The 20 Best Awake Craniotomy Doctors near Columbia, SC

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 8 doctor with experience in Awake Craniotomy near Columbia, SC. Of these, 6 are Experienced and 2 are Advanced.

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8 providers found
    Advanced in Awake Craniotomy
    Neurosurgery
    Advanced in Awake Craniotomy
    Neurosurgery

    Prisma Health Neurosurgery – Richland

    3 Richland Medical Park Drive, Suite 310, 
    Columbia, SC 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Roham Moftakhar is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Columbia, South Carolina. Dr. Moftakhar is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Awake Craniotomy. He is also highly rated in 39 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Brain Aneurysm, Pituitary Tumor, Meningioma, Gastrostomy, and Stent Placement. Dr. Moftakhar is board certified in American Board Of Neurological Surgery.

    Experienced in Awake Craniotomy
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Awake Craniotomy
    Neurosurgery

    Midlands Orthopaedics And Neurosurgery – Neurosurgery Downtown

    1910 Blanding Street, 
    Columbia, SC 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Karl Lozanne is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Columbia, South Carolina. Dr. Lozanne is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Awake Craniotomy. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Spinal Stenosis, Spondylolisthesis, Cervical Spondylosis, Laminectomy, and Microdiscectomy. Dr. Lozanne is board certified in American Board Of Neurological Surgery. Dr. Lozanne is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Awake Craniotomy
    Experienced in Awake Craniotomy

    Prisma Health Neurosurgery – Richland

    3 Richland Medical Park Drive, Suite 310, 
    Columbia, SC 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Erwin Mangubat is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Columbia, South Carolina. Dr. Mangubat is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Awake Craniotomy. He is also highly rated in 19 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Apoplexy, Stroke, Brain Aneurysm, Gastrostomy, and Stent Placement. Dr. Mangubat is board certified in American Board Of Neurological Surgery. Dr. Mangubat is currently accepting new patients.

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    Experienced in Awake Craniotomy
    Experienced in Awake Craniotomy

    Prisma Health Neurosurgery – Richland

    3 Richland Medical Park Drive, Suite 310, 
    Columbia, SC 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Bertram Richter is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Columbia, South Carolina. Dr. Richter is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Awake Craniotomy. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Spinal Stenosis, Subdural Hematoma, Meningioma, Gastrostomy, and Laminectomy. Dr. Richter is board certified in American Board Of Neurological Surgery.

    Experienced in Awake Craniotomy
    Experienced in Awake Craniotomy

    Prisma Health Medical Group-Midlands

    3 Richland Medical Park Dr, Suite 310, 
    Columbia, SC 
     (2.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Rodney Leacock is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Columbia, South Carolina. Dr. Leacock is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Awake Craniotomy. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Apoplexy, Delirium, Stroke, Gastrostomy, and Awake Craniotomy. Dr. Leacock is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology.

    Experienced in Awake Craniotomy
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Awake Craniotomy
    Neurosurgery

    MUSC Health Neurosurgery

    1730 Henderson Street, Suite A & C, 
    Columbia, SC 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Experience:
    18+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    "Dr. Or Cohen-Inbar is an internationally recognized neurosurgeon specializing in surgical neuro-oncology, stereotactic radiosurgery, and advanced skull base and spine techniques.Dr. Cohen-Inbar earned his medical degree magna cum laude from the Technion Israel Institute of Technology in 2008 and completed his Ph.D. in 2014, focusing on immunotherapy for malignant brain tumors. He completed his neurosurgery residency at Rambam Health Care Campus in Haifa, Israel, followed by a fellowship in Surgical Neuro-Oncology and Stereotactic Radiosurgery at the University of Virginia. He further expanded his expertise with advanced training in neuro-oncological approaches at Sunnybrook in Toronto, comprehensive endoscopic endonasal skull base surgery at the University of Pittsburgh, and multiple European Association of Neurological Surgeons (EANS) programs in spine, cerebrovascular, and neuro-endoscopy techniques. He has also trained extensively in advanced spinal procedures and MR-guided focused ultrasound.An accomplished academic, Dr. Cohen-Inbar has authored more than 80 peer-reviewed publications and contributed to 14 medical textbooks. He is the author and editor of ""Focused Neuroanatomy for Medical Students"" and ""Focused Neurosurgery,"" which serve as key resources for medical education.Dr. Cohen-Inbar previously served as Assistant Professor of Neurosurgery at the University of Virginia and Associate Professor of Neurosurgery at the University of Pittsburgh, before joining MUSC.At MUSC, Dr. Cohen-Inbar continues to advance the field of neurosurgery through clinical innovation, research, and education, with a focus on improving outcomes for patients with complex brain and spine disorders.He is married and the proud father of four.". Dr. Cohen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Awake Craniotomy. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Delirium, Fibrous Dysplasia, Laminectomy, and Herniated Disc Surgery.

    Advanced in Awake Craniotomy
    Neurosurgery
    Advanced in Awake Craniotomy
    Neurosurgery

    Lexington Brain And Spine Institute

    222 E Medical Ln Ste 200, 
    West Columbia, SC 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Johnathan Engh is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in West Columbia, South Carolina. Dr. Engh is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Awake Craniotomy. He is also highly rated in 34 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Posterior Fossa Tumor, Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET), Astrocytoma, Gamma Knife Radiosurgery, and Awake Craniotomy.

    Experienced in Awake Craniotomy
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Awake Craniotomy
    Neurosurgery

    MUSC Health Neurosurgery Columbia Medical Park NE

    114 Gateway Corporate Blvd, Suite 210, 
    Columbia, SC 
     (8.4 miles away)
    Experience:
    35+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr. Gunter is a graduate of the University of Alabama with a Bachelor of Science in chemical engineering. He completed his medical degree at the University of Alabama School of Medicine in Birmingham. He then completed an internship at the Medical University of South Carolina in Charleston and a neurological surgery residency at the University of Tennessee College of Health Sciences in Memphis. He also achieved basic and Perfexion Gamma Knife certification. He is currently an international faculty trainer for two cervical disc replacement devices and is involved in FDA clinical trials.With more than 20 years of neurosurgical experience, Dr. Gunter is highly skilled to provide comprehensive care for disorders of the brain, spine, and peripheral nerves. He is an international teaching faculty for cervical disc replacement. He is a diplomate of the American Board of Neurological Surgery. He is also a fellow of the American Association of Neurological Surgeons and the American College of Surgeons. He recently joined an episode of Advance with MUSC Health [to discuss how neck and back pain can be treated with surgery.](https://advance.muschealth.org/library/2021/november/neck-pain-and-spine-surgery). Dr. Gunter is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Awake Craniotomy. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cervical Myelopathy, Cervical Spondylosis, Spondylolisthesis, Microdiscectomy, and Herniated Disc Surgery. Dr. Gunter is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    When should I see an Awake Craniotomy doctor near Columbia, SC?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing an Awake Craniotomy doctor near Columbia, SC?

    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

    How does MediFind rank Awake Craniotomy doctors near Columbia, SC?

    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by Awake Craniotomy doctors near Columbia, SC?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with an Awake Craniotomy doctor near Columbia, SC?

    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Awake Craniotomy doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Awake Craniotomy doctor?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with an Awake Craniotomy doctor near Columbia, SC?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my Awake Craniotomy doctor?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Awake Craniotomy doctor may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female Awake Craniotomy doctors near Columbia, SC?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Awake Craniotomy doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find an Awake Craniotomy doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Awake Craniotomy doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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