The 20 Best Encephalocele Doctors in Washington, US

Dr. Oskouian is a neurosurgeon who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of complex spinal disorders. As the Chief of the Complex Spine Department, his clinical practice located on the Swedish/Cherry Hill campus in Seattle focuses on scoliosis, spinal deformities, spine trauma, spine fractures, spinal surgery revisions, osteoporosis, spinal cord injury, degenerative disc disease, spine tumors, stereotactic spinal radiosurgery, spine infections, and minimally invasive spinal surgery. Dr. Oskouian received his medical degree from the University of California, Los Angeles. He completed his residency in neurosurgery at the University of Virginia under the late Dr. John Jane, Sr. Dr. Oskouian completed his neurosurgery fellowship at the New Zealand National Hospital in Auckland. Dr. Oskouian has published in numerous medical journals and textbooks, including Neuroscience, Neurosurgery, Neurosurgical Clinics of North America, the Journal of Neurosurgery, Neurosurgical Focus and Spine. His philosophy of care is to provide comprehensive, individualized medical care for his patients based on the most recent scientific advances. Dr. Oskouian also believes prevention, communication and education are a vital component of a patient’s long-term health and well-being. Dr. Oskouian offers the Digital Surgical Experience to guide his practice and maintain consistent communication with his patients throughout their care. This includes offering virtual visits to patients, timely access to information, and interactive messages, check-ins, and reminders, allowing patients to become custodians of their own care. Dr. Oskouian was selected by Seattle Magazine and Seattle Met Magazine as a Top Doctor. Dr. Oskouian is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalocele. His top areas of expertise are Spondylolisthesis, Epidural Hematoma, Scoliosis, Laminectomy, and Spinal Fusion.

Dr. Litvack values a collaborative multi-disciplinary approach to caring for patients suffering from benign or malignant brain tumors, head and neck cancers involving the brain and spine, chronic pain and degenerative spinal disorders. Dr. Litvack applies his unique expertise in skull base surgery, neuroendoscopy, minimally invasive cranial, and minimally invasive spinal surgery to restore patients to health while minimizing the physical and emotional impact of surgery. His patients benefit from being fully informed of their disease and their treatment options. Dr. Litvack and his patients also benefit from 24/7 access to a team of fellowship-trained physicians and surgeons with extensive experience in Neurosurgery, Otolaryngology, Neuroanesthesia, Neuro-endocrinology, Neuro-ophthalmology, Neuro-Oncology and Radiation Oncology. Dr. Litvack has also been selected by Seattle Magazine and Seattle Metropolitan Magazine as a Top Doctor in the field of Neurosurgery. Dr. Litvack is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalocele. His top areas of expertise are Pituitary Tumor, Prolactinoma, Hypothalamic Tumor, Balloon Sinuplasty, and Awake Craniotomy.

Farrokh Farrokhi, MD, is a board-certified neurosurgeon specializing in deep brain stimulation, skull base surgery, minimally invasive spine surgery, brain tumors and laser interstitial thermal therapy (LITT). Dr. Farrokhi takes the time to get to know each patient, working to understand their wants and needs, and letting those guide therapies. He sees himself as a partner within the larger health care team, working to deliver the personalized care that each patient deserves.In addition to taking care of patients, Dr. Farrokhi organizes and participates in international volunteerism. This work focuses on research and education, advancing neurosurgical care in developing countries.Dr. Farrokhi has been named Top Doctor by Seattle Met and Seattle magazine continuously since 2009. Dr. Farrokhi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalocele. His top areas of expertise are Acoustic Neuroma, Parkinson's Disease, Essential Tremor, Deep Brain Stimulation, and Awake Craniotomy.

Dr. Miri Kim offers comprehensive neurosurgical treatment and has a special interest in brain tumors. Committed to delivering kind and compassionate care, she prioritizes patient education and advocacy, ensuring each individual understands their treatment options thoroughly. Dr. Kim is also dedicated to brain tumor research, working to find better solutions for her patients and improve their outcomes. In her free time, Dr. Kim enjoys reading, running, and yoga. As recent transplants to Seattle, she loves exploring Seattle with her husband and young daughter. Dr. Kim is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalocele. Her top areas of expertise are Trigeminal Neuralgia, Diabetes Insipidus (DI), Astrocytoma, Microvascular Decompression, and Laminectomy.

Dr. Monteith's philosophy of care is to approach the care of each of his patients as if they were a member of his own family. He strives to give his patients the best possible outcome by combining the latest technological advances with personalized clinical care. When possible, he uses endovascular or minimally invasive surgical approaches, so that his patients can recover from their procedure and get back to their normal lives as soon as possible. Dr. Monteith is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalocele. His top areas of expertise are Brain Aneurysm, Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus, Congenital Cardiovascular Shunt, Extracranial-Intracranial Bypass Surgery, and Cerebral Artery Bypass Surgery.

Dr. Tymchak understands the impact of neurosurgical disease on patients and their families. He takes the time to listen and educate patients about their conditions and treatment plans. He works hard to provide the care patients and their families deserve, and will always be honest and forthright when discussing surgical options. Dr. Tymchak is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalocele. His top areas of expertise are Dysembryoplastic Neuroepithelial Tumors (DNET), Brain Aneurysm, Brain Stem Cancer, Transmyocardial Revascularization, and Stent Placement.

Dr. Wang is a board-certified neurosurgeon that believes all individuals are entitled to VIP care and treats all of his patients as he would want his own family treated. Recognizing each patient's unique needs, he delivers compassionate and personalized care. Dr. Wang realizes that surgery can be daunting and works with each patient to exhaust all non-invasive therapies before performing surgery. When he offers surgery, please know that Dr. Wang keeps abreast of the latest literature and technologies to ensure that his patients receive the best care. Dr. Wang is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalocele. His top areas of expertise are Essential Tremor, Lordosis, Pseudotumor Cerebri Syndrome, Thalamotomy, and Deep Brain Stimulation.

Dr. Charles Cobbs is a Neurosurgeon that specializes in brain tumor surgery, minimally invasive spine surgery, and neurosurgery. He is the Director of The Ben and Catherine Ivy Center for Advanced Brain Tumor Treatment. In his free time he enjoys the outdoors, running, cycling and skiing. Dr. Cobbs was also selected by Seattle Metropolitan Magazine as a Top Doctor in the field of Neurosurgery for consecutive years. Dr. Cobbs is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalocele. His top areas of expertise are Astrocytoma, Glioblastoma, Glioma, Awake Craniotomy, and Balloon Sinuplasty.

Dr. Patel is a neurosurgeon at the Swedish Neuroscience Institute. His philosophy of care is to provide comprehensive care and superior service in order to help and change the lives of his patients for the better. Dr. Patel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalocele. His top areas of expertise are Brain Aneurysm, Stroke, Subdural Hematoma, Cerebral Artery Bypass Surgery, and Extracranial-Intracranial Bypass Surgery.

Richard Wohns is a Neurosurgery provider in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Wohns is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalocele. His top areas of expertise are Spinal Stenosis, Spondylolisthesis, Invertebral Disc Disease, Laminectomy, and Microdiscectomy. Dr. Wohns is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Mark Kraemer is a neurosurgeon specializing in both complex and minimally invasive spine surgery. With a commitment to advancing the field, he has contributed to numerous research studies aimed at improving surgical outcomes and innovating minimally invasive procedures. Dr. Kraemer is dedicated to providing personalized, compassionate care, ensuring his patients receive the highest level of medical attention tailored to their unique needs. As a valued member of our medical team, he brings a wealth of knowledge and experience, enhancing our ability to deliver exceptional care. Dr. Kraemer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalocele. His top areas of expertise are Hydrocephalus, Mononeuritis Multiplex, Trigeminal Neuralgia, Facet Joint Syndrome, and Rhizotomy.

Dr. McDougall became certified as a neurosurgeon in 1993. He has focused his entire career on the treatment of stroke and cerebrovascular disease, and he was one of the first neurosurgeons in the country to receive fellowship training in endovascular techniques. Once Guglielmi detachable coils received FDA approval in 1995, he was the first neurosurgeon in North America to treat a patient with an intracranial aneurysm using this device. Since that time, he has been extensively involved in research to improve endovascular techniques including being the principal investigator on large, randomized, international studies. He is a past president of the Society of NeuroInterventional Surgeons, has published over two hundred papers in peer reviewed journals and been an invited lecturer on every continent except Antarctica. Dr. Mcdougall is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalocele. His top areas of expertise are Brain Aneurysm, Arteriovenous Malformation, Pica, Extracranial-Intracranial Bypass Surgery, and Stent Placement.

Dr. Tredway is a board-certified, fellowship-trained neurosurgeon specializing in minimally-invasive and complex spinal surgery. He has specific expertise in the treatment of spinal cord tumors as well as metastatic disease of the spine. After completing a neurosurgical residency at Rush Medical Center in Chicago, he completed a fellowship in minimally-invasive and complex spine surgery at the University of Chicago. He was an associate professor of neurological surgery and held a joint appointment in the Department of Orthopedic Surgery at the University of Washington Medical Center. He performs surgeries at the Swedish Orthopedic Institute (SOI). Dr. Tredway is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalocele. His top areas of expertise are Spinal Stenosis, Scoliosis, Epidural Hematoma, Microdiscectomy, and Cervical Disc Surgery.

Ashok Modha is a Neurosurgery provider in Vancouver, Washington. Dr. Modha is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalocele. His top areas of expertise are Radiation Induced Meningioma, Meningioma, Pituitary Tumor, Awake Craniotomy, and Laminectomy.

David Vossler is a Neurologist in Renton, Washington. Dr. Vossler is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalocele. His top areas of expertise are Seizures, Epilepsy, Lennox-Gastaut Syndrome (LGS), Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, and Awake Craniotomy.

Denise Chen is a Neurologist in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Chen has been practicing medicine for over 10 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalocele. Her top areas of expertise are Seizures, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Memory Loss, and Epilepsy in Children.

David Weingarten, MD, is a board-certified neurosurgeon with subspecialty training in neurosurgical oncology. Some conditions he treats include brain and spine trauma, brain and spine tumors, trigeminal neuralgia, spinal cord/nerve root compression (sciatica), and hydrocephalus.Dr. Weingarten enjoys working with people, and does his best to communicate the complexities of neurosurgery with words and concepts that are easy to understand. He believes it is paramount that his patients and their families have a good understanding of their condition and treatment options so they can make informed decisions that best meet their needs.Dr. Weingarten is a Fellow of the American Association of Neurological Surgeons (FAANS).Away from work, Dr. Weingarten enjoys travel, sailing, bicycling, hiking and SCUBA diving. Dr. Weingarten is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalocele. His top areas of expertise are Subdural Hematoma, Stroke, Epidural Abscess, and Hydrocephalus.

Dr. Susarla is an Associate Professor of Plastic Surgery at the University of Washington School of Medicine, Associate Professor of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at the University of Washington School of Dentistry. His primary clinical practice is in craniomaxillofacial surgery at Seattle Children's Hospital, where he also serves as the Division Chief of Pediatric Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery.Dr. Susarla completed his undergraduate education at Princeton University. He completed his dental degree at the Harvard School of Dental Medicine, a master of public health degree at the Harvard School of Public Health, and his medical degree at Harvard Medical School. He completed surgical residencies in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at the Massachusetts General Hospital and Plastic Surgery at the Johns Hopkins Hospital. These were followed by fellowship training in Craniomaxillofacial Surgery at Seattle Children's Hospital/University of Washington Harborview Medical Center.Dr. Susarla's clinical practice focuses on pediatric and adult craniomaxillofacial reconstructive surgery, including management of craniosynostosis, cleft lip and palate, dentofacial deformities, maxillofacial pathology, and primary and secondary reconstruction following facial trauma.He has an active research portfolio, with over 250 peer-reviewed publications and several dozen book chapters. He currently serves on the editorial boards for a number of journals including Craniomaxillofacial Trauma and Reconstruction, the Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, and Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Global Open. He has given over 40 invited talks nationally and internationally on subjects related to pediatric craniofacial surgery, orthognathic surgery, and facial trauma reconstruction.Dr. Susarla is one of the few craniomaxillofacial surgeons in the country who is board certified in both Plastic Surgery and Oral/Maxillofacial surgery. . His top areas of expertise are Micrognathia, Metopic Ridge, Craniosynostosis, Osteotomy, and Bone Graft.

Amitoz Manhas is a Neurosurgery provider in Bellevue, Washington. Dr. Manhas is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalocele. His top areas of expertise are Subdural Hematoma, Spinal Stenosis, Meningioma, Laminectomy, and Gastrostomy.

Marcelo Vilela is a Neurosurgery provider in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Vilela is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalocele. His top areas of expertise are Brain Herniation, Spondylolisthesis, Fractured Spine, and Encephalocele.