Steven R. Abram
Expertise in
27
conditions

Dr. Steven R. Abram

Neurosurgery
Howell Allen Clinic With Ascension Saint Thomas Cookeville
120 Walnut Commons Ln, Ste C, 
Cookeville, TN 
Accepting New Patients
Offers Telehealth
Expertise in
27
conditions
Howell Allen Clinic With Ascension Saint Thomas Cookeville
120 Walnut Commons Ln, Ste C, 
Cookeville, TN 

Overview

Steven R. Abram, MD, is a board-certified neurosurgeon with Howell Allen Clinic with Ascension Saint Thomas in Nashville and Cookeville, TN. He performs brain and spine surgery for patients 18 years of age and older. Dr. Abram has a special interest in brain and spine tumors and is the medical director of the UNITY program at Ascension Saint Thomas. This program is the region's first and only fully integrated comprehensive neurosurgical center dedicated to treating brain and spine tumors.

Dr. Abram is highly rated in 27 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Spondylolisthesis, Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET), Posterior Fossa Tumor, Gamma Knife Radiosurgery, and Septoplasty.

Dr. Abram is board certified in The American Board Of Neurological Surgery - Neurological Surgery. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 11 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial. Dr. Abram is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Neurosurgery

Licenses

Neurological Surgery in TN

Board Certifications

The American Board Of Neurological Surgery - Neurological Surgery

Hospital Affiliations

Ascension Saint Thomas Hospital Midtown
Ascension Saint Thomas Hospital
Saint Thomas Hospital For Specialty Surgery
Ascension Saint Thomas Hospital
Cookeville Regional Medical Center
Cumberland Medical Center
Saint Thomas Hospital For Spinal Surgery
Saint Thomas Highlands Hospital

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

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Locations

Howell Allen Clinic with Ascension Saint Thomas Cookeville
120 Walnut Commons Ln, Ste C, Cookeville, TN 38501
Other Locations
Howell Allen Clinic with Ascension Saint Thomas West
4230 Harding Pike, Ste 810, Nashville, TN 37205

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.

1 Clinical Trials

Laser Ablation of Abnormal Neurological Tissue Using Robotic NeuroBlate System (LAANTERN) Prospective Registry
Laser Ablation of Abnormal Neurological Tissue Using Robotic NeuroBlate System (LAANTERN) Prospective Registry
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: April 24, 2025
Intervention Type: Device

11 Total Publications

Laser Interstitial Thermal Therapy for Brain Tumors: A Prospective Multicenter Analysis of Patients From the LAANTERN Study.
Laser Interstitial Thermal Therapy for Brain Tumors: A Prospective Multicenter Analysis of Patients From the LAANTERN Study.
Journal: Journal of clinical oncology : official journal of the American Society of Clinical Oncology
Published: August 17, 2026
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Howell Allen Clinic With Ascension Saint Thomas Cookeville

120 Walnut Commons Ln, Ste C, 
Cookeville, TN 
 (0.1 miles away)
615-327-9543
Languages Spoken:
English, Spanish
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Accepting New Patients
Offers Telehealth

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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Steven R. Abram

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Is Dr. Steven R. Abram a top-rated expert for Spondylolisthesis?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Steven R. Abram is classified as an Distinguished expert for Spondylolisthesis, 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. Steven R. Abram specialize in?

While Dr. Steven R. Abram is a Neurosurgery, they have specific expertise in Spondylolisthesis, Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET), and Posterior Fossa Tumor. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurosurgery.

Does Dr. Steven R. Abram participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Steven R. Abram has published 11 articles and abstracts on conditions like Spondylolisthesis. You can view a list of Dr. Steven R. Abram's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Steven R. Abram accept my insurance?

Dr. Steven R. Abram accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 615-327-9543 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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