Overview
Dr. Elvira Lekka earned a medical degree at the University of Florence in Italy and a doctorate in oncological surgery at the University of Central Lancashire in the United Kingdom. She completed a neurosurgery residency and a fellowship in neuro-oncology at Salford Royal Hospital in the United Kingdom, followed by advanced fellowship training in neuroendovascular surgery and a second neurosurgery residency at McGovern Medical School at UTHealth Houston. Dr. Lekka, who has been in practice since 2002, sees patients ages 18 and older. She treats a wide range of conditions affecting the brain, spine, and blood vessels of the nervous system, including brain and spinal tumors, aneurysms, vascular malformations, hydrocephalus, pituitary tumors, and complex brain tumors involving speech, movement, vision, and sensation. She also speaks Italian and Greek fluently. She uses advanced surgical technologies, such as awake brain surgery with real-time brain mapping, minimally invasive laser treatments, endoscopic procedures and advanced imaging guidance, to improve safety during surgery and help achieve the best possible outcomes. Dr. Lekka’s approach to care involves meeting patients where they are and taking the time to explain diagnoses and treatment options in clear, understandable terms. She believes in shared decision-making and objectively reviewing test results and imaging before developing a treatment plan tailored to each patient’s needs and goals. The cornerstones of her practice are dedication, attention to detail, empathy and availability to patients. They value her calm, reassuring and confident manner and her ability to explain things clearly. Her patients also appreciate how she cares for them, values their opinions and involves them in their treatment plans. A resident of the Energy Corridor, Dr. Lekka is married and the mother of two girls. In her leisure time, she enjoys playing the piano, tennis and walking on trails.
Her clinical expertise encompasses Pseudotumor Cerebri Syndrome, Increased Intracranial Pressure, Subdural Hematoma, Thrombectomy, and Stent Placement.
She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 8 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Lekka is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
23960 Katy Freeway, Suite 380, Katy, TX 77494
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Dr. Lekka has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.
Clinical Research
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Spiros Blackburn, MD, is a board-certified neurosurgeon who specializes in cerebrovascular and skull base surgery. He has special expertise in both endoscopic and endovascular neurosurgery. A summa cum laude graduate of Old Dominion University in Norfolk, Virginia, Dr. Blackburn received his medical degree at The University of Texas Southwestern Medical School in Dallas. After concluding his residency at Washington University in St. Louis, he completed a cerebrovascular fellowship at Emory University in Atlanta and a neuro-endovascular fellowship at Mallinckrodt Institute of Radiology at Washington University. Prior to joining Mischer Neuroscience Institute, he held a faculty appointment as assistant professor of neurosurgery at the University of Florida in Gainesville. The recipient of numerous academic awards, Dr. Blackburn has lectured nationally on the management of cerebral aneurysms, surgical anatomy, arteriovenous malformations and stroke. His research has been published in peer-reviewed journals including PNAS, Neurosurgery, World Neurosurgery, Journal of NeuroInterventional Surgery, British Journal of Neurosurgery, Journal of Neurosurgery, Stroke and Journal of Neuro-Oncology, among others. His clinical research interests include biomarkers for cerebral vasospasm and translational research for patients with subarachnoid hemorrhage, as well as a number of clinical trials for the treatment of brain aneurysms. He treats the following conditions: Cerebral aneurysms and arteriovenous malformations Meningiomas and other tumors involving the skull base Pituitary tumors Moya Moya disease Carotid artery - stenosis and endarterectomy Cavernous malformations He has special expertise in: Endovascular neurosurgery (also called interventional neuroradiology) – coil embolization of aneurysms Endoscopic approaches to pituitary tumors, meningiomas, and other mass lesions. Dr. Blackburn is highly rated in 27 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Stroke, Apoplexy, Thrombectomy, and Endovascular Embolization. Dr. Blackburn is currently accepting new patients.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Elvira M. Lekka
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Elvira M. Lekka?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Elvira M. Lekka by calling their office at 281-500-6366. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Elvira M. Lekka a top-rated expert for Thrombectomy?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Elvira M. Lekka is classified as an Experienced expert for Thrombectomy, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Elvira M. Lekka specialize in?
While Dr. Elvira M. Lekka is a Neurosurgery, they have specific expertise in Thrombectomy, Pseudotumor Cerebri Syndrome, and Increased Intracranial Pressure. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurosurgery.
Does Dr. Elvira M. Lekka participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Elvira M. Lekka has published 8 articles and abstracts on conditions like Thrombectomy. You can view a list of Dr. Elvira M. Lekka's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Elvira M. Lekka accept my insurance?
Dr. Elvira M. Lekka accepts most major insurance plans, including Anthem BCBS and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly at 281-500-6366 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Increased Intracranial PressureDr. Lekka isExperienced. Learn about Increased Intracranial Pressure.
- Pseudotumor Cerebri SyndromeDr. Lekka isExperienced. Learn about Pseudotumor Cerebri Syndrome.
- Stent PlacementDr. Lekka isExperienced. Learn about Stent Placement.
- Subdural HematomaDr. Lekka isExperienced. Learn about Subdural Hematoma.
- ThrombectomyDr. Lekka isExperienced. Learn about Thrombectomy.
- ThrombophlebitisDr. Lekka isExperienced. Learn about Thrombophlebitis.