My clinical mission is to advance the science and practice of cerebrovascular neurosurgery to new uncharted frontiers. I aim to provide patients seeking neurosurgical treatment at Duke Health with world-class clinical care and surgical management. I partner with patients and their families to achieve excellent clinical and surgical outcomes. I treat patients as I would treat my own family members: with passion, compassion, and respect. I do my best to give patients hope that they might find at other places. I lead a team of scientists and clinicians that strive to make innovative advances in treatment devices, alternative therapeutic agents for cerebrovascular diseases, and surgical approaches. If you or your loved one have a cerebrovascular disease, such as a brain aneurysm, AVM, dural AVF, stroke, intracranial atherosclerotic stenosis, carotid diseases, moyamoya, or vascular tumors, and want world-class care, Duke Health must be your choice. Dr. Hasan is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Vein of Galen Aneurysm. His top areas of expertise are Brain Aneurysm, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Arteriovenous Malformation, Transmyocardial Revascularization, and Stent Placement.

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 Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Vein of Galen Aneurysm. His top areas of expertise are Brain Aneurysm, Acoustic Neuroma, Schwannoma, Endovascular Embolization, and Cerebral Artery Bypass Surgery.

My research and clinical focus is cerebrovascular disease, specifically the treatment of brain aneurysms, brain arteriovenous malformations, carotid disease, Moya-moya and stroke. I also treat patients with brain tumors and spine issues. In general, I like to analyze complex problems and propose simple solutions. In neurosurgery, typically, the simplest solution is the safest. Your safety and best possible treatment is my number one priority. More often than not, you may be surprised to learn that after thorough analysis of all the information, you may not need treatment, but instead careful observation. If treatment is indicated, I provide a comprehensive spectrum of care including radiosurgery, minimally invasive treatment in the cathlab, and open surgery. At Duke, I love to be able to offer these services as a member of a friendly and fabulous team. In addition, I am proud to be able to provide the newest clinical treatment options available. My ultimate goal is to further improve patient experience and outcomes. My hobbies are playing the piano, hiking, skiing and gardening, which I enjoy together with my wife and four children. Dr. Hauck is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Vein of Galen Aneurysm. His top areas of expertise are Brain Aneurysm, Arteriovenous Malformation, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Stent Placement, and Transmyocardial Revascularization.

I'm a radiation oncologist, and I specialize in treating brain, base of skull and spine tumors, as well as tumors that arise in the body but go to the brain or the spine, as in certain cases of lung, breast and kidney cancer and melanoma. When I meet with a patient, it’s important for me to introduce them and their family to our team of doctors, therapists, nurses and treatment planners. The patient and their family will also become members of this team – truly the most important part - so we can work together to tailor care based on their wants and needs. At Duke, we’ve developed techniques to precisely and accurately treat small, complex lesions and tumors. We can minimize the amount of radiation that goes into normal tissues and at the same time maximize the amount of radiation where it is needed. Our team is geared to delivering every treatment to each patient exactly as planned, especially in complicated and difficult situations. As a patient or a physician, I think there’s no better place to be than Duke. I love my work, feel honored that my patients place their trust in our team and me and work hard to earn that trust. Dr. Kirkpatrick is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Vein of Galen Aneurysm. His top areas of expertise are Brain Tumor, Meningioma, Glioma, Astrocytoma, and Gamma Knife Radiosurgery.

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 Vein of Galen Aneurysm. His top areas of expertise are Astrocytoma, Glioma, Glioblastoma, Awake Craniotomy, and Laminectomy.

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 Vein of Galen Aneurysm. His top areas of expertise are Chiari Malformation Type 2, Medulloblastoma, Syringomyelia, Posterior Fossa Decompression, and Osteotomy.

Sujata Ghate is a Radiologist in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Ghate has been practicing medicine for over 31 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Vein of Galen Aneurysm. Her top areas of expertise are Breast Lump, Galactocoele, Vein of Galen Aneurysm, and Focal or Multifocal Malformations in Neuronal Migration.

I am a radiation oncologist specializing in the treatment of head and neck cancers. I am passionate about helping patients to navigate the life changes surrounding the diagnosis and treatment for head and neck cancers. I chose a career in oncology because I empathize with patients and families owing to my own, close, family member's journey with cancer. My research interests include investigating new ways to make head and neck radiation better-tolerated. In my free time, I enjoy spending time with family and friends, trying new foods, and watching cat videos. Dr. Yu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Vein of Galen Aneurysm. Her top areas of expertise are Astrocytoma, Glioblastoma, Neuroepithelioma, and Atypical Teratoid Rhabdoid Tumor (ATRT).

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 Vein of Galen Aneurysm. 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 decided to pursue a career in family medicine due to its emphasis on caring for all patients regardless of their age or illness and getting to know patients well. Family medicine also emphasizes preventative care at the population level, which I am passionate about. The health care landscape in the United States can be very challenging to navigate, and I enjoy helping my patients get connected to various resources and specialists so they can live a healthy and happy life. My approach to patient care is providing my patients with the most up-to-date information and allowing them to make the ultimate choice. I also encourage my patients to play an active role in their care, and I try to enable that in whatever way I can. I am originally from Sierra Leone and moved to the United States after high school. Dr. Barrie is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Vein of Galen Aneurysm. His top areas of expertise are Arachnoid Cysts, Rathke Cleft Cyst, Leishmaniasis, Craniectomy, and Spinal Fusion.

Hortensia Alvarez-Cortinas is a Radiologist in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Alvarez-Cortinas is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Vein of Galen Aneurysm. Her top areas of expertise are Brain Aneurysm, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation, Carotid Artery Surgery, and Stent Placement.

Colette Shen is a Radiation Oncologist in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Shen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Vein of Galen Aneurysm. Her top areas of expertise are Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma, Throat Cancer, Laryngeal Cancer, and Posterior Fossa Tumor. Dr. Shen is currently accepting new patients.

Edward Yap is a Neurosurgery provider in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Yap is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Vein of Galen Aneurysm. His top areas of expertise are Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Brain Aneurysm, Stroke, Stent Placement, and Transmyocardial Revascularization. Dr. Yap is currently accepting new patients.

Nelson Oyesiku is a Neurosurgery provider in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Oyesiku is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Vein of Galen Aneurysm. His top areas of expertise are Pituitary Tumor, Hypothalamic Tumor, Pituitary Apoplexy, Balloon Sinuplasty, and Endoscopic Transnasal Transsphenoidal Surgery. Dr. Oyesiku is currently accepting new patients.

Michael Wang is a Neurologist in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Wang is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Vein of Galen Aneurysm. His top areas of expertise are Brain Aneurysm, Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy, Stroke, Gastrostomy, and Transmyocardial Revascularization. Dr. Wang is currently accepting new patients.