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Professor and Chair @UCSDNeuroSurg | President of @CNS_Update | San Diego “Top Doc” | Views = mine. RT ≠ endorsement. #Neurosurgery

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Alexander Khalessi, MD, MBA

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Neurosurgery is in the strongest position it's ever been to revolutionize patient care. At this decisive moment, I am deeply grateful for the trust of my peers to serve as a steward for our specialty as president of the Congress of Neurological Surgeons:

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Alexander Khalessi, MD, MBA

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2 years

Deeply honored to be named president-elect of the Congress of Neurological Surgeons ( @CNS_update ). I look forward to serving our specialty and advancing CNS’ mission to enhance health and improve lives through education and scientific exchange.

Alexander Khalessi Named President-Elect of Congress of Neurological Surgeons

Alexander Khalessi Named President-Elect of Congress of Neurological Surgeons

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Alexander Khalessi, MD, MBA

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Wonderful to share the world of #neurosurgery with my little ones at our first-ever family day at the Center for the Future of Surgery. Thank you to all who joined, and looking forward to holding more events in the future that help more people connect with our specialty.

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Alexander Khalessi, MD, MBA

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Proud to participate in @AMWADoctors #GiveHeraReasontoStay campaign. Gender equality is essential to providing outstanding neurosurgical care and simply the right thing to do. Please join me in pledging to support women in #Neurosurgery today and every day. #HeforShe

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Deeply proud to be examining at the American Board of Neurological Surgeons with a lineage of 7 @CNS_Update presidents! #service #Arizona .

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Alexander Khalessi, MD, MBA

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Thank you, Don and Karen Cohn. I am beyond honored. Our entire team is incredibly grateful for your generosity, which will help us advance groundbreaking research, educate future neurosurgeons and continue to provide outstanding clinical care. Thank you.

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UC San Diego Neurological Surgery

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We are honored to share that Don and Karen Cohn have given $2.5 million to establish the Don and Karen Cohn Chancellor’s #EndowedChair in #Neurosurgery , with Dr. Alexander Khalessi ( @DrAlexKhalessi ) named inaugural holder. Full story: #Philanthropy

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Alexander Khalessi, MD, MBA

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Honored to join past and future CNS presidents celebrating my dear friend Dr. Nelson Oyesiku and his many important contributions to our specialty. #2022CNS #UCSDatCNS @UCSDNeuroSurg

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Alexander Khalessi, MD, MBA

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Delighted to co-chair the CNS Foundation alongside Dr. Martina Stippler ( @MartinaStippler ) in the year ahead. Advancing neurosurgical excellence worldwide will save lives and improve global health. Full board now on CNS’ website: #Neurosurgery

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Happy holidays to you and yours! Wishing everyone a happy and healthy 2022.

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Alexander Khalessi, MD, MBA

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Delighted to share that our chief resident Daniel Cleary is co-first author of a @ScienceTM study demonstrating 100x improvement in current brain sensors. This is an important advance that may allow more precise tissue removal during #neurosurgery :

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Alexander Khalessi, MD, MBA

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Delighted to celebrate our outstanding CNS leaders at the Past President's Dinner. Deeply grateful for the enormous contributions past leadership has made to our specialty. #2023CNS @CNS_Update

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Alexander Khalessi, MD, MBA

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Congratulations to my dear friend @EladLevyMD on a spectacular annual meeting and your outstanding stewardship of @CNS_Update . #2023CNS

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Alexander Khalessi, MD, MBA

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Thank you @MayorToddGloria for joining us today. San Diego’s biomedical research community continues to thrive because of support from our elected officials. Enjoyed discussing why @UCSDNeuroSurg is a national destination for neurosurgical care, research, and training. Thank you.

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Alexander Khalessi, MD, MBA

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Delighted to announce we’re hiring a neurosurgeon after a year of phenomenal growth. Applications due Jan. 9. Please reach out with any candidate recommendations. Job description (JPF03007): #Neurosurgery #Hiring #Faculty

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Alexander Khalessi, MD, MBA

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Delighted to share that @CNS_Update is expanding its support of #neurosurgeon -scientists by committing $1.2 million to the CNS Foundation in partnership with @NIH and @FNIH_Org . Looking forward to the contributions of these scholars to the science of #neurosurgery . #NSGY

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The CNS is pleased to announce a 5 year, $1.2M commitment to the CNS Foundation in support of the annual K-12 awards in partnership with NIH and FNIH. Read the full release here: #cns #cnsf #k12awards #neurosurgery #partnership

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Alexander Khalessi, MD, MBA

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Proud to share we are #21 in the nation for best #neurosurgery & neurology care according to @USNews . Thank you to the entire care team for your dedication to exceptional patient care that allows us to successfully treat even the most complex cases. #BestHospitals #UCSDHealth

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Alexander Khalessi, MD, MBA

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Congratulations to the entire @UCSDNeuroDept for once again being named the #1 @NIH funded neuroscience program in the nation. Looking forward to continuing to work together to advance innovations that may become the neurological treatments of tomorrow.

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Alexander Khalessi, MD, MBA

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Happy Halloween from our family to yours!

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Alexander Khalessi, MD, MBA

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Deeply grateful for the trust of my peers to serve as a steward for our specialty as CNS president. Looking forward to advancing scientific exchange and neurosurgical education that best positions neurosurgeons to save lives and reverse disability.

@CNS_Update

CNS

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Join us in congratulating Alexander A. Khalessi in his new role as the 2024 president of the Congress of Neurological Surgeons. We leave the CNS in his capable hands this coming year and we look forward to his innovative leadership!

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Alexander Khalessi, MD, MBA

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Congratulations to our entire #spine team, which earned advanced certification in spine surgery by the Joint Commission. The certification demonstrates we are strongly positioned to provide exceptional spine care for every patient, every time. Read more:

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Alexander Khalessi, MD, MBA

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Happy Mother’s Day to the heart of our little family. Sara brings the magic all year long. 💖💖💖

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Alexander Khalessi, MD, MBA

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Fantastic to meet the always entertaining Dr. Glaucomflecken ( @DGlaucomflecken ). Love his videos! Thank you @CALonghurst and @UCSDHealth for organizing. #UCSDDoctorG

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Alexander Khalessi, MD, MBA

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Delighted to advance this important technology. Improved temporo-spatial resolution will help usher in a new era for the treatment of neurological disease. Congrats to all. #Epilepsy #Neurosurgery #MedTwitter

@UCSDNeuroSurg

UC San Diego Neurological Surgery

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A $12.25 million NIH grant to improve #epilepsy treatment has been awarded to @UCSanDiego ! Congrats to co-investigators Drs. Alexander Khalessi ( @DrAlexKhalessi ) and Sharona Ben-Haim ( @SBenHaimMD ) and lead @UCSDJacobs ’s Shadi Dayeh. Story➡️ #Neurosurgery

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Alexander Khalessi, MD, MBA

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Congratulations to Drs. Sharona Ben-Haim and Jerry Shih on this vanguard trial profiled by @NBCNews that may be life changing for #epilepsy patients. The surgical delivery of biologics to the brain and spinal cord is a powerful new domain for neurosurgery:

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Alexander Khalessi, MD, MBA

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Wonderful to connect with old and new friends at the ⁦ @CNS_Update International, Resident and Foundation Reception, held at the fascinating Planet Word immersive museum ( @PlanetWordDC ). #2023CNS ⁦

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Wonderful to catch up with dear friend @BobCarterMD . Deeply grateful for the legacy of excellence he helped build @UCSDNeuroSurg that enabled our continued success today. #2023CNS

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Alexander Khalessi, MD, MBA

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Delighted to meet with CNS Foundation's leaders last week at #2021CNS . Looking forward to working to improving worldwide health through neurosurgical excellence alongside co-chair Dr. Martina Stippler ( @MartinaStippler ). Important work ahead. #Neurosurgery

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Alexander Khalessi, MD, MBA

@DrAlexKhalessi

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Can’t wait for #2024CNS in Houston held September 28 – October 2 and led by an out-of-this-world team of Annual Meeting Chair @GarniBDarian , Scientific Program Chair @EKNduom and Vice-Scientific Program Chair @KhoiThanMD . Please join us!

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Alexander Khalessi, MD, MBA

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Wonderful to celebrate my dear friend @EladLevyMD at the President's Reception at the @LibraryCongress . Deeply grateful for all of his contributions to our speciality as @CNS_Update president. #2023CNS

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Alexander Khalessi, MD, MBA

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Delighted to have Dr. Henry Brem join #UCSDNeuroSurg as our John Alksne, MD, Distinguished Visiting Professor which celebrates luminaries in our field. Agree with his call to #neurosurgeons to relentlessly pursue innovation to further extend #BrainCancer survival. #Neurosurgery

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Alexander Khalessi, MD, MBA

@DrAlexKhalessi

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Delighted to spend the day with the great minds at @SalkInstitute discussing how we can unite to improve neurological disease treatment. New technologies are allowing access to the living brain in never-before-seen ways, enabling unique research that could transform patient care.

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Alexander Khalessi, MD, MBA

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Looking forward to partnering with Society of Brazilian Neurosurgeons President Dr. Wuilker Campos and Japanese Congress of Neurological Surgeons 2024 President Dr. Ryuta Saito to ensure #neurosurgeons around the globe are well positioned to save lives. #2023CNS

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Alexander Khalessi, MD, MBA

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Proud to share the AANS/CNS Washington Committee’s ( @Neurosurgery ) many accomplishments, including: --Bill introduced to keep treatment decisions in surgeon's hands --Coverage of LITT for epilepsy and cancer --Ensuring Medicare resources for surgical care #2021CNS

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Alexander Khalessi, MD, MBA

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Wonderful to celebrate our new graduate @UsmanKhanMDPhD and his achievements with our residents, faculty, family and friends. Looking forward to his future accomplishments.

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Thank you @UCSDHealth for an excellent video about our world-class neurosurgical team @UCSDNeuroSurg . Proud to offer innovations such as advanced imaging, robotics and surgical navigation that allow us to treat complex disorders that were inoperable 10 years ago. #Neurosurgery

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UC San Diego Health

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Neurosurgeon @DrAlexKhalessi shares how advances in imaging, robotics and surgical navigation help #UCSDHealth teams treat patients with tumors and vascular problems of the brain and spinal cord. They save lives in a way that used to be out of reach.

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Delighted to host our annual Family Day at the Center for the Future of Surgery, a time when we get to share our passion for #neurosurgery with loved ones and potentially inspire future neurosurgeons who will carry our field forward. Already looking forward to next year.

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Incredible news. Thank you @CNS_Update for providing this extraordinary opportunity to hear from former First Lady @MichelleObama . Already looking forward to her session at #2021CNS . #Neurosurgery #MedTwitter

@CNS_Update

CNS

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CNS announces the one and only Michelle Obama will complete the incredible speaker lineup on Tuesday, October 19, at #2021CNS Annual Meeting in Austin.

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Alexander Khalessi, MD, MBA

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Grateful for the opportunity to honor my friend and mentor L. Nelson Hopkins at the Hopkins Symposium. Nick’s generosity of spirit, affirming mastery of endovascular neurosurgery and belief that we have a responsibility to innovate remain deeply inspiring. #2023CNS

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Alexander Khalessi, MD, MBA

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Honored to receive the Excellence in Stewardship Award from the UC San Diego Foundation. Deeply grateful to our generous and visionary donors. Their partnership powers our efforts to fundamentally change the future of neurological surgery.

@UCSDNeuroSurg

UC San Diego Neurological Surgery

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Congratulations to our chair @DrAlexKhalessi on receiving the Excellence in Stewardship Award from the @UCSanDiego Foundation! He was selected from all @UCSanDiego faculty and staff for his outstanding donor stewardship and was the only @UCSDHealthSci faculty among awardees.

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Alexander Khalessi, MD, MBA

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Fantastic to celebrate our editor-in-chief and thought leader Douglas Kondziolka ( @DKondziolkaCNS ) at the @CNS_Update Honored Guest Dinner. #2023CNS @USNatArchives @NeurosurgeryCNS

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Alexander Khalessi, MD, MBA

@DrAlexKhalessi

11 months

Looking forward to celebrating the best of our specialty including Honored Guests Drs. Steven Giannotta and Henry Brem at #2024CNS . Please join us Sept. 28 – Oct. 2.

@CNS_Update

CNS

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Thank you to everyone who made #2023CNS a historic success! We're already looking forward to the exciting events we have planned for next year, so make sure you save the date, and we will see you in Houston, TX for #2024CNS !

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Regenerative medicine holds tremendous potential to transform neurosurgical care. Thank you to Drs. Sharona Ben-Haim ( @SBenHaimMD ), Jerry Shih (PI) and the entire clinical team for pushing the boundaries of care to ensure all #epilepsy patients have treatment options.

@UCSDHealth

UC San Diego Health

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#UCSDHealth is among the first in the nation to perform a regenerative brain cell procedure for #epilepsy . The new #StemCell experimental therapy is part of a national #ClinicalTrial aimed at eliminating #seizures . Read more:

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Alexander Khalessi, MD, MBA

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3 years

Deeply proud of our #ChiefResidents , Drs. Rennert and Martin. Thank you both for all that you have given our Department. Our specialty is fortunate to welcome its two newest members. #Neurosurgery

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Alexander Khalessi, MD, MBA

@DrAlexKhalessi

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Delighted to welcome the talented Drs. Hernán Francisco Jose González and Timothy Kim to our #UCSDNeuroSurg family. The future is bright for our specialty. #Neurosurgery #Match2022 #MatchDay2022

@UCSDNeuroSurg

UC San Diego Neurological Surgery

2 years

Delighted to welcome Drs. Hernán Francisco Jose González ( @VanderbiltMSTP ) and Timothy Kim ( @HopkinsMedicine ) as the newest members of our #UCSDNeuroSurg team! We look forward to their continued success and contributions @UCSanDiego . #Match2022 #MatchDay2022 #Neurosurgery

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Alexander Khalessi, MD, MBA

@DrAlexKhalessi

2 years

We had a magical time at family night at @SunValleyCVConf drinking hot cocoa while taking a horse-drawn sleigh ride through snowy Sun Valley. #SVCC2023

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Alexander Khalessi, MD, MBA

@DrAlexKhalessi

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Delighted to have you on the team! Neurological Surgery is about getting people back to their fullest lives and rigorous, cutting-edge neuro-psych assessments are critical to this work. Thank you @MarcNorman18 and @Gooding_dr for your partnership in making surgery safer everyday.

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Elle Wiggins, PhD

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Thrilled to announce I'll be staying at UCSD for postdoc! I'll be working in both Psychiatry and Neurological Surgery, & helping create a neuropsych clinical/research service within neurosurgery. Thank you @MarcNorman18 @gooding_dr & @DrAlexKhalessi for making this possible 🙌

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Thank you to our entire care team for your dedication to exceptional surgical safety and efficacy, sustained attention to detail and always caring for our patients in the ways that matter most. It remains a privilege to have a front row seat to your excellence every day.

@UCSDNeuroSurg

UC San Diego Neurological Surgery

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Proud to share we are #21 in the nation for best #neurosurgery & neurology care according to @USNews ! Our #stroke team was also named High Performing—the highest ranking possible—in recognition that they delivered significantly better care compared to peers. #BestHospitals

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Alexander Khalessi, MD, MBA

@DrAlexKhalessi

3 years

Congratulations to my friend, Elad Levy! Well deserved and looking forward to working together to advance neurosurgical excellence. @CNS_Update @EladLevyMD #Neurosurgery

@CNS_Update

CNS

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Join us in congratulating Elad Levy on becoming the CNS President-Elect for the 2022-2023 year! We look forward to what you will accomplish next year!

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Alexander Khalessi, MD, MBA

@DrAlexKhalessi

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Looking forward to discussing #robotic #stroke treatment at the Global Neurosurgical Update & Educational Summit later this week. Event is virtual and free for those not seeking CME credits. Details: #Neurosurgery #Endovascular #FutureofNeurosurgery

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Alexander Khalessi, MD, MBA

@DrAlexKhalessi

2 years

Congratulations to our #spine and #stroke teams, who received the highest ranking possible for treatment of these common conditions according to @USNews . #BestHospitals #UCSDHealth #Neurosurgery @UCSDHealth

@DrAlexKhalessi

Alexander Khalessi, MD, MBA

@DrAlexKhalessi

2 years

Proud to share we are #21 in the nation for best #neurosurgery & neurology care according to @USNews . Thank you to the entire care team for your dedication to exceptional patient care that allows us to successfully treat even the most complex cases. #BestHospitals #UCSDHealth

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Alexander Khalessi, MD, MBA

@DrAlexKhalessi

2 years

I hope this communication provides valuable updates on our innovative work and inspires opportunities to collaborate. Please don’t hesitate to reach out with questions or partnership ideas.

@UCSDNeuroSurg

UC San Diego Neurological Surgery

2 years

Our inaugural newsletter is officially live! Subscribe to make sure you receive the latest updates on our research, educational news, upcoming events and more: View today's issue: #Neurosurgery #MedTwitter @CNS_Update

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Alexander Khalessi, MD, MBA

@DrAlexKhalessi

3 years

Proud to present Dr. Babacar Cisse with the NINDS/CNS Foundation Getch K12 Scholar Award. Supporting surgeon scientists is critical to improving #neurosurgical care, and his work to fundamentally understand #BrainCancer is potentially transformative. #2021CNS #Neurosurgery

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Alexander Khalessi, MD, MBA

@DrAlexKhalessi

1 year

Congratulations to my faculty partners Drs. Michael Levy and David Gonda ( @DavidGondaMD ) and the entire care team on this outstanding achievement. Proud of your sustained commitment to neurosurgical excellence that has allowed many children to live full and meaningful lives.

@UCSDNeuroSurg

UC San Diego Neurological Surgery

1 year

Congratulations to our division of pediatric neurosurgery @RadyChildrens —led by Drs. Michael Levy and David Gonda—which once again was ranked #8 in the nation for best pediatric #neurosurgery & neurology care according to @USNews ! Read the press release:

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Alexander Khalessi, MD, MBA

@DrAlexKhalessi

3 years

Delighted to partner with @MartinaStippler as co-chair of @CNS_Update Foundation and continue the important work started by @EladLevyMD . #2021CNS

@MartinaStippler

Martina Stippler

@MartinaStippler

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@EladLevyMD build up the @CNS_Update foundation from nothing - now three years later it is changing lives - it is an honor for me to follow in his foot steps and lead the CNS foundation together with @DrAlexKhalessi #philanthropy #donate #Neurosurgery

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Alexander Khalessi, MD, MBA

@DrAlexKhalessi

3 years

Proud to have @AlexHonnold from Free Solo kick off #2021CNS yesterday. Masks only removed for photo.

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Alexander Khalessi, MD, MBA

@DrAlexKhalessi

2 years

Congratulations, Dr. Ben-Haim. Well deserved. Looking forward to continuing to work together to improve gender equality in #neurosurgery , which is essential to the continued success of our specialty.

@UCSDNeuroSurg

UC San Diego Neurological Surgery

2 years

Congratulations to Dr. Sharona Ben-Haim ( @SBenHaimMD ), who has been named chair-elect of @WINSneurosurge1 ! Her work on gender equality in #neurosurgery has already led to guideline changes for our specialty, and we look forward to her leadership in this national role.

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Alexander Khalessi, MD, MBA

@DrAlexKhalessi

3 years

Congrats to my long time friend and legendary neurosurgical leader Dr. Nelson Oyesiku on receiving the @CNS_Update Distinguished Service Award. Well deserved! #2021CNS #Neurosurgery

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Alexander Khalessi, MD, MBA

@DrAlexKhalessi

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Going to be an outstanding year at #2024CNS and congratulations on a spectacular meeting. #2023CNS @CNS_Update

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Alexander Khalessi, MD, MBA

@DrAlexKhalessi

3 years

Proud to attend this session and support Dr. Sharona Ben-Haim ( @SBenHaimMD ) on the national stage, leading a conversation on diversity and inclusion. Her academic work has improved parental leave policies in board certification and beyond. @WINSneurosurge1 @CNS_Update #2021CNS

@UCSDNeuroSurg

UC San Diego Neurological Surgery

3 years

. @ASSFNeurosurg 's panel on diversity in #Neurosurgery , featuring our own Dr. Sharona Ben-Haim ( @SBenHaimMD , left) joined by Drs. Nathan Roland (center) and Mariel Szapiel (right) kicks off. #2021CNS

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Alexander Khalessi, MD, MBA

@DrAlexKhalessi

2 years

Proud to share we are the first health organization in California to earn advanced #spine surgery certification from @TJCommission . A true team effort that affirms our ability to provide the best level of care for every patient, every time. @UCSDNeuroSurg

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UC San Diego Health

2 years

Big news! #UCSDHealth is the first health organization in California to receive the @TJCommission 's Gold Seal of Approval for Advanced Certification in #SpineSurgery (ACSS) by meeting or exceeding the highest level of national performance standards.

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Alexander Khalessi, MD, MBA

@DrAlexKhalessi

1 year

Fantastic time celebrating @CNS_Update honored guest and dear friend Nick Hopkins at the stunning @HayAdamsHotel . #2023CNS

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Alexander Khalessi, MD, MBA

@DrAlexKhalessi

3 years

Congratulations to Dr. Beverly Walters, a tremendous leader in developing clinical guidelines and education, on receiving the @CNS_Update Founder's Laurel award. Well deserved! #2021CNS #Neurosurgery @WINSneurosurge1

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Alexander Khalessi, MD, MBA

@DrAlexKhalessi

2 years

Happy holidays to you and yours! Wonderful to celebrate the season with our outstanding team. Wishing all a happy and healthy year ahead.

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Alexander Khalessi, MD, MBA

@DrAlexKhalessi

1 year

Honored to speak with luminary Dr. Kim Burchiel, a @UCSDMedSchool alumnus and our first John Alksne, MD, Distinguished Visiting Professor lecturer, about neurosurgical exceptionalism, the importance of curiosity and keen observation and more. Full discussion below. @AANSNeuro

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AANS

1 year

@DrAlexKhalessi speaks with #neurosurgery icon Kim Burchiel, MD, FAANS, to discuss his indelible legacy and maintaining cultural identity in neurosurgery. Don't miss Dr. Burchiel's lasting message for the next generation of #neurosurgeons in this #LeadersofNeurosurgery interview.

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Alexander Khalessi, MD, MBA

@DrAlexKhalessi

3 years

Delighted to welcome new residents @DrKieferForseth and Dr. Bryan Ryba to the team. Today they start the inspiring seven-year journey that will prepare them for all aspects of modern #neurosurgery . #MedTwitter

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Alexander Khalessi, MD, MBA

@DrAlexKhalessi

3 years

Congrats @KatieOrrico , @JohnRatliffMD and team for your diligent efforts and support of this effort. You have saved lives and improved the future for many patients and their loved ones. #Neurosurgery

@SurgeonsCare

Surgical Care Coalition

3 years

JUST IN: 👏Thank you, @POTUS , for signing the Protecting Medicare and American Farmers Sequester Cuts Act into law. We're proud of the bipartisan support to protect patient access to surgical care.

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Alexander Khalessi, MD, MBA

@DrAlexKhalessi

2 years

Grateful to Drs. Sharona Ben-Haim ( @SBenHaimMD ) and Jillian Plonsker ( @JPlonskerMD ) for their leadership in the national conversation about gender equality in #neurosurgery . Looking forward to continuing to work together to ensure #WomeninNeurosurgery can thrive.

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UC San Diego Neurological Surgery

2 years

How can we achieve gender equality in #neurosurgery ? Our own Drs. Sharona Ben-Haim ( @SBenHaimMD ) and Jillian Plonsker ( @JPlonskerMD , PGY-5) outline recommended systemic changes in @NeurosurgeryCNS : #WomeninNeurosurgery #NSGY

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Alexander Khalessi, MD, MBA

@DrAlexKhalessi

2 years

Please join me to root for our defending champions in the CNS Resident SANS final. Could not be more proud of the @UCSDNeuroSurg team and their excellence on the national stage. #2022CNS @CNS_Update

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UC San Diego Neurological Surgery

2 years

Defending national champions! We caught up with team #UCSDNeuroSurg ahead of the final round of the CNS Resident SANS challenge to learn why they originally joined the challenge and how they're feeling about tomorrow. #2022CNS #UCSDatCNS @CNS_Update

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Alexander Khalessi, MD, MBA

@DrAlexKhalessi

1 year

Proud to share our latest newsletter detailing clinical developments, research advances and educational milestones achieved by my talented @UCSDNeuroSurg faculty, resident, APP and staff colleagues. #Neurosurgery Link: Subscribe:

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Alexander Khalessi, MD, MBA

@DrAlexKhalessi

3 years

This #ThankaResidentDay , please join me in thanking our residents for their unwavering commitment to compassionate, world-class neurosurgical care and groundbreaking research that will change the way #neurosurgery is practiced. The future is bright!

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UC San Diego Neurological Surgery

3 years

Happy #ThankaResidentDay ! We feel incredibly lucky to work alongside such a compassionate and hardworking group of people. Today and every day we are so grateful for each and every one of you! #Neurosurgery #MedTwitter @GoldFdtn

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Alexander Khalessi, MD, MBA

@DrAlexKhalessi

3 years

Delighted to see the results of a wonderful partnership with @MGHNeurosurg ’s Ganesh Shankar and @BobCarterMD and @UCSDNeuroSurg chief resident Dr. Mihir Gupta. Rapid diagnosis of #CNS #lymphoma is an important advance that may enable faster treatment and better patient outcomes.

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UC San Diego Neurological Surgery

3 years

New in @BloodJournal : A liquid biopsy may accelerate the diagnosis of #CNS #lymphoma , an aggressive cancer. Study led by our resident Dr. Mihir Gupta and @MGHNeurosurg 's Drs. Ganesh Shankar and @BobCarterMD . Read the paper: #NeuroOnc #Neurosurgery

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Alexander Khalessi, MD, MBA

@DrAlexKhalessi

3 years

Congratulations to chief residents Drs. Martin and Rennert. Wonderful to be able to celebrate together this year. #Neurosurgery #MedTwitter

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UC San Diego Neurological Surgery

3 years

Congratulations to new graduates Joel Martin, MD, and Robert Rennert, MD! We are all so incredibly proud of you both—our specialty is fortunate to have you as its two newest members. #Neurosurgery

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Alexander Khalessi, MD, MBA

@DrAlexKhalessi

2 years

Happy to share we are recruiting a tenure-track faculty member whose expertise spans computer vision and neurosurgery. This role will focus on applying computer vision to improve surgery and medicine. Application link (Job #: JPF03460/JPF03461):

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Alexander Khalessi, MD, MBA

@DrAlexKhalessi

1 year

Deeply proud to be a part of a School of Medicine that celebrates the academic and renaissance excellence of our students. They have an excellent role model in Joe. @UCSDMedSchool

@UCSDNeuroSurg

UC San Diego Neurological Surgery

1 year

Congratulations to the Orange Academic Community at @UCSDMedSchool and its director, our own Dr. Joseph Ciacci ( @DrJosephCiacci ), for winning the Academic Community cup! The year-long competition features athletic, scholarly and artistic events for @UCSanDiego medical students.

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Alexander Khalessi, MD, MBA

@DrAlexKhalessi

2 years

Thank you @UCSDAnes for the kind words. Grateful for our partnership and the committed expertise of my UC San Diego Anesthesia colleagues.

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UCSD Department of Anesthesiology

2 years

Congratulations to our colleague, @DrAlexKhalessi named president-elect of the Congress of Neurological Surgeons- the largest neurosurgical association in the world & the nation's leading neurosurgical society! We are happy to work with such a leader! @UCSDNeuroSurg @UCSDHealth

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Alexander Khalessi, MD, MBA

@DrAlexKhalessi

2 years

Delighted to speak to @NPR about how new technologies are helping us decipher the ‘music of the brain’ and understand what makes us human—and hold near-term potential to help #epilepsy patients. Listen to the full segment: @NPRShortWave

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New tech gives hope for a million people with epilepsy : Short Wave

About three million people in the United States have epilepsy, including about a million who can't rely on medication to control their seizures. For years, those patients had very limited options....

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Alexander Khalessi, MD, MBA

@DrAlexKhalessi

11 months

Grateful to @PattyMaysent and @UCSDHealth for their partnership and visionary support of expanded infrastructure that enabled this outstanding advance.

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Alexander Khalessi, MD, MBA

@DrAlexKhalessi

11 months

Congratulations to Drs. Sharona Ben-Haim and Jerry Shih on this vanguard trial profiled by @NBCNews that may be life changing for #epilepsy patients. The surgical delivery of biologics to the brain and spinal cord is a powerful new domain for neurosurgery:

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Alexander Khalessi, MD, MBA

@DrAlexKhalessi

1 year

Thank you @DrPhilipStieg for sharing a career’s worth of wisdom and experience in a thoughtful and provocative talk. You set an excellent tone for the day as we head to our graduation festivities.

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UC San Diego Neurological Surgery

1 year

Wonderful to hear from the esteemed @DrPhilipStieg who shared valuable insights into self-actualization and leadership as our John Alksne, MD, Distinguished Visiting Professor lecturer. Key lessons include ⬇️

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Alexander Khalessi, MD, MBA

@DrAlexKhalessi

3 years

So proud of @CNS_Update for bringing young minds to #Neurosurgery to power the diversity of our speciality for the future. #2021CNS

@CNS_Update

CNS

3 years

The Inaugural "Pathway to Neurosurgery" Program was a success! This program offers students an opportunity to enjoy an immersive experience by listening to lectures from leading neurosurgeons and plenary talk guest speakers, and participating in a hands-on activity lab.

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Alexander Khalessi, MD, MBA

@DrAlexKhalessi

2 years

Thank you to all who made @SunValleyCVConf a phenomenal success this year. Wonderful to gather national and international thought leaders for thought-provoking talks in an absolutely stunning, family-friendly setting. Hope you can join us Feb. 1-3 for #SVCC2024 .

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Alexander Khalessi, MD, MBA

@DrAlexKhalessi

3 years

Deeply saddened by the sudden loss of my friend Dr. Randy Smith. San Diego lost a true gentleman and neurosurgical leader. Our thoughts are with his family. Touched by this obituary from @CaNeuroSurgeons : .

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Alexander Khalessi, MD, MBA

@DrAlexKhalessi

3 years

Delighted to have the opportunity to participate in this important discussion. Proud of @CNS_Update for starting this conversation. The work continues! #2021CNS #Neurosurgery

@UCSDNeuroSurg

UC San Diego Neurological Surgery

3 years

#2021CNS session on "Diversity and Leadership: How to Promote Equity in Neurosurgical Practice and Training" kicks off in Ballroom G. #Neurosurgery #MedTwitter #MedEd

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Alexander Khalessi, MD, MBA

@DrAlexKhalessi

3 years

Delighted to partner with @MartinaStippler as co-chair of @CNS_Update Foundation and continue the important work started by @EladLevyMD . #2021CNS

@BrianNahed

Brian Nahed MD MSC FCNS FACS

3 years

Amazing work as the chair of the CNS Foundation @EladLevyMD for the past three years, building the foundation to new heights with our amazing partners helping improve, innovate and inspire! @DrAlexKhalessi @MartinaStippler @CNS_Update #cns2021

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Alexander Khalessi, MD, MBA

@DrAlexKhalessi

2 years

Thank you @GeoffMartha for visiting @UCSDNeuroSurg to learn more about our efforts to advance the treatment of neurologic disease and train the next generation of neurosurgical leaders. The future is bright. #Neurosurgery

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Alexander Khalessi, MD, MBA

@DrAlexKhalessi

3 years

Deeply proud of this talented group of residents. Looking forward to their many continued accomplishments. #Neurosurgery #MedTwitter

@UCSDNeuroSurg

UC San Diego Neurological Surgery

3 years

The future of neurosurgery is bright! Looking forward to the continued accomplishments of this talented group of residents—especially new graduates Drs. Martin and Rennert. Wonderful to be able to celebrate together this year! #Neurosurgery #MedTwitter

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Alexander Khalessi, MD, MBA

@DrAlexKhalessi

2 years

Excited to share our growing team seeks a digital communications professional to produce design and layout that highlights our state-of-the-art clinical services, educational programs and innovative research. Application link (Ref #: 119433):

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Alexander Khalessi, MD, MBA

@DrAlexKhalessi

3 years

Thank you @NSF for highlighting this important advance. Looking forward to further developing the technology for use in patients, including scaling up manufacturing and more, alongside project lead @ShadiDayeh and co-author Sharona Ben-Haim ( @SBenHaimMD ).

@NSF

U.S. National Science Foundation

3 years

A team of engineers led by @UCSanDiego developed sensors that can eavesdrop on conversations between billions of brain neurons. The development could lead to better health outcomes. More @NSF ’s The Discovery Files ⬇

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Alexander Khalessi, MD, MBA

@DrAlexKhalessi

3 years

Looking forward to discussing the advantages of #robotic #stroke care later this month. Thank you, @SDCI_Symposium , for the invitation and kind words. #Neurosurgery #MedTwitter

@SDCI_Symposium

SDCI_Symposium

@SDCI_Symposium

3 years

Our diverse, expert faculty shine at @SDCI_Symposium . Join us in listening to leaders in their field, like @DrAlexKhalessi of @UCSDNeuroSurg , discuss the latest innovations in cardiology & beyond. View the faculty list: Register:

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Alexander Khalessi, MD, MBA

@DrAlexKhalessi

3 years

Looking forward to the @SunValleyStroke conference. Delighted to partner with @StLukesHealth Neurosciences and @UTHSCMedicine to unite thought leaders who are challenging the frontiers in #stroke to improve care. Registration is open: #SunValleyStroke22

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Alexander Khalessi, MD, MBA

@DrAlexKhalessi

3 years

A big win for patients and neurosurgeons. Thank you to everyone who supported this effort. You have saved lives and improved the future for many patients and their loved ones. #Neurosurgery @neurosurgery @KatieOrrico

@SurgeonsCare

Surgical Care Coalition

3 years

ICYMI: @POTUS signed the Protecting Medicare and American Farmers Sequester Cuts Act into law on Friday. We’re proud of surgical groups, healthcare organizations & Congress for their efforts to protect patient access to care. Read @medpagetoday ’s coverage:

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Alexander Khalessi, MD, MBA

@DrAlexKhalessi

11 months

Thank you @EKNduom , @GarniBDarian and @KhoiThanMD for your outstanding efforts to celebrate the collective excellence of our specialty. It’s going to be a great year! #2024CNS @CNS_Update

@EKNduom

Edjah Nduom, MD (he/him)

11 months

I hope you're as excited for #2024CNS as we are! With the leadership of @DrAlexKhalessi and Annual Meeting Chair @GarniBDarian , our team, w/ @KhoiThanMD , will do everything we can to keep the amazing #2023CNS energy going. Reach out with ideas, hope to see you there! @CNS_Update

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Alexander Khalessi, MD, MBA

@DrAlexKhalessi

2 years

Proud to see the excellence of #UCSDNeuroSurg extends to patients of all ages. Congrats to my faculty partners Drs. Michael Levy and David Gonda ( @DavidGondaMD ) for this well-deserved recognition. #BestHospitals @USNews

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UC San Diego Neurological Surgery

2 years

Proud to share that our division of #PediatricNeurosurgery @RadyChildrens is now ranked #8 in the nation for best #neurosurgery & neurology care at a children's hospital according to @USNews ! Press release link: #BestHospitals #UCSDNeuroSurg

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Alexander Khalessi, MD, MBA

@DrAlexKhalessi

1 year

Can't imagine a better group or setting to imagine the future landscape of healthcare. Special thanks to Chris Longhurst ( @CALonghurst ) and Irwin Jacobs for bringing us together. Our patients deserve and are receiving data-enabled optimization of care at @UCSDHealth .

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Christopher A. Longhurst, MD

1 year

What a fantastic panel at the @InnovationUCSDH digital health symposium this morning! Thank you @DrAlexKhalessi for facilitating a terrific conversation

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Alexander Khalessi, MD, MBA

@DrAlexKhalessi

3 years

Looking forward to bringing this technology to patients by establishing a cGMP facility @UCSanDiego in collaboration with project lead @ShadiDayeh and further developing the sensors for #epilepsy patients under a $12.25M NIH grant with @ShadiDayeh and co-author @SBenHaimMD .

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Alexander Khalessi, MD, MBA

@DrAlexKhalessi

3 years

Delighted to see @UCSDNeuroSurg leading the way in advancing this important tech for surgical planning and education. #2021CNS

@UCSDNeuroSurg

UC San Diego Neurological Surgery

3 years

To experience two 3D, virtual reality surgeries, led by @DavidGondaMD and featuring @LaurenStoneMD , visit Ballroom B by 4 pm today. These 2D images do not do the experience justice! #2021CNS

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Alexander Khalessi, MD, MBA

@DrAlexKhalessi

2 years

Grateful for my brilliant partners and an ecosystem like @UCSanDiego that enables these nowhere-but-here contributions. @ShadiDayeh @SBenHaimMD @UCSDJacobs @UCSDMedSchool @UCSDHealth

@DrAlexKhalessi

Alexander Khalessi, MD, MBA

@DrAlexKhalessi

2 years

Delighted to speak to @NPR about how new technologies are helping us decipher the ‘music of the brain’ and understand what makes us human—and hold near-term potential to help #epilepsy patients. Listen to the full segment: @NPRShortWave

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Alexander Khalessi, MD, MBA

@DrAlexKhalessi

3 years

During a year that has been incredibly challenging, our APPs have gone above and beyond to serve our patients. Thank you, @SWheelerPA and the entire APP team, for navigating these challenges with such grace and compassion. #Neurosurgery #PhysicianAssistant

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UC San Diego Neurological Surgery

3 years

How did the pandemic affect the physician assistant (PAs) profession? Our incredible PA @SWheelerPA recently shared the challenges and silver linings she encountered in this @doximity story: #PhysicianAssistant #Neurosurgery

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Alexander Khalessi, MD, MBA

@DrAlexKhalessi

3 years

Thank you to the team for organizing such a fantastic event and supporting a local business. #2021CNS @CNS_Update @UCSDNeuroSurg

@UCSDNeuroSurg

UC San Diego Neurological Surgery

3 years

A shout out to these Monster Cookies, which we can attest live up to their "Best Cookie in Austin" title! Some of us (who will remain unnamed) may have eaten two or three... Read more about the creator, Tavel Bristol-Joseph, pictured below: #2021CNS

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Alexander Khalessi, MD, MBA

@DrAlexKhalessi

3 years

Looking forward to providing a neurosurgeon’s perspective on BIG-1 head injury guidelines at the Virtual State of California Trauma Summit next week. Thank you, @CA_EMSA , for the invitation. Registration link: #Neurosurgery #BrainInjury #MedTwitter

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Alexander Khalessi, MD, MBA

@DrAlexKhalessi

2 years

Congratulations to all who took their oral boards last week and thank you to the ABNS for maintaining the standards of our profession. In case you need a laugh, Jim nailed all but the neurology section.

@JimGaffigan

Jim Gaffigan

2 years

How do they determine the BEST brain surgeon? More here:

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