Radiculopathy near Hollywood, MD

Biography: Edward F. Aulisi, MD, FAANS, FACS, is the chairman of the Department of Neurosurgery at MedStar Washington Hospital Center and serves as medical director of the MedStar Neuroscience Intermediate Care Unit. He is also the medical director of the MedStar Pituitary Center with decades of experience in pituitary surgery using both open and endoscopic surgical approaches. Dr. Aulisi is a nationally known expert in spine surgery. In addition to spine treatments, his patients also have onsite access to specialists in rehabilitation medicine with the renowned MedStar National Rehabilitation Network. Dr. Aulisi is deeply committed to providing expert and compassionate care to patients. He takes the time to ensure each patient understands their diagnosis and the best treatment options to meet their individual needs. His approach to care has led to excellent patient outcomes. Dr. Aulisi highlights:Board certified neurosurgeon with advanced training in tumors of the skull base, neurovascular microsurgery, complicated spinal surgery, neurotrauma and computer-assisted neurosurgery.Advanced training in complex spinal surgery, minimally invasive spine surgery and surgery for tumors at the base of the skull, including pituitary tumors.One of only two neurosurgeons in the national capital region to perform Gamma Knife radiosurgery.Named one of Washingtonian Magazine's Top Doctors.Princeton University graduate.Licensed in the District of Columbia, Virginia and Maryland.Neurosurgery professor at Georgetown University.Fellow of the American College of Surgeons and the American Association of Neurological Surgeons.

Biography: Khalid Kurtom, MD, FAANS, FACS, specializes in the performance of minimally invasive surgery to treat primary and metastatic brain, spinal cord and pituitary tumors; cervical, thoracic and lumbar spine conditions; peripheral nerve disease; hydrocephalus; and head injuries. Dr. Kurtom's goal is to provide a plan of care geared to each patient's medical needs. He works to relieve symptoms through a nonsurgical approach. This involves referring patients to providers that specialize in pain management or to a physiatrist to manage the patient's condition, whether it is through physical therapy, injections, medications or other nonsurgical methods. Only when the nonsurgical approach is no longer effective does Dr. Kurtom discuss using the most minimally invasive surgical approach with patients. Patients throughout the Delmarva area and across the country come to Dr. Kurtom for this minimally invasive approach to neurological surgery. Minimally invasive surgery helps patients return to their activities and resume work within a few days or a weeks. His dedicated neurosurgery team continually seeks to improve patient satisfaction and to maintain high quality outcomes. The neurosurgery team extends their outreach overseas through their mission work for Syrian refugees in Jordan and the indigent people of Honduras. The team's philosophy includes providing exceptional specialized care to our community and those with greatest need.

Care Philosophy: We are pleased you are considering our office for your orthopedic care. As board certified orthopedic surgeons with more than 50 years of experience, our doctors take a personal approach to caring for our patients, from pediatrics to geriatrics. Our entire staff is committed to orthopedic excellence and patient satisfaction.