The 20 Best Subdural Effusion Doctors in The United States

Dr. Eric Jackson specializes in the evaluation and treatment of patients with a broad range of neurosurgical disorders, including congenital malformations of the brain and spine, hydrocephalus (including endoscopic treatment), chiari malformation, craniosynostosis, spinal dysraphism/tethered cord, brain and spinal cord tumors, and traumatic brain injuries. He is the Principal Investigator for several multi-institution research studies, including: Hydrocephalus Clinical Research Network: currently investigating endoscopic surgery vs shunting for the treatment of hydrocephalus in infants in a $10M randomized trial funded by the NIH Park Reeves Syringomyelia Research Consortium Advancing the treatment for pediatric craniopharyngioma, identifying biological targets for molecular therapy A multi-institutional trial investigating a non-invasive eye tracking device for assessing increased intracranial pressure. Dr. Jackson is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Subdural Effusion. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hydrocephalus, Chiari Malformation, Chiari Malformation Type 2, Posterior Fossa Decompression, and Endoscopy. Dr. Jackson is board certified in American Board Of Neurological Surgery.

Dr. Doris Da May Lin is an Associate Professor in the Johns Hopkins Medicine Department of Radiology and Radiological Science. She specializes in neuroradiology. Dr. Lin received her B.A. in chemistry from the University of Pennsylvania, and then pursued a joint M.D./Ph.D. degree at the Yale University School of Medicine, with graduate training in the neurosciences. She completed a medical internship at the University of Pennsylvania Hospital and a diagnostic radiology residency at New York Presbyterian Hospital-Cornell. After a two-year neuroradiology fellowship, she joined the faculty at Johns Hopkins. Dr. Lin is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Subdural Effusion. She is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Parkes Weber Syndrome, Sturge-Weber Syndrome, Subdural Effusion, Meningioma, and Endovascular Embolization. Dr. Lin is board certified in American Board Of Radiology.

Wouter Schievink is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Schievink is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Subdural Effusion. He is also highly rated in 24 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak, Siderosis, Meningocele, Laminectomy, and Awake Craniotomy.

Tej Azad is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Azad is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Subdural Effusion. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Spinal Tumor, Traumatic Brain Injury, Subdural Hematoma, Spinal Fusion, and Laminectomy.

Dr. Alexander Ropper is an Associate Professor at Baylor College of Medicine and the Director of Spinal Neurosurgery at Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center. Dr. Ropper’s clinical interests include minimally invasive and complex spine surgery, adult spinal deformity, scoliosis surgery, artificial disc replacement, spine tumor surgery, and spinal surgery.Dr. Ropper received a B.A. in Neuroscience and Classical Studies from the University of Pennsylvania and his medical degree from Tufts University School of Medicine in Boston, Massachusetts. He completed his Internship at University of Miami Miller School of Medicine and his Residency at Brigham and Women's Hospital, Harvard Medical School in Boston. He also held a Clinical Fellowship in Complex Spine Surgery at Barrow Neurological Institute in Phoenix, Arizona.Dr. Ropper has received numerous awards and professional accolades, and was included in SpineLine's Top 20 Under 40 in 2019, presented by the North American Spine Society to showcase bright, young physicians under the age of 40.Conditions treated include minimally invasive spine surgery, complex spine surgery, adult spinal deformity, artificial disc replacement, and spine tumor surgery. Dr. Ropper is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Subdural Effusion. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Spinal Stenosis, Scoliosis, Klippel-Feil Syndrome, Laminectomy, and Bone Graft. Dr. Ropper is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Daniel G. Eichberg is an assistant professor of neurosurgery in the Department of Neurosurgery at Northwell Health. He completed his undergraduate studies at Cornell University, where he developed his interest in oncology and neuroscience. He completed his medical degree at the University of Maryland School of Medicine where he graduated magna cum laude, and was inducted into the Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honors Society. Dr. Eichberg was awarded the prestigious Howard Hughes Medical Institute research fellowship at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology investigating therapies for brain tumors.Dr. Eichberg completed his neurosurgery residency at the University of Miami, where he was selected for the National Institutes of Health T32 grant and the Neurosurgery Research and Education Foundation Research Fellowship Grant for glioblastoma research. Before he completed his training, he served as Chief Resident for the Department of Neurosurgery. Dr. Eichberg also completed a Neurosurgical Oncology fellowship at the University of Miami, focused on minimally invasive brain tumor surgery techniques.Dr. Eichberg has published over 130 peer-reviewed publications focused on the clinical, translational, and basic science of brain tumor biology and surgical treatment.To me, the most gratifying part of my profession is the meaningful connections I make with my patients, and to see them healthy and feeling better after surgery, he says. It is truly a gift to get to know these brave and resilient individuals on their path to recovery.Dr. Eichberg currently works in the Northwell Health Department of Neurosurgery at North Shore University Hospital and Long Island Jewish Medical Center, where he focuses on the treatment of patients with brain tumors using minimally invasive surgical techniques. He is currently involved in multiple clinical trials for brain tumors, and is accepting new patients. Dr. Eichberg is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Subdural Effusion. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Brain Tumor, Glioma, Gliomatosis Cerebri, Posterior Fossa Decompression, and Endoscopy.

Michael Paldino, MD, specializes in diagnostic radiology and neuroradiology and is certified by the American Board of Radiology. He practices at University of Pittsburgh Physicians, Department of Radiology and is affiliated with UPMC Horizon, UPMC Presbyterian, UPMC Mercy, UPMC Jameson, UPMC East, UPMC Altoona, UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital, UPMC Northwest, UPMC Williamsport, UPMC McKeesport, UPMC Passavant, UPMC Muncy, UPMC St Margaret, UPMC Hamot, UPMC Shadyside, UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh, and UPMC Bedford. He completed his fellowship at Boston Children's Hospital. Dr. Paldino is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Subdural Effusion. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Polymicrogyria, Cortical Dysplasia, Subdural Effusion, and Hydrocephalus. Dr. Paldino is board certified in American Board Of Radiology.

Christopher Elia is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Royal Oak, Michigan. He has been practicing medicine for over 13 years. Dr. Elia is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Subdural Effusion. His clinical expertise encompasses Cystic Hygroma, Hygroma Cervical, Subdural Effusion, Laminectomy, and Spinal Fusion. Dr. Elia is board certified in American Osteopathic Board Of Surgery. Dr. Elia is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Ali Bydon is a renowned neurosurgeon and director of the Division of Spine Surgery and the Neurosurgical Spine Center at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. As the endowed Ziya Gokaslan Professor of Neurosurgery, he is dedicated to advancing the field through innovative clinical practices and extensive research. Additionally, Dr. Bydon serves as the vice chair for strategic planning within the Department of Neurosurgery. Dr. Bydon’s clinical practice is centered on degenerative disorders of the spine, spinal tumors, spinal trauma and complex spinal reconstruction. He is an esteemed member of the American Association of Neurological Surgeons and the Congress of Neurological Surgeons. Dr. Bydon earned his medical degree from the University of Michigan School of Medicine in 1999 and completed his residency in neurological surgery at Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit, where he graduated with distinction in 2006. He further honed his skillset by completing fellowships in minimally invasive spine surgery and the surgical treatment of peripheral nerves, followed by a one-year instructorship in spinal oncology and complex reconstructive spinal surgery at Johns Hopkins in 2007. His research focuses on spinal biomechanics and surgical outcomes. He has co-authored over 265 peer-reviewed manuscripts and numerous book chapters. Dr. Bydon has made significant contributions to the understanding of optimal surgical management for conditions such as spinal synovial cysts, cervical myelopathy, lumbar spondylolisthesis, ossified posterior longitudinal ligament, cervical degenerative disorders, cervical myelopathy, thoracic myelopathy and metastatic diseases to the spine, among others. Dr. Bydon has presented at more than 200 national and international scientific meetings, underscoring his commitment to advancing knowledge in the field. An educator who has trained over 75 practicing neurosurgeons, Dr. Bydon has received prestigious accolades, including the Richard Otenasak Faculty Teaching Award and the Chairman’s Neurosurgical Teacher of the Year Award. His leadership roles have included serving on the residency review committee and the patient access committee at Johns Hopkins, as well as a yearlong term as the neurosurgical representative on the Johns Hopkins Faculty Senate. He has also served as a medical director with Johns Hopkins Medicine International, overseeing clinical and educational activities at renowned institutions in Lebanon and Brazil. Dr. Bydon has performed more than 5,000 surgeries. His commitment to excellence in patient care, education and research makes him a leading authority in spine surgery, dedicated to providing transformative care to patients seeking relief and recovery. Dr. Bydon is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Subdural Effusion. He is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Spinal Stenosis, Spondylolisthesis, Invertebral Disc Disease, Laminectomy, and Spinal Fusion. Dr. Bydon is board certified in American Board Of Neurological Surgery.

Dr. Jallo is the vice dean and physician-in-chief at Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital. He also is the David M. Goldenberg Family Endowed Chair in the Institute for Brain Protection Sciences and a professor of neurosurgery, pediatrics and oncology with Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. Dr. Jallo joined Johns Hopkins in 2003 as a pediatric neurosurgeon. In 2013, he became the pediatric neurosurgery division director at The Johns Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore. Dr. Jallo moved to Johns Hopkins All Children's in 2015 to launch the Institute for Brain Protection Sciences, a multidisciplinary institute that unites clinicians, researchers and educators focused on promoting optimal neurodevelopment and caring for children with injuries and illnesses that can affect the brain. His areas of expertise include tumors of the brain and spinal cord, intraoperative neurophysiological monitoring for eloquent tumors, use of minimally invasive technologies such as endoscopy and keyhole surgery and surgical treatment of epilepsy. Dr. Jallo has published more than 245 peer-reviewed scientific articles, 89 book chapters and is co-editor of five textbooks on pediatric neurosurgery, pediatric epilepsy surgery and neuroendoscopy. In addition, Dr. Jallo has been principal investigator for NIH and private foundation grants focused on treatment of pediatric central nervous system tumors and other neurosurgical challenges. Dr. Jallo earned his medical degree at the University of Virginia Medical School and completed his residency in neurosurgery at New York University Medical Center and fellowship in pediatric neurosurgery at Beth Israel Medical Center, Institute for Neurology and Neurosurgery, in New York. Dr. Jallo is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Subdural Effusion. He is also highly rated in 25 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Subependymoma, Ependymoma, Spinal Tumor, Posterior Fossa Decompression, and Laminectomy. Dr. Jallo is board certified in American Board Of Pediatric Neurological Surgery and American Board Of Neurological Surgery.

Stephen Kralik is a Neuroradiologist practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Kralik is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Subdural Effusion. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Optic Glioma, Ganglioglioma, Cavernous Sinus Thrombosis, and Cortical Dysplasia.

Marcia Kukreja is a Pediatric Radiologist practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Kukreja is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Subdural Effusion. Her clinical expertise encompasses Subdural Effusion and Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1).

Ghada Issa is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Providence, Rhode Island. Dr. Issa is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Subdural Effusion. Her clinical expertise encompasses Subdural Effusion, Ascites, Lymphofollicular Hyperplasia, Gallbladder Disease, and Liver Embolization.

Goetz Benndorf is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Benndorf is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Subdural Effusion. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Arteriovenous Malformation, Subdural Effusion, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Pica, and Liver Embolization.

David Dreizin is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Dreizin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Subdural Effusion. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Subdural Effusion, Pleurisy, Splenectomy, and Liver Embolization.

Nilesh Desai is a Neuroradiologist practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Desai is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Subdural Effusion. His clinical expertise encompasses Degos Disease, Hydrocephalus, Subdural Effusion, Actinomycosis, and Thrombectomy.

Emre Altinmakas is a Radiologist practicing medicine in New York, New York. He has been practicing medicine for over 18 years. Dr. Altinmakas is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Subdural Effusion. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Adrenal Cancer, Subdural Effusion, Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC), and Uterine Fibroids.

Rishabh Gattu is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Colton, California. Dr. Gattu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Subdural Effusion. His clinical expertise encompasses Hygroma Cervical, Cystic Hygroma, Subdural Effusion, and Cavernous Lymphangioma.

Amar Swarnkar is a Neuroradiologist practicing medicine in Syracuse, New York. He has been practicing medicine for over 47 years. Dr. Swarnkar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Subdural Effusion. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Stroke, Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation, Caffey Disease, Thyroidectomy, and Thrombectomy.

Krystal Archer is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Atlanta, Georgia. She has been practicing medicine for over 24 years. Dr. Archer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Subdural Effusion. Her clinical expertise encompasses Subdural Effusion, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Gallbladder Disease, and Pleurisy. Dr. Archer is board certified in American Board Of Radiology, 2007.