What we specialize in at The Preston Robert Tisch Brain Tumor Center is compassionate care – we take care of our patients. It’s complete care. The patients don’t have to go out and find a radiologist. We have the radiation oncologist, the chemotherapy, the surgery, the radiology, we have all kinds of nursing people as well as help getting physical therapy and getting in-the-home assistance. Patients also can expect cutting-edge care because we run such a terrific science program here. I really like working with the patients. No question about it. It’s not that I’m doing some trivial procedure six times a day. When someone comes in with a brain tumor, there’s usually some bonding, and instead of running away from that, I really enjoy it. Dr. Friedman is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Abscess. His top areas of expertise are Astrocytoma, Glioma, Glioblastoma, Awake Craniotomy, and Laminectomy.

I treat spine and movement disorders. My favorite part of my job is seeing my patients benefit from procedures that improve their quality of life. I also enjoy the integration of research into clinical practice and learning how research can benefit future generations. I spent seven years at the University of Minnesota before coming to Duke. I’ve been at Duke now for more than 25 years. Duke offers a number of things from performing ordinary, common procedures very well to successfully taking on very complex procedures all in the same day. Outside of work, I enjoy cycling and traveling with my wife. Dr. Turner is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Abscess. His top areas of expertise are Parkinson's Disease, Essential Tremor, Movement Disorders, Deep Brain Stimulation, and Vagotomy.

I specialize in skull base tumors, certain vascular tumors that affect the brain, brain aneurysms, and strokes. Skull base tumors usually occur in a hard-to-reach area where there are a lot of sensitive structures. I have devoted many hours to perfecting my technical skills and my surgical approaches. Skull base tumors tend not to be malignant, so if you can remove the tumor cleanly, you can cure the patient. It's thrilling to be able to reassure the patient and family that they don't have to worry about this disease anymore. Having these conditions can be a scary time in patients’ lives, and I have committed myself to helping them through the process. It's also important to be able to perform surgery in a setting where the patient has the best likelihood of a good outcome. That's what makes Duke stand out: We do rare things frequently and, as a result, we're quite good at them. Dr. Zomorodi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Abscess. His top areas of expertise are Brain Aneurysm, Acoustic Neuroma, Schwannoma, Endovascular Embolization, and Cerebral Artery Bypass Surgery.

I am interested in both outpatient and inpatient care of patients with a wide variety of neurological disorders including a focus on sports neurology and sports concussion, general neurology, and autoimmune disorders such as multiple sclerosis (MS), neuromyelitis optica (NMO), sarcoidosis, vasculitis and chronic inflammatory demyelinating peripheral neuropathy. At Duke, we have talented neurology residents and fellows as well as advanced practice providers who help to provide excellent care. It is a big plus for patients to have these additional talented people thinking about their care. Thanks for considering Duke for your neurological care. Dr. Morgenlander is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Abscess. His top areas of expertise are Seizures, Peripheral Neuropathy, Rasmussen Encephalitis, and Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis.

I specialize in the treatment of brain tumors and spinal disorders. I am a native of North Carolina and after spending time in military service, I have returned to provide care at Duke because I believe the people and assets here are dedicated to providing the best possible neurological care. I was drawn to the field of neurosurgery after my own family's experience with a brain tumor. I know firsthand that in the treatment of neurological disease, compassionate communication and joint decision-making with each patient is as important as the surgical procedure. I aim to bring up-to-date methods and treatments as part of a multi-disciplinary approach to help each patient deal with their illness. I also promise to help each individual understand all aspects of their care with the most honest and straightforward guidance that I can provide. In my spare time, I am very active in the outdoors of North Carolina as I enjoy spending time with my wife and four children. Dr. Cook is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Abscess. His top areas of expertise are Meningioma, Subdural Hematoma, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Awake Craniotomy, and Sacral Nerve Stimulation.

I am a neurosurgeon with a passionate interest in taking care of patients with brain tumors. I am committed to providing both excellent clinical care, ensuring that I am doing everything I can to better understand brain tumors, and finding better ways to treat them through laboratory research. From a surgical perspective, I believe in having a strong grounding in traditional techniques such as microsurgery and using cutting-edge methods and minimally invasive approaches to give patients the best outcomes with less risk. I also believe that being diagnosed with a brain tumor is the hardest thing a patient and their family can go through, and it is my role to help guide them through this process step by step, making sure they are as knowledgeable and comfortable with the situation as possible. Nothing makes me happier than when patients and their families tell me that they are relieved and reassured after our visit together. Dr. Patel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Abscess. His top areas of expertise are Glioblastoma, Astrocytoma, Glioma, Awake Craniotomy, and Gamma Knife Radiosurgery.

I am a neurosurgeon and care for children and young adults. I focus on minimally invasive approaches to improve the quality of life of my patients. Your patient experience is very important to me, and I will strive to provide the best possible care for you and your family. I will always go the extra mile to try to improve your care. I care for conditions that affect the brain and spine, including tumors, epilepsy, Chiari malformations, hydrocephalus, craniosynostosis, vascular conditions such as AVMs and Moya Moya disease, and complex tethered cords. I learn so much from my patients and really look forward to getting to know all of them. I strive to bring the best collaborative team to the table to achieve the best possible outcome. I am delighted to provide the most innovative, holistic, and compassionate neurosurgical care at Duke Health. I am also a professor and Chair of the Department of Neurosurgery. Dr. Grant is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Abscess. His top areas of expertise are Chiari Malformation Type 2, Medulloblastoma, Syringomyelia, Posterior Fossa Decompression, and Osteotomy.

I was attracted to neurosurgery because of the intense patient-doctor relationships that form when the functions that are so vital to our humanity, such as the ability to communicate with a loved one, are at stake. I was fortunate to do my neurosurgical training at the busiest brain tumor center in the country where I also pursued advanced training in minimally invasive techniques. Additionally, I devoted time to specialize in critical care medicine in order to provide more comprehensive care to our sickest patients. I draw upon these experiences to care for patients with brain tumors and those that have suffered severe brain trauma. I take great pride in being a surgeon and work hard to listen to my patients and their families so as a group we can develop a compassionate and evidence-based plan aligned with their goals and wishes. I grew up in a beach community on the South Shore of Long Island in New York but came to Duke University for college when I was 18 years old and never left. Dr. Komisarow is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Abscess. His top areas of expertise are Traumatic Brain Injury, Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus, Congenital Cardiovascular Shunt, Thrombectomy, and Awake Craniotomy.

Jairon Downs is a Physiatrist in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Downs has been practicing medicine for over 14 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Abscess. His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Pediatric Low-Grade Glioma (pLGG), End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), and Muscle Atrophy.

Senthilkumar Radhakrishnan is a Neurosurgery specialist and a Physician Assistant in Durham, North Carolina. Mr. Radhakrishnan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Abscess. His top areas of expertise are Congenital Cardiovascular Shunt, Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus, Hydrocephalus, and Dysembryoplastic Neuroepithelial Tumors (DNET). Mr. Radhakrishnan is currently accepting new patients.

Patrick O'brien is a Physiatrist and a Palliative Medicine provider in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. O'brien has been practicing medicine for over 44 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Abscess. His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Hemiplegia, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

Michael Gwinn is a Physiatrist in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Gwinn has been practicing medicine for over 39 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Abscess. His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Subdural Hematoma, and Drug Induced Dyskinesia.

Anuradha Rao is a Physiatrist in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Rao has been practicing medicine for over 23 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Abscess. Her top areas of expertise are Stroke, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Subdural Hematoma, and Muscle Atrophy.

Wing Ng is a Physiatrist in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Ng has been practicing medicine for over 30 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Abscess. His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Subdural Hematoma, and Subarachnoid Hemorrhage.

Dominique Higgins is a Neurosurgery provider in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Higgins is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Abscess. His top areas of expertise are Pineocytoma, Brain Tumor, Glioblastoma, Astrocytoma, and Awake Craniotomy. Dr. Higgins is currently accepting new patients.

I specialize in complex spinal and trauma surgery with a focus on pathology of the craniocervical junction, congenital spinal anomalies in adults, and cervical spinal deformities. I offer the highest quality of surgical care to improve or prevent the worsening of physical function. Whenever possible, I work with my patients to explore the non-surgical management of spinal conditions. Dr. Bhowmick is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Abscess. His top areas of expertise are Kyphosis, Fractured Spine, Scoliosis, Laminectomy, and Gastrostomy.

Eldad Hadar is a Neurosurgery provider in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Hadar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Abscess. His top areas of expertise are Essential Tremor, Parkinson's Disease, Seizures, Deep Brain Stimulation, and Awake Craniotomy. Dr. Hadar is currently accepting new patients.

Paul Thananopavarn is a Physiatrist in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Thananopavarn is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Abscess. His top areas of expertise are Paraplegia, Hemiplegia, Stroke, and Contracture Deformity. Dr. Thananopavarn is currently accepting new patients.

Vibhor Krishna is a Neurosurgery provider in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Krishna is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Abscess. His top areas of expertise are Essential Tremor, Movement Disorders, Parkinson's Disease, Thalamotomy, and Deep Brain Stimulation. Dr. Krishna is currently accepting new patients.