Melissa Rene Balbuena-Root

Melissa Rene Balbuena-Root, M.D. serves as a Clinical Instructor in Neurology (Courtesy) at Weill Cornell Medical College, Cornell University, and Assistant Attending Neurologist at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital since 2023.

Her academic credentials include:

• M.D. from Eastern Virginia Medical School (2016)
• M.Sc. from University of Southern California (2011)
• B.S. from University of Southern California (2010)

Board-certified by the American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology in both Neurology and Clinical Neurophysiology, her expertise centers on electrophysiological diagnostics including EEG and EMG applications for epilepsy and neuromuscular disorders. Her clinical work integrates advanced neurophysiological techniques in patient care while contributing to medical education through resident and student supervision.

No scientific awards or external professional relationships are reported.

Dr. Balbuena-Root actively participates in digital health initiatives including video concierge services for breast cancer patients and contributes to patient education through institutional health podcasts and the Myra Mahon Patient Resource Center.