Edmund F Lagamma MD FAAP

Summary

• Edmund Lagamma, MD, is a neonatologist and perinatologist based in Valhalla, NY, specializing in catecholamine biology, stem cell therapy for IVH, cytotoxic T-cell therapy for CMV, neonatal infections and neonatal neurodevelopment. He completed his medical education at New York Medical College and pursued fellowships in neonatal-perinatal medicine and post-doctoral training at prestigious institutions such as University of California San Francisco School of Medicine and New York Presbyterian Hospital and Cold Spring Harbor Laboratories. Dr. Lagamma currently serves as Professor & Chief and Fellowship Program Director at the Regional NICU at NYMC's Maria Fareri Children's Hospital and is affiliated with the Boston Children's Hospital Physician Network. His research and clinical interests include neonatal neurodevelopment, congenital heart disease, necrotizing enterocolitis, and sepsis, with numerous publications in reputable journals. Notable clinical trials he contributed to include studies on thyroid hormones and neuroprotection in preterm neonates. His work has been recognized with awards including the Mentor of the Year from the Eastern Society for Perinatal Research and the Stanly James Award from NYS Perinatal Association.