Expertise in
26
conditions

Dr. Patrick W. Hitchon

Neurosurgery
University Of Iowa Stead Family Children's Hospital
200 Hawkins Dr, 
Iowa City, IA 
Accepting New Patients
Expertise in
26
conditions
University Of Iowa Stead Family Children's Hospital
200 Hawkins Dr, 
Iowa City, IA 

Overview

Patrick Hitchon is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Iowa City, Iowa.

Dr. Hitchon is highly rated in 26 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Trigeminal Neuralgia, Fractured Spine, Spinal Stenosis, Microvascular Decompression, and Laminectomy.

He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 106 peer reviewed articles and participating in 3 clinical trials. Dr. Hitchon is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Neurosurgery

Licenses

Neurological Surgery in IA

Hospital Affiliations

University Of Iowa Health Care Medical Center Down
University Of Iowa Hospital & Clinics
Southeast Iowa Regional Medical Center

Languages Spoken

English
Arabic

Gender

Male

Insurance

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  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
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  • PPO
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  • POS
  • PPO
Wellcare
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  • HMO
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  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
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  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Wellmark
  • HMO
  • POS
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Locations

University of Iowa Stead Family Children's Hospital
200 Hawkins Dr, Iowa City, IA 52242

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.

3 Clinical Trials

Pharmacological Ascorbate Combined With Radiation and Temozolomide in Glioblastoma Multiforme: A Phase 2 Trial
Pharmacological Ascorbate Combined With Radiation and Temozolomide in Glioblastoma Multiforme: A Phase 2 Trial
Enrollment Status: Active_not_recruiting
Publish Date: December 12, 2025
Intervention Type: Drug, Radiation
Study Drugs: Temozolomide, Ascorbic Acid
Study Phase: Phase 2
Randomized, Controlled, Single-blind Study of Probable Benefit of the Neuro-Spinal Scaffold™ for Safety and Neurologic Recovery in Subjects With Complete Thoracic AIS A Spinal Cord Injury as Compared to Standard of Care
Randomized, Controlled, Single-blind Study of Probable Benefit of the Neuro-Spinal Scaffold™ for Safety and Neurologic Recovery in Subjects With Complete Thoracic AIS A Spinal Cord Injury as Compared to Standard of Care
Enrollment Status: Terminated
Publish Date: January 17, 2024
Intervention Type: Device
Study Phase: Not Applicable
The INSPIRE Study: InVivo Study of Probable Benefit of the Neuro-Spinal Scaffold(TM) for Safety and Neurologic Recovery in Subjects With Complete Thoracic AIS A Spinal Cord Injury
The INSPIRE Study: InVivo Study of Probable Benefit of the Neuro-Spinal Scaffold(TM) for Safety and Neurologic Recovery in Subjects With Complete Thoracic AIS A Spinal Cord Injury
Enrollment Status: Terminated
Publish Date: January 17, 2024
Intervention Type: Device
Study Phase: Not Applicable
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106 Total Publications

Comparison of survival, neurological, and radiographic outcomes between corpectomy and instrumented separation surgery for spinal metastatic disease: A single institutional experience.
Comparison of survival, neurological, and radiographic outcomes between corpectomy and instrumented separation surgery for spinal metastatic disease: A single institutional experience.
Journal: Clinical neurology and neurosurgery
Published: June 04, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Patrick W. Hitchon

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Is Dr. Patrick W. Hitchon a top-rated expert for Microvascular Decompression?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Patrick W. Hitchon is classified as an Elite expert for Microvascular Decompression, 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. Patrick W. Hitchon specialize in?

While Dr. Patrick W. Hitchon is a Neurosurgery, they have specific expertise in Microvascular Decompression, Trigeminal Neuralgia, and Fractured Spine. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurosurgery.

Does Dr. Patrick W. Hitchon participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Patrick W. Hitchon has published 106 articles and abstracts on conditions like Microvascular Decompression. You can view a list of Dr. Patrick W. Hitchon's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Patrick W. Hitchon accept my insurance?

Dr. Patrick W. Hitchon accepts most major insurance plans, including Blue Cross Blue Shield and Humana. We recommend calling the office directly at 319-356-2775 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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