Overview
Dr. Ramin Eskandari grew up in Ann Arbor, Michigan and received his bachelors in science in biology/neurobiology at the University of Michigan. After college Dr. Eskandari lived in Switzerland while working at a sports camp for kids. This was followed but two more years of international travel while receiving his Master's in Medical Science. He participated in research projects in artificial vision and hydrocephalus, fueling his future research interests in pediatric hydrocephalus and brain injury.Ramin Eskandari is an associate professor of neurosurgery and chief of pediatric neurosurgery at the Medical University of South Carolina. He holds adjunct positions in the Departments of Pediatrics (Child Neurology), Surgery (Plastic Surgery) and Immunology/Microbiology (Director of Pediatric Brain Injury and Hydrocephalus Research). His clinical expertise focuses on the surgical management of children with disorders of the brain and spine, minimally invasive methods for treating pediatric neurosurgical disorders, and endoscopic treatment of multiple disorders including complex hydrocephalus and brain tumors. Dr. Eskandari has always had a very fervent desire to maintain basic science research alongside clinical therapeutics. He opened the first pediatric hydrocephalus and brain jury research laboratory in South Carolina in 2014 and has maintained active research through internal, state level and philanthropic grant funding. Currently, his laboratory has invented a novel cell culture model of elevated intracranial pressure and has collaborated on a novel medical therapeutic to prevent progressive brain injury and hydrocephalus in neonates with brain hemorrhage.
Dr. Eskandari is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hydrocephalus, Syringomyelia, Chiari Malformation, Posterior Fossa Decompression, and Thrombectomy.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 54 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Eskandari is currently accepting new patients.
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2250 Mall Drive, 2nd Floor, North Charleston, SC 29406
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Dr. Eskandari 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Ramin Eskandari
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Ramin Eskandari?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Ramin Eskandari by calling their office at 843-876-0444. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Ramin Eskandari a top-rated expert for Posterior Fossa Decompression?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Ramin Eskandari is classified as an Distinguished expert for Posterior Fossa 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. Ramin Eskandari specialize in?
While Dr. Ramin Eskandari is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Posterior Fossa Decompression, Hydrocephalus, and Syringomyelia. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.
Does Dr. Ramin Eskandari participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Ramin Eskandari has published 54 articles and abstracts on conditions like Posterior Fossa Decompression. You can view a list of Dr. Ramin Eskandari's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Ramin Eskandari accept my insurance?
Dr. Ramin Eskandari accepts most major insurance plans, including Absolute Total Care South Carolina and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly at 843-876-0444 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- Distinguished
- HydrocephalusDr. Eskandari isDistinguished. Learn about Hydrocephalus.
- Posterior Fossa DecompressionDr. Eskandari isDistinguished. Learn about Posterior Fossa Decompression.
- Advanced
- Bulging FontanellesDr. Eskandari isAdvanced. Learn about Bulging Fontanelles.
- Chiari MalformationDr. Eskandari isAdvanced. Learn about Chiari Malformation.
- Chiari Malformation Type 1Dr. Eskandari isAdvanced. Learn about Chiari Malformation Type 1.
- Chiari Malformation Type 2Dr. Eskandari isAdvanced. Learn about Chiari Malformation Type 2.
- CraniosynostosisDr. Eskandari isAdvanced. Learn about Craniosynostosis.
- Increased Head CircumferenceDr. Eskandari isAdvanced. Learn about Increased Head Circumference.
- Experienced
- ApoplexyDr. Eskandari isExperienced. Learn about Apoplexy.
- Arachnoid CystsDr. Eskandari isExperienced. Learn about Arachnoid Cysts.
- Baller-Gerold SyndromeDr. Eskandari isExperienced. Learn about Baller-Gerold Syndrome.
- Binder's SyndromeDr. Eskandari isExperienced. Learn about Binder's Syndrome.
- Brain HerniationDr. Eskandari isExperienced. Learn about Brain Herniation.
- Brain Stem CancerDr. Eskandari isExperienced. Learn about Brain Stem Cancer.