At White Plains Hospital, patients have access to the most advanced multiple sclerosis (MS) services for the diagnosis, treatment and support necessary for living a fulfilling life with MS. Through a multidisciplinary approach, our specialized neurologists integrate knowledge of disease-modifying therapies and the treatment of symptoms, while paying attention to the emotional and social impact of the disease.
White Plains Hospital is the only healthcare organization in Westchester that is designated as a Center for Comprehensive MS Care by the National Multiple Sclerosis Society. This distinction recognizes the center's ability to deliver coordinated multidisciplinary care to patients living with multiple sclerosis.
The Center is led by Dr. Ute Traugott, a nationally recognized MS specialist with more than 30 years of experience, and Dr. Mark Tullman, the Associate Director of Multiple Sclerosis. The team includes MS neurologists Dr. Claudiu Diaconu and Dr. Samantha Epstein.
Services available include:
- Complete neurological diagnostics, evaluation and treatment by expert neurologists
- Imaging services by experienced neuroradiologists
- Infusion therapies for intravenous medications
- Comprehensive services in ophthalmology, psychology and pain management
- A full-time clinical care nurse
- Physical and occupational therapy
- Laboratory testing on site
- Counseling for newly-diagnosed and established patients
Patients are seen at White Plains Hospital Physician Associates of West Harrison, with additional MS Center locations at White Plains Hospital Medical & Wellness in Armonk and WPHPA of Rye Brook.
