Joseph (Joe) Safdieh
Neurologist and clinician-educator at Weill Cornell Medicine who co-authored the opinion piece 'The Core Identity of the Neurologist' and discusses the impacts of subspecialization on training, clinical practice, and professional identity.
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Jan 1, 2026 • 21min
The Core Identity of the Neurologist
Dr. Joseph Safdieh, a neurologist and clinician-educator, and Dr. Matthew S. Robbins, also a neurologist and residency program leader, delve into the challenges of subspecialization in neurology. They discuss the risks this trend poses to a core neurologist identity and its impact on patient care. The duo emphasizes the importance of preserving general neurology skills through training strategies and continuity clinics. Additionally, they advocate for a unified professional title to strengthen the field's identity and ensure comprehensive patient management.
