Deborah Bradshaw, MD
CURRENT APPOINTMENTS
Professor of Neurology
Residency Program Director
SPECIALTIES
Neurology
Clinical Neurophysiology
Neuromuscular Medicine
CLINICAL BACKGROUND AND MY APPROACH TO CARE
Peripheral neuropathy, particularly Guillain-Barre' syndrome, Also, myasthenia gravis, inflammatory muscle disease, medical ethics and medical humanities.
CLINICAL TRIALS
A PHASE 3, MULTI-CENTER, DOUBLE-BLIND, RANDOMIZED, PLACEBO-CONTROLLED TRIAL TO EVALUATE THE EFFICACY AND SAFETY OF RELDESEMTIV IN PATIENTS WITH AMYOTROPHIC LATERAL SCLEROSIS (ALS)
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DISEASES & CONDITIONS TREATED
Diabetes and Nerve Damage
Guillain Barre Syndrome
Muscular Dystrophy (MD)
Myasthenia Gravis
Neuromuscular Disease
Neuropathy
Polymyositis and Dermatomyositis
Spinal Stenosis
TREATMENTS / SERVICES
Electrodiagnostic testing
Electromyography (EMG)
Nerve Conduction Study/Testing
CLINICAL AFFILIATIONS
Upstate University Hospital
750 East Adams Street
Syracuse, NY 13210
315 464-5764
Upstate Health Care Center
90 Presidential Plaza
Syracuse, NY 13202
315 464-4243
Upstate Health Care Center
90 Presidential Plaza
Syracuse, NY 13202
315 464-4243
Upstate Health Care Center
90 Presidential Plaza
Syracuse, NY 13202
315 464-4243
CLINICAL SECTION AFFILIATIONS
Neurology
Neuromuscular
CURRENT HOSPITAL PRIVILEGES
Upstate University Hospital
VA Medical Center
CAMPUSES
Downtown
PATIENT RATINGLearn more about ratings
Likelihood of patient recommending this care provider to others
4.8 / 5 |
Degree to which care provider talked with patient using words in clear and simple language
4.8 / 5 |
Explanations the care provider gave about patient problems or conditions
4.7 / 5 |
Concern the care provider showed for patient questions or worries
4.7 / 5 |
Care provider's efforts to include patient in decisions about treatment
4.8 / 5 |
Care provider's discussion of any proposed treatment (options, risks, benefits, etc.)
4.7 / 5 |
PATIENT COMMENTS
December 27, 2023
Dr Bradshaw was excellent. She took her time with me. Was very thorough. Her staff followed up immediately with the needed test.
September 10, 2023
Dr. Bradshaw is stellar ! So smart, and compassionate.
June 6, 2023
Dr. Bradshaw is simply stellar !She is a sterling individual...a caring, compassion, informed physician.
January 25, 2023
Dr. Bradshaw is always pt centered, thorough and compassionate. We leave the appt knowing that we have received the very best care.
December 6, 2022
I have been with Dr. Bradshaw's practice for many years. She always takes the time to listen to me and tries to come up with somethings I might try to help my neuropathy.
October 17, 2022
Awesome
October 10, 2022
Dr Bradshaw is exceptional!
October 9, 2022
My limited experiences (# of visits) has been positive in every aspect
October 5, 2022
There was nothing Dr Bradshaw said she could do for me.
August 30, 2022
Dr. Bradshaw is excellent. She has been vigilant in diagnosing my condition and in recommending possible treatments. She is accessible, friendly, and totally professional. I feel that with Dr. Bradshaw I am in excellent care and have complete trust in her judgment.
July 9, 2022
Dr Bradshaw and her TEAM are top notch! Very well prepared for my visit and questions that I had used the portal to ask.
July 5, 2022
Awesome
April 22, 2022
I've been seeing Dr. Bradshaw for 16 years and she is very good
March 6, 2022
Dr.Bradshaw is a wonderful provider
March 2, 2022
*Dr. Bradshaw is the best!
March 1, 2022
Dr. Bradshaw provides a very open and caring approach to patient care and she is always very engaged in our conversations and discussions about proposed changes or modifications to my ongoing medical care.
February 24, 2022
She is been always great in the 30 years I have see *Dr. D. Bradshaw.
February 20, 2022
Always provides client centered care !
February 3, 2022
I think *Dr. Bradshaw is an excellent physician, I have full confidence in her.
January 25, 2022
Dr. Bradshaw is a stellar practitioner who provides the highest quality of care and professionalism at all times .
December 29, 2021
Excellent.
November 23, 2021
I have been a patient of Dr Bradshaw for a number of years. She is a life saver and really listens to me when I'm concerned about a symptom and offers easy to understand changes I can make to improve the quality of my life.
November 5, 2021
Dr. Bradshaw is just amazing. She's real and treats her patients like human beings, not paychecks.
November 3, 2021
*Dr. Bradshaw is the best and most conscientious doctor I have ever had. She goes the extra mile, always.
October 12, 2021
Dr Bradshaw is excellent
August 24, 2021
Dr. Bradshaw is an excellent physician who combines superior clinical skills with a real human concern for her patients.
July 4, 2021
Dr Bradshaw is incredible. She is always very patient and understanding. She explains everything easily. She genuinely cares for her patients.
June 22, 2021
*Dr. Bradshaw & "team" were wonderful.
June 11, 2021
*Dr. Bradshaw is excellent spend approximately with me and my wife (an RN) on the phone.
June 8, 2021
The doctor spent more time with me than I expected. She was very thorough and asked a lot of questions. This gave me a very positive experience and great confidence in her care
June 8, 2021
Good
June 8, 2021
Dr Bradshaw is amazing and I've already recommended her to three people! She is so professional and knowledgeable, but at the same time, I felt like I was visiting with a friend.
June 8, 2021
I have been Dr. Bradshaw's patient for many years
May 25, 2021
best doctor I ever had
May 25, 2021
Dr Bradshaw is a true professional. She is very caring. She is very easy to talk to.
May 11, 2021
My CIDP remission stumped my DR. In the best way possible.
April 14, 2021
Love Dr. Bradshaw
March 16, 2021
Dr. Bradshaw is extremely kind and knowledgeable doctor! I am blessed to have her as my neurologist.
March 16, 2021
exceptional!!
February 23, 2021
very caring doctor
February 16, 2021
I feel Dr. Bradshaw is accessible and knowledgeable and focused on my care each and every time we interact. We have recommended her services to others over the years.
December 22, 2020
Always thorough, compassionate and caring. Patient centered and easy to talk to.
December 8, 2020
Dr Bradshaw took her time with me. She listened and discussed everything I brought up.
November 17, 2020
Dr. Bradshaw is the best doctor I have.
November 17, 2020
Dr. Bradshaw extremely patient. listens well.
November 10, 2020
Dr. Bradshaw has always listened to me very intently. She has always shown great concern for my care. I worship the ground she walks on.
November 4, 2020
Dr Bradshaw is amazing, that sums it all up for me!
November 2, 2020
Dr. Bradshaw has been caring for my brother for many years and saved his life in 1998. She is truly an exceptional provider and a wonderful role model . She includes my brother in every decision and meets him at his level of comprehension. She is both thorough and dedicated to providing the best care possible.
October 13, 2020
she is professional, compassionate, concerned, knowledgeable, detailed in her exam, explaining everything, giving options, asking for my feedback, saying this is what we suggest and waiting for my feedback, and then proceeding with care.
September 28, 2020
The best care.
September 24, 2020
*Dr. Bradshaw is the best.
August 3, 2020
Dr. Bradshaw is always very thorough making an examination and we decide together about any new problems or symptoms and how they should be addressed
May 5, 2020
An excellent and satisfying visit.
May 3, 2020
De. Bradshaw is an excellent PHYSCIAL who I would recommend to anyone for their care. she is through and patient first.
April 7, 2020
Dr. Bradshaw is the finest physician I have ever met. She has been my neurologist for many years. I trust and respect her tremendously!!
April 1, 2020
I will always recommend Dr Bradshaw before any other dr
March 31, 2020
Dr. Bradshaw is awesome...love her!
February 12, 2020
I have been with Dr. Bradshaw for 27 years there is no one better for me.
November 13, 2019
Dr. Bradshaw is the best doctor I have.
October 22, 2019
Dr. Bradshaw is a wonderful person -- kind, caring, just a sweetheart.
September 29, 2019
Dr. Bradshaw is very caring and compassionate and knowledgeable
August 10, 2019
NMy disorder is very rare and ther seems to be no known treatment for it and my next apointment is schedual fo 2 years away !!
June 11, 2019
excellent
March 6, 2019
Sometimes I feel like my issues are just too complex to cover everything, so we just don't talk about it. That doesn't really help me too much.
December 11, 2018
awesome doctor and student doctor
November 30, 2018
They don't come any better than *Dr. Bradshaw. She is the BEST & most compassionate, professional, person.
November 25, 2018
Dr. Bradshaw has spent a lot of time and concern in dealing with my medical problems.
October 19, 2018
I had a few operations in the beginning because of another ailment at University Hospital.I developed neurological disabilities. My legs kicked awful.I remember, I was sitting on my couch with one of my boys and our dog.Our coffee table was right in front of us. WE were watching tv. My older boy came and sat on the table. I kicked after a while,and he went flying and my poor leg was indented!!
July 17, 2018
In my opinion, as I've said before, the Neurology department of Upstate, is the best that you can get anywhere.
June 29, 2018
I have spinail cerebellum Ataxia SCA 14 Varient 1 which no one seems to know abought it was identified in a genetic blood test which my Dr. had reccomended.
June 12, 2018
Dr. Bradshaw's attention to detail exceeded expectations. I also appreciate her willingness to communicate and coordinate with other providers.
May 8, 2018
Due to late arrival, Appt. went over and Dr. and staff went without lunch. Dr. said sometimes this happens. But I WAS more important! Somebody should cater a lunch for them! THATS dedication!
April 6, 2018
very caring and never in a rush. Listens to all concerns with no hurried ness.
January 11, 2018
A very good provider.
November 19, 2017
Dr. Bradshaw is the BEST!!
October 17, 2017
The best!
October 2, 2017
she is most caring and helpful in every way possible.
September 12, 2017
I am fortunate to have Dr. Bradshaw as a health care provider to assist me with my neurological problems. She cares about me as a person and nt just about my symptoms. She asks good questions and offers ideas she believes will be best for my health. She is kind and respectful and she does all she can to help me deal with a difficult neurological diagnosis. I am fortunate to be one of Dr. Bradshaw's patients.
June 28, 2017
*Dr. Bradshaw ALWAYS shows concern and respect.
February 28, 2017
Amazing experience - Always.
WEB RESOURCES
RESEARCH PROGRAMS AND AFFILIATIONS
Neurology
RESEARCH INTERESTS
Painful diabetic neuropathy, Guillain-Barre' syndrome, inflammatory muscle disease.
ASSOCIATIONS / MEMBERSHIPS
American Academy of Neurology (AAN)
American Association of Electrodiagnostic Medicine
EDUCATION
Fellowship: Lahey Clinic Medical Center, Clinical Neurology and Electromyography
Residency: Boston University Medical Center, 1988, Neurology
Residency: University Hospital, SUNY Health Science Center at Syracuse, 1985
MD: SUNY Health Science Center at Syracuse, 1984
BA: Wellesley College, 1976, Biology
PUBLICATIONS
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