Ami Patel, MD

Weill Cornell Neurology at Lower Manhattan is a leading clinical and medical research center located in New York, NY. Their team of highly skilled neurologists provides compassionate and personalized care for patients with brain and spine disorders, including stroke, epilepsy, headaches, neuropathy, and sleep conditions. With a commitment to clinical excellence, Weill Cornell Neurology offers a wide range of services to meet the needs of downtown Manhattan and surrounding communities. As part of Weill Cornell Medical College, one of the top-ranked medical research centers in the country, their neurologists are at the forefront of advancements in neurological care. Patients can expect exceptional care and expertise from their team of specialists, who are dedicated to improving the lives of individuals with neurological conditions. Whether it's diagnosing and treating complex disorders or providing ongoing management and support, Weill Cornell Neurology is committed to delivering the highest level of care to their patients.Generated from the website

Joanna K. Weeks, M.D., is a radiologist specializing in Interventional Radiology and Nuclear Medicine Imaging and Therapy. She is an Assistant Professor of Clinical Radiology at Weill Cornell Medicine in the Division of Interventional Radiology and an Assistant Attending Radiologist at the New York-Presbyterian Hospital-Weill Cornell. Dr. Weeks joined the Weill Cornell faculty in 2024 after completing her residency and fellowships in Interventional Radiology and Nuclear Medicine Imaging and Therapy at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia. She served as Chief Fellow in Nuclear Radiology from 2022 to 2023. In 2023, she was recognized for her commitment to delivering patient-centered care with the Pendergrass Quality & Safety Award. In 2024, she received a POWERS Award for her exemplary work advancing the status of women in radiology. She earned her M.D. from Columbia University College of Physicians & Surgeons in 2018 and completed her internship at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in 2019.Dr. Weeks is passionate about providing patient-centered care in radiology. She is interested in establishing longitudinal care relationships with patients, especially in oncology, oncology-related pain, lymphatics, portal hypertension, and dialysis access. Her research interests in nuclear imaging include novel tracers in oncology and lymphatics and hybrid approaches to care utilizing non-invasive infusion and interventional techniques. She is actively involved in teaching and mentorship and in advancing the goals of diversity, equity, and inclusion in medicine.

Dr. Christina Shayevitz received her B.A. degree from University of California, San Diego in 2008, on the Dean’s Honor Roll. She wished for change in seasons and snow, and moved to Syracuse, New York where she attended SUNY Upstate Medical University. Following the completion of her medical degree, she attended residency in Adult Psychiatry at Mount Sinai Beth Israel where she also served as the Co-Chair of the MSBI House Staff Committee. She fell in love with fast-pace and multicultural New York, and stayed for a fellowship in Consultation-Liaison Psychiatry at NYU/Bellevue Hospital. Dr. Shayevitz also completed the Psychodynamic Therapy Certification Course provided by the New York Medical College Psychoanalytic Program. She now resides in Financial District and is happy to be a part of the Consultation-Liaison Service at the lower Manhattan campus.