Dr. Sweta Goel
Board Certified Neurologist | Founder, Prime Neurology
About Dr. Goel
Dr. Goel is the founder of Prime Neurology. She truly loves practicing neurology due to the diagnostic challenge it presents, the diverse range of conditions it encompasses, and the personal connection she forms with her patients as she walks with them on their neurological journey. She likes to take a comprehensive approach to patient's neurological health. Dr. Goel is a highly skilled and experienced neurologist who is dedicated to providing her patients with the best possible care. She is passionate about her work and is always looking for new ways to improve the lives of her patients. She has received numerous honors and awards for her outstanding achievements in the field of neurology.
Dr. Goel's Story
Dr. Goel often says that she didn't choose neurology, but neurology chose her. During medical school, she enjoyed all aspects of medicine. After graduating from medical school in India, she came to the United States for further training. She sat for the United States Medical Licensing Examinations (USMLEs) and while she was preparing and waiting for the results to come back, she reached out to several physicians to see if she could volunteer and help with their research. One of the physicians who responded happened to be a neurologist and allowed Dr. Goel to help with stroke research at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Harvard Medical School. This was the start of her journey in neurology.
Dr. Goel went on to engage in stroke research at the University of Washington in Seattle. She then completed her residency in neurology, which involved a year of internship at the University of Louisville in Kentucky and three years of intense training at the University of Texas Medical Center in Houston. She then completed a fellowship in neurophysiology at Columbia University in New York City.
Dr. Goel really enjoys clinical neurology and joined a community hospital in New York State, where she practiced for several years. She served on the quality improvement and ethics subcommittees at the hospital. Dr. Goel always dreamed of having her own practice, and that's how Prime Neurology was founded.
Dr. Goel also enjoys teaching, and to support this passion, she works as an attending physician at a teaching hospital, where she works with residents and contributes to the education of future physicians. She is also on the board of the New York State Neurological Society.
Education & Training
Medical School
Kasturba Medical College, India
Stroke Research
Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Harvard Medical School
Stroke Research
University of Washington, Seattle
Internship
University of Louisville, Kentucky
Residency in Neurology
University of Texas Medical Center, Houston
Fellowship in Neurophysiology
Columbia University, New York City
Honors & Awards
Chief Resident
Chief Resident during final year of residency - This is a prestigious role that is given in recognition of leadership, clinical skills, and dedication to patients.
Frank M. Yatsu Award
Frank M. Yatsu Award for Excellence in Clinical Neurology - This award is given to a resident neurologist who has demonstrated outstanding clinical skills and a commitment to excellence in patient care.
Excellence in Teaching Award
This award is given to a physician who has demonstrated excellence in teaching. Dr. Goel is a passionate educator who is committed to helping her students learn and grow.
Patient Safety and Quality Committee
Department representative for Resident Patient Safety and Quality Committee - This is a leadership role that Dr. Goel had taken on to help improve the quality of care for patients at her hospital.