25 of the Best Neurosurgeons Near Me

Shekar N. Kurpad, MD, is an independent neurosurgeon at Ascension Wisconsin in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Dr. Kurpad uses minimally invasive procedures to repair spine injuries, arthritic spinal conditions and remove spine and brain tumors. He uses robotic-assisted surgery as part of our spine surgery and brain tumor program. Robotic-assisted surgery may lead to a faster recovery, shorter hospital stay, and less scarring. Dr. Kurpad is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cervical Myelopathy, Spinal Stenosis, Cervical Spondylosis, Laminectomy, and Spinal Fusion. Dr. Kurpad is board certified in The American Board Of Neurological Surgery - Neurological Surgery. Dr. Kurpad is currently accepting new patients.

George Raque is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Louisville, Kentucky. He has been practicing medicine for over 43 years. Dr. Raque is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cervical Myelopathy, Cervical Spondylosis, Spinal Stenosis, Laminectomy, and Microdiscectomy. Dr. Raque is board certified in American Board Of Neurological Surgery, Neurological Surgery - 1995. Dr. Raque is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Ichiro Yuki is a UCI Health neurosurgeon who specializes in the medical and neurointerventional treatment of cerebrovascular diseases, including brain aneurysms, ischemic strokes, brain arteriovenous malformation, brain and spine arteriovenous fistula, carotid stenosis and intracranial tumors.He also has expertise in minimally invasive endovascular procedures, including embolization and stenting of brain aneurysms, embolization of arteriovenous malformations and arteriovenous fistulas, as well as carotid stenting, using the most advanced imaging technology.Yuki earned his medical degree at Jikei University School of Medicine in Tokyo, where he completed a residency in neurological surgery. He then completed a fellowship in interventional neuroradiology at David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA in Los Angeles.His research interests include development of neuro-endovascular devices and software for angiography and neuro-imaging. He is the author or co-author of dozens of research papers published in peer-reviewed journals and his research and writings have received multiple national and international awards. Dr. Yuki is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Brain Aneurysm, Stroke, Pulmonary Arteriovenous Malformation (PAVM), Thrombectomy, and Endovascular Embolization.

John Eickman, MD, is a neurosurgeon who has been serving patients in eastern North Dakota since 2010. He specializes in the following procedures: Dr. Eickman also has experience providing care in both hospital and private practice settings. Speaks: English. Dr. Eickman is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cervical Spondylosis, Cervical Myelopathy, Spinal Stenosis, Bone Graft, and Vertebroplasty. Dr. Eickman is board certified in American Board Of Neurological Surgery.

Timothy Stepp is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Kansas City, Kansas. He has been practicing medicine for over 41 years. Dr. Stepp is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Meningioma, Acoustic Neuroma, Schwannoma, Gamma Knife Radiosurgery, and Endovascular Embolization. Dr. Stepp is board certified in American Board Of Neurological Surgery, Neurological Surgery - 1996. Dr. Stepp is currently accepting new patients.

Peter Amenta is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Worcester, Massachusetts. He has been practicing medicine for over 20 years. Dr. Amenta is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Brain Aneurysm, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Meningioma, Thrombectomy, and Stent Placement. Dr. Amenta is board certified in Neurological Surgery.

David Weaver, MD, is an independent neurosurgeon at Ascension St. Vincent in Evansville, Indiana. Dr. Weaver provides surgical care for conditions that affect the brain and spine. He starts by listening to better understand you and your health. Then, Dr. Weaver creates a surgical care plan that supports your brain, spine and nerve health. Dr. Weaver is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Stroke, Subdural Hematoma, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Laminectomy, and Microdiscectomy. Dr. Weaver is board certified in The American Board Of Neurological Surgery - Neurological Surgery. Dr. Weaver is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. James Leiphart is specialty care physician board certified in neurological surgery at Inova Health System. He joined Inova with nine years of surgical and clinical experience. He has a special interest in management of epilepsy and complex pain syndrome. Dr. Leiphart is the Vice Chair of Education for Inova Neurosciences, Director of the Inova Neurosurgery Residency Program, and serves the Department of Neurosciences at Virginia Commonwealth University, School of Medicine Inova Campus where he holds the title of Associate Professor. Dr. Leiphart chose to practice neurosurgery because there is so much potential to make a difference utilizing the surgical approach for patients dealing with complex brain disease. A native of Muncie, Indiana, Dr. Leiphart currently resides in Arlington, VA. Published Blog Articles and Other Media Video Qamar's Story: Seizure-Free with Laser Ablation Surgical Treatment Gabriel's Story: Use of Laser Ablation Treatment for Seizures Blogs With NeuroPace, Inova Epilepsy Center Offers Christian an Effective Treatment for His Complex Epilepsy (November 2022). Dr. Leiphart is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Delirium, Subdural Hematoma, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Awake Craniotomy, and Gastrostomy.

Jean-pierre Mobasser, MD, is an independent neurosurgeon at Ascension St. Vincent in Carmel, Indiana. Dr. Mobasser provides surgical care for conditions that affect the brain and spine. He starts by listening to better understand you and your health. Then, Dr. Mobasser creates a surgical care plan that supports your brain, spine and nerve health. Dr. Mobasser is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Spinal Stenosis, Cervical Spondylosis, Spondylolisthesis, Microdiscectomy, and Herniated Disc Surgery. Dr. Mobasser is board certified in The American Board Of Neurological Surgery - Neurological Surgery. Dr. Mobasser is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Burnett is board-certified in neurological surgery. Dr. Burnett's interests include complex and minimally-invasive spinal surgery, spinal sports medicine, neurotrauma, neuro-oncology, and peripheral nerve surgery. He has been awarded two research grants from the National Institutes of Health for his work in neurophysiology and the development of non-invasive blood flow monitors to treat patients with brain and spinal injuries. Dr. Burnett is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cervical Spondylosis, Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis, Spinal Stenosis, Laminectomy, and Sacral Nerve Stimulation. Dr. Burnett is board certified in The American Board Of Neurological Surgery - Neurological Surgery. Dr. Burnett is currently accepting new patients.

After receiving a magna cum laude undergraduate degree at Rutgers University in New Brunswick, N.J., Dr. John Quinn earned his medical degree at the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey, where he was inducted into Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society. He completed his neurosurgery residency at Rutgers University Hospital and Robert Wood Johnson Medical Center, where he was chief resident. During his residency, he completed a concurrent fellowship in spine and scoliosis surgery at the Hospital for Special Surgery and Weill-Cornell Graduate School of Medical Sciences in New York City, followed by an additional fellowship in spine deformity surgery at the University of Virginia Medical School in Charlottesville. Board certified in neurosurgery, Dr. Quinn focuses on treating complex spinal conditions. He specializes in spine surgery, particularly complex spine scoliosis, revision surgery and degenerative spine surgery, and his areas of expertise include complex spinal reconstruction procedures for adult and pediatric scoliosis, kyphosis, post-surgical flat back syndrome and tumors of the spine and vertebral column. He sees patients of all ages. His approach to care involves creating patient-specific treatment plans that recognize varying impacts of conditions on different people, pinpoint the source of symptoms and incorporate individual patient’s goals and expectations. When surgery is warranted, Dr. Quinn prepares patients for the procedure with careful steps to optimize their health, using physical therapy (such as aquatic strengthening) and other methodologies. The goal is to reduce risk and set expectations for post-surgical function and quality of life. He utilizes a team approach with pain management specialists, endocrinologists, physiatrists, neurologists and primary care physicians. Patients describe Dr. Quinn as an exceptional physician who is knowledgeable, professional, friendly, encouraging and supportive. They say he is a good listener who explains conditions in understandable terms and makes them feel heard and cared for. His patients value his willingness to treat complex cases that other physicians have given up on and provide patients with a clear path forward. A native of New Jersey, Dr. Quinn played football and baseball but discovered that medicine was a much better career choice for him than being a New York Yankee. Married to a nurse practitioner, he’s the father of a young daughter. The household also includes his pet Vizsla, who accompanies him on long runs. He also enjoys hiking and skiing. Dr. Quinn is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Spinal Stenosis, Scoliosis, Kyphosis, Osteotomy, and Microdiscectomy. Dr. Quinn is currently accepting new patients.

Rakesh Kumar is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Tampa, Florida. Dr. Kumar is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cervical Myelopathy, Cervical Spondylosis, Scoliosis, Laminectomy, and Microdiscectomy. Dr. Kumar is board certified in AB Neurological Surgery - Neurological Surgery.

I believe in providing my patients with the safest, most effective and efficient neurosurgical treatments in a compassionate manner. Dr. Aliabadi is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Stroke, Delirium, Spinal Stenosis, Laminectomy, and Microdiscectomy. Dr. Aliabadi is board certified in Neurological Surgery. Dr. Aliabadi is currently accepting new patients.

David Barnett is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Addison, Texas. Dr. Barnett is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cervical Myelopathy, Spinal Stenosis, Spondylolisthesis, Laminectomy, and Microdiscectomy. Dr. Barnett is board certified in Neurological Surgery- American Board Of Neurological Surgery.

Dr. Campos-Benitez is board certified in neurological surgery. His clinical interests include minimally invasive spine surgery; spine oncology; peripheral nerve surgery; microdiscectomy of the cervical, thoracic and lumbar spine; and decompression of spinal cord stenosis. Dr. Campos-Benitez earned his medical degree from Facultad de Medicina Pontifica Universidad Javeriana. He completed a residency at University Hospital San Rafael in Bogota, Colombia, and another residency at the University of Manitoba Faculty of Medicine. Dr. Campos-Benitez completed his fellowship at the University of Tennessee College of Medicine. He speaks English and Spanish. Dr. Campos is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Delirium, Sciatica, Scoliosis, Laminectomy, and Microdiscectomy. Dr. Campos is currently accepting new patients.

Benjamin Himes, MD, PhD, MHS, is an attending physician and Assistant Professor of Neurological Surgery at Montefiore Einstein. He specializes in cranial neurosurgical oncology, particularly in the treatment of intrinsic brain tumors in eloquent regions, including awake surgery with motor and speech mapping. Dr. Himes is particularly interested in the treatment of low-grade gliomas and glioblastoma. He also specializes in the treatment of metastatic disease to the brain, intraventricular tumors and extra-axial lesions including meningiomas. Dr. Himes has extensive experience with state-of-the-art surgical approaches, including the use of intraoperative ultrasound, 5-ALA, laser interstitial therapy (LITT) and radiosurgery. Dr. Himes is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Glioblastoma, Astrocytoma, Glioma, Laminectomy, and Awake Craniotomy.

Richard Naftalis, MD, FACS is board certified in neurological surgery. Dr. Naftalis has extensive experience and special interest in the surgical treatment of disorders of the spine and brain. Additionally, his practice includes the neurosurgical management of tumors, Chiari malformations, the surgical treatment of epilepsy, and neurotrauma. His armamentarium includes minimally invasive techniques, the use of intraoperative neuronavigation and MRI technology® , Gamma Knife® , Cyberknife® and Novalis® Radiosurgery, and applications of evidence-based medical practice. Dr. Naftalis enjoys the challenges of the neurosurgical patient and the complexity of their conditions. Dr. Naftalis feels that implementation of evidence-based medical practice, patient education and compassionate care all create a more satisfying and nurturing patient experience. Dr. Naftalis also serves as the Neurosurgical Director of the Baylor Neuroscience Center, Epilepsy Center at Baylor University Medical Center. Dr. Naftalis has been nominated for the 13th consecutive year for D Magazine's 2025 Best Docs . Dr. Naftalis has been named one of D Magazine’s Best Docs at least 15 times earning him a place on D Magazine’s Hall of Fame list. Dr. Naftalis has been named one of Texas Monthly's Texas Super Doctors for over 10 years earning him a place on Texas Monthly's Hall of Fame list. Dr. Naftalis has recently co-authored an article around spinal cord injury intervention . Patients living with chronic spinal cord injuries now have hope of regaining arm and hand mobility. Dr. Naftalis is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Meningioma, Hemangioblastoma, Radiation Induced Meningioma, Awake Craniotomy, and Microdiscectomy. Dr. Naftalis is board certified in Neurological Surgery- American Board Of Neurological Surgery.

Ricky Kalra is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Frisco, Texas. He has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Dr. Kalra is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Klippel-Feil Syndrome, Scoliosis, Subdural Hematoma, Laminectomy, and Microdiscectomy.

I specialize in the treatment of brain tumors and spinal disorders. I am a native of North Carolina and after spending time in military service, I have returned to provide care at Duke because I believe the people and assets here are dedicated to providing the best possible neurological care. I was drawn to the field of neurosurgery after my own family's experience with a brain tumor. I know firsthand that in the treatment of neurological disease, compassionate communication and joint decision-making with each patient is as important as the surgical procedure. I aim to bring up-to-date methods and treatments as part of a multi-disciplinary approach to help each patient deal with their illness. I also promise to help each individual understand all aspects of their care with the most honest and straightforward guidance that I can provide. In my spare time, I am very active in the outdoors of North Carolina as I enjoy spending time with my wife and four children. Dr. Cook is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Meningioma, Subdural Hematoma, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Awake Craniotomy, and Sacral Nerve Stimulation. Dr. Cook is board certified in American Board Of Neurological Surgery, Neurological Surgery.

Heustein Sy is an Internal Medicine specialist and a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Sy is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chiari Malformation Type 1, Brain Herniation, Chiari Malformation, and Subarachnoid Hemorrhage. Dr. Sy is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

Michael Chan is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Sacramento, California. Dr. Chan is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Meningioma, Familial Porencephaly, Choroid Plexus Cyst, and Arachnoid Cysts. Dr. Chan is board certified in Neurosurgery - Board Certified and Not ABMS Specialty. Dr. Chan is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Jacobs is a neurosurgeon board certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Surgery. His clinical interests include simple and complex spinal surgery, trigeminal neuralgia, brain surgery, peripheral nerve procedures, pain procedures, hydrocephalus and general neurosurgery. He earned his medical degree from Nova Southeastern University and completed his residency at the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. Jacobs speaks English and Spanish. In his free time, Dr. Jacobs enjoys spending time with his family, as well as music, sports and outdoor activities. Dr. Jacobs is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Subdural Hematoma, Hydrocephalus, Awake Craniotomy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Jacobs is currently accepting new patients.

Andrew Joshua Kobets, MD, is Attending Physician at Montefiore and Assistant Professor of Neurological Surgery at our Albert Einstein College of Medicine. Dr. Kobets specializes in pediatric neurological surgery with a focus on minimally invasive tumor resection, neuro-endoscopy for hydrocephalus, craniofacial reconstruction, Chiari malformation surgery, tethered cord syndrome repair, and pediatric cranial trauma management. Dr. Kobets is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hydrocephalus, Epidural Hematoma, Myelomeningocele, Endovascular Embolization, and Laminectomy.

Michelle Cecchini is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in San Antonio, Texas. Dr. Cecchini is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hydrocephalus, Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus, Congenital Cardiovascular Shunt, Awake Craniotomy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Cecchini is board certified in American Board Of Neurological Surgery.

Dr. Heffez has authored these articles on Chiari.- explores whether or not there is a relationship between the extent of tonsillar ectopia and the severity of the clinicalChiari syndrome- examines the relationship between the extent of tonsillar ectopia and the findings and outcomes followingChiari decompression surgery. Dr. Heffez is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chiari Malformation, Chiari Malformation Type 1, Tethered Cord Syndrome, Brain Herniation, and Laminectomy. Dr. Heffez is board certified in Neurological Surgery. Dr. Heffez is currently accepting new patients.