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Rory Siegel, DO

Specialties:

Stroke Rehabilitation, Concussion Management, Brain Injury Medicine, and Spasticity Management
  • Outpatient Physician
  • Inpatient Physician

Call (914) 597-2332

Accepting new patients.

Dr. Rory Siegel has expertise in the management of patients with traumatic brain injuries, concussion, strokes, and spasticity. His clinical skills include managing the physical and cognitive side-effects of traumatic brain injuries and concussions as well as botulinum toxin injections for spasticity.

Dr. Siegel received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Burrell College of Osteopathic Medicine. He completed his Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation residency at Mercy Hospital in Rockville Centre, NY, followed by a fellowship in Brain Injury Medicine at Burke Rehabilitation Hospital.

Dr. Siegel is an active member of the American Academy of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (AAPMR) and Brain Injury Association of New York State (BIANYS), where he has presented lectures on various topics within brain injury medicine. He is also published in the Current Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Reports.

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Gender:

Male

Languages:

English and Spanish

Areas of Interest

Neurorehabilitation, Traumatic Brain Injury Medicine, Concussion Management, Brain Cancer Rehabilitation, Spasticity Management

Experience

Year began practicing: 2025

Year joined staff: 2025

Education

2011-2025, The College of William and Mary, Williamsburg, VA, Bachelor of Science: Kinesiology & Health Sciences, Pre-Medical Concentration 2011-2025, The College of William and Mary, Williamsburg, VA, Bachelor of Arts: Hispanic Studies 2016-2020, Burrell College of Osteopathic Medicine, Las Cruces, NM, Osteopathic Medicine

Residency

2021-2024, Mercy Hospital / Good Samaritan University Hospital, Rockville Centre, NY, Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation

Fellowship

2024-2025, Burke Rehabilitation Hospital, Brain Injury Medicine

Internships

2020-2021, University of Kentucky at Bowling Green

Publications

  • Erika Trovato, DO, Rory Siegel, DO, Julieanne Shulman, Psy D, Kenia Maldonado Vergara, DO. Cognitive and Behavioral Dysfunction; Role of Neuropsychology in Rehabilitation Care. 2025, June 5. https://now.aapmr.org/cognitive-behavioral-neuropsychological-testing/#references 
  • Siegel, R.J., Trovato, E.L. Scales and Outcome Measures in Brain Injury Patients. Curr Phys Med Rehabil Rep 13, 13 (2025). https://doi.org/10.1007/s40141-025-00483-9
  • Siegel RJ, Schloss MG, Gray J. Refractory Autonomic Instability in Mild Traumatic Brain Injury: A Case Report. Cureus. 2024 Mar 6;16(3):e55634. doi: 10.7759/cureus.55634. PMID: 38586798; PMCID: PMC10996435.

Presentations

  • Rory Siegel, DO, Sophia Antimisiaris, DO, MPH, Preetveer Kaur, DO, MS, Christine Mathew, MD, “Time’s Up! Improving Restrain Renewal Compliance”. Poster presented at 22nd Annual Doctors’ Recognition Day; Bronx, NY
  • Song, T., Siegel, R., Stimler-Levy, L., “Management of Femoral and Ilioinguinal Neuropathy due to Iliacus Hematoma in Patient on Chronic Anticoagulation: A Case Report”. Poster presented at AAPMR 2023 Conference; New Orleans, LA
  • Anastasia Schuldt, MD; Rory Siegel, DO; Evan Gleaves, DO; Natasha Rasool, MD; Doug McElroy, PhD; Vineet Patel, PharmD, Avinash Aravantagi, MD; Suman Shekar, MD. Post-Thromboembolism Direct Oral Anticoagulant Use in an Obese Population: A Comparison of Treatment Failure and Gastrointestinal Bleed Among BMI Groups. Poster presented at Research Day presented by WKHL at Med Center Health 2021; Bowling Green, KY
  • E. Fryman (MS3), Dr. K. Pfirman, Dr. J. Haider, Dr. R. Siegel, Dr. Dawson (May 2021). Guideline-Directed Medical Therapy Outcomes in a Community Heart Failure Clinic. Poster presented at Research Day presented by WKHL at Med Center Health 2021; Bowling Green, KY
  • Wolbers, M., Margaria, B., Hanka, E., Javadi, S., Liao, V., Reyes, S., Richardson, S., Roque, R., Siegel, R., Wu, M.. (March, 2017). Regularly Applied Lymphatic Pump Techniques Reduced Duration of Upper Respiratory Tract Infections. Poster presented at: AAO Convocation 2018; Dallas, TX & BCOM Medical Student Research Day 2018; Las Cruces, NM

Professional Talks: 

  • Siegel, R. Rivetz, J. Cognitive Changes & Dementia after Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI). Presented at BIANYS nAnual Conference. 2026, June 11 

  • Siegel, R. Trovato, E. Exercise: The Lifelong Treatment After Brain Injury. Presented at BIANYS Annual Conference. 2025, June 12 

  • Siegel, R. Clinical Manifestations of Anoxic Brain Injury. Presented at BIANYS Symposium at NYU. 2025, March 01 

Media Appearance

Invited Professional Talks

  • Siegel, R. Rivetz, J. Cognitive Changes & Dementia after Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI). Presented at BIANYS Annual Conference. 2026, June 11 
  • Siegel, R. Trovato, E. Exercise: The Lifelong Treatment After Brain Injury. Presented at BIANYS Annual Conference. 2025, June 12
  • Siegel, R. Clinical Manifestations of Anoxic Brain Injury. Presented at BIANYS Symposium at NYU. 2025, March 01         

Professional Memberships

American Academy of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (AAPMR)

Brain Injury Association of New York State (BIANYS)

Approach to Care

Dr. Siegel prides himself on taking a comprehensive approach to caring for patients who have suffered a traumatic brain injury, stroke, concussion, or other injuries. His focus is on helping his patients to optimize their function and medical care, while providing guidance and encouragement through their rehabilitation journey. 

What can patients expect during an appointment?

Patients can expect a thorough assessment of their condition, symptoms, and individual needs. Dr. Siegel works with each patient to develop care plans that are patient-driven, well-informed, and all-encompassing.