Researchers in the Taylor Family Department of Neurosurgery Publish New Framework on Amygdala Function in Top Journal Congratulations to researchers in the Taylor Family Department of Neurosurgery who recently published their paper on “The case for hemispheric lateralization of the human amygdala in fear processing” This paper was posted in Molecular Psychiatry, one of the […]
In-Depth Interview with Dr. Gregory Zipfel: Insights from a Distinguished Neurosurgeon The American Association of Neurological Surgeons recently interviewed our very own Chair Gregory Zipfel, MD, as part of their series with prominent neurosurgeons. This video, featuring an in-depth interview conducted by WashU alum Chad Washington, MD, joins their ‘Leaders in Neurosurgery’ video series, which […]
Strahle Described as a “Pioneer” in the Field of Neurosurgery by Dr. Gregory Zipfel Jennifer M. Strahle, MD, Professor of Neurosurgery, Orthopedic Surgery and Pediatrics, Director of the Pediatric Neuro Spine Program, and Director of Pediatric Cerebrovascular Surgery, was installed as the Apolline Blair Professor of Neurological Surgery. A celebration to mark the event took […]
Ray described as a “Colossus” in the field of Neurosurgery by Dr. Gregory Zipfel Wilson Zachary Ray, MD, MBA, Executive Vice-Chair, Taylor Family Department of Neurosurgery, Chief of Spine Surgery, Professor in the Departments of Neurosurgery, Orthopedic Surgery, and Biomedical Engineering, was installed as the Henry G. & Edith R. Schwartz Professor of Neurological Surgery. […]
Discover our Expertise in Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery! We are excited to share a new video with you today showcasing our expert offerings in minimally invasive spine procedures (MIS)! MIS procedures allow our surgeons to perform spine surgery that results in the same great outcomes, but with far better recovery times and less risk to […]
WashU Welcomes Back Dual Vascular/Endovascular Trained Neurosurgeon The Department of Neurosurgery at Washington University is thrilled to announce that Anna Huguenard, MD, will rejoin our faculty in September 2025. Dr. Huguenard obtained her undergraduate degree from Indiana University and earned her medical degree from Emory University. She then went on to complete her Neurosurgery Residency […]
Please join us in congratulating Dr. Kumar Vasudevan on being selected as a recipient of a 2025 Dean’s Impact Award! This prestigious honor recognizes faculty members who have shown enduring commitment and remarkable achievements in community engagement. The Dean’s Impact Award celebrates those whose exceptional efforts have had lasting impacts, demonstrated the highest levels of […]
The Washington University Department of Neurosurgery and the Park family invite you to celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. T.S. Park on Friday, January 10, 2025. The memorial service will be held at the Eric P. Newman Education Center (EPNEC) and will be held from 3:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. RSVP’s are required. Please […]
In recognition of $50 million gift from Andrew and Barbara Taylor, department has been named the Taylor Family Department of Neurosurgery By Mark Reynolds Andrew Taylor, an emeritus trustee of Washington University in St. Louis, and his wife, Barbara, have made a $50 million gift to WashU Medicine’s neurosurgery department to enhance groundbreaking research, innovative […]
Dr. Jon T. Willie discusses the new landscape of epilepsy surgery on the ANA podcast. Episode Description It used to be that surgery for medically refractory epilepsy was big, open and invasive, a treatment of last resort. The landscape has changed in recent decades, with more and more minimally invasive surgical approaches being developed. So […]