Dementia Specialists & Neurologists in Buffalo

Families searching for dementia specialists in Buffalo often start with neurologists, who evaluate brain and nervous system conditions that can include memory and thinking changes. This page lists real, NPI-verified neurologists with Buffalo practice addresses from registry data, grouped by street or area where the addresses cluster. It does not diagnose anyone, recommend a treatment, or claim that any named doctor, clinic, or agency endorses this website or any home care service.

For a wider look at local aging and in-home options, start with the Buffalo, NY care guide.

NPI-Verified Neurologists Practicing in Buffalo

The clinicians below are neurologists with National Provider Identifier (NPI) numbers and Buffalo, NY practice addresses in the source listings used for this directory. Alzheimer's disease is the most common cause of dementia, which is why families often look to neurology when memory or cognition is a concern. The CDC explains Alzheimer's disease and dementia for the public. New York ranks second among states in Alzheimer's prevalence, a statewide figure highlighted by the New York State Office for the Aging.

These names are directory listings only. Confirm current office location, hours, insurance, and whether the practice sees adults with cognitive concerns before you book. Practice locations can change even when an NPI stays the same.

Neurologists on High Street

Two NPI-verified neurologists in this directory list practice addresses on High Street in Buffalo: Michael Battaglia at 85 High St and Marilou Ching at 100 High St.

• Michael Battaglia, neurologist, 85 High St, Buffalo, NY 14203. NPI: 1295790491.
• Marilou Ching, neurologist, 100 High St, Buffalo, NY 14203. NPI: 1184815839.

Ask the office which building entrance to use and whether new-patient visits for memory concerns are scheduled at that High Street address.

Neurologists on Main Street

Two NPI-verified neurologists in this directory list the same Main Street address in Buffalo: Ashley Alex and Alexander Bader at 1001 Main St, Floor 4.

• Ashley Alex, neurologist, 1001 Main St Fl 4, Buffalo, NY 14203. NPI: 1295198331.
• Alexander Bader, neurologist, 1001 Main St Fl 4, Buffalo, NY 14203. NPI: 1720547516.

When you call, confirm the floor, suite, and whether both clinicians see patients at that location or if scheduling is handled through a shared office.

Neurologists on Elm and Carlton Streets

One NPI-verified neurologist in this directory lists a practice address at Elm and Carlton Streets in Buffalo: Ajay Abad.

• Ajay Abad, neurologist, Elm and Carlton Streets, Buffalo, NY 14263. NPI: 1639311244.

Because the listed address is a street intersection rather than a suite number, ask the office for the building name, parking instructions, and check-in location when you call.

Neurologists on Bryant Street

One NPI-verified neurologist in this directory lists a Bryant Street practice address in Buffalo: Zaheer Cheema at 219 Bryant Street.

• Zaheer Cheema, neurologist, 219 Bryant Street, Buffalo, NY 14222. NPI: 1114450335.

Confirm with the office that adult memory or cognition visits are offered at this address, and ask what identification and prior records they want you to bring.

Neurologists on Grider Street

One NPI-verified neurologist in this directory lists a Grider Street practice address in Buffalo: Yi Shun Cheng at 462 Grider St.

• Yi Shun Cheng, neurologist, 462 Grider St, Buffalo, NY 14215. NPI: 1063808889.

Ask whether new-patient neurology appointments for cognitive concerns are booked at the Grider Street site and how long a typical first visit lasts.

Neurologists on Kenmore Avenue

One NPI-verified neurologist in this directory lists a Kenmore Avenue practice address in Buffalo: Aditya Baheti at 187 Kenmore Ave.

• Aditya Baheti, neurologist, 187 Kenmore Ave, Buffalo, NY 14223. NPI: 1821818949.

Verify the office hours and whether this Kenmore Avenue location is the site used for outpatient neurology visits before you travel.

Geriatricians and Geriatric Psychiatrists

This Buffalo directory does not currently include NPI-verified geriatricians or geriatric psychiatrists because none appeared in the source listings used to build the page. The verified names here are neurologists only. Families still often work with primary care first, and may ask that clinician how to reach geriatrics or geriatric psychiatry if those specialties are a better fit. Do not assume a neurologist listing means that physician focuses only on dementia.

What to Ask When Calling a Buffalo Neurologist

When you call a Buffalo neurologist's office, ask whether the practice evaluates adults with memory or cognitive changes, whether a referral is required, which insurance plans are accepted, and what records to bring. Keep the call practical. You are gathering logistics, not asking the scheduler for a diagnosis.

• Do you see adults for memory, thinking, or other cognitive concerns?
• Is a referral from primary care or another clinician required?
• Which address should we use for the first visit, and is parking available?
• What is the wait for a new-patient appointment?
• Which insurance plans do you accept, and do you need the NPI on file for billing?
• What should we bring (medication list, prior imaging or lab results, hospital records)?
• May a family member attend and help describe day-to-day changes?
• Is the office accessible for someone who uses a cane, walker, or wheelchair?
• How will you share the visit summary with our primary care clinician?

Write down the NPI and the exact street address you confirmed on the call so you can match them to the listing you used.

How Home Support Fits With Specialist Care in Buffalo

Home support such as memory care at home, companion care, personal care, and respite care can help Buffalo families manage daily routines between specialist visits. In-home help does not replace a neurologist. It can make it easier to keep appointments, follow a familiar schedule, and give family caregivers time to rest.

If cognition or safety at home is already a concern, memory care at home focuses on familiar routines in the person's own setting. Companion care can add social presence and supervision during the day. Personal care can help with bathing, dressing, and other daily tasks when those become harder. Respite care can give family caregivers a planned break. After a hospital stay, hospital discharge care can support the transition home while you wait for follow-up neurology visits. Some families later consider 24-hour live-in care if overnight support is needed.

None of the physicians named on this page are described here as affiliated with, or as endorsing, any home care service.

Families who want research-oriented care can also look up NIA-funded Alzheimer's Disease Research Centers. That federal directory is separate from the Buffalo NPI listings on this page.

Frequently Asked Questions

These answers explain how to use this Buffalo specialist directory, what the NPI listings include, and how in-home care can support families. They are not a diagnosis or a treatment plan.

How do I find an NPI-verified neurologist in Buffalo?

Use the street-grouped list on this page. Each name includes the specialty neurologist, a Buffalo practice address from the source data, and an NPI number you can use to look the clinician up in the CMS NPI Registry. Call the office to confirm the address is still in use.

Are there geriatricians and geriatric psychiatrists listed for Buffalo on this page?

No. The verified source listings used here are neurologists only. No geriatrician or geriatric psychiatrist names, addresses, or NPI numbers were included in that dataset, so none are added.

What should I ask when I call a Buffalo neurologist about memory concerns?

Ask if the practice evaluates adults with memory or cognitive changes, whether you need a referral, which insurance is accepted, which address to visit, how long the wait is, and what records to bring. Do not expect the person who answers the phone to diagnose symptoms.

Does listing a doctor mean that clinician endorses this website?

No. A real local NPI listing is for directory use only. It does not mean the doctor, clinic, or agency personally endorses this service or any in-home care option mentioned on the page.

Can home care help while we wait to see a neurologist in Buffalo?

Yes. Support at home can help with routines, companionship, personal care, and caregiver breaks while you coordinate medical visits. See the Buffalo hub and the in-home service pages linked above for local context. Home care is not a substitute for seeing a licensed clinician.

Is a neurologist the only type of specialist families use for dementia-related concerns?

No. Families often start with primary care and may also seek geriatrics or geriatric psychiatry. This page only names neurologists because those are the NPI-verified Buffalo listings available in the source data.

How can I double-check an NPI number from this directory?

Copy the NPI printed next to the clinician's name and search it in the CMS NPI Registry. Match the name, specialty, and address against what the office tells you on the phone before you attend a visit.