Overview
Dr. Wajd Al-Holou was raised in southeast Michigan. After attending the University of Michigan Medical School, where he graduated with the highest award for research, he then began a 7-year Neurosurgery residency at the University of Michigan. Upon completion of residency in 2016, he completed a Complex Neurosurgical Oncology Fellowship at the MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston, TX. His training focused on the management of complex brain tumors, spinal tumors, and skull base malignancies.Dr. Al-Holou specializes in the management of complex brain tumors, primarily focusing on gliomas and metastases to the brain. Dr. Al-Holou has expertise in the use of awake mapping techniques, microsurgery, and image-guidance to maximize tumor removal in the safest possible manner. He also specializes in the management of meningiomas and spinal tumors.Dr. Al-Holou is the co-founder and co-director of the Michigan Medicine Multidisciplinary Brain Tumor Clinic (M3BTC). As a member of this Neuro-Oncology multidisciplinary team, he works strategically to ensure personalized treatment recommendations that will maximize the benefits for each individual patient.Currently, he is a member of the AANS/CNS Executive Committee of the Section on Tumors. He served as the Co-Chair for Tumor Section Scientific Program for the American Association of Neurological Surgeons (AANS) in 2018 and is a member of the Society of Neuro-Oncology. He also serves as an editor for cancer journal, BMC Cancer.Dr. Al-Holou is committed to research and education in Neurosurgery and his life-long goal is improving the survival and outcomes for patients with tumors. His research interest focuses primarily on understanding the genetic mechanisms of recurrence in glioblastoma, and in identifying precision medicine therapies to target resistant tumors.
Dr. Al is highly rated in 26 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET), Posterior Fossa Tumor, Oligodendroglioma, Astrocytoma, and Awake Craniotomy.
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1500 E Medical Center Dr, Floor 2 Reception G, Ann Arbor, MI 48109
Ann Arbor, MI 48109
C. S. Mott Children's Hospital
Hugh Garton is a Neurosurgery provider in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Dr. Garton is highly rated in 72 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Chiari Malformation, Chiari Malformation Type 1, Chiari Malformation Type 2, Posterior Fossa Decompression, and Gamma Knife Radiosurgery.
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Aditya S. Pandey, M.D. achieved his Bachelors of Science in Biological and Engineering Sciences from the Washington University in St. Louis and Doctorate of Medicine from Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine. He then gained training in neurological surgery with sub-specialty training in microsurgical and endovascular treatment of cerebrovascular disorders under the guidance of Dr. Robert Rosenwasser at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital. Dr. Pandey specializes in treating individuals who have blood vessel related diseases of the brain and spinal cord (e.g., aneurysms, AVM, stroke, fistulas, cavernomas, bleeding within the brain, etc.) as well as practicing general neurosurgery (spinal disorders, brain tumors, and traumatic brain injury). Dr. Pandey is able to perform the latest techniques to treat stroke utilizing suction-stent thrombectomy techniques as well as treating the most complex of aneurysms utilizing flow diversion technology. He is one of two neurosurgeons in the Ann Arbor region who are trained to perform both open surgeries and endovascular procedures when treating patients with brain blood vessel related diseases. Dr. Pandey is highly rated in 32 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Arteriovenous Malformation, Brain Aneurysm, Thrombectomy, and Stent Placement.
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Dr. Jason Heth attended The University of Iowa where he received his medical degree and also completed his residency in Neurosurgery. Dr. Heth then completed additional training in Skull Base Neurosurgery, completing a fellowship at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences. After completing his fellowship, he joined the faculty of the University of Michigan. Dr. Heth specializes in brain tumor treatment, including surgical removal, radiosurgery, and basic research. His primary areas of interest focus on gliomas, glioblastoma, brain metastasis, and meningiomas. He is also involved in medical student education and quality improvement programs at the University of Michigan. Dr. Heth is highly rated in 33 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Glioblastoma, Astrocytoma, Brain Tumor, Awake Craniotomy, and Osteotomy.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Wajd N. Al
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Is Dr. Wajd N. Al a top-rated expert for Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET)?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Wajd N. Al is classified as an Distinguished expert for Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET), 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. Wajd N. Al specialize in?
While Dr. Wajd N. Al is a Neurosurgery, they have specific expertise in Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET), Posterior Fossa Tumor, and Oligodendroglioma. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurosurgery.
Does Dr. Wajd N. Al accept my insurance?
Dr. Wajd N. Al accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly at 866-909-4449 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- AstrocytomaDr. Al isDistinguished. Learn about Astrocytoma.
- Atypical Teratoid Rhabdoid Tumor (ATRT)
- Brain Stem CancerDr. Al isDistinguished. Learn about Brain Stem Cancer.
- Brain TumorDr. Al isDistinguished. Learn about Brain Tumor.
- Dysembryoplastic Neuroepithelial Tumors (DNET)
- Embryonal Tumor with Multilayered Rosettes
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- Arachnoid CystsDr. Al isAdvanced. Learn about Arachnoid Cysts.
- Awake CraniotomyDr. Al isAdvanced. Learn about Awake Craniotomy.
- Brain AbscessDr. Al isAdvanced. Learn about Brain Abscess.
- Brain HerniationDr. Al isAdvanced. Learn about Brain Herniation.
- Chiari MalformationDr. Al isAdvanced. Learn about Chiari Malformation.
- Chiari Malformation Type 1
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- Acoustic NeuromaDr. Al isExperienced. Learn about Acoustic Neuroma.
- ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
- ApoplexyDr. Al isExperienced. Learn about Apoplexy.
- Brain AneurysmDr. Al isExperienced. Learn about Brain Aneurysm.
- Cavernous Sinus ThrombosisDr. Al isExperienced. Learn about Cavernous Sinus Thrombosis.
- Cerebellum Agenesis Hydrocephaly