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James Mitchell, MD, FACS
Complex brain tumors, skull base surgery, minimally invasive spine surgery. 20+ years of clinical practice. Director of Neurosurgery.
Brain TumorsSkull BaseMinimally Invasive Spine
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Our Neurosurgeons
Board-certified, fellowship-trained and committed to honest, patient-centered surgical care.
Every surgeon at Neurosurgery Basics is board-certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery, maintains an active clinical practice, and participates in peer-reviewed research. Our team believes that the best outcomes come from experience, evidence and transparency — not inflated promises.
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Sarah Chen, MD, PhD
Epilepsy surgery, functional neurosurgery and deep brain stimulation for movement disorders. Neurosurgeon-scientist with published research.
Epilepsy SurgeryDeep Brain StimulationFunctional Neurosurgery
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Michael Reyes, MD
Cervical and lumbar spine surgery, tubular microdiscectomy, minimally invasive fusion and rapid recovery protocols.
Spine SurgeryMicrodiscectomyMIS Fusion
Full profile →How to verify any neurosurgeon
We encourage every patient to verify credentials independently. Confirm board certification through the American Board of Neurological Surgery and check state medical board licensure in your surgeon's jurisdiction. Every surgeon on our team is happy to share documentation.
What board certification means for you
Board certification signals that a surgeon has completed approved residency training, passed rigorous written and oral examinations, and continues to meet standards of ongoing competence. It is the strongest single credential to look for when choosing a neurosurgeon — and it is a baseline requirement for every member of our team.