowships
- Einstein Healthcare Network 1990
Articles and Publications
- Yes-New York Times-Article on Pediatric Ambulatory
What do you attribute your success to?
- Irina attributes her success to hard work and dedication.
Hobbies / Sports
- Travel
Favorite professional publications
- All major medical publications, books, journals
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