Mark G. Luciano
Expertise in
25
conditions

Dr. Mark G. Luciano

Neurosurgery
Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center
301 Mason Lord Drive, Suite 1201, 
Baltimore, MD 
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Expertise in
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Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center
301 Mason Lord Drive, Suite 1201, 
Baltimore, MD 

Overview

Dr. Mark Luciano is the director of the Johns Hopkins Hydrocephalus and Cerebral Fluid Center. A renowned leader in treating hydrocephalus, Dr. Luciano is distinguished both nationally and internationally for his research and educational and clinical work in neuroendoscopy. Dr. Luciano treats adults with hydrocephalus, pseudotumor cerebri, intracranial hypotension, Chiari malformations, and cerebral and spinal cysts. He has significant expertise treating children and adults with cerebrospinal fluid leaks and congenital disorders. Among his accomplishments in neuroscience research and biomedical engineering are his investigation of the cerebrovascular response to hydrocephalus and the invention of a unique device for control of intracranial pressure (ICP) pulsatility to increase blood flow. His National Institutes of Health-funded studies have explored prolonged compression and hypoxia in the brain as a result of hydrocephalus, as well as the interaction between cerebrospinal fluid and vascular systems.

Dr. Luciano is highly rated in 25 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hydrocephalus, Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus, Increased Intracranial Pressure, Posterior Fossa Decompression, and Stent Placement.

Dr. Luciano is board certified in American Board Of Neurological Surgery. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 111 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial. Dr. Luciano is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Neurosurgery

Licenses

Neurological Surgery in OH

Board Certifications

American Board Of Neurological Surgery

Fellowships

Boston Children's Hospital, Pediatric Neurosurgery, 1993

Hospital Affiliations

Sibley Memorial Hospital
The Johns Hopkins Hospital
Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

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Locations

Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center
301 Mason Lord Drive, Suite 1201, Baltimore, MD 21224

Additional Areas of Focus

Dr. Luciano 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.

Chiari Malformation
Hydrocephalus

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.

1 Clinical Trials

A Placebo-Controlled Efficacy in iNPH Shunting (PENS) Trial
A Placebo-Controlled Efficacy in iNPH Shunting (PENS) Trial
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: August 27, 2026
Intervention Type: Device
Study Phase: Not Applicable

111 Total Publications

Fully Automated Deep Learning-Based Pipeline for Evans Index Measurement from Raw 3D MRI.
Fully Automated Deep Learning-Based Pipeline for Evans Index Measurement from Raw 3D MRI.
Journal: Neuroscience informatics
Published: April 27, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Mark G. Luciano

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Is Dr. Mark G. Luciano a top-rated expert for Hydrocephalus?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Mark G. Luciano is classified as an Elite expert for Hydrocephalus, 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. Mark G. Luciano specialize in?

While Dr. Mark G. Luciano is a Neurosurgery, they have specific expertise in Hydrocephalus, Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus, and Increased Intracranial Pressure. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurosurgery.

Does Dr. Mark G. Luciano participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Mark G. Luciano has published 111 articles and abstracts on conditions like Hydrocephalus. You can view a list of Dr. Mark G. Luciano's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Mark G. Luciano accept my insurance?

Dr. Mark G. Luciano accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and CareFirst. We recommend calling the office directly at 410-550-0465 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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