USC Department of Neurosurgery

USC Department of Neurosurgery We aim to combine compassionate care with state-of-the-art techniques to provide the finest neurosurgical services to patients.

The Department of Neurological Surgery is composed of 20 eminent, full-time clinician-scientists who are dedicated to patient care, scholarly activities and education of neurosurgical residents and fellows. Many of our faculty members hold national and international leadership roles. We also feature numerous faculty with dual appointments at USC, and a cohort of exceptional staff researchers.

--Our department, established in 1919, was the first organized neurosurgical service west of the Mississippi and featured the first neurosurgical training program on the West Coast, launched in 1927.
--Our department was instrumental in developing the skull-based neurosurgery subspecialty, starting in the 1980s.
--We were the first neurosurgical department to include full-time radiologists on our faculty to deliver neuro-endovascular care, beginning in 1994, and we have continued to make substantial contributions to radiosurgery.
--Four of our faculty members have been named among “America’s Best Doctors.”
--Two of our faculty members serve as editors of prestigious, international journals of neurosurgery.
--The department’s clinical volume, in excess of 3,000 cases, ranks as one of the five largest programs in the United States.

We are proud to celebrate the outstanding Keck Medicine of USC physicians recognized by Los Angeles magazine among the r...
04/02/2026

We are proud to celebrate the outstanding Keck Medicine of USC physicians recognized by Los Angeles magazine among the region’s recommended physicians. Each year, this distinction highlights doctors across a range of specialties who are nominated by their peers for their excellence in patient care and professional leadership.

Congratulations to our exceptional physicians on this well-deserved recognition and for continuing to advance innovative, compassionate care for patients across our community.

The 2026-2027 U.S. News & World Report Best Hospitals Expert Opinion Survey highlights the nation’s leading hospitals de...
02/25/2026

The 2026-2027 U.S. News & World Report Best Hospitals Expert Opinion Survey highlights the nation’s leading hospitals delivering world-class care. Patients across the country rely on these rankings to help guide important healthcare decisions. Your vote helps reinforce their confidence in the quality, outcomes, and innovation delivered by the Department of Neurosurgery and Department of Neurology Keck Medicine of USC.

Board-certified specialists who are registered with are eligible to participate in the survey. Below, you’ll find a step-by-step guide on how to register to cast your vote in this year’s survey.

How to Register:
·       Please sign up for membership at doximity.com if you do not yet have an account with Doximity.
·      If you are new to Doximity, select “Find Your Profile” on the homepage and follow the steps to register.
·      If you are already a member, please review your profile and be sure to list your affiliation with Keck Medicine of USC.
·       If you are already registered, you will receive an email asking you to submit your nominations.

Since this is a social media platform and to ensure your privacy, we ask that you contact Doximity directly with any questions related to your individual profile. Please email support@doximity.com.

Please know that your vote is very important to us. Thank you in advance for supporting the work we do at the USC Department of Neurology and Neurosurgery.

02/19/2026

February highlights at Keck Medicine of USC 🏥✨

✅ Vote: Please support Keck Medicine of USC in Neurology and Neurosurgery in the 2026 U.S. News & World Report reputation survey via Doximity.

🧠 Innovation: Our early-phase Parkinson’s stem cell trial is gaining national attention—and was highlighted by President Beong-Soo Kim as work happening “right here on this campus.”

🤝 Patient impact: A new Keck Medicine story features a patient living with NF2, showing how multidisciplinary care can change what’s possible.

📅 Join us: Register for the Southern California Brain Tumor Conference, submit your posters, and help us welcome keynote speaker Patrick Soon-Shiong.

📩 Also: Read the Winter 2026 USC Brain Tumor Center Newsletter celebrating our 5-year anniversary.

Thank you for all you do—and for taking a moment to vote. 🙏

Link in bio to Read in full: https://mailchi.mp/med.usc.edu/keckmedicineuscneurosurgerynewslettermarch-12777016q

01/20/2026

Kicking off the new year with momentum in the USC Department of Neurological Surgery! 👏✨

🎉 Congratulations to Dr. Gabriel Zada on his new national leadership role as Editor of Neurosurgical Focus—a major honor reflecting USC’s impact in academic neurosurgery.

🧠 Celebrating discovery: Dr. Frank Attenello has received new support from The Sontag Foundation through FUNDers Together to Solve Glioblastoma (FUND GBM) to advance critical research in glioblastoma—targeting treatment-resistant cancer stem cells that may “hide” during chemotherapy and drive recurrence.

📅 Save the date: The Southern California Brain Tumor Conference is coming soon, hosted by the USC Brain Tumor Center, featuring Dr. Patrick Soon-Shiong as our keynote speaker.

⚡️ And we’re proud to share how state-of-the-art radiosurgery is changing lives—giving a melanoma patient a renewed path forward.
Here’s to a year of innovation, collaboration, and hope. ❤️

Link in Bio to read in full: https://us21.campaign-archive.com/?u=7d7c925a22a21847805e9812a&id=a65b5aa7e4

No matter what holiday you are celebrating, we extend our warmest wishes for a season filled with warmth, reflection and...
12/20/2025

No matter what holiday you are celebrating, we extend our warmest wishes for a season filled with warmth, reflection and joy ✨

12/19/2025

As we close out 2025, we are deeply grateful for the incredible faculty, staff, trainees, and teams of USC Neurosurgery. This year was defined by clinical excellence, innovation, collaboration, and compassionate, patient-centered care across the full spectrum of neurosurgery. From advancing research and clinical trials to strengthening our culture of teamwork and mentorship, we are proud of all that was accomplished and excited for what’s ahead in 2026. Thank you for your dedication and commitment to our patients and to one another.

Link in bio to read in full: https://us21.campaign-archive.com/?u=7d7c925a22a21847805e9812a&id=6c65aa9ed7

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11/27/2025

This month, we’re celebrating major milestones across USC Neurosurgery.

Dr. Brian Lee and Dr. Xenos Mason are leading a groundbreaking stem-cell clinical trial for Parkinson disease, giving USC patients early access to this promising therapy.

We’re also honored to announce a new endowed Chair in Neurological Surgery, funded by the Stead Foundation and named in honor of Dr. Steven Giannotta, whose legacy continues to guide our mission.

We proudly celebrated the 5-year anniversary of the USC Brain Tumor Center, highlighting the growth, innovation, and patient impact that define our work.

As we enter this season of gratitude, we thank our clinicians, researchers, trainees, and staff for their dedication and excellence. 🍂🧡

Happy Thanksgiving!

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Happy Thanksgiving from USC Neurosurgery! 🍁🧡We are grateful for our incredible team and for the patients and families wh...
11/27/2025

Happy Thanksgiving from USC Neurosurgery! 🍁🧡

We are grateful for our incredible team and for the patients and families who inspire us every day. Wishing you a warm and joyful holiday.

USC Neurosurgery faculty were proud to attend and present at the CNS Annual Meeting in Los Angeles this past week—alongs...
10/16/2025

USC Neurosurgery faculty were proud to attend and present at the CNS Annual Meeting in Los Angeles this past week—alongside so many talented USC alumni now leading across the country! ❤️💛

It was an inspiring few days of innovation, collaboration, and Trojan pride in neurosurgery—right here in our hometown. 👏🧠✨

10/13/2025

🌟 News for USC Neurosurgery! 🌟

Our department has been on the move — with our incredible faculty and programs featured on national and international stages!

💫 The USC Brain Tumor Center proudly served as a Platinum Sponsor of the American Brain Tumor Association’s 2025 National Conference, where our team helped drive impactful discussions on advancing research and patient care.

💪 We also hosted the USC Spine Symposium, a powerful day of collaboration and innovation in spinal disorder management.

🌍 In August, the International Society of Pituitary Surgeons Conference returned for the first time since 2018, co-directed by Dr. Gabriel Zada, reaffirming USC’s leadership in global neurosurgical education.

🏙️ Looking ahead, the Congress of Neurological Surgeons Annual Meeting comes to Los Angeles, Oct 11–15, led by CNS President and USC alum Dr. Daniel J. Hoh.

🎓 On Oct 18–19, the Annual Brain Tumor Update and Symposium on Brain Metastasis and Spine Tumors—co-hosted by Cleveland Clinic and Keck School of Medicine of USC—will take place in Las Vegas, highlighting our national collaborations and commitment to advancing care.

🏃‍♂️ And on Oct 18, join us in Santa Monica for the ABTA BT5K, where the USC Brain Tumor Center is proud to be a Gold Sponsor! Let’s walk, run, and rally together in support of patients, families, and brain tumor research.

💙 Thank you to our entire department for your dedication, compassion, and teamwork. You are what makes USC shine.

📣 We’re proud to share that Keck Medicine of USC Neurosurgery has been recognized in the U.S. News & World Report 2025–2...
07/30/2025

📣 We’re proud to share that Keck Medicine of USC Neurosurgery has been recognized in the U.S. News & World Report 2025–2026 “Best Hospitals” rankings!

This is a reflection of the incredible expertise and commitment of our teams.

These honors are not just about rankings—they represent our deep dedication to improving outcomes and delivering hope for patients and families facing some of the most complex diagnoses.

To everyone who puts their trust in us: thank you. We’re honored to be on this journey with you.

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