The 20 Best Awake Craniotomy Doctors near Charleston, SC

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 12 doctor with experience in Awake Craniotomy near Charleston, SC. Of these, 9 are Experienced and 3 are Advanced.

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    Advanced in Awake Craniotomy
    Advanced in Awake Craniotomy

    MUSC Health Neurosurgery At Hollings Cancer Center

    86 Jonathan Lucas St, 2nd Floor, 3rd Floor, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. William Vandergrift is an associate professor in the Department of Neurosurgery at MUSC. He trained at the Medical University of South Carolina for neurosurgical residency and at the John Wayne Cancer Institute in Santa Monica, California, for fellowship in minimally invasive brain surgery. His medical school training was completed at the Medical College of Georgia in Augusta. He has a mechanical engineering degree from the Georgia Institute of Technology.Dr. Vandergrift takes care of patients with brain and spine disorders. He has a special interest in brain tumors and skull base surgery for tumors including pituitary tumors, acoustic neuromas, meningiomas and gliomas. He also works with the epilepsy team to perform surgery for intractable epilepsy including laser ablations, open resections and vagal nerve stimulators. Dr. Vandergrift is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Awake Craniotomy. He is also highly rated in 47 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Meningioma, Olfactory Neuroblastoma, Sinus Cancer, Awake Craniotomy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Vandergrift is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Awake Craniotomy
    Neurosurgery
    Advanced in Awake Craniotomy
    Neurosurgery

    MUSC Health University Medical Center

    169 Ashley Ave, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Stephen Lowe is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Lowe is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Awake Craniotomy. He is also highly rated in 43 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Glioma, Meningioma, Ependymoma, Awake Craniotomy, and Laminectomy.

    Experienced in Awake Craniotomy
    Experienced in Awake Craniotomy

    MUSC Health Neurosurgery At University Medical Center Extension

    165 Ashley Avenue, 165 Ashley Avenue, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Experience:
    21+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Alejandro M. Spiotta is a Professor of Neurosurgery \& Neuroendovascular surgery, Vice Chair of Neurosurgery, and Chief of Neuroendovascular Surgery. Dr. Spiotta received his M.D. from the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine in 2005, and his undergraduate degree in molecular biology from the University of Pennsylvania College of Arts and Sciences in 2001. He completed an internship in General Surgery, residency in Neurological Surgery, and fellowship in Neuroendovascular Surgery at the Cleveland Clinic.Dr. Spiotta is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery and is a member of numerous professional and scientific societies including the Congress of Neurological Surgeons, Society of Neurointerventional Surgery, and the American Association of Neurological Surgeons. He reviews manuscript submissions for numerous peer reviewed journals, is an associate editor for several journals,Dr. Spiotta's research focus is outcomes research in cerebrovascular disease, device development, implementation of endovascular simulation as training tools among residents and fellows, as well as novel training paradigms for Neurosurgery residents. He is the founder and Principal Investigator of STAR (Stroke Thrombectomy and Aneurysm Registry),Dr. Spiotta's clinical interests are Vascular Neurosurgery and Neuroendovascular Surgery. He specializes in acute stroke thrombectomy, aneurysm coiling and microsurgical clipping, arteriovenous malformations, carotid stenosis. Dr. Spiotta is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Awake Craniotomy. He is also highly rated in 23 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Stroke, Brain Aneurysm, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Thrombectomy, and Endovascular Embolization. Dr. Spiotta is currently accepting new patients.

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    Advanced in Awake Craniotomy
    Neurosurgery
    Advanced in Awake Craniotomy
    Neurosurgery

    Institute For Applied Neurosciences

    96 Jonathan Lucas St, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Nathan Rowland is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Rowland is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Awake Craniotomy. He is also highly rated in 23 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Parkinson's Disease, Astrocytoma, Glioblastoma, Deep Brain Stimulation, and Sacral Nerve Stimulation.

    Experienced in Awake Craniotomy
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Awake Craniotomy
    Neurosurgery

    Institute For Applied Neurosciences

    96 Jonathan Lucas St, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Abhay Varma is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Varma is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Awake Craniotomy. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Glioblastoma, Astrocytoma, Embryonal Tumor with Multilayered Rosettes, Laminectomy, and Awake Craniotomy.

    Experienced in Awake Craniotomy
    Experienced in Awake Craniotomy

    Institute For Applied Neurosciences

    96 Jonathan Lucas St, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Istvan Takacs is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Takacs is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Awake Craniotomy. He is also highly rated in 27 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Posterior Fossa Tumor, Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET), Acoustic Neuroma, Deep Brain Stimulation, and Gamma Knife Radiosurgery.

    Experienced in Awake Craniotomy
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Awake Craniotomy
    Neurosurgery

    Institute For Applied Neurosciences

    96 Jonathan Lucas St, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Byron Bailey is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Bailey is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Awake Craniotomy. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Scoliosis, Posterior Fossa Tumor, Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET), Microdiscectomy, and Herniated Disc Surgery.

    Experienced in Awake Craniotomy
    Experienced in Awake Craniotomy

    MUSC University Hospital

    171 Ashley Ave, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Scott Lindhorst is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Lindhorst is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Awake Craniotomy. He is also highly rated in 44 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Astrocytoma, Glioblastoma, Glioma, Brain Tumor, and Awake Craniotomy.

    Experienced in Awake Craniotomy
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Awake Craniotomy
    Neurosurgery

    Ralph H Johnson VA Medical Center

    109 Bee St, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    David Semenoff is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Semenoff is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Awake Craniotomy. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Split Spinal Cord Malformation, Meningioma, Cervical Spondylosis, Invertebral Disc Disease, and Awake Craniotomy.

    Experienced in Awake Craniotomy
    Experienced in Awake Craniotomy

    MUSC Health Neurosurgery At East Cooper Medical Pavilion

    1600 Midtown Ave, 1st Floor, 
    Mount Pleasant, SC 
     (5.8 miles away)
    Experience:
    21+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Stephen Kalhorn is a Professor of Neurosurgery at MUSC and is board-certified. He trained at NYU Langone Medical Center and completed an enfolded minimally invasive and complex spine surgery fellowship at NYU Langone Medical Center, Bellevue Hospital, and the Manhattan VA.Dr. Kalhorn takes care of adult patients with brain, spinal cord, and spinal column disorders, including brain tumors, spinal tumors, and degenerative, infectious, iatrogenic, and traumatic conditions affecting the spine, such as back pain, neck pain, spine fractures, and scoliosis. He is particularly interested in adult spinal deformity, thoracic disk herniations, and SI joint dysfunction.Dr. Kalhorn takes care of adult patients with brain, spinal cord, and spinal column disorders, including brain tumors, spinal tumors, and degenerative, infectious, iatrogenic, and traumatic conditions affecting the spine, such as back pain, neck pain, spine fractures, and scoliosis. He is particularly interested in adult spinal deformity, thoracic disk herniations, and SI joint dysfunction. His specialties also include endoscopic spine surgery.View video below: Dr. Stephen Kalhorn, Director of MUSC Health's Spine Center, discusses the multidisciplinary team of spine experts who ensure the best possible outcomes for your spine needs. Dr. Kalhorn is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Awake Craniotomy. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Subdural Hematoma, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Spinal Stenosis, Laminectomy, and Microdiscectomy. Dr. Kalhorn is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Awake Craniotomy
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Awake Craniotomy
    Neurosurgery

    Roper St. Francis Physicians Network

    2145 Henry Tecklenburg Dr Ste 220, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (9.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Robert Stuart is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Stuart is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Awake Craniotomy. He is also highly rated in 19 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cervical Myelopathy, Cervical Spondylosis, Posterior Fossa Tumor, Microdiscectomy, and Herniated Disc Surgery.

    Experienced in Awake Craniotomy
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Awake Craniotomy
    Neurosurgery

    Roper St. Francis Physicians Network

    2145 Henry Tecklenburg Dr Ste 220, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (9.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Matthew Neal is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Neal is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Awake Craniotomy. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cervical Myelopathy, Spinal Stenosis, Scoliosis, Microdiscectomy, and Herniated Disc Surgery.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    When should I see an Awake Craniotomy doctor near Charleston, SC?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing an Awake Craniotomy doctor near Charleston, SC?

    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

    How does MediFind rank Awake Craniotomy doctors near Charleston, SC?

    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by Awake Craniotomy doctors near Charleston, SC?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with an Awake Craniotomy doctor near Charleston, SC?

    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Awake Craniotomy doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Awake Craniotomy doctor?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with an Awake Craniotomy doctor near Charleston, SC?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my Awake Craniotomy doctor?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Awake Craniotomy doctor may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female Awake Craniotomy doctors near Charleston, SC?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Awake Craniotomy doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find an Awake Craniotomy doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Awake Craniotomy doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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