25 of the Best Neurosurgeons Near Me in minnetonka, MN

I am a board-certified neurosurgeon specializing in brain and spine surgery, with advanced training in neurocritical and surgical critical care. I serve as Chair of Neurosurgery at HealthPartners, where I am dedicated to improving patient outcomes through compassionate care, innovative techniques and collaborative treatment planning. I completed my medical degree at Creighton University and hold a PhD in Biophysical Chemistry from the University of Minnesota. I completed my neurosurgery residency and critical care fellowship at the University of Minnesota and have served in academic and clinical roles at Mayo Clinic and the University of Minnesota. With over 20 years of experience, I treat a wide range of conditions including brain tumors, spine disorders and neurological trauma. I’m known for my expertise in minimally invasive spine surgery and neurosurgical oncology. My research has contributed to advancements in surgical techniques and patient safety, and I have published extensively in medical journals. I believe in a patient-centered approach, working closely with individuals and families to ensure personalized care and clear communication throughout the treatment journey. Dr. Watts is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Spinal Stenosis, Pituitary Tumor, Subdural Hematoma, Bone Graft, and Vertebroplasty. Dr. Watts is board certified in American Board Of Neurological Surgery and American Board Of Surgery-Surgical Critical Care. Dr. Watts is currently accepting new patients.

Uzma Samadani is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Minnetonka, Minnesota. Dr. Samadani is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Subdural Hematoma, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Traumatic Brain Injury, Microdiscectomy, and Herniated Disc Surgery. Dr. Samadani is currently accepting new patients.

I am a national expert in the diagnosis and treatment of brain aneurysms and vascular malformations and am among a small group of surgeons worldwide who specialize in brain aneurysm surgeries. I have performed more than 2,000 complex surgeries to treat aneurysms. I work collaboratively with other specialists including neurointensivists, stroke neurologists, interventional neuroradiologists and other medical professionals to provide the best care for my patients. Dr. Nussbaum is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Brain Aneurysm, Stroke, Meningioma, Extracranial-Intracranial Bypass Surgery, and Cerebral Artery Bypass Surgery. Dr. Nussbaum is board certified in American Board Of Neurological Surgery,1999 and Neurological Surgery. Dr. Nussbaum is currently accepting new patients.

Daniel Guillaume is a Neurosurgery specialist and a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Dr. Guillaume is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chiari Malformation, Syringomyelia, Chiari Malformation Type 2, Posterior Fossa Decompression, and Craniectomy. Dr. Guillaume is board certified in Neurological Surgery: American Board Of Neurological Surgery, 2010. Dr. Guillaume is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Kayan is the medical director of neurointerventional surgery at Abbott Northwestern Hospital, part of Allina Health in Minneapolis. His practice philosophy is to provide the highest level of evidence-based, patient-centered neurointerventional care. He performs over 500 neurointerventional procedures annually.Dr. Kayan treats one of the highest volumes of brain aneurysms in the country. He has personally treated nearly 2,000 brain aneurysms using a minimally invasive endovascular approach. Using the latest devices, including both intra-saccular and intra-vascular flow diversion, his personal major complication rate is on the order of 1% or less.Dr. Kayan also has an active interest in carotid artery disease, pulsatile tinnitus, and subdural hematoma. He performs a high volume of carotid angioplasty and stenting, as well as middle meningeal artery embolization. Dr. Kayan is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Brain Aneurysm, Stroke, Carotid Artery Disease, Thrombectomy, and Carotid Artery Surgery. Dr. Kayan is board certified in American Board Of Radiology and American Board Of Neurological Surgery.

My background in anatomy and neuroscience research solidified my interest and passion for neurosurgery early on. I truly enjoy the challenge and complexity of neurosurgery, and most importantly, being able to directly impact and improve my patients' quality of life. I am dedicated to finding solutions for my patients' neurological symptoms. My specific interests include trauma neurosurgery, brain tumors and complex spinal conditions. In my free time, I like being outdoors with my wife and dog. I love hiking, fishing and watching or playing baseball. Dr. Sudbeck is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Subdural Hematoma, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Epidural Abscess, and Delirium. Dr. Sudbeck is board certified in NCCPA-National Committee On Certification Of Physician Assistants. Dr. Sudbeck is currently accepting new patients.

Leslie Nussbaum is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Dr. Nussbaum is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Acoustic Neuroma, Schwannoma, Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET), and Posterior Fossa Tumor.

I am a physician assistant in the neurosurgery department. I work with neurosurgeons to treat spine and brain conditions. I enjoy educating patients on their diagnoses and treatments. I believe patient education and shared decision making produce a better understanding of the patient's condition and increases their comfort with treatment. His clinical expertise encompasses Invertebral Disc Disease. Dr. Rasmussen is board certified in NCCPA-National Committee On Certification Of Physician Assistants. Dr. Rasmussen is currently accepting new patients.

Ramachandra Tummala is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Dr. Tummala is highly rated in 25 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Brain Aneurysm, Stroke, Pituitary Tumor, Stent Placement, and Angioplasty. Dr. Tummala is board certified in Neurological Surgery: American Board Of Neurological Surgery, 2011. Dr. Tummala is currently accepting new patients.

Michael Finn is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Robbinsdale, Minnesota. Dr. Finn is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Kyphosis, Syringobulbia, Chiari Malformation Type 2, Laminectomy, and Microdiscectomy. Dr. Finn is board certified in American Board Of Neurological Surgery and Neurological Surgery. Dr. Finn is currently accepting new patients.

Matthias Feldkamp is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Maple Grove, Minnesota. Dr. Feldkamp is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Muscle Spasms, Thrombophlebitis, Hydrocephalus, Laminectomy, and Microdiscectomy. Dr. Feldkamp is board certified in Neurological Surgery and American Board Of Neurological Surgery,2005. Dr. Feldkamp is currently accepting new patients.

Michael McCue has a special interest in brain and spinal tumors, Chiari I malformation and pediatrics. Dr. Mccue is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Radiation Induced Meningioma, Meningioma, Hydrocephalus, Awake Craniotomy, and Microdiscectomy. Dr. Mccue is board certified in American Board Of Neurological Surgery,2006 and Neurological Surgery. Dr. Mccue is currently accepting new patients.

I am committed to providing the highest level of personalized care to all patients who present with complex problems of the brain and spine. Patients with diseases of the central nervous system deserve technical excellence during surgery, in addition to compassionate guidance before and after surgery. Dr. Vasquez is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Stroke, Subdural Hematoma, Awake Craniotomy, and Microdiscectomy. Dr. Vasquez is board certified in American Board Of Neurological Surgery and Neurological Surgery. Dr. Vasquez is currently accepting new patients.

Michael Park is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Dr. Park is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Movement Disorders, Parkinson's Disease, Essential Tremor, Deep Brain Stimulation, and Awake Craniotomy. Dr. Park is board certified in Neurological Surgery: American Board Of Neurological Surgery, 2017. Dr. Park is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Kapurch is a board-certified and fellowship trained neurosurgeon specializing in conservative and comprehensive neurologic care.Dr. Kapurch’s undergraduate studies were at the University of Georgia in Athens, Georgia in biochemistry/molecular biology and religion. He was a member of the varsity swim team, earning Academic All-American status. After college, he attended the University of Michigan Medical School in Ann Arbor, Michigan. He then trained at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota for his residency in Neurological Surgery and also completed an additional fellowship in spinal tumors and spinal deformity. While originally from the East Coast, Dr. Kapurch has fully embraced the Midwestern lifestyle – enjoying fishing, skiing, hiking, and other outdoor activities. His wife is an anesthesiologist in the Minneapolis area, and they have two young children and a wonderful golden retriever, Penny.Dr. Kapurch is a member of the American Association of Neurological Surgeons and the Congress of Neurological Surgeons. He is accepting new patients and is on the medical staff at Allina Health’s Abbott Northwestern, Mercy, and United Hospitals. Dr. Kapurch is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Subdural Hematoma, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Spinal Stenosis, Awake Craniotomy, and Microdiscectomy. Dr. Kapurch is board certified in American Board Of Neurological Surgery,2021 and Neurological Surgery. Dr. Kapurch is currently accepting new patients.

Anthony Bottini is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Minneapolis, Minnesota. His clinical expertise encompasses Subdural Hematoma, Spinal Stenosis, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Awake Craniotomy, and Bone Graft. Dr. Bottini is currently accepting new patients.

Madeline Wallenburg is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in S Saint Louis Park, Minnesota. Dr. Wallenburg is board certified in NCCPA-National Committee On Certification Of Physician Assistants. Dr. Wallenburg is currently accepting new patients.

As a physician assistant, I’m committed to providing compassionate, patient-centered care grounded in clear communication, trust and shared decision-making. I value taking the time to get to know my patients, so I understand their goals and concerns – and then we can create a plan together. Working as a PA in neurosurgery allows me to support patients with a wide range of conditions and help them feel informed, prepared and empowered throughout their care. I’m especially drawn to the combination of detailed problem-solving, collaborative teamwork and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on patients’ quality of life. My philosophy of care centers on listening first, prioritizing patient autonomy and providing evidence-based care in a way that feels approachable and supportive. My goal is to ensure patients feel truly seen, heard and cared for every step of the way. Dr. Spitale is board certified in NCCPA-National Committee On Certification Of Physician Assistants. Dr. Spitale is currently accepting new patients.

I’ve had a passion for neurosurgery since before my medical training. I enjoy its complexity and hands-on nature, and I love learning more about the field as it constantly changes and advances. My medical training provided extensive experience with neurosurgery, neurology and other surgical specialties. As a physician assistant, I have a strong primary care/post-acute care background which allows me to better treat patients holistically with their neurosurgical condition. I’m committed to providing detailed, individualized and high-quality care to all my patients. Dr. Thompson is board certified in NCCPA-National Committee On Certification Of Physician Assistants. Dr. Thompson is currently accepting new patients.

Thomas Bergman is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Dr. Bergman is highly rated in 25 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Subdural Hematoma, Delirium, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Laminectomy, and Microdiscectomy. Dr. Bergman is currently accepting new patients.

Walter Galicich is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Dr. Galicich is highly rated in 22 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Delirium, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Subdural Hematoma, Laminectomy, and Microdiscectomy. Dr. Galicich is currently accepting new patients.

Graham Johnson is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Dr. Johnson is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Epilepsy, Seizures, Absence Seizure, Deep Brain Stimulation, and Spinal Fusion.

Stephen Haines is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Dr. Haines is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Trigeminal Neuralgia, Neuralgia, Brain Herniation, Chiari Malformation Type 1, and Rhizotomy.

Practice philosophy:I strive to treat patients as if they were my family member. His clinical expertise encompasses Meningioma, Subdural Hematoma, Radiation Induced Meningioma, Awake Craniotomy, and Microdiscectomy. Dr. Kovanda is board certified in American Board Of Neurological Surgery,2021 and Neurological Surgery. Dr. Kovanda is currently accepting new patients.

Twyla Bergenstal is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Edina, Minnesota. Her clinical expertise encompasses Delirium, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, and Subdural Hematoma. Dr. Bergenstal is board certified in Family Nurse Practitioner: American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), 2020. Dr. Bergenstal is currently accepting new patients.