Dr. Dmitriy V. Kolesnik, MD | Sleep Specialist NYC
Dr. Dmitriy V. Kolesnik, MD is a neurologist and sleep medicine specialist, board certified in Neurology and in Sleep Medicine by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. He is Medical Director of Vector Sleep Diagnostic Center in Rego Park, Queens, where he leads sleep studies, EEG testing and the care that follows a diagnosis.
See Dr. Kolesnik at Vector Sleep Diagnostic Center. Call the Rego Park team to book a sleep evaluation or ask a question.
Education and Training
Dr. Kolesnik’s path to sleep medicine runs through neurology. His training, in order:
- Medical degree: St. Petersburg Medical State Academy, class of 1993
- Internship: Internal medicine, Long Island Jewish Medical Center (Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell), 1996 to 1997
- Residency: Neurology, Long Island Jewish Medical Center (Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell), 1997 to 2001
Board Certifications
Dr. Kolesnik holds two board certifications from the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology:
- Neurology
- Sleep Medicine
License and Provider Number
Dr. Kolesnik is licensed to practice medicine in New York State, license number 214729, registered through April 2027. His National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1851326367. You can check both with the New York State Office of the Professions and the NPI Registry.
Sleep medicine sits close to neurology. Many sleep problems, from nighttime seizures to narcolepsy and restless legs syndrome, start in the nervous system, so a neurologist who is also board certified in sleep medicine can evaluate both sides of the problem.
Teaching and Hospital Affiliation
Since 2012, Dr. Kolesnik has been a Clinical Instructor in Neurology at Weill Cornell Medical College. He is affiliated with NewYork-Presbyterian Queens.
Dr. Kolesnik at Vector Sleep Diagnostic Center
Vector Sleep Diagnostic Center has served patients in Rego Park, Queens, since 2005 and performs 900 to 1,000 sleep studies a year. As Medical Director, Dr. Kolesnik oversees:
- In-lab sleep studies (polysomnography)
- EEG testing, including prolonged EEG of 7 to 14 days
- Sleep apnea care
- Insomnia care, including CBT-I
- Restless legs syndrome and narcolepsy evaluation
The center accepts all major insurance plans, including Medicare and Medicaid.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dr. Kolesnik board certified in?
Dr. Kolesnik is board certified in Neurology and in Sleep Medicine by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
Where did Dr. Kolesnik train?
He earned his medical degree at St. Petersburg Medical State Academy in 1993, then completed an internal medicine internship and a neurology residency at Long Island Jewish Medical Center, now part of the Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell.
Does Dr. Kolesnik teach?
Yes. He has been a Clinical Instructor in Neurology at Weill Cornell Medical College since 2012.
What does Dr. Kolesnik treat at Vector Sleep Diagnostic Center?
He leads the clinical work at the center, which includes in-lab sleep studies, EEG testing including prolonged EEG of 7 to 14 days, and care for sleep apnea, insomnia, narcolepsy and restless legs syndrome.
How do I book an appointment with Dr. Kolesnik?
Call Vector Sleep Diagnostic Center in Rego Park, Queens at (718) 830-2800, or use the appointment form on this page. The center accepts all major insurance plans, including Medicare and Medicaid.
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