Patrick Samson, MD

Dr. Juan Garisto is an Assistant Professor of Clinical Urology at Weill Cornell Medicine as well as an Uro-Oncologist and Robotic Surgeon within the NYP-Brooklyn Campus. Dr. Garisto completed his Society of Urologic Oncology (SUO) fellowship at University of Toronto Princess Margaret Hospital (2015-2017). He continued his training in minimally invasive surgery at the Cleveland Clinic Foundation (2017-2020). He had the opportunity to be part of the surgical team that performed the first single port robotic urology procedure in the United States. With a practice focused on minimally invasive treatment for urologic cancers, Dr. Garisto is the author of over 100 peer reviewed publications and several surgical book chapters. Dr. Garisto’s research focuses on active surveillance for prostate cancer, orthotopic bladder cancer models, and adjuvant immunotherapy for urologic malignancies. Dr. Garisto will be seeing patients at the NYP-Brooklyn Campus and is taking on the role of NYP- Brooklyn Site Director for Urologic Oncology.

Hasani W. Swindell, MD, is fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon specializing in sports medicine, joint preservation and cartilage restoration of the knee, shoulder and hip. He provides care to everyone from the weekend warrior, to the most competitive athletes using the most up-to-date, minimally-invasive surgical and non-surgical treatments. Dr. Swindell has specialized training and expertise in complex knee, shoulder and hip injuries including cartilage restoration, meniscus preservation, ligament reconstruction surgery and shoulder replacement surgery. Originally from Southfield, Michigan, Dr. Swindell is a former athlete and uses many of his prior experiences to effectively connect with patients and tailor treatment according to their aspirations and goals to return to activity. He graduated Summa Cum Laude from the University of Pittsburgh with a major in Biological Sciences and minors in Chemistry and Sociology. He subsequently earned his medical degree at Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons in New York, NY which is also where he completed his orthopedic surgery residency training at Columbia University Irving Medical Center. While in residency, he was awarded the Ira Wolfe Award for Excellence in Sports Medicine as well as the Kenneth A. Forde Diversity Alliance Resident Award. He was then selected to receive advanced specialized training in sports medicine, shoulder surgery and cartilage restoration at the renowned Midwest Orthopedics at Rush in Chicago, IL. During his time in Chicago, he served as a team physician for the Chicago White Sox, Chicago Bulls, Chicago Fire, Chicago Steel, DePaul University and a host of local high schools. In addition to his clinical interest, Dr. Swindell is an avid researcher and has authored a plethora of peer reviewed, articles, book chapters and abstracts. He is also involved in multiple orthopedic and sports medicine societies such as the American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine (AOSSM), the Arthroscopy Association of North America (AANA), the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons (AAOS), and the American Orthopedic Association (AOA) As an advocate for education, and active participant in research, and patient care, Dr. Swindell remains dedicated to returning patients back to their desired activity level regardless of their level of participation or their ultimate goals. His core philosophy is centered around providing the highest level of clinical care to ensure excellent patient outcomes and satisfaction.

Dr. Unwanaobong U. Nseyo is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Urology at Weill Cornell Medicine. Dr. Nseyo joined the Weill Cornell Urology department from the Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California where she was an Assistant Professor of Clinical Urology following the completion of her subspecialty fellowship training in Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery also at USC. Prior to her fellowship, Dr. Nseyo completed her Urology residency at the University of California-San Diego where she was recognized for her commitment to research throughout her training and awarded the George W. Kaplan Research Award. She received her medical degree from Duke University School of Medicine where she was the recipient of the Mary W. and Foster G. McGraw Merit Full Tuition Scholarship. Dr. Nseyo also obtained a Master’s of Health Science from the Johns Hopkins School of Public Health while she was conducting translational research at the National Heart Lung and Blood Institute as part of the Biomedical Research Training Program for Underrepresented Groups Post-Baccalaureate Research Program. She earned her Bachelor’s degree in History and Science at Harvard University. Dr. Nseyo’s clinical focus is on female reconstructive urology, including prolapse and urinary incontinence, and complex voiding dysfunction, especially in a neurogenic bladder population. She also has expertise in minimally invasive and robotic techniques for complex reconstruction. Dr. Nseyo’s clinical practice is complemented by a robust research portfolio in health services and clinical research around issues of quality and access to care among underserved patient populations. She has been recognized by the American Urological Association for her commitment to research early in her career through her selection for AUA’s Early Career Investigator’s Workshop and Urology Scientific Mentoring and Research Training cohort. She is a reviewer for several major urology journals and has a diverse publication record spanning from basic science to history. She is also an active member of AUA, serving on its History Committee, and is involved in non-profit efforts to improve the pipeline of urologists from underrepresented backgrounds.