I am a neurosurgeon and researcher who focuses on surgical solutions for movement disorders and pain due to cancer, prior nerve injury, stroke, failed back surgery, limb amputation, trigeminal neuralgia and other causes. I have always been fascinated by how the brain and spinal cord works, converting a thought in your mind to a physical action or feeling. As a neurosurgeon, I get to treat people who have problems with this process. Every day, I get to help patients make dramatic improvements in their quality of life, which is greatly rewarding. At Duke, we’re lucky to have access to the latest technologies and world-class research. Our technology allows us to perform surgeries in the least invasive, most precise ways possible. When I am not working, I enjoy spending time with my wife and three young boys. Dr. Lad is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Epidural Abscess. His top areas of expertise are Spinal Stenosis, Neuralgia, Chronic Pain, Laminectomy, and Deep Brain Stimulation.

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 Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Epidural Abscess. His top areas of expertise are Astrocytoma, Glioma, Glioblastoma, Awake Craniotomy, and Laminectomy.

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 Epidural Abscess. His top areas of expertise are Meningioma, Subdural Hematoma, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Awake Craniotomy, and Sacral Nerve Stimulation.

I am the chief of pediatric neurosurgery at Duke Children's Hospital. I treat a wide variety of conditions affecting the brain and spine in children, including tumors, hydrocephalus, trauma, and craniosynostosis. I consider it a real privilege to earn a family's trust with their child's health. I enjoy building relationships with the family unit and understanding the specific details of their situation that need consideration in their child's care to ensure a smooth hospitalization experience. Our team leverages the expertise available at Duke Children's Hospital to achieve the best possible outcome for each patient. Witnessing a child return to a normal or improved life after intervention is incredibly gratifying, and seeing them thrive years later is one of the most special aspects of pediatric neurosurgery. Dr. Greene is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Epidural Abscess. Her top areas of expertise are Myelomeningocele, Chiari Malformation Type 2, Syringomyelia, Posterior Fossa Decompression, and Craniectomy.

Neurosurgery is a challenging field of medicine but is very rewarding. I specialize in brain tumor, pituitary neoplasm, and complex spinal disorders and deformity. I find it important to educate my patients on the surgical options available to them. I believe building a great patient-provider relationship is essential to achieving excellent clinical and surgical outcomes. Dr. Ahmed is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Epidural Abscess. His top areas of expertise are Syringobulbia, Chiari Malformation Type 2, Syringomyelia, Laminectomy, and Microdiscectomy.

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 Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Epidural Abscess. His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Hemiplegia, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

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 Epidural Abscess. His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Pediatric Low-Grade Glioma (pLGG), End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), and Muscle Atrophy.

Robert Isaacs is a Neurosurgery provider in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Isaacs is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Epidural Abscess. His top areas of expertise are Spondylolisthesis, Kyphosis, Lordosis, Spinal Fusion, and Microdiscectomy.

Although I enjoy all facets of neurosurgery, my practice is devoted to caring for patients with spinal-based pathologies ranging from degenerative disease, trauma, and deformity but centered on patients with spinal tumors. I aim to provide a comprehensive patient experience through collaborations with a multi-disciplinary team to deliver the best overall but personalized patient care. I have undergone additional training learning specialized techniques from spine oncology experts around the world in order to bring these potential treatments and strategies to my patients. Dr. Rory is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Epidural Abscess. His top areas of expertise are Bone Tumor, Chordoma, Spinal Tumor, Spinal Fusion, and Osteotomy.

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 Epidural Abscess. His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Subdural Hematoma, and Subarachnoid Hemorrhage.

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 Epidural 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 Epidural Abscess. Her top areas of expertise are Stroke, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Subdural Hematoma, and Muscle Atrophy.

Carlos David is a Neurosurgery provider in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. David is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Epidural Abscess. His top areas of expertise are Meningioma, Brain Aneurysm, Radiation Induced Meningioma, Endovascular Embolization, and Extracranial-Intracranial Bypass Surgery. Dr. David 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 Epidural Abscess. His top areas of expertise are Kyphosis, Fractured Spine, Scoliosis, Laminectomy, and Gastrostomy.

Christine Cleveland is a Physiatrist in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Cleveland has been practicing medicine for over 16 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Epidural Abscess. Her top areas of expertise are Paraplegia, Transverse Myelitis, Neurogenic Bowel, and Cerebral Palsy. Dr. Cleveland is currently accepting new patients.

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 Epidural 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.

Cheerag Upadhyaya is a Neurosurgery provider in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Upadhyaya is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Epidural Abscess. His top areas of expertise are Cervical Spondylosis, Cervical Myelopathy, Spondylolisthesis, Laminectomy, and Spinal Fusion. Dr. Upadhyaya is currently accepting new patients.

Michael Galgano is a Neurosurgery provider in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Galgano is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Epidural Abscess. His top areas of expertise are Spinal Tumor, Kyphosis, Subdural Hematoma, Laminectomy, and Osteotomy. Dr. Galgano 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 Epidural 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.