25 of the Best Neurosurgeons Near Me

I am a fellowship trained neurosurgeon at Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center. I am a Buffalo native and attended medical school here at the University at Buffalo. I was fortunate enough to then complete residency with the University at Buffalo Neurosurgery program. I subsequently moved to Tampa, Florida where I completed advanced training specifically in neuro-oncology and skull base neurosurgery at Moffitt Cancer Center.I then returned to Buffalo to work at Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center where I treat patients with a wide range of tumors involving the central nervous system. I have a specific interest in minimally invasive keyhole neurosurgery which utilizes smaller openings to remove tumors. I specialize in both open and endoscopic approaches to skull base tumors. I am also certified in gamma knife radiotherapy.I am honored to be able to treat patients in the same community in which I grew up in. In my free time I enjoy exploring new restaurants and sailing on Lake Erie. His clinical expertise encompasses Brain Tumor.

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.

Chelsea Martin is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Newport News, Virginia. Dr. Martin is board certified in National Commission On Certification Of Physician Assistants - Certified Physician Assistant.

Twyla Bergenstal is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Robbinsdale, Minnesota. Dr. Bergenstal is board certified in Family Nurse Practitioner: American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), 2020. Dr. Bergenstal is currently accepting new patients.

Gaston Oumarou, MD, is a specialist in general neurosurgery who focuses on injuries and conditions of the spine and brain. He treats patients using various procedures, which include: Speaks: English, French. Dr. Oumarou is board certified in Royal College Of Physicians & Surgeons Canada: Neurosurgery.

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.

Alyssa Henry is a physician assistant in neurosurgery. She treats neurological injuries and diseases, including traumatic neurosurgical conditions. Speaks: English. Dr. Henry is board certified in National Commission On Certification Of Physician Assistants.

Phil Downey, PA-C, specializes in adult neurosurgical procedures. He has special medical interest in the management of adult spinal deformities, minimally invasive spine procedures and management of brain tumors. He is frequently featured on Seattle Met's annual list of the best health care professionals.Phil values patient-focused care and shared decision-making. He left his career as a paramedic to join the physician assistant profession so that he could be involved in all aspects of patient care: before, during and after surgery.Phil focuses on honesty and solution-focused care. He wants every patient to have a better understanding of their specific condition and the treatments available.Outside of work, Phil enjoys taking advantage of all the Pacific Northwest has to offer. Weekends are spent with family, salmon fishing, crabbing and enjoying local wineries. Dr. Downey is board certified in National Commission On Certification Of Physician Assistants.

Nurse practitioner Adam Walker specializes in neurosurgery. He provides pre-surgery consultations and post-surgery follow-ups. Speaks: English. Dr. Walker is board certified in American Nurses Credentialing Center: Family Nurse Practitioner.

Luis Ramos is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Jacksonville, Florida. Dr. Ramos is board certified in AB Neurological Surgery - Neurological Surgery.

Kelcie Ginn is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Tulsa, Oklahoma. She has been practicing medicine for over 1 year. Dr. Ginn is board certified in National Commission On Certification Of Physician Assistants - Physician Assistant - Certified (PA-C). Dr. Ginn is currently accepting new patients.

Tania Mattioli is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Winston-salem, North Carolina. She has been practicing medicine for over 13 years. Dr. Mattioli is board certified in Family Nurse Practitioner.

Gretchen Jopp is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Huntersville, North Carolina. She has been practicing medicine for over 10 years. Dr. Jopp is board certified in Physician Assistant.

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.

Jeremy Holman is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Owensboro, Kentucky. Dr. Holman is board certified in National Commission On Certification Of Physician Assistants - Physician Assistant - Certified (PA-C). Dr. Holman is currently accepting new patients.

Jerika Decker is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Maple Grove, Minnesota. Dr. Decker is board certified in Physician Assistant: National Commission On Certification Of Physician Assistants, 2020.

Matthew Cummins, PA-C, is an independent physician assistant at Ascension St. Vincent in Carmel, Indiana. He is part of a neurosurgery care team that diagnoses and treats brain, spine and nerve disorders, including back pain, chronic headaches, epilepsy and movement disorders. Dr. Cummins is board certified in National Commission On Certification Of Physician Assistants - Physician Assistant - Certified (PA-C). Dr. Cummins is currently accepting new patients.

Nicholas Eley, PA-C, specializes in scoliosis and reconstructive surgery; spinal tumor resection and reconstruction; routine spinal degenerative conditions; malignant and benign neoplasm of the brain and peripheral nerves; functional neurosurgery; stroke; and neurocritical care.Nicholas strives to develop a partnership with each patient, using informative, honest communication to facilitate shared decision-making. His goal is to help patients and families navigate their health through a variety of conditions, often during very stressful times.In his free time, Nicholas is most often hiking, playing guitar, gardening or enjoying one of the many fine restaurants Seattle has to offer. Dr. Eley is board certified in National Commission On Certification Of Physician Assistants.

Emmanuel Okelola is a certified physician assistant (PA-C) with the Orlando Health Neuroscience Institute specializing in neurosurgery. He assists with a variety of surgeries including spinal and brain and also has experience treating: Seizures Brain tumors Neurosurgery Back pain Cranial and spinal trauma Peripheral nerve injuries Emmanuel joined Orlando Health as a neurosurgical PA in 2019. He has been the first assist for a group of 11 neurosurgeons on more than 250 surgeries annually. He believes in treating patients as if they were family and strives to communicate in an easy-to-understand manner. Emmanuel's Training Emmanuel received his bachelor's degree in biology from the University of North Texas in Denton. He earned his master's in physician assistant studies from Nova Southeastern University in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. About Emmanuel Emmanuel is certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants and licensed as a PA with prescribing qualifications by the Florida Department of Health. His professional memberships include the Florida Academy of Physician Assistants, American Academy of Physician Associates and American Association of Neurological Surgeons. Outside of work, Emmanuel enjoys exercising, playing sports, woodworking, visiting museums, watching movies, traveling and attending concerts.

Brittany Malone is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Charlotte, North Carolina. She has been practicing medicine for over 9 years. Dr. Malone is board certified in Physician Assistant.

Lydia Jones is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Greenville, South Carolina. She has been practicing medicine for over 1 year. Dr. Jones is board certified in American Nurses Credentialing Center and (Nurse Practitioner, Family).

Joshua Dian is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Omaha, Nebraska. He has been practicing medicine for over 8 years.

Sydney Kirk, PA-C, specializes in Neurosurgery and is located in Charleston, SC.

Briccio Guillermo, PA-C specializes in Neurosurgery and works closely with Dr. Peter Nora. Dr. Guillermo is board certified in National Commission On Certification Of Physician Assistants. Dr. Guillermo is currently accepting new patients.

Kimberly Barnett, PA, is a physician assistant specializing in neurosurgery with Ascension Providence in Waco, Texas. She listens to understand you and your health concerns, taking the time to get to know you and your family's health history and create a personalized care plan that's right for you. As a physician assistant, Kimberly can diagnose illness and injury, prescribe medication and provide non-surgical care. Dr. Barnett is board certified in National Commission On Certification Of Physician Assistants - Neurological Surgery. Dr. Barnett is currently accepting new patients.