Dr. David Chesler

10/14/2025

Thank you Stony Brook for having faith in me and continuing to support me and the care of my patients.

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09/24/2025

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2025 WALK to End Hydrocephalus

10/31/2024

Today is World Spina Bifida & Hydrocephalus Day! This year’s theme, Bridging Gaps Together, highlights the need to create an inclusive society that respects the rights of people with spina bifida and hydrocephalus ( ). Many still face barriers like stigma and lack of awareness. Together, we can bridge these gaps by raising awareness, promoting inclusion, and celebrating the contributions of the SBH community. Let’s stand united in our mission to ensure equality for every individual.
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08/19/2023

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2023 WALK to End Hydrocephalus

08/05/2023

An amazing neurosurgeon and mentor to many pediatric neurosurgeons. It was an honor to have met him.

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06/23/2023

I will be walking to work towards ending hydrocephalus on October 2, 2023. Please join/support us in this effort!

2023 WALK to End Hydrocephalus

11/04/2022

Positional molding (plagiocephaly and brachycephaly) is quite common being encountered in roughly 30% of infants in the United States. While certainly concerning to parents and even distressing in some instances it is a Cosmetic issue and does not affect brain development.

Treatment early on primarily consists of recognition of the condition, repositioning therapies and the use of tummy time. Physical therapy may also be prescribed in severe cases and/or for those children also with torticolis (a tight neck).

Helmets are a form of treatment that is typically reserved for severe cases where repositioning, tummy time and physical therapy have failed to correct the head shape. Helmeting is not started before 6-7 months of age in most cases as many cases will resolve without the need for a helmet.

There has been an increasing interest in the use of positioning pillows which can be purchased from many sources without a prescription. These pillows have been historically recommended against by the American Association of Pediatrics as well as the AANS/CNS Joint Section on Pediatric Neurosurgery. Recently, the FDA came out with a strong statement supporting this stance and have recommended against the use of positioning pillows:

https://www.fda.gov/medical-devices/safety-communications/do-not-use-infant-head-shaping-pillows-prevent-or-treat-any-medical-condition-fda-safety

If you are worried about your child’s head shape, please discuss your concerns with your child’s pediatrician and consider evaluation by an expert (Pediatric Neurosurgeon).

The FDA recommends that parents, caregivers, and health care providers not to use infant head shaping pillows to prevent or treat any medical condition.

09/03/2022

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The freak accident highlights the danger of metal straws, especially for children, doctors say.