How to Find the Best Brain Surgeon in Your Area

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Brain surgery is among medicine's most delicate procedures. To help you find the best brain surgeon in your area, here are suggestions.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Step 1

Talk to your family doctor. Your personal physician can help find the best surgeon in your area.
Step 2

Talk to a health professional in the local neurosurgery or cancer treatment center in your area. He or she should be able to recommend several doctors. However, do not limit yourself to local centers.
Step 3

Visit Web sites that deal with neurosurgeons (see Resources below). Medical university sites often have recommendations for doctors in specific areas of the country.
Step 4

Attend a support group for those who have employed the doctors you are considering. Sometimes a firsthand testimonial leads to the perfect doctor.
Step 5

Interview several doctors. Prepare a list of questions (see Resources below) to determine which doctor will be best for you.

Tips & Warnings

Check out a surgeon's track record before deciding. The most accredited surgeon may not be the best one.
If your surgeon does not have full access to all local hospitals, do not hire him.

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