Neurosurgery near Madison, WI

Biography: David J. Daniels, M.D., Ph.D., is a pediatric neurosurgeon who specializes in pediatric brain tumors. He spends his clinical time managing patients with complex brain tumors, both in the operating room and in the outpatient setting. Tumors from the operating room go to his laboratory for further study. Some of these tumors become established cell lines that can be studied to learn more about how they work and identify new ways to treat some of these deadly diseases. In addition to brain tumors, Dr. Daniels manages and treats general pediatric neurosurgical conditions, including: Hydrocephalus Chiari I malformations Arachnoid cysts Spine disorders including tethered cord Spinal tumors Vascular malformations Head and spine trauma In addition to his active brain tumor research, Dr. Daniels teaches medical students and graduate students and mentors neurosurgical residents.

Biography: Kai J. Miller, Ph.D., M.D., Ph.D., is a pediatric and adult neurosurgeon who specializes in brain tumors, epilepsy, and deep-brain stimulation. He manages patients in both in the operating room and in the outpatient setting. His research involves measuring electrical brain activity with patients undergoing therapy with implanted electrodes, to understand brain circuit dynamics and develop new therapies. In addition to brain tumors, epilepsy, and deep brain stimulation, Dr. Miller manages and treats general pediatric neurosurgical conditions, including: Hydrocephalus Chiari I malformations Arachnoid cysts Spine disorders including tethered cord Spinal tumors Vascular malformations Head and spine trauma