Dr. Matthew E Spotnitz M.D.

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Evan Spotnitz, MD, MPH is a post-doctoral research fellow at Columbia University Irving Medical Center. His career in medicine began in 2010 when he graduated with his Medical Degree from the Columbia University College Of Physicians And Surgeons. After medical school, Dr. Spotnitz completed his internship with the New York Medical College, followed by his residency with Albert Einstein College of Medicine in New York City and Milton S. Hershey/Penn State Medical Center in Pennsylvania. Driven to further his expertise and knowledge, he undertook his further training at the Harvard School of Public Health. He is currently completing his post-doctoral research fellow at Columbia University Irving Medical Center Dr. Spotnitz has dedicated his life to delivering compassionate care. He is determined to enhance his patients’ quality of life, providing high quality, individualized care in order to ensure the most optimal results. With a passion for his work, Dr. Spotnitz is noted for his expertise in radiology and surgery. Dr. Spotnitz keeps current with the newest developments, guidelines, and procedures in his field.

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