Overview
Dr. Virgilio Matheus is a board-certified neurosurgeon with the Orlando Health Spine Center, a multidisciplinary collaboration between Orlando Health Jewett Orthopedic Institute and Orlando Health Neuroscience Institute with extensive training in complex spine issues. He has expertise in treating: Brain, spine and peripheral nerves Herniated disks Tumors of the spine Spinal diseases and deformities Spine fractures and trauma Scoliosis Hydrocephalus Cerebrovascular diseases Dr. Matheus and his patients discuss expectations and treatment options. His greatest satisfaction is in seeing his patients resume activities they once enjoyed. Dr. Matheus’s Training He received his medical training from the J.M. Vargas School of Medicine at Central University of Venezuela in Caracas. Dr. Matheus completed his residency in neurological surgery and his fellowship in complex spine surgery at Cleveland Clinic Foundation in Ohio. He was named Resident of the Year and also received the Synthes Award from the Congress of Neurological Surgeons for resident research on spinal cord and spinal column injuries. About Dr. Matheus Before joining Orlando Health, Dr. Matheus was the medical director of neurosurgery at Southeastern Regional Medical Center in Lumberton, North Carolina, where he was awarded the physician spotlight award for excellence of care. He also served as an assistant professor at Campbell University School of Osteopathic Medicine in Lillington, North Carolina. Dr. Matheus has completed a number of research studies, been published in peer-reviewed journals and authored chapters on several books related to spine surgery. He is a fellow of the American Association of Neurological Surgeons and board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery. He is a member of the American Association of Neurological Surgeons and Congress of Neurological Surgeons. Outside of work, Dr. Matheus enjoys swimming and scuba diving. He is fluent in English and Spanish.
Dr. Matheus is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Delirium, Stroke, Cervical Myelopathy, Microdiscectomy, and Cervical Disc Surgery.
Dr. Matheus is board certified in American Board Of Neurological Surgery and Neurological Surgery. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 5 peer reviewed articles and participating in 2 clinical trials.
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76 W. Underwood St., 3rd Floor, Orlando, FL 32806
Clinical Research
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Orlando Health Neuroscience Institute – Downtown Orlando
Dr. Jay Vachhan is a board-certified neurosurgeon with Orlando Health Neuroscience Institute. He is a fellow of the American Association of Neurological Surgeons and a member of the Congress of Neurological Surgeons. Dr. Vachhani received his medical degree from the University of Florida College of Medicine, where he graduated from the Junior Honors Medical Program, an accelerated seven-year BS/MD program. He completed his neurosurgical residency at the University of Illinois College of Medicine at Peoria. After residency, he completed an open vascular and endovascular fellowship at the Semmes- Murphey Clinic in Memphis, Tennessee. Dr. Vachhani has published book chapters and research articles in several medical journals including Surgery Neurology International the Journal of NeuroInterventional Surgery and Neurosurgery, among others. In addition, he has been a peer reviewer for several journals including Operative Neurosurgery, Journal of NeuroInterventional Surgery, World Neurosurgery and others. Dr. Vachhani is fellowship trained to treat cerebrovascular diseases through an open surgical or minimally invasive endovascular technique. He also treats a wide variety of general neurosurgical conditions involving the brain, spinal cord and peripheral nerves. Dr. Vachhani is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Brain Aneurysm, Apoplexy, Stroke, Thrombectomy, and Transmyocardial Revascularization. Dr. Vachhani is board certified in American Board Of Neurological Surgery.
Orlando Neurosurgery
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Virgilio Matheus
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Virgilio Matheus?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Virgilio Matheus by calling their office at 321-841-7550. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Virgilio Matheus a top-rated expert for Delirium?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Virgilio Matheus is classified as an Advanced expert for Delirium, 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. Virgilio Matheus specialize in?
While Dr. Virgilio Matheus is a Neurosurgery, they have specific expertise in Delirium, Stroke, and Microdiscectomy. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurosurgery.
Does Dr. Virgilio Matheus participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Virgilio Matheus has published 5 articles and abstracts on conditions like Delirium. You can view a list of Dr. Virgilio Matheus's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Virgilio Matheus accept my insurance?
Dr. Virgilio Matheus accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 321-841-7550 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Cervical Disc SurgeryDr. Matheus isAdvanced. Learn about Cervical Disc Surgery.
- Cervical MyelopathyDr. Matheus isAdvanced. Learn about Cervical Myelopathy.
- DeliriumDr. Matheus isAdvanced. Learn about Delirium.
- Fractured SpineDr. Matheus isAdvanced. Learn about Fractured Spine.
- Herniated Disc SurgeryDr. Matheus isAdvanced. Learn about Herniated Disc Surgery.
- LaminectomyDr. Matheus isAdvanced. Learn about Laminectomy.
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- Adolescent Idiopathic ScoliosisDr. Matheus isExperienced. Learn about Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis.
- ApoplexyDr. Matheus isExperienced. Learn about Apoplexy.
- AstrocytomaDr. Matheus isExperienced. Learn about Astrocytoma.
- Atypical Teratoid Rhabdoid Tumor (ATRT)Dr. Matheus isExperienced. Learn about Atypical Teratoid Rhabdoid Tumor (ATRT).
- Binder's SyndromeDr. Matheus isExperienced. Learn about Binder's Syndrome.
- Bone GraftDr. Matheus isExperienced. Learn about Bone Graft.