
Overview
"Dr. Krucoff is a board-certified neurosurgeon-scientist and brain tumor specialist on faculty in the Departments of Neurosurgery and Biomedical Engineering at the Medical College of Wisconsin and Marquette University. He received his Bachelor of Science (BS) in Biomedical Engineering from Northwestern University in Evanston, IL, and his Doctor of Medicine (MD) from George Washington University in Washington, DC. Dr. Krucoff completed his neurosurgical residency at Duke University in Durham, NC, where he trained extensively in brain tumor surgery under some of the biggest names in the field. He also completed a fellowship in functional epilepsy surgery at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF), where he focused on brain mapping and implantable neuromodulation devices.Dr. Krucoff's excellent surgical technique and bedside manner have been recognized by his mentors and peers throughout his career, earning him the prestigious Surgical Excellence Award as a chief resident and election into the Alpha Omega Alpha (AOA) medical honor society as a medical student. Dr. Krucoff's scientific pursuits have also earned him widespread recognition, including election into the Robert J. Lefkowitz Society for physician-scientists at Duke and the Tau Beta Pi (TBP) engineering honor society at Northwestern. Additionally, he has authored over 20 peer-reviewed journal articles and book chapters to date.As a neurosurgeon, Dr. Krucoff integrates the latest technological advancements with microscopic surgical technique to get the best outcomes for his patients. He specializes in brain tumor operations that preserve critical neurological functions when they are at risk, like language and movement. His laboratory at Marquette University studies neuroplasticity using fully implanted neural interfaces with the hope of one day improving neurological recovery from tumors, strokes, traumatic brain injury, and spinal cord injury.In 2024, Dr. Krucoff was recognized by the Milwaukee Business Journal as a ""40-Under-40"" winner for his outstanding contributions to the Milwaukee community.Please watch thisvideoto learn more about Dr. Krucoff.Dr. Krucoff and his work with patients has been featured in the following:Spectrum NewsFroedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin".
Dr. Krucoff is highly rated in 16 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Astrocytoma, Glioma, Glioblastoma, Awake Craniotomy, and Gamma Knife Radiosurgery.
Dr. Krucoff is board certified in Neurological Surgery. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 48 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Krucoff is currently accepting new patients.
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900 N. 92nd St., Milwaukee, WI 53226
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Nathan T. Zwagerman, MD, joined the faculty at the Medical College of Wisconsin in 2017 after completing his residency and fellowship training at the university of Pittsburgh. He completed his undergraduate studies at Calvin College in Grand Rapids, MI while majoring in Psychology. He completed his medical training at Wayne State University School of Medicine in Detroit, MI. He was born and raised on a family farm in West Michigan.Dr. Zwagerman completed a two year fellowship in endoscopic endonasal pituitary and endoscopic and open skull base surgery. His research has been focused on evaluating patient outcomes after endoscopic skull base surgery and developing improved techniques to repair injured peripheral nerves.Dr. Zwagerman received the Student's Golden Heart Award as a 4th year medical student as voted on by his peers for his work in research and his volunteer activity. In 2016, He was awarded the American Association of Neurological Surgeons Synthes Skull base award for his work with Dr. Paul Gardner for a randomized controlled trial of lumbar drain placement after endoscopic skull base surgery. More recently, in 2017 he was awarded the American Association of Neurological Surgeons first place poster for peripheral nerve. Dr. Zwagerman is highly rated in 39 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pituitary Tumor, Hypothalamic Tumor, Meningioma, Balloon Sinuplasty, and Thrombectomy. Dr. Zwagerman is board certified in Neurological Surgery. Dr. Zwagerman is currently accepting new patients.
Tosa Health Center
Dr. Aditya Vedantam is a board certified, fellowship trained neurosurgeon. He attended medical school at the Christian Medical College and Hospital in Vellore, India and graduated at the top of his class. He then spent two years as a postdoctoral research fellow at the Medical College of Wisconsin in Milwaukee, WI studying advanced MRI techniques to evaluate spinal cord disease. He completed his neurosurgery residency at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, TX, and then completed a fellowship in Minimally Invasive and Complex Spine Surgery at the University of Miami in Miami, FL.Dr. Vedantam is returning to Milwaukee and will continue to pursue his research interests, which include the use of novel MRI techniques and tools to improve care for patients with spinal disorders. He has performed extensive research in the field of spine MRI and has won multiple national and institutional awards for his work. He has published over 50 peer-reviewed scientific manuscripts. His goal is to use his research efforts in the laboratory to enhance the lives of patients in the clinic. Dr. Vedantam performs surgery for a variety of spinal conditions and has special expertise in minimally-invasive surgical techniques. Dr. Vedantam is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cervical Myelopathy, Cervical Spondylosis, Traumatic Brain Injury, Cordotomy, and Laminectomy. Dr. Vedantam is board certified in Neurological Surgery. Dr. Vedantam is currently accepting new patients.
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Wade Mueller, MD, is a Professor in the Department of Neurosurgery at the Medical College of Wisconsin. A graduate of the University of Wisconsin Medical School, he completed the residency program in neurological surgery at the Medical College of Wisconsin. He had additional training at the Spinal Cord Injury Service at the Zablocki Veterans Medical Center. He also completed an Epilepsy Surgery Fellowship directed by George A. Ojemann, MD, at the University of Washington. His bibliography and his presentations have covered topics of functional mapping, awake surgery, malignant tumor surgery, surgical treatments of epilepsy, spinal fixation and instrumentation. He is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery. Dr. Mueller is highly rated in 29 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Seizures, Subdural Hematoma, Brain Tumor, Awake Craniotomy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Mueller is board certified in Neurological Surgery. Dr. Mueller is currently accepting new patients.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Max O. Krucoff
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Is Dr. Max O. Krucoff a top-rated expert for Astrocytoma?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Max O. Krucoff is classified as an Distinguished expert for Astrocytoma, 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. Max O. Krucoff specialize in?
While Dr. Max O. Krucoff is a Neurosurgery, they have specific expertise in Astrocytoma, Glioma, and Glioblastoma. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurosurgery.
Does Dr. Max O. Krucoff participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Max O. Krucoff has published 48 articles and abstracts on conditions like Astrocytoma. You can view a list of Dr. Max O. Krucoff's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Max O. Krucoff accept my insurance?
Dr. Max O. Krucoff accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 414-805-5400 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- Distinguished
- AstrocytomaDr. Krucoff isDistinguished. Learn about Astrocytoma.
- Brain TumorDr. Krucoff isDistinguished. Learn about Brain Tumor.
- GlioblastomaDr. Krucoff isDistinguished. Learn about Glioblastoma.
- GliomaDr. Krucoff isDistinguished. Learn about Glioma.
- Posterior Fossa TumorDr. Krucoff isDistinguished. Learn about Posterior Fossa Tumor.
- Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET)Dr. Krucoff isDistinguished. Learn about Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET).
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- Atypical Teratoid Rhabdoid Tumor (ATRT)
- Awake CraniotomyDr. Krucoff isAdvanced. Learn about Awake Craniotomy.
- Embryonal Tumor with Multilayered Rosettes
- EpendymomaDr. Krucoff isAdvanced. Learn about Ependymoma.
- Gliomatosis CerebriDr. Krucoff isAdvanced. Learn about Gliomatosis Cerebri.
- GliosarcomaDr. Krucoff isAdvanced. Learn about Gliosarcoma.
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- ApoplexyDr. Krucoff isExperienced. Learn about Apoplexy.
- Brain AbscessDr. Krucoff isExperienced. Learn about Brain Abscess.
- Brain Stem CancerDr. Krucoff isExperienced. Learn about Brain Stem Cancer.
- Cerebellum Agenesis HydrocephalyDr. Krucoff isExperienced. Learn about Cerebellum Agenesis Hydrocephaly.
- Cerebral Ventricle CancerDr. Krucoff isExperienced. Learn about Cerebral Ventricle Cancer.
- Cerebrospinal Fluid LeakDr. Krucoff isExperienced. Learn about Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak.


