25 of the Best Neurosurgeons Near Me in puyallup, WA

Anthony Harris is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Tacoma, Washington. Dr. Harris is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Essential Tremor, Parkinson's Disease, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Deep Brain Stimulation, and Awake Craniotomy. Dr. Harris is board certified in Neurological Surgery. Dr. Harris is currently accepting new patients.

Elaine Kiser-Rude, PA-C, is a physician assistant who offers quality, patient-oriented care for neurosurgery patients.Elaine has seven years of experience providing inpatient management of pre- and post-surgical patients, outpatient management and first assist in surgical cases at Chang Neurosurgery and Spine Care (Plano, Texas).Outside of work, she enjoys running, hiking, snowboarding, reading and wine tasting. Dr. Kiser-Rude is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Sciatica, Scoliosis, Spinal Stenosis, and Chronic Pain. Dr. Kiser-Rude is board certified in National Commission On Certification Of Physician Assistants. Dr. Kiser-Rude is currently accepting new patients.

Katie Krause MD specializes in degenerative spinal conditions; complex and minimally invasive spine surgery; spine and brain tumors; and general cranial neurosurgery.Away from work Dr. Krause enjoys hiking skiing football and finding good cheese and wine. Dr. Krause is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Spinal Stenosis, Lordosis, Spondylolisthesis, Bone Graft, and Spinal Fusion. Dr. Krause is board certified in American Board Of Neurological Surgery. Dr. Krause is currently accepting new patients.

David Weingarten, MD, is a board-certified neurosurgeon with subspecialty training in neurosurgical oncology. Some conditions he treats include brain and spine trauma, brain and spine tumors, trigeminal neuralgia, spinal cord/nerve root compression (sciatica), and hydrocephalus.Dr. Weingarten enjoys working with people, and does his best to communicate the complexities of neurosurgery with words and concepts that are easy to understand. He believes it is paramount that his patients and their families have a good understanding of their condition and treatment options so they can make informed decisions that best meet their needs.Dr. Weingarten is a Fellow of the American Association of Neurological Surgeons (FAANS).Away from work, Dr. Weingarten enjoys travel, sailing, bicycling, hiking and SCUBA diving. His clinical expertise encompasses Subdural Hematoma, Stroke, Epidural Abscess, and Hydrocephalus. Dr. Weingarten is board certified in American Board Of Neurological Surgeons. Dr. Weingarten is currently accepting new patients.

William Miele, MD, is a board-certified neurosurgeon specializing in spine surgery. Dr. Miele balances treatment toward non-surgical options when possible. When an operation may be the best or necessary option, he focuses on navigating the range of options from minimally invasive procedures to more complex surgeries—all while adhering to the best standards of technical excellence and evidence-based care.Dr. Miele is a Fellow of the American Association of Neurological Surgeons (FAANS) and a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS). He is a member of the American Association of Neurological Surgeons, AO Foundation, North American Spine Society, American College of Surgeons and Washington State Association of Neurological Surgeons.Conditions and Procedures:Adult scoliosis surgeryDisc replacementHerniated intervertebral disksImage-guided surgeryMinimally invasive surgeryRevision spinal surgerySpine fracturesSpinal fusion surgerySpinal stenosisSurgery of C1 and C2 vertebrae. His clinical expertise encompasses Cervical Myelopathy, Cervical Spondylosis, Subdural Hematoma, Microdiscectomy, and Cervical Disc Surgery. Dr. Miele is board certified in American Board Of Neurological Surgery. Dr. Miele is currently accepting new patients.

Alon Orlev, MD, is neurosurgeon fellowship-trained in neurosurgical oncology, minimally invasive skull base neurosurgery, and cerebrovascular neurosurgery. Dr. Orlev loves to help solve complex surgical problems his patients face. He emphasizes patient education and seeks to ensure his patients feel empowered to make the best decisions for their health.Dr. Orlev served as a cerebrovascular and skull base neurosurgeon at the largest academic neurosurgery department in Israel. He also served as the residency program director. He has an interest and growing experience in using innovative technology that allows precise, minimally invasive neurosurgical treatment of cranial lesions.Prior to beginning his journey in medicine, Dr. Orlev served as a helicopter pilot and flight instructor in the Israeli Airforce, where his experience making high-stakes, swift decisions now guides him in daily critical operative decision-making.Away from work, he loves to spend as much time as possible with his family, on the water or on the ski slopes. He also enjoys flying and hiking. His clinical expertise encompasses Thrombophlebitis, Cerebral Cavernous Malformation, Trigeminal Neuralgia, Posterior Fossa Tumor, and Gamma Knife Radiosurgery. Dr. Orlev is currently accepting new patients.

Elizabeth Newkirk, PA-C, works with a team of neurosurgeons to provide quality, efficient, patient-centered care. She strives to find optimal solutions, unique to each patient's needs and goals. She recognizes the value of clear communication and shared decision-making among provider, patient and family in order to achieve the best outcomes.Elizabeth is a member of the American Academy of Physician Assistants and the Washington Academy of Physician Assistants. She served as an aerospace medical technician in the United States Air Force.Away from work, Elizabeth enjoys camping, snowmobiling, snowboarding, baking and spending time with her family. She also volunteers in her children's classrooms and with sports booster clubs. Dr. Newkirk is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Spinal Stenosis, Sciatica, Scoliosis, and Muscle Spasms. Dr. Newkirk is board certified in National Commission On Certification Of Physician Assistants. Dr. Newkirk is currently accepting new patients.

Yelena Golub is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Puyallup, Washington. Her clinical expertise encompasses Spondylolisthesis, Cervical Spondylosis, Cervical Myelopathy, and Spinal Stenosis. Dr. Golub is currently accepting new patients.

Hoan Tran is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Tacoma, Washington. Dr. Tran is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Spondylolisthesis, Spinal Stenosis, Subdural Hematoma, Herniated Disc Surgery, and Cervical Disc Surgery.

Peter Brown is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Tacoma, Washington. Dr. Brown is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Subdural Hematoma, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Chronic Pain, Bone Graft, and Vertebroplasty. Dr. Brown is currently accepting new patients.

Christopher Smythies is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Tacoma, Washington. Dr. Smythies is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Meningioma, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Subdural Hematoma, Radiation Induced Meningioma, and Awake Craniotomy. Dr. Smythies is currently accepting new patients.

Daniel Nehls is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Tacoma, Washington. Dr. Nehls is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cervical Myelopathy, Cervical Spondylosis, Subdural Hematoma, and Spinal Stenosis. Dr. Nehls is currently accepting new patients.

Amy Diaz is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Tacoma, Washington. Dr. Diaz is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Spinal Stenosis, Sciatica, Scoliosis, and Cervical Spondylosis. Dr. Diaz is currently accepting new patients.

Nell Shonnard, PA-C, is a board-certified advanced practice provider specializing in neurosurgery. Nell brings to her practice a fascination with the human body, a passion for scientific problem-solving and a desire to help others. She approaches each patient as a unique individual, respecting their autonomy and preferences, and empowering them to actively participate in their health care journey. She is especially passionate about addressing osteoporosis in patients with vertebral compression fractures.Away from work, Nell enjoys endurance cycling, gravel riding, mountain biking, hiking, fishing, cooking and reading. Her clinical expertise encompasses Sciatica, Scoliosis, Chronic Pain, and Spinal Stenosis. Dr. Shonnard is board certified in National Commission On Certification Of Physician Assistants. Dr. Shonnard is currently accepting new patients.

Melinda Hudson is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Tacoma, Washington. Her clinical expertise encompasses Spinal Stenosis and Spondylolisthesis. Dr. Hudson is currently accepting new patients.

William Morris is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Tacoma, Washington. His clinical expertise encompasses Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET), Posterior Fossa Tumor, Metastatic Brain Tumor, and Subdural Hematoma.

Jessica Hansen, PA-C, approaches the care of adult neurosurgery patients with a combination of collaborative expertise, empathy and a commitment to open communication. Warm and understanding, Jessica creates a comfortable environment for patients to ask questions and share their health concerns. Her goal is to empower her patients with knowledge about their condition and its treatment options so they may become active participants in their health care journey.Jessica is a member of the American Academy of Physician Assistants, Washington Academy of Physician Assistants and National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants.In her free time, Jessica enjoys singing, gardening, traveling, snowshoeing, hiking, and spending time with friends and family. Dr. Hansen is board certified in National Commission On Certification Of Physician Assistants. Dr. Hansen is currently accepting new patients.

Rakesh Kumar, MD, is a fellowship-trained neurosurgeon offering compassionate, personalized spine care, with specialization in complex spine conditions and revision spine surgery. By offering the safest, most effective surgical and non-surgical options, his goal is to restore function, relieve pain and improve quality of life while ensuring that every patient feels supported throughout their journey. Dr. Kumar values strong partnerships with referring physicians, keeping them informed and involved while delivering high-quality, personalized spine care to referred patients.Away from work, Dr. Kumar enjoys playing cricket, volleyball, listening to music, cooking, and cherishes spending quality time with his family.Conditions and procedures:Cervical, thoracic and lumbar disk surgery including disc replacementComplex spinal surgeryDegenerative spine disorders (disc herniation/ spinal stenosis)Minimally invasive spine surgeryRevision spine surgerySpinal deformity correction (scoliosis/kyphosis)Spinal trauma/fracture managementSpinal tumors and spondylolisthesis (including pars fracture repair). Dr. Kumar is currently accepting new patients.

Tawna Barck, PA-C, takes a whole-person approach to the care of neurosurgery patients. When she sees a patient, she is seeing a still photo in time, not the whole movie of their life. A key part of her care is to understand the whole movie so she may better understand their current issue. With every patient, she strives to listen well, make a strong connection, and treat as if they were family — with care, kindness and compassion.Tawna is a member of the American Academy of Physician Assistants.Away from work, Tawna enjoys spending time with her family, gardening/homesteading and travel. Dr. Barck is board certified in National Commission On Certification Of Physician Assistants. Dr. Barck is currently accepting new patients.

Julian Gendreau is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Tacoma, Washington. Dr. Gendreau is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chordoma, Meningioma, Brain Tumor, Spinal Fusion, and Osteotomy.

Daniel Coughlin is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Tacoma, Washington. Dr. Coughlin is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Moyamoya Disease, Brain Aneurysm, Stroke, Craniectomy, and Spinal Fusion. Dr. Coughlin is currently accepting new patients.

Raymond Meyer-Iv is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Tacoma, Washington. He has been practicing medicine for over 10 years. His clinical expertise encompasses Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Brain Aneurysm, Vein of Galen Aneurysm, and Wyburn-Mason Syndrome. Dr. Meyer-Iv is currently accepting new patients.

Douglas Smith is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Tacoma, Washington.

Nicholas Szuflita is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Tacoma, Washington. He has been practicing medicine for over 10 years.

Rita Snyder is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Joint Base Lewis Mcchord, Washington.