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Amgad Hanna, MD, is a UW Health neurosurgeon. He’s also a professor in the Department of Neurological Surgery at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health.Dr. Hanna diagnoses and treats disorders of the spine and peripheral nerves (the part of the nervous system that lies outside the brain and spinal cord). These issues include pinched nerves, genetic conditions that cause non-cancerous nervous system tumors and damaged nerves near the neck and shoulder. He also sees patients with other trauma or sports-related nerve and spine injuries.Dr. Hanna has extensive experience in peripheral nerve surgery. He performs biopsies, removes tumors and surgically repairs various nerve problems throughout the body.As a leading expert in his field, Dr. Hanna strives to provide state-of-the-art care. He collaborates with a multidisciplinary team to address his patients’ physical and emotional needs. He takes the time to listen to his patients’ concerns and works with them to create tailored treatment plans.In addition to his clinical work, Dr. Hanna researches nerve regeneration and new treatments to improve recovery after spinal cord injuries.In his free time, Dr. Hanna enjoys playing soccer.I’m dedicated to finding a cure for each of my patients. Dr. Hanna is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Femoral Nerve Dysfunction, Mononeuritis Multiplex, Thoracic Outlet Syndrome, Osteotomy, and Nerve Decompression. Dr. Hanna is board certified in Neurological Surgery.

Azam Ahmed, MD, is a UW Health neurosurgeon. He treats patients with medical conditions of the brain and nervous system, primarily brain tumors, vascular problems, stroke and other conditions. Dr. Ahmed is also an associate professor in the Department of Neurological Surgery at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health.As a neurosurgeon, Dr. Ahmed treats patients with serious brain tumors and strokes. Dr. Ahmed has a special interest in treating difficult neurological conditions. He uses a variety of surgical tools, including a thin tube called an endoscope to go through the patient’s nose to treat tumors in areas that are traditionally difficult to reach. He also sees many patients who seek second opinions about their diagnosis.Dr. Ahmed builds trust with patients through open communication and shared decision-making. He ensures patients and their families understand their condition, treatment options and potential outcomes.Dr. Ahmed’s research focuses on how to treat patients with stroke or cancer for the best outcome.In his free time, Dr. Ahmed enjoys supporting his kids’ sports involvement, including ski jumping and hockey. Dr. Ahmed is highly rated in 37 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pituitary Tumor, Brain Aneurysm, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Stent Placement, and Awake Craniotomy. Dr. Ahmed is board certified in Neurological Surgery.

David Niemann, MD is a UW Health neurosurgeon and an associate professor at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health in the Department of Neurological Surgery.Dr. Niemann cares for people with blood vessel problems in the brain, including arteriovenous malformation, brain aneurysms, cerebral aneurysm, cavernous angioma and cavernous carotid fistula. He also treats stroke and intracranial atherosclerosis, which is narrowing of brain arteries.His expertise includes endovascular neurosurgery, which uses small tubes placed through blood vessels to treat problems inside the brain and interventional neuroradiology. He also provides stereotactic radiosurgery, a type of focused radiation, as well as endoscopic spine surgery. Dr. Niemann is highly rated in 17 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Brain Aneurysm, Stroke, Stent Placement, and Transmyocardial Revascularization. Dr. Niemann is board certified in Neurological Surgery.