The 20 Best Brain Herniation Doctors Near Me in Chattanooga, TN

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 31 doctor with experience in Brain Herniation near Chattanooga, TN. Of these, 22 are Experienced and 9 are Advanced.

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31 providers found
    Advanced in Brain Herniation
    Neurosurgery
    Advanced in Brain Herniation
    Neurosurgery

    Memorial Health Partners Foundation, Inc

    725 Glenwood Dr, Suite E486, 
    Chattanooga, TN 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr. Mayshan Ghiassi is a fellowship-trained cerebrovascular/endovascular neurosurgeon with CHI Memorial Neuroscience Institute. He is board-certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery and serves as a Diplomat on the board. He is a member of the Congress of Neurological Surgeons, the American Association of Neurological Surgeons (AANS), the AANS Cerebrovascular Section, and the Society of NeuroInterventional Surgery (SNIS). Dr. Ghiassi provides highly skilled care in the treatment of brain and spine conditions. His expertise is in cerebrovascular surgery, skull base neurosurgery, spinal reconstruction, and minimally invasive interventional stroke treatment.Dr. Ghiassi has treated more than 1,000 stroke patients over the past 16 years utilizing advanced technology to perform minimally invasive interventional stroke treatments resulting in the reduction of mortality and morbidity rates commonly associated with stroke. His expertise in minimally invasive spine surgery, accomplished through the smallest corridor possible, minimizes a patient’s blood loss, lessening the potential for tissue injury to the muscles, and helping patients return to activity sooner with fewer post-op medications. Dr. Ghiassi is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Herniation. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chiari Malformation Type 1, Brain Herniation, Chiari Malformation, Transmyocardial Revascularization, and Stent Placement. Dr. Ghiassi is board certified in American Board Of Neuro Surgery. Dr. Ghiassi is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Brain Herniation
    Neurosurgery | Neurology
    Advanced in Brain Herniation
    Neurosurgery | Neurology

    CHI Memorial Neuroscience Institute Spine Clinic

    725 Glenwood Drive, Suite E-680, 
    Chattanooga, TN 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Ranjith Babu, MD, fellowship trained neurosurgeon with CHI Memorial Neuroscience Institute and CHI Memorial Spine Center, provides highly skilled care in the treatment of brain tumors, stroke and other conditions of the brain and spine. Dr. Babu is a member of the Congress of Neurological Surgeons and the American Association of Neurological Surgeons. He specializes in neurosurgery, or surgery performed on the nervous system – especially the brain and spinal cord.Neurosurgeons are specially trained to diagnose and treat central and peripheral nervous system disorders including brain tumors, brain aneurysms, degenerative spine conditions, peripheral nerve conditions like carpel tunnel and other nerve entrapments. Dr. Babu uses minimally invasive techniques – including innovative, MRI-guided laser therapies – to treat complex and often life-threatening health conditions. Dr. Babu is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Herniation. He is also highly rated in 25 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Glioma, Astrocytoma, Brain Tumor, Laminectomy, and Awake Craniotomy. Dr. Babu is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Brain Herniation
    Neuroradiology
    Experienced in Brain Herniation
    Neuroradiology

    Erlanger Medical Center

    975 E 3rd St, 
    Chattanooga, TN 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jacob Noe is a Neuroradiologist practicing medicine in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Dr. Noe is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Herniation. He is also highly rated in 26 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses CAPOS Syndrome, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Meningioma, and Radiation Induced Meningioma.

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    Experienced in Brain Herniation
    Interventional Radiology
    Experienced in Brain Herniation
    Interventional Radiology

    Erlanger Medical Center

    975 E 3rd St, 
    Chattanooga, TN 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Justin Calvert is an Interventional Radiologist practicing medicine in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Dr. Calvert is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Herniation. He is also highly rated in 31 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Stroke, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Liver Embolization.

    Experienced in Brain Herniation
    Experienced in Brain Herniation

    Firsthand Health Of Tennessee

    601 Dodds Ave, 
    Chattanooga, TN 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jeffrey Tipps is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Dr. Tipps is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Herniation. He is also highly rated in 56 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pulmonary Fibrosis, Visceromegaly, Gallbladder Disease, and Myelin Oligodendrocyte Glycoprotein Antibody-Associated Disease.

    Advanced in Brain Herniation
    Neurosurgery
    Advanced in Brain Herniation
    Neurosurgery

    UT Erlanger Neuro Surgery Group

    979 E 3rd St Ste C-920, 
    Chattanooga, TN 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Peter Boehm is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Dr. Boehm is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Herniation. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cervical Myelopathy, Brain Herniation, Chiari Malformation Type 1, and Chiari Malformation.

    Advanced in Brain Herniation
    Neurosurgery
    Advanced in Brain Herniation
    Neurosurgery

    Children's Hospital At Erlanger Neurosurgery

    910 Blackford St, 
    Chattanooga, TN 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Peter Boehm is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Dr. Boehm is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Herniation. He is also highly rated in 48 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cervical Myelopathy, Cervical Spondylosis, Subdural Hematoma, Awake Craniotomy, and Laminectomy.

    Advanced in Brain Herniation
    Neurosurgery
    Advanced in Brain Herniation
    Neurosurgery

    Children's Hospital At Erlanger Neurosurgery

    910 Blackford St, 
    Chattanooga, TN 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Joseph Miller is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Dr. Miller is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Herniation. He is also highly rated in 43 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Delirium, Subdural Hematoma, Microdiscectomy, and Cervical Disc Surgery.

    Advanced in Brain Herniation
    Neurosurgery
    Advanced in Brain Herniation
    Neurosurgery

    Children's Hospital At Erlanger Neurosurgery

    910 Blackford St, 
    Chattanooga, TN 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Daniel Kueter is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Dr. Kueter is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Herniation. He is also highly rated in 28 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Subdural Hematoma, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Spinal Stenosis, Laminectomy, and Microdiscectomy.

    Advanced in Brain Herniation
    Neurosurgery
    Advanced in Brain Herniation
    Neurosurgery

    Children's Hospital At Erlanger Neurosurgery

    910 Blackford St, 
    Chattanooga, TN 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Prayash Patel is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Dr. Patel is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Herniation. He is also highly rated in 19 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Stroke, Delirium, Subdural Hematoma, Laminectomy, and Awake Craniotomy.

    Advanced in Brain Herniation
    Neurosurgery
    Advanced in Brain Herniation
    Neurosurgery

    Children's Hospital At Erlanger Neurosurgery

    910 Blackford St, 
    Chattanooga, TN 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    David Wallace is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Dr. Wallace is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Herniation. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Epidural Hematoma, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Cervical Myelopathy, Hydrocephalus, and Laminectomy.

    Advanced in Brain Herniation
    Radiology
    Advanced in Brain Herniation
    Radiology

    Plaza Radiology LLC

    1710 Gunbarrel Rd, 
    Chattanooga, TN 
     (8.6 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Ernest Gray is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Chattanooga, Tennessee. He has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Dr. Gray is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Herniation. He is also highly rated in 27 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Herniated Disk, Melorheostosis, Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis, and Osteopenia.

    Experienced in Brain Herniation
    Neurology
    Experienced in Brain Herniation
    Neurology

    The Als Clinic And Neurology At Erlanger

    979 E 3rd St Ste C830, 
    Chattanooga, TN 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Cory Rice is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Dr. Rice is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Herniation. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Stroke, Dysarthria, Hemiplegia, Extracranial-Intracranial Bypass Surgery, and Cerebral Artery Bypass Surgery.

    Experienced in Brain Herniation
    Experienced in Brain Herniation

    Erlanger Neurology

    979 E 3rd St Ste C830, 
    Chattanooga, TN 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Cleopatra Thurman is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Dr. Thurman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Herniation. She is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hemiplegia, Dysarthria, Stroke, and Seizures.

    Experienced in Brain Herniation
    Experienced in Brain Herniation

    The Als Clinic And Neurology At Erlanger

    979 E 3rd St Ste C830, 
    Chattanooga, TN 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    James Fleming is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Chattanooga, Tennessee. He has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Dr. Fleming is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Herniation. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Stroke, Hemiplegia, Dysarthria, and Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure.

    Experienced in Brain Herniation
    Neurology
    Experienced in Brain Herniation
    Neurology

    Erlanger Neurology

    979 E 3rd St Ste C830, 
    Chattanooga, TN 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Morgan Baki is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Dr. Baki is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Herniation. She is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hemiplegia, Dysarthria, Stroke, and Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure.

    Experienced in Brain Herniation
    Neurology
    Experienced in Brain Herniation
    Neurology

    Erlanger Neurology

    979 E 3rd St Ste C830, 
    Chattanooga, TN 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jake Mckay is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Dr. Mckay is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Herniation. He is also highly rated in 21 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Seizures, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Memory Loss, Epilepsy, and Awake Craniotomy.

    Experienced in Brain Herniation
    Experienced in Brain Herniation

    Children's Hospital At Erlanger Neurology

    900 E 3rd St, 
    Chattanooga, TN 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Thomas Ireland is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Dr. Ireland is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Herniation. He is also highly rated in 27 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lennox-Gastaut Syndrome (LGS), Absence Seizure, Epilepsy Juvenile Absence, and Seizures.

    Experienced in Brain Herniation
    Neurology
    Experienced in Brain Herniation
    Neurology

    Children's Hospital At Erlanger Neurology

    900 E 3rd St, 
    Chattanooga, TN 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Day Breen is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Dr. Breen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Herniation. She is also highly rated in 23 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Aphantasia, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Seizures, and Thrombectomy.

    Experienced in Brain Herniation
    Experienced in Brain Herniation

    Children's Hospital At Erlanger Neurology

    900 E 3rd St, 
    Chattanooga, TN 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Lewis Miller is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Dr. Miller is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brain Herniation. He is also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cerebral Palsy, Spastic Diplegia Infantile Type, Moebius Syndrome, and Seizures.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Brain Herniation?

    Brain herniation is the shifting of the brain tissue from one space in the skull to another through various folds and openings.

    When should I see a Brain Herniation doctor near Chattanooga, TN?

    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 a Brain Herniation doctor near Chattanooga, TN?

    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 Brain Herniation doctors near Chattanooga, TN?

    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 Brain Herniation doctors near Chattanooga, TN?

    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 a Brain Herniation doctor near Chattanooga, TN?

    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 Brain Herniation doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Brain Herniation 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 a Brain Herniation doctor near Chattanooga, TN?

    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 Brain Herniation 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 Brain Herniation 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 Brain Herniation doctors near Chattanooga, TN?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Brain Herniation 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 a Brain Herniation doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Brain Herniation 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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