
Overview
"Although he has lived in many places across the United States throughout childhood, Dr. Kevin Chen was born in the ""old"" Mott Children's Hospital at the University of Michigan. Dr. Chen completed his undergraduate degree (Neuroscience and Anthropology) at Johns Hopkins University, and his medical training at Duke University. This was followed by residency (Neurosurgery) at the University of Michigan and fellowship (Stereotactic/Functional Neurosurgery) at Stanford University.His clinical interests center on treating dysfunctional neural circuits, and using neuromodulation to help symptoms of movement disorders (e.g., Parkinson's disease, essential tremor, dystonia, etc.). Similarly, he has interest in neuromodulation using spinal cord stimulation for the treatment of certain chronic pain syndromes (e.g., complex regional pain syndrome, diabetic neuropathy, etc.), or use of intrathecal drug delivery (e.g., spasticity). He also has expertise in the surgical treatments of epilepsy, including vagal nerve stimulators, stereoelectroencephalography, responsive neurostimulators, deep brain stimulation for epilepsy, laser interstitial thermal therapy, and temporal lobectomy. During fellowship training, he also received training in the use of MRI-guided focused ultrasound, an incision-less approach for the treatment of movement disorders.Dr. Chen is an avid rock climber, and also enjoys swimming and snowboarding. He lives in Ann Arbor with his wife and daughter.".
Dr. Chen is highly rated in 18 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Essential Tremor, Parkinson's Disease, Movement Disorders, Deep Brain Stimulation, and Laminectomy.
Dr. Chen is board certified in Neurological Surgery. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 42 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Chen is currently accepting new patients.
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1500 E Medical Center Dr, Floor 2 Reception G, Ann Arbor, MI 48109
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Chen 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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C. S. Mott Children's Hospital
Hugh Garton is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Dr. Garton is highly rated in 73 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chiari Malformation, Chiari Malformation Type 1, Chiari Malformation Type 2, Posterior Fossa Decompression, and Gamma Knife Radiosurgery. Dr. Garton is board certified in Neurological Surgery. Dr. Garton is currently accepting new patients.
Taubman Center
Aditya S. Pandey, M.D. achieved his Bachelors of Science in Biological and Engineering Sciences from the Washington University in St. Louis and Doctorate of Medicine from Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine. He then gained training in neurological surgery with sub-specialty training in microsurgical and endovascular treatment of cerebrovascular disorders under the guidance of Dr. Robert Rosenwasser at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital. Dr. Pandey specializes in treating individuals who have blood vessel related diseases of the brain and spinal cord (e.g., aneurysms, AVM, stroke, fistulas, cavernomas, bleeding within the brain, etc.) as well as practicing general neurosurgery (spinal disorders, brain tumors, and traumatic brain injury). Dr. Pandey is able to perform the latest techniques to treat stroke utilizing suction-stent thrombectomy techniques as well as treating the most complex of aneurysms utilizing flow diversion technology. He is one of two neurosurgeons in the Ann Arbor region who are trained to perform both open surgeries and endovascular procedures when treating patients with brain blood vessel related diseases. Dr. Pandey is highly rated in 32 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Arteriovenous Malformation, Brain Aneurysm, Thrombectomy, and Stent Placement. Dr. Pandey is board certified in Neurological Surgery. Dr. Pandey is currently accepting new patients.
Taubman Center
Dr. Jason Heth attended The University of Iowa where he received his medical degree and also completed his residency in Neurosurgery. Dr. Heth then completed additional training in Skull Base Neurosurgery, completing a fellowship at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences. After completing his fellowship, he joined the faculty of the University of Michigan. Dr. Heth specializes in brain tumor treatment, including surgical removal, radiosurgery, and basic research. His primary areas of interest focus on gliomas, glioblastoma, brain metastasis, and meningiomas. He is also involved in medical student education and quality improvement programs at the University of Michigan. Dr. Heth is highly rated in 33 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Glioblastoma, Astrocytoma, Brain Tumor, Awake Craniotomy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Heth is board certified in Neurological Surgery. Dr. Heth is currently accepting new patients.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Kevin S. Chen
Is Dr. Kevin S. Chen a top-rated expert for Essential Tremor?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Kevin S. Chen is classified as an Advanced expert for Essential Tremor, 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. Kevin S. Chen specialize in?
While Dr. Kevin S. Chen is a Neurosurgery, they have specific expertise in Essential Tremor, Parkinson's Disease, and Movement Disorders. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurosurgery.
Does Dr. Kevin S. Chen participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Kevin S. Chen has published 42 articles and abstracts on conditions like Essential Tremor. You can view a list of Dr. Kevin S. Chen's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Kevin S. Chen accept my insurance?
Dr. Kevin S. Chen accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Brain AbscessDr. Chen isAdvanced. Learn about Brain Abscess.
- Brain HerniationDr. Chen isAdvanced. Learn about Brain Herniation.
- Chiari MalformationDr. Chen isAdvanced. Learn about Chiari Malformation.
- Chiari Malformation Type 1Dr. Chen isAdvanced. Learn about Chiari Malformation Type 1.
- Chiari Malformation Type 2Dr. Chen isAdvanced. Learn about Chiari Malformation Type 2.
- Chronic PainDr. Chen isAdvanced. Learn about Chronic Pain.
- Deep Brain StimulationDr. Chen isAdvanced. Learn about Deep Brain Stimulation.
- Epidural HematomaDr. Chen isAdvanced. Learn about Epidural Hematoma.
- Essential TremorDr. Chen isAdvanced. Learn about Essential Tremor.
- LaminectomyDr. Chen isAdvanced. Learn about Laminectomy.
- Movement DisordersDr. Chen isAdvanced. Learn about Movement Disorders.
- Parkinson's DiseaseDr. Chen isAdvanced. Learn about Parkinson's Disease.
- SciaticaDr. Chen isAdvanced. Learn about Sciatica.
- Spinal StenosisDr. Chen isAdvanced. Learn about Spinal Stenosis.
- SyringobulbiaDr. Chen isAdvanced. Learn about Syringobulbia.
- SyringomyeliaDr. Chen isAdvanced. Learn about Syringomyelia.
- ThrombophlebitisDr. Chen isAdvanced. Learn about Thrombophlebitis.
- Trigeminal NeuralgiaDr. Chen isAdvanced. Learn about Trigeminal Neuralgia.
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- ApoplexyDr. Chen isExperienced. Learn about Apoplexy.
- Brain Stem CancerDr. Chen isExperienced. Learn about Brain Stem Cancer.
- Central Pain SyndromeDr. Chen isExperienced. Learn about Central Pain Syndrome.
- Cerebellum Agenesis HydrocephalyDr. Chen isExperienced. Learn about Cerebellum Agenesis Hydrocephaly.
- Cerebral Arteriovenous MalformationDr. Chen isExperienced. Learn about Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation.
- Cervical Disc SurgeryDr. Chen isExperienced. Learn about Cervical Disc Surgery.
- Chronic Subdural HematomaDr. Chen isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Subdural Hematoma.
- Complex Regional Pain SyndromeDr. Chen isExperienced. Learn about Complex Regional Pain Syndrome.
- Congenital Cardiovascular ShuntDr. Chen isExperienced. Learn about Congenital Cardiovascular Shunt.
- Corpus Callosum Dysgenesis Hypopituitarism
- Cortical DysplasiaDr. Chen isExperienced. Learn about Cortical Dysplasia.
- DeliriumDr. Chen isExperienced. Learn about Delirium.
- Drug Induced DyskinesiaDr. Chen isExperienced. Learn about Drug Induced Dyskinesia.
- Dysembryoplastic Neuroepithelial Tumors (DNET)
- Epidural AbscessDr. Chen isExperienced. Learn about Epidural Abscess.
- Focal DystoniaDr. Chen isExperienced. Learn about Focal Dystonia.
- Focal or Multifocal Malformations in Neuronal Migration
- Foot DropDr. Chen isExperienced. Learn about Foot Drop.
- Herniated Disc SurgeryDr. Chen isExperienced. Learn about Herniated Disc Surgery.
- Herniated DiskDr. Chen isExperienced. Learn about Herniated Disk.
- HydrocephalusDr. Chen isExperienced. Learn about Hydrocephalus.
- Increased Intracranial PressureDr. Chen isExperienced. Learn about Increased Intracranial Pressure.
- Invertebral Disc DiseaseDr. Chen isExperienced. Learn about Invertebral Disc Disease.
- Lhermitte-Duclos DiseaseDr. Chen isExperienced. Learn about Lhermitte-Duclos Disease.
- LordosisDr. Chen isExperienced. Learn about Lordosis.
- Malignant Peripheral Nerve Sheath Tumor
- MeningitisDr. Chen isExperienced. Learn about Meningitis.
- Metastatic Brain TumorDr. Chen isExperienced. Learn about Metastatic Brain Tumor.
- MicrodiscectomyDr. Chen isExperienced. Learn about Microdiscectomy.
- MyelomeningoceleDr. Chen isExperienced. Learn about Myelomeningocele.
- NeuralgiaDr. Chen isExperienced. Learn about Neuralgia.
- Normal Pressure HydrocephalusDr. Chen isExperienced. Learn about Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus.
- Periventricular HeterotopiaDr. Chen isExperienced. Learn about Periventricular Heterotopia.
- Posterior Fossa TumorDr. Chen isExperienced. Learn about Posterior Fossa Tumor.
- Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET)
- Pseudotumor Cerebri SyndromeDr. Chen isExperienced. Learn about Pseudotumor Cerebri Syndrome.
- Sacral Nerve StimulationDr. Chen isExperienced. Learn about Sacral Nerve Stimulation.
- ScoliosisDr. Chen isExperienced. Learn about Scoliosis.
- SeizuresDr. Chen isExperienced. Learn about Seizures.
- SpasticityDr. Chen isExperienced. Learn about Spasticity.
- Spinal Cord AbscessDr. Chen isExperienced. Learn about Spinal Cord Abscess.
- Spinal FusionDr. Chen isExperienced. Learn about Spinal Fusion.
- SpondylolisthesisDr. Chen isExperienced. Learn about Spondylolisthesis.
- StrokeDr. Chen isExperienced. Learn about Stroke.
- Subarachnoid HemorrhageDr. Chen isExperienced. Learn about Subarachnoid Hemorrhage.
- Subcortical Band HeterotopiaDr. Chen isExperienced. Learn about Subcortical Band Heterotopia.
- Subdural HematomaDr. Chen isExperienced. Learn about Subdural Hematoma.
- Subependymal Nodular HeterotopiaDr. Chen isExperienced. Learn about Subependymal Nodular Heterotopia.
- Tethered Cord SyndromeDr. Chen isExperienced. Learn about Tethered Cord Syndrome.
- Vertebral Artery DissectionDr. Chen isExperienced. Learn about Vertebral Artery Dissection.


