The School of Medicine faculty is comprised of more than 1,700 active biomedical scientists and clinicians, and additional emeriti faculty, that represent the soul of the institution. Our faculty have passion for their respective disciplines and challenge students to grow intellectually by thinking broadly and advancing their knowledge through research that treats human disease and improves the lives of individuals and their communities. New York Medical College recognizes that a diverse faculty enhances the education of our students and best prepares them for service and scholarship in a multicultural society.

Sateesh C. Babu, M.D.
Professor, Surgery | School of Medicine
Maria T. Castaldi, M.D.
Professor, Surgery | School of Medicine

Umashankkar Kannan, M.D., M.B.A., FACS, DABOM
Clinical Assistant Professor, Surgery | School of Medicine

Jordan M. Kirsch, D.O.
Vice Chair of Quality, Surgery; Assistant Professor, Surgery | School of Medicine

Steven L. Lansman, M.D., Ph.D.
The Felicien M. Steichen, M.D., Chair, Surgery; Professor, Surgery | School of Medicine

Suguru Ohira, M.D., Ph.D.
Associate Professor, Surgery | School of Medicine
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Kenji Okumura, M.D.
Assistant Professor, Surgery | School of Medicine

Jared Pisapia, M.D., M.S.T.R., FAANS
Associate Professor, Neurosurgery, Pediatrics & Surgery | School of Medicine

Kathryn Spanknebel, M.D., FACS
Vice Chancellor for Student Mental Health and WellnessDean, Faculty and Academic Affairs; Associate Professor, Surgery | School of Medicine

Michael J. Trepal, D.P.M., FACFAS
Assistant Professor of Surgery, Surgery | School of Medicine

Aaron Zuckerman, M.D.
Assistant Professor, Surgery | School of Medicine