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Receiving the diagnosis of a brain tumor is devastating, and it takes tremendous courage and strength to seek treatment. Ultimately, patients must be determined to find a neurosurgeon and a team of specialists equipped with the most current and safe surgical techniques to achieve the best possible outcome. Choosing the right neurosurgeon will be the most important decision that a patient can make for optimal recovery.

For decades, neurosurgical training has relied on an intense program of surgical observation and carefully supervised hands-on training with the aid of printed textbooks and surgical atlases. However, not all surgeons are exposed to the necessary training for managing high-risk operations or newly introduced procedures. After formal training, details of newer and safer techniques might never reach the neurosurgeon operating on a patient who needs it most.

Today’s new multimedia technologies provide a unique opportunity to expand the patients' and surgeons’ access to educational materials that share the unspoken technical details that make the most significant difference for patients. The Neurosurgical Atlas, created by a visionary neurosurgeon, Dr. Aaron Cohen-Gadoldoes just that. This dynamic resource enables patients and neurosurgeons to learn from one another on a scale never before possible.

The Neurosurgical Atlas is a web project featuring over 510 text chapters, 9,000 illustrations, 1,200 educational videos, more than 200 “grand-round” webinars presented by world-renowned neurosurgeons, and ultrarealistic 3D anatomical models. These resources are constantly updated by a team of medical experts and artists. Currently and as of January 2023, The Neurosurgical Atlas supports more than 70,000 neurosurgeons and 1.3 million website users/care providers across the globe.

This current collection that is dedicated to the patients, provides the patients with the best resource and necessary information to make the best decision for their brain surgery.

We believe that patients, wherever they are, must have access to neurosurgeons who are equipped with the most current surgical techniques. Through The Neurosurgical Atlas and Neurosurgical Atlas Foundation, we aim to advance patient safety and care worldwide to promote life after brain surgery. However, we cannot do this without your support. Please consider donating to grow The Neurosurgical Atlas and improve the care of patients suffering from neurological and neurosurgical disorders. Thank you for visiting The Neurosurgical Atlas, and we wish you the very best.

Aaron A. Cohen-Gadol, MD, MSc, MBA
Los Angeles, CA

Real Patient Stories

Dr. Cohen is the best of the best of the best. I had a large tumor (42.85mm x 37.79mm) pressing against my brain. I was referred to Dr. Cohen, who reviewed my scans and gave me the peace of mind...

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Ramon A.

Dr. Cohen gave me my life back. It’s cliché, but the truest explanation of the amazing work he and his entire team did for me. He performed a very tricky Microvascular decompression of my...

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Michael S.

Dr. Cohen took care of my son who had an AVM (Arteriovenous Malformation). Dr. Cohen recommended surgical removal, which was not what neurosurgeons we had seen before recommended. It was a...

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One of the Most Prominent Neurosurgeons in the World

Aaron Cohen-Gadol, MD

7,500+

Complex brain surgeries performed by a single surgeon—more than any other neurosurgeon in the United States.

40+

Novel surgical techniques pioneered that have inspired thousands of neurosurgeons to achieve technical excellence.

600+

Peer-reviewed publications in respected journals advancing the field of neurosurgery and patient outcomes.

100,000+

Lives influenced through innovative surgical care, education, and his foundational contributions to the field.

Meet Dr. Cohen-Gadol

Dr. Cohen-Gadol (Cohen) is one of the world’s most preeminent neurosurgeons and the president of ATLAS Institute of Brain and Spine. He specializes in the treatment of complex brain and spine tumors, including meningiomas, pituitary adenomas, gliomas, and acoustic neuromas, as well as arteriovenous and cavernous malformations, hemifacial spasm, and trigeminal neuralgia. Neurosurgeons and patients both frequently seek his expert second opinion. Throughout his career, he has demonstrated a profound commitment and passion for pushing the boundaries of uncompromising excellence for his patients.

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