Weill Cornell Medicine Pediatric Neurosurgery

Weill Cornell Medicine Pediatric Neurosurgery The Weill Cornell Medicine Pediatric Brain and Spine Center provides compassionate care to children Pediatric Neurosurgeons in New York City
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We’re proud to share that Dr. Mark Souweidane has been appointed the inaugural Surgeon-in-Chief at NewYork-Presbyterian ...
03/03/2026

We’re proud to share that Dr. Mark Souweidane has been appointed the inaugural Surgeon-in-Chief at NewYork-Presbyterian Komansky Children’s Hospital of Children’s Hospital of New York.

A world-renowned leader in pediatric neurosurgery, Dr. Souweidane has dedicated his career to advancing care for children with complex neurological conditions, from innovative brain tumor research and minimally invasive techniques to compassionate, family-centered care.

This new role reflects his extraordinary leadership, his vision for the future of children’s health and his decades-long commitment to improving outcomes for the youngest and most vulnerable patients.

Congratulations, Dr. Souweidane!

Call us to book your appointment with Dr. Souweidane | 866-426-7787

New research is helping families and surgeons better understand what to expect from posterior cranial vault distraction—...
02/17/2026

New research is helping families and surgeons better understand what to expect from posterior cranial vault distraction—a procedure used to treat children with complex skull conditions. A multicenter study led by Dr. Mohammed A. Fouda, with co-author Dr. Caitlin Hoffman, establishes clearer benchmarks for surgical risks, giving families more informed guidance.

Read more at https://neurosurgery.weill.cornell.edu/about-us/news-updates/weill-cornell-medicine-neurosurgery-fellow-leads-multicenter-study-clarifying

We are proud to share that Dr. Mark Souweidane served as faculty at the 2026 CNS Tumor Complications Course in Park City...
01/22/2026

We are proud to share that Dr. Mark Souweidane served as faculty at the 2026 CNS Tumor Complications Course in Park City, Utah. Invited for his nationally recognized expertise in the surgical and endoscopic approaches to intraventricular brain tumors in both children and adults, Dr. Souweidane joined world-renowned neurosurgeons to share lessons learned and advance safer, more effective care.

Learn more about our pediatric neurosurgery program at https://neurosurgery.weillcornell.org/service/pediatric-neurosurgery

January is Mental Wellness Month. As we transition out of the busy holiday season, it’s the perfect time to refocus on m...
01/05/2026

January is Mental Wellness Month.

As we transition out of the busy holiday season, it’s the perfect time to refocus on mental well-being. Our Neuropsychology Services are dedicated to supporting the cognitive and emotional health of every patient we serve.

A multidisciplinary team at Weill Cornell Medicine, spanning neurosurgery, neuropsychology and clinical research, publis...
12/31/2025

A multidisciplinary team at Weill Cornell Medicine, spanning neurosurgery, neuropsychology and clinical research, published two complementary reviews that together provide a comprehensive look at how Chiari malformation type I (CM-I) affects cognition across patients’ lifespans. The work was led by neurosurgery fellow Dr. Mohammed A. Fouda in collaboration with Drs. Jeffrey P. Greenfield, H. Allison Bender and Amanda Sacks-Zimmerman.

Read more at https://neurosurgery.weill.cornell.edu/about-us/news-updates/weill-cornell-medicine-team-publishes-pediatric-and-adult-reviews-cognitive-0

Dr. Mark Souweidane Reaches Milestone of 300 Endoscopic Colloid Cyst ResectionsDr. Mark M. Souweidane, vice chair of the...
12/23/2025

Dr. Mark Souweidane Reaches Milestone of 300 Endoscopic Colloid Cyst Resections

Dr. Mark M. Souweidane, vice chair of the Department of Neurological Surgery at Weill Cornell Medicine and director of pediatric neurological surgery at NewYork-Presbyterian Komansky Children’s Hospital of Children’s Hospital of New York, has achieved a new milestone, completing more than 300 endoscopic resections of colloid cysts – a minimally invasive procedure to remove benign pockets of tissue in the brain.

This accomplishment reflects decades of experience in minimally invasive, endoscopic neurosurgery and a career-long commitment to redefining the best surgical management for these rare brain lesions.

Read more at https://neurosurgery.weill.cornell.edu/about-us/news-updates/dr-mark-souweidane-reaches-milestone-300-endoscopic-colloid-cyst-resections-0

The Pediatric Section of the American Association of Neurological Surgeons held its annual meeting in Memphis, Tenn., De...
12/16/2025

The Pediatric Section of the American Association of Neurological Surgeons held its annual meeting in Memphis, Tenn., Dec. 4–7, bringing together pediatric neurosurgery leaders to review new research, health initiatives and best practices.

Dr. Taemin Oh attended on behalf of Weill Cornell Medicine, highlighting the department’s new initiatives in complex pediatric spine care. Michelle Buontempo attended as chair of the Advanced Practice Provider Committee, sharing updates on the committee’s work over the past year.

From Patient to Pediatric Neurosurgeon-in-Training Just one month after her Chiari decompression surgery, Addison walked...
12/09/2025

From Patient to Pediatric Neurosurgeon-in-Training

Just one month after her Chiari decompression surgery, Addison walked into school on Career Day dressed as… Dr. Greenfield himself, complete with her own little brain prop!

Her strength, spirit, and curiosity inspire all of us.

We’re so grateful to Addison and her family for sharing this moment with us and we’re honored to be part of her healing journey.

Want to learn more about Dr. Jeffrey Greenfield and his work with patients like Addison? Visit https://neurosurgery.weillcornell.org/faculty/jeffrey-p-greenfield-md-phd

Expanding care beyond New York!This month, Michelle Buontempo, MSN, RN, CCRN, CPNP, shared Weill Cornell Medicine’s Pedi...
11/19/2025

Expanding care beyond New York!

This month, Michelle Buontempo, MSN, RN, CCRN, CPNP, shared Weill Cornell Medicine’s Pediatric Neurosurgical Craniofacial Program expertise at the New Jersey NAPNAP Annual Pediatric Conference. She highlighted early recognition, imaging, and multidisciplinary care for children with craniofacial differences—helping providers connect families to specialized care.

📍 Learn more about our craniofacial services and schedule an appointment: https://neurosurgery.weillcornell.org/craniosynostosis

📞 Call 866-426-7787

We are proud to share that Dr. Mark M. Souweidane, Michels Family Professor of Pediatric Neurological Surgery and Direct...
11/19/2025

We are proud to share that Dr. Mark M. Souweidane, Michels Family Professor of Pediatric Neurological Surgery and Director of Pediatric Neurological Surgery at Weill Cornell Medicine, recently participated in the 14th International Pediatric Conference in Dubai, hosted by KidsHeart Medical Center in affiliation with NewYork-Presbyterian Kids/Morgan Stanley Children’s Hospital and Columbia University Medical Center.

This global gathering brought together renowned pediatric experts from around the world to collaborate, lead case simulations, and advance the future of children’s health across more than twenty pediatric specialties.

Dr. Souweidane joined international leaders to discuss innovations in pediatric neurosurgery, share clinical insights, and help build bridges for global collaboration in childhood brain tumor research and care.

We are honored to see Dr. Souweidane representing Weill Cornell Medicine on an international stage—continuing his lifelong commitment to advancing neurosurgical care for children and championing new approaches that bring hope to families worldwide.

Looking for expert pediatric neurosurgical care or a second opinion? Learn more about Dr. Souweidane’s work and request an appointment today. https://neurosurgery.weillcornell.org/faculty/mark-m-souweidane-md

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