
Overview
Dr. William Vandergrift is an associate professor in the Department of Neurosurgery at MUSC. He trained at the Medical University of South Carolina for neurosurgical residency and at the John Wayne Cancer Institute in Santa Monica, California, for fellowship in minimally invasive brain surgery. His medical school training was completed at the Medical College of Georgia in Augusta. He has a mechanical engineering degree from the Georgia Institute of Technology.Dr. Vandergrift takes care of patients with brain and spine disorders. He has a special interest in brain tumors and skull base surgery for tumors including pituitary tumors, acoustic neuromas, meningiomas and gliomas. He also works with the epilepsy team to perform surgery for intractable epilepsy including laser ablations, open resections and vagal nerve stimulators.
Dr. Vandergrift is highly rated in 47 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Meningioma, Olfactory Neuroblastoma, Sinus Cancer, Awake Craniotomy, and Gastrostomy.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 2 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Vandergrift is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
86 Jonathan Lucas St, 2nd Floor, 3rd Floor, Charleston, SC 29425
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Vandergrift 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.
Clinical Research
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MUSC Health Neurosurgery At University Medical Center Extension
Dr. Alejandro M. Spiotta is a Professor of Neurosurgery \& Neuroendovascular surgery, Vice Chair of Neurosurgery, and Chief of Neuroendovascular Surgery. Dr. Spiotta received his M.D. from the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine in 2005, and his undergraduate degree in molecular biology from the University of Pennsylvania College of Arts and Sciences in 2001. He completed an internship in General Surgery, residency in Neurological Surgery, and fellowship in Neuroendovascular Surgery at the Cleveland Clinic.Dr. Spiotta is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery and is a member of numerous professional and scientific societies including the Congress of Neurological Surgeons, Society of Neurointerventional Surgery, and the American Association of Neurological Surgeons. He reviews manuscript submissions for numerous peer reviewed journals, is an associate editor for several journals,Dr. Spiotta's research focus is outcomes research in cerebrovascular disease, device development, implementation of endovascular simulation as training tools among residents and fellows, as well as novel training paradigms for Neurosurgery residents. He is the founder and Principal Investigator of STAR (Stroke Thrombectomy and Aneurysm Registry),Dr. Spiotta's clinical interests are Vascular Neurosurgery and Neuroendovascular Surgery. He specializes in acute stroke thrombectomy, aneurysm coiling and microsurgical clipping, arteriovenous malformations, carotid stenosis. Dr. Spiotta is highly rated in 23 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Stroke, Brain Aneurysm, Subdural Hematoma, Thrombectomy, and Endovascular Embolization. Dr. Spiotta is currently accepting new patients.
MUSC Health Neurosurgery At University Medical Center Extension
Dr. Jonathan R. Lena is an assistant professor of Neurosurgery and Neuroendovascular Surgery at the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) in the Department of Neurosurgery. Dr. Lena received his M.D. from Eastern Virginia Medical School in 2008, and his undergraduate degree in biology from the University of Virginia in 2004. He completed an internship in General Surgery, residency in Neurological Surgery, and fellowship in Neuroendovascular Surgery at MUSC. He also spent several months in France and Germany learning from world renowned Neuroendovascular surgeons.Dr. Jonathan R. Lena is an assistant professor of Neurosurgery and Neuroendovascular Surgery at the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) in the Department of Neurosurgery. Dr. Lena is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery and is a member of the top neurosurgical professional and scientific societies including the American Association of Neurological Surgeons as well as the Congress of Neurological Surgeons. He is a co-author of numerous peer-reviewed research articles and also reviews manuscript submissions for the Journal of Neurointerventional Surgery. Dr. Lena's clinical focus includes Neuroendovascular Surgery, Vascular Neurosurgery, and spine surgery. He has a particular interest in arteriovenous malformations of the brain and spinal cord, dural arteriovenous fistulas, and complex brain aneurysms. As an endovascular trained neurosurgeon, he is able to treat many diseases including complex brain aneurysms, brain and spinal arteriovenous malformations, dural arteriovenous fistulas, carotid stenosis, and moyamoya disease.Dr. Lena also specializes in EC-IC bypass, acute stroke thrombectomy, spine surgery, as well as sclerotherapy for the treatment of head and neck venous/lymphatic malformations. Dr. Lena is highly rated in 14 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Stroke, Brain Aneurysm, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Thrombectomy, and Endovascular Embolization. Dr. Lena is currently accepting new patients.
Southeastern Spine Institute
Thomas Anderson is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina. Dr. Anderson is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cervical Spondylosis, Spinal Stenosis, Cervical Myelopathy, Cervical Disc Surgery, and Herniated Disc Surgery. Dr. Anderson is board certified in Neurological Surgery. Dr. Anderson is currently accepting new patients.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. William A. Vandergrift
How do I make an appointment with Dr. William A. Vandergrift?
You can book an appointment with Dr. William A. Vandergrift by calling their office at 843-792-7700. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. William A. Vandergrift a top-rated expert for Meningioma?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. William A. Vandergrift is classified as an Distinguished expert for Meningioma, 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. William A. Vandergrift specialize in?
While Dr. William A. Vandergrift is a Neurosurgery, they have specific expertise in Meningioma, Olfactory Neuroblastoma, and Sinus Cancer. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurosurgery.
Does Dr. William A. Vandergrift participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. William A. Vandergrift has published 2 articles and abstracts on conditions like Meningioma. You can view a list of Dr. William A. Vandergrift's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. William A. Vandergrift accept my insurance?
Dr. William A. Vandergrift accepts most major insurance plans, including Absolute Total Care South Carolina and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 843-792-7700 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Distinguished
- Acoustic NeuromaDr. Vandergrift isDistinguished. Learn about Acoustic Neuroma.
- Bone TumorDr. Vandergrift isDistinguished. Learn about Bone Tumor.
- Brain Stem CancerDr. Vandergrift isDistinguished. Learn about Brain Stem Cancer.
- Congenital Cardiovascular ShuntDr. Vandergrift isDistinguished. Learn about Congenital Cardiovascular Shunt.
- Dysembryoplastic Neuroepithelial Tumors (DNET)Dr. Vandergrift isDistinguished. Learn about Dysembryoplastic Neuroepithelial Tumors (DNET).
- HydrocephalusDr. Vandergrift isDistinguished. Learn about Hydrocephalus.
- MeningiomaDr. Vandergrift isDistinguished. Learn about Meningioma.
- Normal Pressure HydrocephalusDr. Vandergrift isDistinguished. Learn about Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus.
- Olfactory NeuroblastomaDr. Vandergrift isDistinguished. Learn about Olfactory Neuroblastoma.
- Pituitary TumorDr. Vandergrift isDistinguished. Learn about Pituitary Tumor.
- Posterior Fossa TumorDr. Vandergrift isDistinguished. Learn about Posterior Fossa Tumor.
- Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET)Dr. Vandergrift isDistinguished. Learn about Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET).
- ProlactinomaDr. Vandergrift isDistinguished. Learn about Prolactinoma.
- Sinus CancerDr. Vandergrift isDistinguished. Learn about Sinus Cancer.
- Advanced
- Aseptic and Alopecic Nodules of Scalp (AANS)
- AstrocytomaDr. Vandergrift isAdvanced. Learn about Astrocytoma.
- Atypical Teratoid Rhabdoid Tumor (ATRT)Dr. Vandergrift isAdvanced. Learn about Atypical Teratoid Rhabdoid Tumor (ATRT).
- Awake CraniotomyDr. Vandergrift isAdvanced. Learn about Awake Craniotomy.
- Brain AbscessDr. Vandergrift isAdvanced. Learn about Brain Abscess.
- Brain TumorDr. Vandergrift isAdvanced. Learn about Brain Tumor.
- Cerebellum Agenesis HydrocephalyDr. Vandergrift isAdvanced. Learn about Cerebellum Agenesis Hydrocephaly.
- Cerebrospinal Fluid LeakDr. Vandergrift isAdvanced. Learn about Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak.
- Cervical MyelopathyDr. Vandergrift isAdvanced. Learn about Cervical Myelopathy.
- ChondrosarcomaDr. Vandergrift isAdvanced. Learn about Chondrosarcoma.
- ChordomaDr. Vandergrift isAdvanced. Learn about Chordoma.
- Choroid Plexus PapillomaDr. Vandergrift isAdvanced. Learn about Choroid Plexus Papilloma.
- Chronic Subdural HematomaDr. Vandergrift isAdvanced. Learn about Chronic Subdural Hematoma.
- CraniopharyngiomaDr. Vandergrift isAdvanced. Learn about Craniopharyngioma.
- DeliriumDr. Vandergrift isAdvanced. Learn about Delirium.
- Embryonal Tumor with Multilayered RosettesDr. Vandergrift isAdvanced. Learn about Embryonal Tumor with Multilayered Rosettes.
- EncephaloceleDr. Vandergrift isAdvanced. Learn about Encephalocele.
- EpendymomaDr. Vandergrift isAdvanced. Learn about Ependymoma.
- GlioblastomaDr. Vandergrift isAdvanced. Learn about Glioblastoma.
- GliomaDr. Vandergrift isAdvanced. Learn about Glioma.
- GliosarcomaDr. Vandergrift isAdvanced. Learn about Gliosarcoma.
- Metastatic Brain TumorDr. Vandergrift isAdvanced. Learn about Metastatic Brain Tumor.
- NeuroepitheliomaDr. Vandergrift isAdvanced. Learn about Neuroepithelioma.
- Neurofibromatosis Type 2 (NF2)Dr. Vandergrift isAdvanced. Learn about Neurofibromatosis Type 2 (NF2).
- OligodendrogliomaDr. Vandergrift isAdvanced. Learn about Oligodendroglioma.
- Pediatric Low-Grade Glioma (pLGG)Dr. Vandergrift isAdvanced. Learn about Pediatric Low-Grade Glioma (pLGG).
- PineocytomaDr. Vandergrift isAdvanced. Learn about Pineocytoma.
- Radiation Induced MeningiomaDr. Vandergrift isAdvanced. Learn about Radiation Induced Meningioma.
- RASopathiesDr. Vandergrift isAdvanced. Learn about RASopathies.
- SchwannomaDr. Vandergrift isAdvanced. Learn about Schwannoma.
- StrokeDr. Vandergrift isAdvanced. Learn about Stroke.
- Subdural HematomaDr. Vandergrift isAdvanced. Learn about Subdural Hematoma.
- SubependymomaDr. Vandergrift isAdvanced. Learn about Subependymoma.
- Experienced
- Abdominal Cystic LymphangiomaDr. Vandergrift isExperienced. Learn about Abdominal Cystic Lymphangioma.
- ApoplexyDr. Vandergrift isExperienced. Learn about Apoplexy.
- Arachnoid CystsDr. Vandergrift isExperienced. Learn about Arachnoid Cysts.
- Autosomal Dominant Nocturnal Frontal Lobe Epilepsy (ADNFLE)
- Brain HerniationDr. Vandergrift isExperienced. Learn about Brain Herniation.
- Cavernous LymphangiomaDr. Vandergrift isExperienced. Learn about Cavernous Lymphangioma.
- Cerebral Arteriovenous MalformationDr. Vandergrift isExperienced. Learn about Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation.
- Cerebral Cavernous MalformationDr. Vandergrift isExperienced. Learn about Cerebral Cavernous Malformation.
- Cervical SpondylosisDr. Vandergrift isExperienced. Learn about Cervical Spondylosis.
- Chiari MalformationDr. Vandergrift isExperienced. Learn about Chiari Malformation.
- Chiari Malformation Type 1Dr. Vandergrift isExperienced. Learn about Chiari Malformation Type 1.
- Chiari Malformation Type 2Dr. Vandergrift isExperienced. Learn about Chiari Malformation Type 2.
- Choroid Plexus CystDr. Vandergrift isExperienced. Learn about Choroid Plexus Cyst.
- Cystic HygromaDr. Vandergrift isExperienced. Learn about Cystic Hygroma.
- Deep Brain StimulationDr. Vandergrift isExperienced. Learn about Deep Brain Stimulation.
- Diffuse Midline Glioma H3 K27M-MutantDr. Vandergrift isExperienced. Learn about Diffuse Midline Glioma H3 K27M-Mutant.
- Empty Sella SyndromeDr. Vandergrift isExperienced. Learn about Empty Sella Syndrome.
- Epidural AbscessDr. Vandergrift isExperienced. Learn about Epidural Abscess.
- Epidural HematomaDr. Vandergrift isExperienced. Learn about Epidural Hematoma.
- Familial PorencephalyDr. Vandergrift isExperienced. Learn about Familial Porencephaly.
- Fibrous DysplasiaDr. Vandergrift isExperienced. Learn about Fibrous Dysplasia.
- GastrostomyDr. Vandergrift isExperienced. Learn about Gastrostomy.
- Gliomatosis CerebriDr. Vandergrift isExperienced. Learn about Gliomatosis Cerebri.
- Glomus Jugulare TumorDr. Vandergrift isExperienced. Learn about Glomus Jugulare Tumor.
- Glomus Tympanum TumorDr. Vandergrift isExperienced. Learn about Glomus Tympanum Tumor.
- HemangiomaDr. Vandergrift isExperienced. Learn about Hemangioma.
- Hygroma CervicalDr. Vandergrift isExperienced. Learn about Hygroma Cervical.
- Hypothalamic TumorDr. Vandergrift isExperienced. Learn about Hypothalamic Tumor.
- Increased Intracranial PressureDr. Vandergrift isExperienced. Learn about Increased Intracranial Pressure.
- Invertebral Disc DiseaseDr. Vandergrift isExperienced. Learn about Invertebral Disc Disease.
- Isolated ACTH DeficiencyDr. Vandergrift isExperienced. Learn about Isolated ACTH Deficiency.
- Klippel-Feil SyndromeDr. Vandergrift isExperienced. Learn about Klippel-Feil Syndrome.
- LaminectomyDr. Vandergrift isExperienced. Learn about Laminectomy.
- Malignant Peripheral Nerve Sheath TumorDr. Vandergrift isExperienced. Learn about Malignant Peripheral Nerve Sheath Tumor.
- MeningitisDr. Vandergrift isExperienced. Learn about Meningitis.
- MeningoceleDr. Vandergrift isExperienced. Learn about Meningocele.
- MeningoencephaloceleDr. Vandergrift isExperienced. Learn about Meningoencephalocele.
- NeuralgiaDr. Vandergrift isExperienced. Learn about Neuralgia.
- NeurofibromatosisDr. Vandergrift isExperienced. Learn about Neurofibromatosis.
- OsteochondromaDr. Vandergrift isExperienced. Learn about Osteochondroma.
- Pallister-Hall SyndromeDr. Vandergrift isExperienced. Learn about Pallister-Hall Syndrome.
- Partial SeizureDr. Vandergrift isExperienced. Learn about Partial Seizure.
- PineoblastomaDr. Vandergrift isExperienced. Learn about Pineoblastoma.
- Pituitary ApoplexyDr. Vandergrift isExperienced. Learn about Pituitary Apoplexy.
- PorencephalyDr. Vandergrift isExperienced. Learn about Porencephaly.
- Pseudotumor Cerebri SyndromeDr. Vandergrift isExperienced. Learn about Pseudotumor Cerebri Syndrome.
- Rathke Cleft CystDr. Vandergrift isExperienced. Learn about Rathke Cleft Cyst.
- SchizencephalyDr. Vandergrift isExperienced. Learn about Schizencephaly.
- SeizuresDr. Vandergrift isExperienced. Learn about Seizures.
- Spinal StenosisDr. Vandergrift isExperienced. Learn about Spinal Stenosis.
- SpondylolisthesisDr. Vandergrift isExperienced. Learn about Spondylolisthesis.
- Subarachnoid HemorrhageDr. Vandergrift isExperienced. Learn about Subarachnoid Hemorrhage.
- SyringobulbiaDr. Vandergrift isExperienced. Learn about Syringobulbia.
- SyringomyeliaDr. Vandergrift isExperienced. Learn about Syringomyelia.
- ThrombophlebitisDr. Vandergrift isExperienced. Learn about Thrombophlebitis.
- Traumatic Brain InjuryDr. Vandergrift isExperienced. Learn about Traumatic Brain Injury.
- Trigeminal NeuralgiaDr. Vandergrift isExperienced. Learn about Trigeminal Neuralgia.


