Amy Laitinen, M.D., is a board-certified neurologist and director of multiple sclerosis and neuroimmunology at Marcus Neuroscience Institute, a part of Baptist Health. She specializes in neuroinflammatory diseases, with a focus on multiple sclerosis (MS). She is fluent in English, Spanish and Mandarin.
After earning her medical degree from the University of Vermont Larner College of Medicine, Dr. Laitinen completed her neurology residency at Yale University, serving as chief resident.
Prior to joining Baptist Health, Dr. Laitinen earned support from the National MS Society (NMSS) as a Clinical MS Fellow at Columbia University to develop her expertise in the study and treatment of MS and neuroimmunological disorders. Through her commitment to providing evidence-based, patient-focused care, Dr. Laitinen has earned various awards, including the 2023 Consortium of Multiple Sclerosis Centers (CMSC) MS Mentorship Forum Scholarship. She is also invested in education and received the 2022 Columbia University Office of the Provost Innovative Course Design award to create an interactive neurology teaching module for Columbia University medical students.
Her research on the discovery, application and efficacy of innovative therapies for neuroinflammatory conditions – particularly multiple sclerosis, systemic inflammatory diseases and neurotoxicity – can be found in peer-reviewed publications such as Neurology Clinical Practice and The Neurohospitalist.
By combining new and advanced therapies with holistic wellness, Dr. Laitinen creates individualized care plans to help her patients reach their fullest potential. As a potential lifelong partner to her patients with chronic illness, she supports them through every step of their journey. From overcoming the stress of a new diagnosis, to finding a treatment plan that accommodates their goals, Dr. Laitinen helps each patient live their best life.
Outside of work, Dr. Laitinen loves staying active, practicing yoga, cooking, traveling and learning about new cultures. She always takes time to stop and enjoy spring flowers.
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Director of Multiple Sclerosis and Neuroimmunology
The Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our nationally-recognized Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.
4.9 / 5
458 Ratings, 99 Reviews
4.9
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4.9
Provider explained things clearly
4.9
Provider showed concern
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Provider included you in decisions
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Provider discussed treatment options
01/30/2026
Thanks for your care and concern.
01/30/2026
Dr Amy Laitinin is EXCELLENT; she listens, examines, orders f/u care that no one else even thinks about!
01/27/2026
Very impressed, last time I saw this amount of care was 40 yrs ago at the Mayo clinic in MN.
01/23/2026
Doctor was excellent
01/21/2026
Very professional and understanding
01/16/2026
I could not have been more pleased with the time I spent with the doctor or the nurse. They were both exceptional.
01/14/2026
Dr. Laitinien took her time to listen to my concerns . She did not rush me. The treatment that she had recommended is being working.
01/11/2026
Dr. Laitinen is an amazing neurologist. She takes her time and is very thorough even when it's a telehealth appointment. She's very knowledgeable and supportive. She has truly made a difference in my wellbeing and under her care, my MS has stabilized.
12/30/2025
Excellent patient experience. Dr. Amy Yu was professional, thorough, and helped me understand a lot more about my MS.
12/19/2025
Dr Laitinen is always informative
12/13/2025
Everything was excellent
12/08/2025
Good
12/08/2025
This was my first time seeing this neurologist, and I was really impressed. Dr Laitinen was kind, knowledgeable, and made me feel at ease right away. I feel optimistic that she will be addressing all my concerns.
12/05/2025
Doctor was very kind and thorough.
12/04/2025
Dr Laitinen was thorough, thoughtful and informative.
12/04/2025
Dr. Amy Yu was attentive, provided great feedback, and recommendations.
11/28/2025
Excellent experience from start to finish
11/27/2025
I am extremely grateful to Dr. Laitinen for the level of care and compassion she has shown me to date. She takes her time to listen but she also asks all the right questions. I can tell by her questions alone how well she understands me and my disease. I am very appreciative of her care.
11/26/2025
One of the best doctors I have met since I have moved to south Florida
11/18/2025
Great experience
11/16/2025
Dr Amy Yu is one of the best physician I have ever had. She shows compassion, is very intelligent and makes sound decisions. I highly recommend her.
11/14/2025
She's excellent. Extremely pleased
10/29/2025
Great doctor
10/23/2025
Always a great experience with Dr Yu
10/17/2025
This doctor is just amazing
10/16/2025
Dr laitenen is compassionate and thorough. She genuinely cares about me as a patient. I would and do recommend her to anyone in need of a neurologist.
10/14/2025
I literally tried to send someone in need of a good neurologist to her the other day. I think the world of Her and her team
10/10/2025
Dr LAITINEN was wonderful
10/04/2025
She was very thorough, asked many questions and clearly explained why she came to the conclusion she did and the treatment she suggested.
09/28/2025
I felt in good hands, Dr Laitinen is very knowledgable.
09/24/2025
Outstanding, I already put my notes about my experience with the Dr.
09/22/2025
Dr Amy Laitnen was excellent!
09/19/2025
Excellent doctor
09/16/2025
Very good
09/15/2025
I always look forward to seeing dr Leitenen
09/02/2025
Dr Amy was the most caring and knowledgeable doctor I seen so far. And seeing a quite aLot
09/01/2025
Dr. Laitinen is very compassionate, caring and professional. She addressed all my concerns and really took the time to explain everything to me.
08/27/2025
They showed there concern and professionalism I loved them I think they are great
08/09/2025
Excellent Doctor
08/06/2025
Excellent doctor took the time to review all disc and show me on computer what was going on. Others have not and has taken years to get a diagnosis
07/31/2025
Very happy with my care
07/23/2025
Doctor is extremely thorough and attentive to all my needs and inquiries.
07/17/2025
I could write the same thing again and again. I'm on a few drugs right now, but everyone was great.
06/30/2025
Dr Yu has been helpful in my treatments
06/26/2025
Dr. Yu is the best and most thorough neurologist I've ever been to and because of my M.S. I've been going to one since 1988. I couldn't be more pleased.
06/25/2025
Again, the doctor was thorough spent ample time explaining everything and showed great concern
06/20/2025
Amazing
06/20/2025
Excellent
06/19/2025
Sits and talks, explains. Doesn't rush. Takes time to examine and compare to previous findings. A true example of a concerned DR.
06/13/2025
Dr Yu was as always, concerned and detailed, very knowledgeable (my MS onset 56+ years ago and I experienced interaction with neurologists in the US and in Europe). I feel extremely comfortably and safe in dr Yu'shands.
05/29/2025
I cannot remember the last time a doctor spent more than 20 minutes speaking with me about my concerns. Dr. Laitinen spent almost an hour with me, explaining my condition and the different options for treatment! She put my mind at ease and answered all my questions. She is an absolute rock star!! :-)
05/29/2025
Dr Amy was amazing. The time she spent with me was profitable for explaining my issues. She checked me thoroughly and she spoke to me and solve my problem.
05/26/2025
Dr Amy Yu is the best neurologist I have seen so far. She listens to concerns and has good treatment options.
05/19/2025
Excellent doctor, so professional and knowledgeable. Simply the best.
05/14/2025
Dr.Amy Yu is one of the best doctors I have seen. She paid attention to my concerns and she found a good treatment for my migrane. I will recommend her without hesitation.
05/03/2025
Very good
05/03/2025
Love Dr. Amy Yu!
04/27/2025
The Dr wanted to make sure I was aware of everything. She even had a little teaching session on my issue to make sure I understood
04/27/2025
It was my 2 nd visit w Dr. Yu and I couldn't be happier with her level of care, expertise and professionalism. She took her time explaining everything and answering any questions I had.
04/26/2025
Amy listened, reiterated my concerns and made my health issues w MS more manageable. Her focus on me was definitely more than I anticipated. Anyone w MS deserves a doctor like Amy.
04/11/2025
I have MS and from NY and needed a Neurologist in Florida. I found Dr. Yu on line. She is amazing and thorough with her care. I feel very lucky to have gotten her. I have also recommended her to a friend.
03/27/2025
SHE IS PHENOMENAL, BRILLIANT ,KIND, AND CARING. If every doctor was like her it would be the biggest blessing ! She has the expertise minus the ego , takes time and really looks out of the box too. I feel safe in her care ! BAPTIST DID WELL WITH THIS HIRE!!!
03/22/2025
Dr Yu's incredible.
03/22/2025
Very impressed.
03/17/2025
The best doctor I have ever encountered in my life.
03/15/2025
Dr. Yu is phenomenal. She was very thorough and concerned about my health.
03/08/2025
Great doctor
03/08/2025
All good
03/01/2025
Great experience.
02/24/2025
Extremely positive experience meeting with Dr Yu. Discussed medical situation and making follow up appointments
02/24/2025
My appointment and discussion was with the Doctor.
02/23/2025
Dr. Yu is a great listener and communicator. She was totally thorough with her questions and answered my questions with well thought out responses. I am so happy that I found Dr. Yu! Her knowledge of MS is amazing.
02/17/2025
Dr. Yu Laitinen is constantly very attentive and I feel in good hands and protected by her constant exploration both of the MS as well as applying her knowledge to my life experience with MS. The onset/diagnosis of my MS was 56 YEARS ago. Any of her patiets should feel as safe and fortunate to be Dr. LAITENEN'S as I do.
02/13/2025
Great experience
02/11/2025
I am thrilled to know there are care providers like Dr Yu who take the whole person into consideration when treating a disease. I feel heard. I feel that there is true care and concern with both a studious and compassionate approach. My experience brought me to a place of comfort, knowing I am exactly where I need to be dealing with MS.
02/09/2025
Excellent service. Dr Yu was awesome. The entire staff were awesome. Highly recommend.
02/08/2025
Dr. Yu was highly professional, diligent, and took the time to listen to my long health story. I never felt rushed, and she always gave me answers that instilled confidence in me (and her as a healthcare provider).
02/07/2025
Thoughtful and kind
01/30/2025
Dr Yu is exceptional!
01/30/2025
Dr. Amy Yu is extremely knowledgeable and personable.
01/23/2025
Dr. Yu was very thorough and informative
01/21/2025
I LOVE Dr Yu. She is incredible, and I am very thankful that she was hired by Marcus Neuro.
01/21/2025
Very attentive
01/21/2025
Good experience
01/20/2025
Dr. Yu is the best doctor I've ever had. Doesn't rush, is very caring, extremely knowledgeable and beyond helpful and very sweet! 10/10 recommend her!
01/19/2025
Dr. Yu is exceptional!!! Very knowledgeable, empathetic and simply the best.
01/19/2025
Best experience
12/22/2024
This doctor is probably one of the most caring and competent doctors I've encountered.
12/19/2024
Very professional
12/10/2024
Very knowledgeable, Doctor Yu did a thoroughly examination, explained everything very clear. I would recommend her to everyone I know.
12/07/2024
Very informative and thorough in her exam. Dr. Went above and beyond what I expected
12/04/2024
The best! Have a ready recommended Dr Yu to both other practitioners and friends
11/27/2024
Immediately brought up the history, my labs images etc saw the issues said she will take care of me will help my life get better. Yoy cant believe how she already gave me hope
11/08/2024
Answered all my questions with great concern
11/01/2024
Excellent patient experience with Dr. Amy Yu.
10/27/2024
I am so happy to have found Dr. Yu. She is kind, patient, understanding and very well informed. I can tell she is invested in my health and helping me make the best choices for myself and my family.
10/25/2024
I've already recommended
10/17/2024
Dr Yu is the best doctor that I have had. On my first visit she had already reviewed my history and all of my MRI's. She was informative and listened to my concerns. She actually spent time with me and did not ask " and why are you here?" It was a pleasure seeing her on my first 2 visits
10/12/2024
Dr.Yu proficient, intelligent, showed compassion. She was upfront and willing to help me, even though my neuropathy was not part of her field. She took the time to lead me in the direction of others that could help me with my leg pain. She still wants to help me in the future, her willingness to help with me to help me whatever the cost was amazing. I highly recommend this doctor.
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