Brain Tumor Foundation
Non-profit OrganizationsNew York, United States2-10 Employees
The Brain Tumor Foundation is a non-profit organization based in New York, founded in 1998 by Patrick J. Kelly, M.D., F.A.C.S., a neurosurgeon affiliated with NYU School of Medicine. It aims to treat the whole patient by addressing social, financial, and emotional needs alongside medical concerns, supporting individuals affected by brain tumors through a holistic approach. The foundation operates with a governance structure that includes a Board of Directors connected to brain tumor experiences and a Scientific Advisory Board comprising international experts across neurology, neurosurgery, neuro-oncology, ethics, psychiatry, radiation therapy, and research and development. Its work sits within the nonprofit sector focused on brain tumor advocacy, research, and patient support in the United States. A recent development noted in the public record is a December 2021 partnership related to the use of imaging technology to broaden access to neuroimaging services. The organization is described as a small entity, with activity centered in the New York region and a mission to address the comprehensive needs of patients and their families.