Neil S Lava Emory Faculty
Neil S Lava Emory Faculty

Neil S Lava, MD

Neurology

4.9 - 738 Ratings

Emory Brain Health Center

12 Executive Park Drive Northeast, Atlanta, GA 30329
Telehealth Visits Available
Existing Patient Scheduling Book Online (404) 778-3444

About

Dr. Lava received his undergraduate degree from Rutgers University - University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey.  He completed his internship in Internal Medicine at SUNY Buffalo and his residency in Neurology at Albany Medical Center. He also completed a Neuromuscular Fellowship at University of Colorado.

His area of speciality and my passion lies in the treatment of is multiple sclerosis and other neuroimmunological diseases.

Dr. Lava moved to Atlanta from Albany, NY in 2007 to start the Multiple Sclerosis Clinic at Emory.

Languages

  • English

Emory Affiliation

  • Emory Clinic - School of Medicine Faculty
  • Emory Healthcare Network
  • Emory Physician Group Practice

Academic Title

  • Associate Professor

Year Started Practicing

  • 1979

Locations

Emory Brain Health Center

12 Executive Park Drive Northeast
Atlanta, GA 30329

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Ratings & Reviews

4.9 out of 5 overall rating 738 ratings

The Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.

4.9 Provider showed concern
4.9 Provider explained things clearly
4.9 Provider discussed treatment options
4.9 Provider included you in decisions
4.9 Likelihood of recommending this provider
5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-04-29

Good

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-04-29

Dr Lava is very thorough, detailed and answered all questions and concerns

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-04-20

My doctor is Dr.Neil Lava he's the best he talk to me like I'm a person not just a patient.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-04-17

Dr. Lava.is a wonderful provider and I am grateful that he always listens to my concerns and is very prompt with any decisions I decide to make. He always assist me with concerns and questions I may have encountered with my diagnosis.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-04-16

It was a pleasure to see Dr. Lava again, it had been a few years since last seeing him. As usual, he was professional, knowledgeable, kind, and allowed me to ask questions and give input.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-04-14

Dr. Lava is an amazing dr.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-04-10

Dr Lava has always been excellent

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-04-09

Dr. Lava is amazing!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-04-07

I always tell people how much I love my MS doctor and how I hope he never retires. Dr. Lava listens and cares. I never feel rushed or pressured. He is the best doctor I've ever had.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-04-02

Excellent care

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-04-01

I have white coat syndrome, but not when I'm with Emory doctors

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-03-24

Dr Lava Was Great Very Concerned With My Health Care, I Recommend Dr.Lava To Friends & Family, He Was Very Kind & Really To The Time To Talk To Me & Really To Find Out My Concerns With My Health, Which I Was Very Thankful For Help.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-03-20

Good experience with Dr. Lava as always

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-03-20

Dr. Lava was very kind and I felt like I had time to explain my concerns and they were all answered.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-03-14

Very good experience!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-03-11

Dr Lava is the best!!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-03-10

Love Dr. Lava! He always listens & makes the necessary changes to my medications & referrals needed.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-02-28

Very Good

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-02-27

Dr. Lava is a world class doctor and it was truly a blessing, a gift from GOD that I got him. He is always prepared; he has read my chart, test results, etc.and is ready when I walk in the door. He answers alllll my prepared questions AND, he even asks me questions about my quality of life, medications, etc. Dr. Lava really makes me feel that he cares. He is efficient, empathetic, smart as a whip(bc he is prepared). He is also knowledgeable about my rare condition and he actually listens and cares about my quality of life. I feel he has helped save my life bc he has given me hope and options when I thought there were none. Even when I talk and cry sometimes he does all of this in the time allotted and that blows me away bc if he can do it, why can't other doctors? Emory has a gift in Dr. Neil Lava, I'm not related to him at all, but I would follow him wherever he went. He is the definition of professionalism, he is the model they should use when training the "newbies ", the future doctors. I'm long-winded, but I know to come prepared, on-time and ready bc Dr. Lava will be, if my appt. Is at 6am, 7:30, or after lunch he will not change. Consistent, Empathic, Patient, Caring, Intelligent, On-time, Professional, just a few words to describe Dr. Lava and my care in Neurology.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-02-26

Thank you, Dr.Lava!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-02-25

Incredible experience with Dr Lava. Focused, highly detailed attention to evaluating my needs.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-02-21

Dr. Lava is and has always been very caring, positive, knowledgeable and encouraging. He's the absolute best!!!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-02-18

Dr. Lava is a great doctor.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-02-17

Dr.Lava was awesome

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-02-13

DR. LAVA IS ALWAYS SHOWS CONCERN AND LISTENS INTENTLY.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-02-13

Dr. Lava listens to my concerns and acts immediately.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-02-07

Dr Lava is an excellent listener and provides me with information that always helps me.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-02-06

Dr. Lava is lovely. I always look forward to my visits with him. He has a terrific patient-centered approach and I know he truly cares about my well-being.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-02-06

Dr Lava consistently provides good care.Provides information about the disease process and treatment.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-02-02

Just perfect

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-01-28

Fell blessed to have such a smart, insightful and truly caring physician.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-01-21

Dr. Lava is has an excellent bedside manner. He is very attentive to your needs and answers questions thoroughly.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-01-15

Dr. Lava is such a good listener and pays great attention that is being said. I feel as though I am definitely HEARD.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-01-14

I love this doc! He's caring, knowledgeable, and really easy to talk to.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-01-11

Doctor Lava Is excellent!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-01-07

My provider Dr. Lava is the most efficient, caring, and professional doctor that I have. He actually listens and makes me feel as is I am in the best possible hands and that he will do his best to help give me the best quality of life that is possible. I would recommend him to anyone and I wish they all made you feel seen, heard, and came prepared and actually looked at your chart before seeing you as he does.

4 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-01-07

Good

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-12-24

I think Dr Lava is amazing!!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-12-19

The Dr was listening and answer my questions

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-12-18

Dr. Neil lava is very compassionate doctor. He listens your problems and does rush patients

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-12-18

Dr Lava is always easy to talk with and very empathetic. I would highly recommend him to anyone dealing with MS.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-12-12

Listened carefully, asked follow up questions, had the Dr's full attention.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-12-11

Dr Lava is wonderful!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-12-09

Dr. Lava is an amazing, personable, and gifted physician.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-12-09

Dr. Lava always give great explanations for my care and questions asked.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-12-07

He is very thorough with my treatment and keeping track of my health and personal life. He asks about my family and my life outside of my regular medical checkup.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-11-28

Great doctor

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-11-25

Emory University is fortunate to have Dr. Lava he's the best!

4 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-11-21

I certainly would recommend other people because of the way they treat ed me with concern and compassion.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-11-19

Dr provided information that I could use.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-11-14

Dr. Lava always make sure I understand everything he informed and explained to me

4 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-11-14

Dr. Lava did not seem to know of Emory programs that helped patients to deal with an Alzheimer's diagnosis. I had to find out from a friend that these programs do exist.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-11-13

Dr. Lava is the Gold Standard of Excellence in how to make a patient feel heard, seen, and included. He is well prepared and I know that I am in good hands.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-11-11

Again, Dr. lava was very attentive. I felt that I was being listened to as I answered all of his questions and even as he did the exam, we talked about the condition and situation I I am experiencing.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-11-09

Dr. Lava is awesome . You will not find a better Doctor

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-11-04

Doctor Neil Lava is the best.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-10-29

Great provider

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-10-28

Thank you!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-10-23

Dr. Lava and his team are very professional and I appreciate all of their help!!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-10-22

Dr Lava is the best

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-10-21

Experience for going to a doctor was as good as can be.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-10-17

My Doctor is Dr Lava I have know words for him he is the perfect doctor for me so kind always listen to me

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-10-16

Dr Lava and his support staff were amazing!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-10-15

Dr Lava's deep expertise in MS was evident.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-10-10

Great experience

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-10-03

Dr. Lava was amazing, he has not completed his treatment plan due to mom being a new patient, he is going to review her images and case, present it to the neuro team meeting and call us.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-10-02

Again Dr Lava is excellent!!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-10-01

Best ever!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-10-01

My doctor and I have been trying to get some care for me with the Ocrevus infusions so we are going to try again and he's very concerned with getting that approved for me

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-09-25

Dr Lava is always a great listener and gives me adequate time for my appointment. I couldn't ask for a better Doctor than Dr Lava.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-09-23

I Saw Dr Neil Lava. I cannot praise him enough. He is kind, caring and involves the patient in all decisions. He is wonderful!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-09-23

Good experience.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-09-18

All went well, minimum time waiting.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-09-18

Dr. Lava is the best neurologist I have seen since moving to Georgia

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-09-17

Dr. Lava is one of the BEST doctors I have ever had in my life. I feel very lucky to have him as my neurologist.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-09-16

Dr. Lava is phenomenal. He's very knowledgeable about my medical condition as well as my personal life. He makes me feel like I'm the only person that matters in the moment, spending additional time explaining things to me and actually showing me my images! Please give him a raise or whatever you need to do to keep him happy!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-09-12

Dr. Lava always evaluates the test results and informs me via patient portal messages. It is very considerate of him for the patient waiting anxiously about the doctor's assessment of the test results.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-09-12

Dr. Lava is not only the best Dr but helps me understand my MS and neurological questions I have and takes my dislike for a lot of meds into consideration on my treatment.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-09-10

Dr Lava was kind, compassionate, patient, listened to my concerns, gave thoughtful answers, and was reassuring in his demeanor both in the process and knowledge of my health concerns.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-09-09

Love Dr. Lava. He always listens & makes sure to go through all my concerns.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-09-06

Good experience

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-09-05

Good experience

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-08-20

Dr. Lava is an outstanding doctor. Brilliant, thoughtful and kind. Takes his time and Is happy to answer your questions. A very special doctor. I highly recommend him.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-08-19

My experiences has ALWAYS been assuring!!!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-08-14

Excellent

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-08-13

Very pleased.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-08-13

Dr. Lava is the best. Nothing else to be said

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-07-25

I brag about Dr. Lava all the time, but most of all to my mother who lives in a rural area. I feel privileged to be cared for by Dr. Lava because of his experience and it seems that he is fascinated with Multiple Sclerosis and in turn he enjoys helping me.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-07-18

Dr. Lava was so prepared and knowledgeable about our case. It was a very insightful and productive visit .

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-07-18

Dr. Lava is an excellent physician.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-07-17

Dr Lava always has plenty of time to talk with me. He answers all my questions carefully. He thinks about me and my MS as a unique case.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-07-16

Dr. Lava saved my life. I trust him with my life. He is the best.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-07-16

I have been an MS patient of Dr. Lava's for 20 yrs. Best decision we ever made was being his patient.

3 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-07-11

I came to the provider because of his specialty. I expected more. I drove 2 and a half hrs to see this provider hoping to gain some insight on what is going on with my health. The care provider by this doctor was sub par for a specialist .I can get the same level of care from my primary physician. I don't need a pill pusher. I need answers. I need a doctor that actually will put all the pieces of the puzzle together to figure out the problem.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-07-09

Dr. Lava is always very attentive and nice. He also always listens to any concerns I may have

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-07-04

Dr Lava was excellent!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-07-04

Excellent Doctor

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-07-01

He is very nice and helpful

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-06-26

Out of all of the doctors I have or had, Dr. Lava is by far the best.

4 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-06-26

Doctor Lava is a good doctor and welcoming. He notices orders, suggests support, and verbalizes empathy. Sometimes I feel like the diagnosis and regimen becomes normalized vs discovering other possibilities. Like the numbness in my feet. I went to an neuropathy clinic and am considering the surgery to Imp my circulation. Also I understand the patient has to advocate for themselves. So Although Dr. Lava saw "no big changes," I asked to see a comparison of my latest MRI results.Otherwise, he checks for changes and the visit is usually quick.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-06-25

I just moved into area and came from having an amazing nuero doc. So it was nice to get a doc like Dr. Lava right off the bat. He got everything I said and had ideas that can help.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-06-25

Dr. Lava is wonderful. I totally respect him, and value his medical advice.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-06-21

Dr. Lava is exceptional. He is knowledgeable, considerate, and answers all questions with health explanations!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-06-20

Read previous comments, it encompassess everything I felt about the appointment, the check-in people/process, the phlebotomist, the nurse, and ESPECIALLY my doctor and my confidence in him is five star, the gold standard of excellence, that's the Neurology department.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-06-19

Dr. Lava is outstanding, highly recommended!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-06-10

Dr. Lava cares about all of your concerns and is able to answer all questions. Dr. Lava goes above and beyond and has listened to my concerns about physical therapy and actually referred me for a more detailed plan of care within the same building just one floor below his office. That's very convenient for me as I didn't know it was therapy for my need within the same building very elated.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-05-19

I cannot say enough good things about Dr Lava! He is super friendly, always explains things where I understand them, never tries to rush my appointment, always listens to everything I say! I am very grateful he was the one that was selected to be my neurologist!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-05-16

Listens intently. Was caring the NP was very attentive, listened and showed empathy

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-05-15

Dr. Lava is always kind and caring. A great listener and great clinician.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-05-14

Dr Lava is an amazing doctor he orders the treatment you neef

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-05-14

I would recommend Dr Lava to anyone. He is the best doctor I've ever had

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-05-10

Dr lava was very informed about my problem.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-05-10

Dr. Lava was extremely thorough and very kind. I left the office knowing he had a very clear picture of my daughter's condition and current needs.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-05-08

Dr. Lava has been expertly and compassionately taking care of my MS over 10 years. I can't imagine trusting anyone else.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-05-07

Dr. Lava Is awesome.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-05-07

Dr Lava is very attentive and collaborative.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-05-05

Dr. Lava has always been very attentive to my needs and understanding due to my illness. He explains and shows compassion for my concerns. I am so happy that Dr. Lava is my doctor because he attends to my need and makes sure I have what I need. He's always there on Power Chart if I need or have concerns regarding issues I may have outside of appointments.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-05-03

Dr. Lava was attentive and compassionate. He listened carefully to all the concerns and offered potential solutions and/or resources.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-04-25

Dr. Lava is excellent provider always include me in plan of care listens to my questions and provide feedback

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-04-15

Fully understood the experience.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-04-09

Doctor Lava, is always considerate, and extremely helpful/informative.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-04-09

Exceptionally kind and answered all of my questions.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-04-07

Dr. Lava was wonderful. We felt heard and he provided clarity and empathy. Our son, the patient and we, the parents were very impressed! It was well worth the journey.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-04-05

Excellent care

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-04-01

Dr Lava is an excellent neurologist. He listens well and explains everything where you can understand!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-03-30

All Good

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-03-29

Great

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-03-20

Dr. Lava is one of the most wonderful healthcare providers I've seen. He reviews your information before bringing you in the room, actively listens to your concerns, and includes you in the discussion about next steps for your care. I never feel rushed during my appointment and can easily reach Dr. Lava for follow up questions after my appointment using MyChart. He clearly communicates that he cares about his patients.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-03-08

Good experience

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-03-06

I'm very pleased with Dr Lava

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-03-04

Dr Lava is very knowledgeable, caring and listens to my concerns. He stays on time with his visits and you don't have to wait long in waiting area.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-02-26

I Sure Will Recommend Dr. Lava Any Time

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-02-20

Dr. Lava is an exceptional practitioner. He is very thorough, has a pleasant disposition and is extremely knowledgeable. He is always well versed on my past history and just an all-around great provider.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-02-18

The experienc with the physician ,as usual, was very pleasant,informative and assurance of my personal concerns.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-02-18

Dr. Lava is an outstanding doctor! He is patient, caring and always professional! I would shout to everyone that he is the best!

4 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-02-16

Dr. Lava is an amazing physician.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-02-15

Dr. Lava is the best. Trust him with my life.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-02-13

I cannot express how grateful I am to have Dr. Lava as my multiple sclerosis specialist. From my very first appointment, it was clear that Dr. Lava is not only knowledgeable but also genuinely cares about each of their patients.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-02-13

Good

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-02-11

Dr.Lava listen and very concerned about my health. He's pointing and sending me in the right direction to get the help I need for my medical issues.

4 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-02-07

Dr. Lava is a wonderful provider who goes beyond and listens to concerns and assists with detailed clarifications. If I met someone with MS, he would definitely be the provider I would recommend especially being a former Neurology/Psychiatry scheduler years ago who have experienced and had the opportunity to work up close with him and his colleagues.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-02-05

Dr. Lava is great. He listens and cares genuinely.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-01-30

Dr. Lava is the epitome of a great, caring, knowledgeable physician. Approachable and caring and smart.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-01-28

Dr. Lava is and incredible physician and my experience was very positive. He is caring, understanding, empathetic, and extremely knowledgeable.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-01-24

Dr. Lava is an exceptional physician.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-01-18

Dr. Lava has great attention to detail, is comprehensive in multiple ways, and gives me what I feel like is generous time to talk about my condition and treatment options, and I really think that's a big deal. It's comforting to me that he is my doctor.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-01-18

Dr Lava is excellent

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-01-14

Good

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-01-09

Dr Lava is the best; I would definitely recommend him to others.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-01-09

Dr. Lava is wonderful!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-12-25

That was my first time ever seeing Dr Lava but I would definitely recommend people to him he have the best mannerisms that I've seen in a long time

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-12-22

He was very nice listens answer my questions .

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-12-20

Dr Lava is the most amazing doctor. If all the doctors could be like him the profession would be so much better

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-12-20

Dr. Lava surprised me because he elects not to use a nurse to take vitals and gather preliminary information. He performed these tasks himself...this has not been the case for me for many years. Massive kudos to Dr. Lava!

4 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-12-17

Good

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-12-17

An excellent physician who genuinely cares. Grateful for Dr. Lava!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-12-13

The best experience

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-12-12

Dr Lava always listens to me and addresses any concerns I have.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-12-11

Dr. Lava best Neurologist. Always attentive and listens to concerns and provide feedback and solutions arrived at together

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-12-10

Always a good experience with Dr. Neil Lava.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-12-09

Dr.Neil Lava is the best!!!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-12-04

Have already recommended Dr Lava

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-12-03

Great experience, we did not have to drive an hour to get there.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-11-25

The care & concern I received was exceptional.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-11-21

The Dr was great

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-11-17

Dr. Lava is an amazing physician. He has the bedside manner of any physician I have seen, and he seems to sincerely care about the patient.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-11-12

One of the best neurologists at Emory and ever! Very patient oriented and extremely competent.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-10-24

Dr. Lava is the best doctor I have ever met as a patient.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-10-23

Always recommend Emory

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-10-18

All positive nothing negative to say.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-09-28

As a patient with MS, I'm beyond excited and happy to have Dr. Lava on my personal MS care team that I am creating since my move back to GA and using the Emory family. He is so knowledgeable about my disease, and makes me feel like my life didn't end with my diagnoses 3 years ago. He listens and makes sure my concerns are addressed. Thank you for having this amazing neurological asset at Emory!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-09-15

Dr. Lava cares about helping the patient to feel better.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-08-22

He is always professional but kind and really knowledgeable too.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-08-20

As always very thorough

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-08-15

I have used Dr. Lava for years and I am beyond satisfied with his servives

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-08-14

I liked Dr Lava. Going to a new dr can be stressful but he made me feel at ease.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-08-12

Dr. Lava is such a wonderful doctor

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-08-07

In the consultation I was attended by the doctor, very good treatment, very professional, he offered me interpreter service since I am Cuban and I do not speak English, it was the first time I visited that consultation and he was interested in all the details of my disease, treatment and evolution

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-08-03

Dr. Lava is the best!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-07-31

Care provider saw that I needed more assistance.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-07-30

Dr. Lava is consummate professional and caring physician. And incredibly knowledgeable and personable.

2 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-07-18

He was rude and had a very smart attitude I was about to walk out of NY appointment with him it was my first time visiting with im considering changing doctors

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-07-17

Please please please keep Dr Lava happy and healthy!!!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-07-16

Very good experience

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-07-11

Perfection

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-07-02

Dr.Lava always courteous and helpful of our concerns

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-06-29

Everything is very good

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-06-25

Very caring

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-06-24

Wonderful

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-06-21

I love Dr Neil Lava

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-06-20

Dr. Lava was very kind, caring, and had a great demeanor and patient care acumen.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-06-17

My experience Is always one of being cared for by a Doctor that truly listens and provides the utmost of knowledge to your. needs a his patient

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-06-15

Dr.Lava excellent provider and always include me in care and decision making.

Credentials

Education

  • Fellowship: University of Colorado Hospital, Neurology, 1979
  • Residency: Albany Medical Center Hospital, Neurology, 1977
  • Internship: Buffalo General Hospital, Internal Medicine, 1974
  • Medical Education: University of Medicine & Dentistry of New Jersey, MD, 1973

Board Certifications

  • Neurology, American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, 1979

Awards

  • New York State Multiple Sclerosis Hall of Fame

Professional Memberships

  • Fellow of the American Academy of Neurology
    Member of the Consortium of Multiple Sclerosis Clinics