Dr. Gillian Harrison
Overview
Dr. Gillian Harrison is a fellowship-trained neurosurgeon. She joined Inova in 2023. She specializes in the management of skull base lesions, pituitary tumors, benign and malignant brain tumors, and trigeminal neuralgia. She has experience in endoscopic endonasal and minimally invasive cranial surgery as well as stereotactic radiosurgery. Prior to joining Inova, Dr. Harrison completed residency training in neurological surgery at New York University. She then completed a fellowship in skull base and cerebrovascular neurosurgery at Goodman Campbell Brain and Spine in Indianapolis, IN, followed by a fellowship focusing on skull base and endoscopic endonasal pituitary surgery at the Medical College of Wisconsin in Milwaukee. Dr. Harrison serves as Assistant Professor of Neurosurgery at the University of Virginia School of Medicine, Inova Fairfax Medical Campus. Dr. Harrison utilizes a multidisciplinary approach to provide the most comprehensive, safe and evidence-based care possible. She is committed to helping patients and their families understand their diagnoses and treatment options, both operative and nonoperative. Her mission is to empower them to make well-informed decisions in line with their preferences and lifestyles to achieve the best possible outcomes. A Maryland native, Dr. Harrison currently resides in Alexandria, VA. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with family, friends and her dog. She also loves traveling, sailing, cycling and listening to live music.
Her clinical expertise encompasses Brain Tumor, Posterior Fossa Tumor, Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET), and Dysembryoplastic Neuroepithelial Tumors (DNET).
She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 12 peer reviewed articles.
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Locations
1500 N Beauregard St, 300, Alexandria, VA 22311
3620 Joseph Siewick Dr, 400, Fairfax, VA 22033
3800 Fettler Park, 312, Dumfries, VA 22025
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Gillian Harrison
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Gillian Harrison?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Gillian Harrison by calling their office at 571-472-4100. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Gillian Harrison a top-rated expert for Brain Tumor?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Gillian Harrison is classified as an Experienced expert for Brain Tumor, 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. Gillian Harrison specialize in?
While Dr. Gillian Harrison is a Neurosurgery, they have specific expertise in Brain Tumor, Posterior Fossa Tumor, and Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurosurgery.
Does Dr. Gillian Harrison participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Gillian Harrison has published 12 articles and abstracts on conditions like Brain Tumor. You can view a list of Dr. Gillian Harrison's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Gillian Harrison accept my insurance?
Dr. Gillian Harrison accepts most major insurance plans, including Cigna and HealthKeepers. We recommend calling the office directly at 571-472-4100 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Acoustic NeuromaDr. Harrison isExperienced. Learn about Acoustic Neuroma.
- Brain Stem CancerDr. Harrison isExperienced. Learn about Brain Stem Cancer.
- Brain TumorDr. Harrison isExperienced. Learn about Brain Tumor.
- Cerebrospinal Fluid LeakDr. Harrison isExperienced. Learn about Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak.
- Dysembryoplastic Neuroepithelial Tumors (DNET)
- MeningiomaDr. Harrison isExperienced. Learn about Meningioma.