Center of Excellence for Cornelia de Lange Syndrome (CdLS) Cohen Children’s Medical Center | Northwell Health
Cohen Children’s Medical Center (CCMC) at Northwell Health is proud to be designated a CdLS Foundation Center of Excellence — one of a select group of institutions recognized for delivering the highest standard of clinical care and research for individuals with Cornelia de Lange Syndrome (CdLS) and their families.
Expert, Compassionate Care Close to Home
Our dedicated CdLS Multidisciplinary Clinic brings together specialists across Genetics, Gastroenterology, Child Development, and Physical Therapy — all under one roof. We work closely with our physicians across all pediatric specialists (e.g. endocrinology and neurology) at CCMC to offer additional extensive care as needed. Families benefit from coordinated, comprehensive care supported by dedicated genetic counselors and administrative staff committed to a seamless experience.
World-Renowned Leadership
Our program is led by Dr. Ian Krantz, M.D., an internationally recognized authority on CdLS with over 20 years of experience building and leading the CdLS Center at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP). Dr. Krantz brings unparalleled clinical expertise and a deep commitment to this community to Northwell Health.
Advancing CdLS Research
Our group at CCMC/Northwell and its world-renowned research institute, the Feinstein Institutes for Medical Research, conducts original research focused on biomarker development and new therapeutic strategies for CdLS. We are actively engaged in collaborative and basic translational research including sharing our data and samples from approximately 2,000 individuals with CdLS gathered over decades of research. Additionally, we have established the Northwell Genomic Health Initiative (NGHI), a large biorepository composed of clinical, genomic, and biological samples for ongoing and future research. Our research is driven by one goal: better outcomes and quality of life for every individual with CdLS.
We welcome collaboration with clinicians and researchers. Contact us to discuss referrals, joint research initiatives, or data sharing opportunities.
Partnering with Families
We believe families are essential partners in care and research. We work closely with the CdLS Foundation’s Family Services team and are committed to providing resources, education, and support every step of the way.
Contact Us
To learn more or schedule an appointment, please contact Lead Michelle Duffe MS, CGC: 📞 (516) 918-4800 📧 [email protected] 📍 225 Community Drive, Suite 110, Great Neck, NY 11021
