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Learn more about Neurosurgeons and how to choose the right one for you
Learn more about Neurosurgeons
A neurosurgeon specializes in the medical and surgical care of people with diseases and conditions of the brain and nervous system, including the spinal cord, nerves, muscles, and related blood vessels. Neurosurgeons diagnose and treat many diseases, including stroke, seizure disorders, back problems, brain and spine tumors, injuries, and birth defects. Neurosurgeons also perform surgery on the back, neck, brain, spinal cord, and peripheral nerves to treat neurological problems.
Neurosurgeons are also experts in the prevention of brain and nervous system diseases and in reducing neurological disability. A neurosurgeon typically:
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Evaluates a patient’s medical history and educates the patient about brain and nervous system health and disease prevention
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Performs physical exams that include evaluating blood pressure, vital signs, and the health of the brain and nervous system
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Orders and interprets laboratory and imaging tests and prescribes medications
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Diagnoses and treats acute and chronic diseases and conditions that affect the brain and nervous system including brain and spinal cord injuries and tumors, movement disorders, and many types of back problems
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Screens, treats and monitors conditions that increase the risk of serious brain and nervous system conditions, such as a head injury that can lead to long-term memory loss and headaches
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Performs diagnostic procedures and surgery, such as surgery to treat back pain, brain cancer, and birth defects of the brain and spinal cord
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Provides direct care for brain and nervous system conditions in the office and in the hospital
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Works closely with your primary care doctor and other specialists and members of your healthcare team to provide optimal care
Neurosurgeons may also be known by the following names: neurological surgeon, brain surgeon, spine surgery specialist, and spinal cord surgeon.
There are 176 specialists practicing Neurosurgery in Louisiana with an overall average rating of 4.1 stars. There are 99 hospitals in Louisiana with affiliated Neurosurgery specialists, including Tulane Medical Center, Ochsner Medical Center and Our Lady Of The Lake Regional Medical Center.
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Dr. Justin Owen, MD
Specialty: Neurosurgery76 Starbrush CirCovington, LA 70433Patients Tell Us:- Offers Telehealth
- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
Meets the following criteria:
- Above average experience
- Good hospital quality
- Good patient ratings
- No healthcare sanctions
Dr. Eric Oberlander, MD
Specialty: Neurosurgery10101 Park Rowe Ave # 4Baton Rouge, LA 70810Patients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Explains conditions well
Meets the following criteria:
- Above average experience
- Good hospital quality
- Good patient ratings
- No healthcare sanctions
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Specialty: Neurosurgery1203 S Tyler St Ste 220Covington, LA 70433Patients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Explains conditions well
Care Philosophy: I strive to provide all patients with the best options available to improve their condition and quality of life. Each visit is approached with honesty, compassion and professionalism.
Meets the following criteria:
- Above average experience
- Good hospital quality
- Good patient ratings
- No healthcare sanctions
Dr. Charles Bowie, MD
Specialty: Neurosurgery10101 Park Rowe Ave Ste 200Baton Rouge, LA 70810Patients Tell Us:- Offers Telehealth
- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
Dr. Ilias Caralopoulos, MD
Specialty: Neurosurgery1203 S Tyler St Ste 220Covington, LA 70433Patients Tell Us:- Offers Telehealth
- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
Biography: <p>Dr. Caralopoulos received his medical degree from Warren Alpert Medical School at Brown University in Providence, Rhode Island. He then completed his Neurosurgery residency at the Tulane-Ochsner Neurosurgery Program in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Caralopoulos treats all general neurosurgery cases, with a special focus on open and minimally invasive spine surgery.</p>
Meets the following criteria:
- Above average experience
- Good hospital quality
- Good patient ratings
- No healthcare sanctions
Dr. Mohammad Almubaslat, MD
Specialty: Neurosurgery100 Mariners Blvd Ste 1Mandeville, LA 70448Patients Tell Us:- Offers Telehealth
- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
Care Philosophy: Advanced Brain and Spine Institute (ABSI) is the first progressive neuroscience institute in the Northshore and New Orleans Area of Louisiana. We utilize a unique approach that combines state of the art technology in neurosurgical and spine care, with a personalized and holistic approach to treatment. We accept over 95% of insurance plans and governmental plans, including Medicare and Tricare, as well as special financial arrangements. For more information, visit: http://www.absinola.com
Meets the following criteria:
- Above average experience
- Good hospital quality
- Good patient ratings
- No healthcare sanctions
Dr. Peter Campbell, MD
Specialty: Neurosurgery1500 Line Ave Ste 200Shreveport, LA 71101Patients Tell Us:- Offers Telehealth
- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
Dr. Jorge Alvernia, MD
Specialty: Neurosurgery1908 ROYAL AVEMonroe, LA 71201Patients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Explains conditions well
Meets the following criteria:
- Above average experience
- Good hospital quality
- Good patient ratings
- No healthcare sanctions
Dr. Ilyas Munshi, MD
Specialty: Neurosurgery99 W Martial AveLafayette, LA 70508Patients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Explains conditions well
Meets the following criteria:
- Above average experience
- Good hospital quality
- Good patient ratings
- No healthcare sanctions
Dr. Daniel Denis, MD
Specialty: Neurosurgery1514 Jefferson HwyNew Orleans, LA 70121Patients Tell Us:- Offers Telehealth
- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
Meets the following criteria:
- Above average experience
- Good hospital quality
- Good patient ratings
- No healthcare sanctions
Dr. Erich Wolf II, MD
Specialty: Neurosurgery1614 Wolf CirLake Charles, LA 70605Patients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Explains conditions well
Meets the following criteria:
- Above average experience
- Good hospital quality
- Good patient ratings
- No healthcare sanctions
Dr. Sebastian Koga, MD
Specialty: Neurosurgery189 Greenbrier Blvd Ste CCovington, LA 70433Patients Tell Us:- Offers Telehealth
- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
Meets the following criteria:
- Above average experience
- Good hospital quality
- Good patient ratings
- No healthcare sanctions
Dr. Matthew Hefner, MD
Specialty: Neurosurgery2449 Hospital Dr Ste 210Bossier City, LA 71111Patients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Explains conditions well
Biography: <p>Born and raised in Shreveport, Dr. Hefner is thankful to be able to serve the community in which he was raised. A graduate of Northwood High School, Dr. Hefner earned his undergraduate degree from Louisiana State University in Shreveport. From there he graduated summa cum laude with a bachelor's degree in molecular and cellular biology as well as a minor in chemistry.</p> <p>Afterwards he attended LSU Health Sciences center in Shreveport where he attained his medical degree. Dr. Hefner completed his residency in neurosurgery at LSU Health Sciences in Shreveport. He participated in numerous basic science and clinical research projects, earning special recognition for some. Dr. Hefner has published book chapters, numerous articles in peer reviewed journals, and has presented at several state and national conferences. He served as chief resident from 2020-2021. Dr. Hefner has also spent significant time in an enfolded fellowship with Dr. Anthony Sin focusing on adult and pediatric complex spine surgery.</p> <p>Dr. Hefner is very excited to join WK in serving the community he loves to call home. He has interest in adult neurosurgery including the surgical treatment of a variety of brain, spinal, and peripheral nerve disorders. He has a particular interest in minimally invasive treatment options.</p> <p>He is happily married to his high school sweetheart Amy, and is the proud father of four beautiful daughters, Madison, Kensley, Nicole, and Makayla.When not practicing medicine, Dr. Hefner enjoys being involved in his church where he serves as a deacon, international travel, reading, amateur astronomy, and anything car related.</p>
Dr. Brian Kelley, DO
Specialty: Neurosurgery3901 Rainbow BlvdKansas City, KS 66160Patients Tell Us:- Offers Telehealth
- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
Dr. Richard Stanger, MD
Specialty: Neurosurgery10101 Park Rowe Ave Ste 200Baton Rouge, LA 70810Patients Tell Us:- Offers Telehealth
- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
Meets the following criteria:
- Above average experience
- Good hospital quality
- Good patient ratings
- No healthcare sanctions
Dr. Thomas Francavilla, MD
Specialty: Neurosurgery101 Judge Tanner Blvd Ste 402Covington, LA 70433Patients Tell Us:- Offers Telehealth
- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
Meets the following criteria:
- Above average experience
- Good hospital quality
- Good patient ratings
- No healthcare sanctions
Dr. Kelly Scrantz, MD
Specialty: Neurosurgery10101 Park Rowe Ave Ste 200Baton Rouge, LA 70810Patients Tell Us:- Offers Telehealth
- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
Meets the following criteria:
- Above average experience
- Good hospital quality
- Good patient ratings
- No healthcare sanctions
Dr. Edison Valle, MD
Specialty: Neurosurgery1514 Jefferson HwyNew Orleans, LA 70121Patients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Explains conditions well
Dr. Alan Appley, MD
Specialty: Neurosurgery155 Hospital Dr Ste 100Lafayette, LA 70503Patients Tell Us:- Employs friendly staff
- Explains conditions well
- Patients found trustworthy
Meets the following criteria:
- Above average experience
- Good hospital quality
- Good patient ratings
- No healthcare sanctions
Dr. Patrick Juneau, MD
Specialty: Neurosurgery1103 Kaliste Saloom Rd Ste 206Lafayette, LA 70508Patients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Explains conditions well
Meets the following criteria:
- Above average experience
- Good hospital quality
- Good patient ratings
- No healthcare sanctions
Dr. Bharat Guthikonda, MD
Specialty: Neurosurgery1501 Kings HwyShreveport, LA 71103Patients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Explains conditions well
Dr. Gregory Fautheree, MD
Specialty: Neurosurgery10101 Park Rowe Ave Ste 200Baton Rouge, LA 70810Patients Tell Us:- Offers Telehealth
- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
Meets the following criteria:
- Above average experience
- Good hospital quality
- Good patient ratings
- No healthcare sanctions
Dr. Zachary Dodd, MD
Specialty: Neurosurgery200 W Esplanade Ave Ste 500Kenner, LA 70065Patients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Explains conditions well
Meets the following criteria:
- Above average experience
- Good hospital quality
- Good patient ratings
- No healthcare sanctions
Dr. Paul Birinyi, MD
Specialty: Neurosurgery2410 Jake Dr Ste 1Opelousas, LA 70570Patients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Explains conditions well
Meets the following criteria:
- Above average experience
- Good hospital quality
- Good patient ratings
- No healthcare sanctions
Dr. Marshall Cain, MD
Specialty: Neurosurgery2485 Tower Dr Ste 9Monroe, LA 71201Meets the following criteria:
- Above average experience
- Good hospital quality
- Good patient ratings
- No healthcare sanctions
Dr. Matthew Burton, MD
Specialty: Neurosurgery4150 Nelson Rd Ste C10Lake Charles, LA 70605Patients Tell Us:- Offers Telehealth
- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
Meets the following criteria:
- Above average experience
- Good hospital quality
- Good patient ratings
- No healthcare sanctions
Dr. Justin Haydel, MD
Specialty: Neurosurgery3798 Veterans Memorial Blvd Ste 200Metairie, LA 70002Patients Tell Us:- Offers Telehealth
- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
Dr. Donald Dietze, MD
Specialty: Neurosurgery29301 N Dixie Ranch RdLacombe, LA 70445Patients Tell Us:- Employs friendly staff
- Explains conditions well
- Patients found trustworthy
Meets the following criteria:
- Above average experience
- Good hospital quality
- Good patient ratings
- No healthcare sanctions
Dr. Frank Culicchia, MD
Specialty: Neurosurgery1111 Medical Center Blvd Ste S750Marrero, LA 70072Patients Tell Us:- Offers Telehealth
- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
Meets the following criteria:
- Above average experience
- Good hospital quality
- Good patient ratings
- No healthcare sanctions
Dr. Joseph Keen, MD
Specialty: Neurosurgery1514 Jefferson HwyNew Orleans, LA 70121Patients Tell Us:- Offers Telehealth
- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
Dr. John Steck, MD
Specialty: Neurosurgery1111 Medical Center Blvd Ste S750Marrero, LA 70072Patients Tell Us:- Offers Telehealth
- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
Meets the following criteria:
- Above average experience
- Good hospital quality
- Good patient ratings
- No healthcare sanctions
Dr. Elizabeth Wild, MD
Specialty: Neurosurgery1575 Ramblewood Dr Ste 200East Lansing, MI 48823Patients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Explains conditions well
Dr. Anthony Sin, MD
Specialty: Neurosurgery1501 Kings HwyShreveport, LA 71103Patients Tell Us:- Offers Telehealth
- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
Meets the following criteria:
- Above average experience
- Good hospital quality
- Good patient ratings
- No healthcare sanctions
Dr. Aaron Dumont, MD
Specialty: Neurosurgery1415 Tulane Ave Fl 5New Orleans, LA 70112Patients Tell Us:- Offers Telehealth
- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
Dr. Deepak Awasthi, MD
Specialty: Neurosurgery726 N Acadia Rd Ste 2100Thibodaux, LA 70301Patients Tell Us:- Offers Telehealth
- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
Dr. David Cavanaugh, MD
Specialty: Neurosurgery1500 Line Ave Ste 200Shreveport, LA 71101Patients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Explains conditions well
Dr. Marcus Ware, MD
Specialty: Neurosurgery1514 Jefferson HwyNew Orleans, LA 70121Meets the following criteria:
- Above average experience
- Good hospital quality
- Good patient ratings
- No healthcare sanctions
Dr. Jason Cormier, MD
Specialty: Neurosurgery118 Rue FontaineLafayette, LA 70508Meets the following criteria:
- Above average experience
- Good hospital quality
- Good patient ratings
- No healthcare sanctions
Dr. Benjamin Brown, MD
Specialty: Neurosurgery1203 S Tyler St Ste 220Covington, LA 70433Patients Tell Us:- Offers Telehealth
- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
Biography: <p>Dr. Brown completed a dual Bachelor's Degree of Science in Electrical Engineering and Computer Engineering from Louisiana State University in 2001 and received his Doctor of Medicine in 2006 from Louisiana State University Medical School in New Orleans. He completed his residency in Neurosurgery at LSU Hospital in Shreveport, LA in 2013 followed by a cerebrovascular/endovascular fellowship at the Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville,FL. He is board certified in Neurologic Surgery. Dr. Brown joins us from the Mayo Clinic in Florida and has been in practice for 5 years. Dr.Brown's clinical interests include disorders of the spine and brain including tumors, aneurysms, carotid disease, acute stroke, degenerative spinal conditions, trigeminal neuralgia, and others. He utilizes both open and minimally invasive techniques as well as endovascular approaches.</p> <p>Interests</p> <ul> <li>Endovascular treatment of cerebral aneurysms</li> <li>Microsurgical treatment of cerebral aneurysms</li> <li>Endovascular treatment of fistulas</li> <li>Cavernous malformations</li> <li>Arteriovenous malformations</li> <li>Endovascular technologies</li> <li>Carotid endarterectomy</li> <li>Moyamoya disease/cerebral revascularization</li> <li>Cerebral vasospasm</li> <li>Sports-related concussion</li> </ul>
Dr. Jeffrey Albea, MD
Specialty: Neurosurgery1819 Clinch Ave Ste 214Knoxville, TN 37916Patients Tell Us:- Offers Telehealth
- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
Meets the following criteria:
- Above average experience
- Good hospital quality
- Good patient ratings
- No healthcare sanctions
Dr. Lindsay Lasseigne, MD
Specialty: Neurosurgery726 N Acadia Rd Ste 2100Thibodaux, LA 70301Dr. Christopher Maulucci, MD
Specialty: Neurosurgery1415 Tulane Ave Fl 5New Orleans, LA 70112Patients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Explains conditions well
Meets the following criteria:
- Above average experience
- Good hospital quality
- Good patient ratings
- No healthcare sanctions
Dr. Paul Waguespack, MD
Specialty: Neurosurgery10101 Park Rowe Ave Ste 200Baton Rouge, LA 70810Patients Tell Us:- Offers Telehealth
- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
Dr. Gregory Rubino, MD
Specialty: Neurosurgery1717 Oak Park Blvd Fl 3Lake Charles, LA 70601Dr. Bernie McHugh, MD
Specialty: Neurosurgery212 Walnut St Ste 110Monroe, LA 71201Dr. John Reeves, MD
Specialty: Neurosurgery2800 Hearne AveShreveport, LA 71103Patients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Explains conditions well
Care Philosophy: John D. Reeves, MD, is a neurosurgeon at Spectrum Neurosurgery, part of Willis Knighton Health in Shreveport, Louisiana. A Shreveport native, he graduated from LSUHSC-New Orleans School of Medicine in 1984. Dr. Reeves did a general surgery residency at the Shreveport LSUHSC campus before returning to New Orleans for a second residency in neurosurgery. His fellowship was in Switzerland at University Hospital of Zurich, working under world renowned cerebrovascular and brain tumor neurosurgeon Dr. M. Gazi Yasargil. Dr. Reeves is board certified in neurological surgery (American Board of Neurological Surgery). Away from the clinic, Dr. Reeves enjoys spending time with his wife, Jamie Woodruff Reeves, and their two grown daughters. Dr. Reeves enjoys the usual southern pastimes of fishing, hiking, exercise, reading, cooking and entertaining. And of course, he enjoys playing fetch with his beloved fur child Kojo.
Meets the following criteria:
- Above average experience
- Good hospital quality
- Good patient ratings
- No healthcare sanctions
Dr. Miguel Melgar, MD
Specialty: Neurosurgery1340 Broad Ave Ste 440Gulfport, MS 39501Meets the following criteria:
- Above average experience
- Good hospital quality
- Good patient ratings
- No healthcare sanctions
Dr. Philip Utter, MD
Specialty: Neurosurgery1500 Line Ave Ste 200Shreveport, LA 71101Patients Tell Us:- Offers Telehealth
- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
Dr. Jonathan Riffle, DO
Specialty: Neurosurgery2820 Napoleon Ave Ste 400New Orleans, LA 70115Patients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Explains conditions well
Dr. Najeeb Thomas, MD
Specialty: Neurosurgery3798 Veterans Memorial Blvd Ste 200Metairie, LA 70002Meets the following criteria:
- Above average experience
- Good hospital quality
- Good patient ratings
- No healthcare sanctions
Dr. Jessica Wilden, MD
Specialty: Neurosurgery1501 Kings HwyShreveport, LA 71103Patients Tell Us:- Offers Telehealth
- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
Dr. Robert Dallapiazza, MD
Specialty: Neurosurgery4224 Houma Blvd Ste 540Metairie, LA 70006Patients Tell Us:- Offers Telehealth
- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
Dr. Brandon Gaynor, MD
Specialty: Neurosurgery10101 Park Rowe AveBaton Rouge, LA 70810Patients Tell Us:- Offers Telehealth
- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
Dr. Erin Biro, MD
Specialty: Neurosurgery1514 Jefferson HwyNew Orleans, LA 70121Meets the following criteria:
- Above average experience
- Good hospital quality
- Good patient ratings
- No healthcare sanctions
Dr. Ahmad Elakil, MD
Specialty: Neurosurgery2525 S Michigan AveChicago, IL 60616Patients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Explains conditions well
Meets the following criteria:
- Above average experience
- Good hospital quality
- Good patient ratings
- No healthcare sanctions
Dr. Cuong Bui, MD
Specialty: Neurosurgery1514 Jefferson Hwy Fl 7New Orleans, LA 70121Meets the following criteria:
- Above average experience
- Good hospital quality
- Good patient ratings
- No healthcare sanctions
Dr. Jayme Trahan, MD
Specialty: Neurosurgery1103 Kaliste Saloom Rd Ste 100Lafayette, LA 70508Meets the following criteria:
- Above average experience
- Good hospital quality
- Good patient ratings
- No healthcare sanctions
Dr. Scott Soleau, MD
Specialty: Neurosurgery15420 S Harrells Ferry RdBaton Rouge, LA 70816Patients Tell Us:- Offers Telehealth
- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
Dr. Manish Singh, MD
Specialty: Neurosurgery1430 Tulane Ave Fl 5New Orleans, LA 70112Dr. Marcus Schmitz, MD
Specialty: Neurosurgery155 Hospital Dr Ste 100Lafayette, LA 70503Dr. Luke Corsten, MD
Specialty: Neurosurgery10101 Park Rowe Ave Ste 200Baton Rouge, LA 70810Dr. Horace Mitchell, MD
Specialty: Neurosurgery10101 Park Rowe Ave Ste 200Baton Rouge, LA 70810