
Overview
Mir Ali MD, is a neurosurgery fellow with Virginia Mason Medical Center. Dr. Ali is deeply passionate about all facets of neurosurgery and drawn especially to the intricate interplay among imaging, anatomy and direct patient care. Spine and endovascular neurosurgery, in particular, embody this convergence, where precision diagnostics meet high-stakes intervention. He finds purpose in the challenge of translating radiographic insight into surgical action, and combining technical skill with thoughtful, patient-centered care. The latter involves taking time to listen to his patients, ensuring they feel heard and understood, and building trust through clear, honest and compassionate communication.Away from work, Dr. Ali enjoys 3D printing, fountain pen and fragrance collecting, PC building/gaming, cooking/baking, multicopter building/flying, and hiking.
Dr. Ali is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Oligodendroglioma, Brain Tumor, Astrocytoma, Osteotomy, and Thrombectomy.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 24 peer reviewed articles.
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1100 Ninth Avenue, Seattle, WA 98101
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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Dr. McDougall became certified as a neurosurgeon in 1993. He has focused his entire career on the treatment of stroke and cerebrovascular disease, and he was one of the first neurosurgeons in the country to receive fellowship training in endovascular techniques. Once Guglielmi detachable coils received FDA approval in 1995, he was the first neurosurgeon in North America to treat a patient with an intracranial aneurysm using this device. Since that time, he has been extensively involved in research to improve endovascular techniques including being the principal investigator on large, randomized, international studies. He is a past president of the Society of NeuroInterventional Surgeons, has published over two hundred papers in peer reviewed journals and been an invited lecturer on every continent except Antarctica. Dr. Mcdougall is highly rated in 14 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Brain Aneurysm, Arteriovenous Malformation, Pica, Extracranial-Intracranial Bypass Surgery, and Stent Placement. Dr. Mcdougall is board certified in American Board Of Neurological Surgery. Dr. Mcdougall is currently accepting new patients.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Mir A. Ali
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Mir A. Ali?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Mir A. Ali by calling their office at 206-223-7525. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Mir A. Ali a top-rated expert for Osteotomy?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Mir A. Ali is classified as an Advanced expert for Osteotomy, 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. Mir A. Ali specialize in?
While Dr. Mir A. Ali is a Neurosurgery, they have specific expertise in Osteotomy, Thrombectomy, and Oligodendroglioma. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurosurgery.
Does Dr. Mir A. Ali participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Mir A. Ali has published 24 articles and abstracts on conditions like Osteotomy. You can view a list of Dr. Mir A. Ali's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Mir A. Ali accept my insurance?
Dr. Mir A. Ali accepts most major insurance plans, including Blue Cross Blue Shield and Cigna. We recommend calling the office directly at 206-223-7525 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
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- OsteotomyDr. Ali isAdvanced. Learn about Osteotomy.
- Experienced
- AstrocytomaDr. Ali isExperienced. Learn about Astrocytoma.
- Brain TumorDr. Ali isExperienced. Learn about Brain Tumor.
- GlioblastomaDr. Ali isExperienced. Learn about Glioblastoma.
- GliomaDr. Ali isExperienced. Learn about Glioma.
- Gliomatosis CerebriDr. Ali isExperienced. Learn about Gliomatosis Cerebri.
- OligodendrogliomaDr. Ali isExperienced. Learn about Oligodendroglioma.
- Spinal FusionDr. Ali isExperienced. Learn about Spinal Fusion.
- ThrombectomyDr. Ali isExperienced. Learn about Thrombectomy.
