Dr. Spiros Blackburn, MD
Neurosurgery•Male•Age 44
Ut Physicians Neurosciences
6400 Fannin St Ste 2800 Houston, TX 77030Make an Appointment
Show Phone NumberDr. Spiros Blackburn, MD is a Neurosurgery Specialist in Houston, TX. Dr. Blackburn has more experience with Neurocritical Care Disorders, Pediatric Neurosurgery, and Cranial Neurosurgery than other specialists in his area. He is affiliated with medical facilities Memorial Hermann - Texas Medical Center and Memorial Hermann Northwest Hospital. Be sure to call ahead with Dr. Blackburn to book an appointment.
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About Me
Biography
Specialties
- Neurosurgery
Board Certifications
- Neurosurgery
Awards
- Healthgrades Honor Roll
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are Dr. Spiros Blackburn, MD's top areas of care?
Dr. Blackburn frequently treats Neurocritical Care Disorders, Pediatric Neurosurgery, and Cranial Neurosurgery. See all practice areas where Dr. Blackburn specializes.
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Dr. Blackburn's office is located at 6400 Fannin St Ste 2800, Houston, TX 77030. Find other locations and directions on Healthgrades.
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Frequently Treated by Dr. Blackburn
Based on treatment records, we have identified the following as areas of care that Dr. Blackburn treats more often than their peers. If you are unsure whether Dr. Blackburn treats other conditions, please contact the office at (713) 704-7100.
Neurocritical Care Disorders
Neurocritical care specialists diagnose and treat severe and life-threatening neurological conditions such as stroke, spinal cord injury, brain tumor, and traumatic brain injuryCompare with other Neurocritical Care Disorders specialists.
Dr. Blackburn is experienced in the area of Neurocritical Care Disorders. See the graph below to learn more about his experience.
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Pediatric Neurosurgery
Pediatric neurosurgeons perform surgical procedures to treat diseases and conditions of the brain and spinal cord in children and teenagers under age 18.Compare with other Pediatric Neurosurgery specialists.
Dr. Blackburn is experienced in the area of Pediatric Neurosurgery. See the graph below to learn more about his experience.
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Cranial Neurosurgery
Cranial neurosurgeons perform surgical procedures that involve opening or passing through the skull to treat conditions affecting the brain, spinal cord, and nervous system.Compare with other Cranial Neurosurgery specialists.
Dr. Blackburn is experienced in the area of Cranial Neurosurgery. See the graph below to learn more about his experience.
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Dr. Blackburn's conditions and procedures:
- Acoustic Neuroma
- Aneurysm
- Arteriovenous Malformation (AVM)
- Arteriovenous Malformation (AVM) Brain
- Brain Abscess
- Brain and Nervous System Cancer (incl. Gliomas, Astrocytoma, Schwannoma, Medulloblastoma, Chordoma)
- Brain Aneurysm
- Brain Cancer
- Brain Surgery
- Broken Neck
- Carotid Artery Stent Placement
- Carotid Endarterectomy (CEA) or Excision of Infected Graft
- Cauda Equina Syndrome
- Cerebral Artery Thrombosis
- Cerebral Hemorrhage
- Cerebrospinal Fluid (CSF) Shunt - Insertion, Repair or Removal
- Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak (CSF Leak)
- Cerebrovascular Disease
- Cervical Spine Myelopathy
- Chiari Malformation Type 1
- Chiari's Deformity
- Cranial Trauma
- Craniectomy, Craniotomy, Surgery of Skull Base, Neuroendoscopy
- Degenerative Disc Disease
- Epilepsy
- Herniated Disc
- Hydrocephalus
- Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension
- Intervertebral Disc Disease
- Intracranial Arteriovenous Malformation (AVM) Repair
- Intracranial Vessel Angioplasty and Stenting
- Lamina Procedures (incl. Laminectomy, Laminoplasty, Laminotomy)
- Low Back Pain
- Lumbar Spine Fracture
- Meningiomas
- Myelopathy
- Neuroplasty
- Non-Coronary Angioplasty, Atherectomy, and Stenting
- Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus
- Osteoarthritis of Spine
- Osteosarcoma
- Pathological Spine Fracture
- Pituitary Gland Tumor Excision
- Pituitary Tumor
- Polyneuropathy
- Radiculopathy (Not Due to Disc Displacement)
- Repair Intracranial Aneurysm
- Secondary Malignancies
- Skull Base Surgery
- Spinal Cord Injury
- Spinal Fusion
- Spinal Stenosis
- Spine Deformities
- Spine Fracture Treatment
- Spine Fractures, Traumatic
- Spondylolisthesis
- Stenting, Intracranial Vessels
- Stroke
- Subarachnoid Hemorrhage
- Subdural Hemorrhage
- Thoracic Spine Fracture
- Thoracic Spine Myelopathy
- Traumatic Brain Injury
- Upper Back Pain
- Vascular Transcatheter Embolization
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Dr. Blackburn accepts the following insurance:
- Aetna
- Aetna HMO
- Choice Plus POS II
- Anthem
- National (BlueCard) PPO
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Blue Card PPO
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
- Blue Choice
- CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
- HealthyBlue 2.0
- HealthyBlue Advantage
- Cigna
- Cigna HMO
- Cigna PPO
- LocalPlus
- Open Access Plus
- First Health (Coventry Health Care)
- First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
- Humana
- Choice Care PPO
- Preferred PPO
- Humana Health Plan of Texas
- Houston Area HMO-Standard
- MultiPlan
- MultiPlan PPO
- PHCS Network PPO
Locations
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Childrens-Eggleston Emergncy
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- Hours
- Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
- Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
- Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
- Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
- Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
- Sat: 8:00am - 5:00pm
- Sun: 8:00am - 5:00pm
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Affiliated Hospitals
Dr. Blackburn is affiliated with the following hospitals. Select a hospital below to learn more.
Learn more about how Healthgrades measuresHospital Quality.77% Patient Experience Rating, 8% higher than the national average
13 Awards Received
Award Highlight: America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2021)
19 Awards Received
Award Highlight: Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2018)
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