Dr. Michael D. Cusimano completed his medical education at the University of Toronto School of Medicine. He underwent his Neurosurgery Training Program at the same institution in 1985. He attained fellowship status with the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada. Dr. Cusimano pursued a specialized formal fellowship in skull base surgery at the University of Pittsburgh. His clinical focus centers on performing intricate skull base lesion surgeries, providing dedicated care to patients facing these complex conditions. Dr. Cusimano has a strong commitment to research. His investigations have been centered around innovative approaches to intracranial lesions, traumatic brain injury, and concussion, as well as studies aimed at educating both healthcare professionals and the general public.Dr. Michael D. Cusimano holds the position of a professor in the Department of Surgery, and he also holds cross-appointments in Public Health and Education. He also oversees fellowships in general neurosurgery and other related fields. Dr. Cusimano joined the Neurosurgical Staff at St. Michael's Hospital, where he continues to contribute his expertise and make a significant impact in the field of neurosurgery.
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DR. MICHAEL D. CUSIMANO - ST. MICHAEL'S HOSPITAL REVIEWS
My first visit with Dr Cusimano was extremely helpful. Dr Cusimano explained my problem in detailed taking all time necessary to make sure that I had exhausted all my questions and concerns that I had. I feel much more confident on the upcoming operation that he will perform to remove the benign tumour on the pituitary gland.
Dr. Cusimano operated on my husband (malignant brain tumour) and I can't say enough good things about this man. He is everything you could want in a Doctor.
He was absolutely godsend. I’m so grateful for the care he gave my 70 year old mother. Fantastic bedside manner!
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Dr. Michael Fehlings earned his medical degree at the University of Toronto and subsequently underwent core training in general surgery at Queen's University. He also pursued a Ph.D. program that investigated post-injury mechanisms related to spinal cord injury (SCI). Dr. Fehlings completed his neurosurgical training and obtained a fellowship from the Royal College of Surgeons of Canada. He further enriched his expertise by undertaking a post-doctoral research fellowship at New York University Medical Center, followed by a clinical fellowship in the Department of Orthopaedics and Neurosurgery. Dr. Fehlings currently maintains an active clinical practice specializing in complex spinal surgery. In addition, he leads a research program with a translational approach, aiming to identify innovative treatments that can enhance functional outcomes in patients with SCI and other spinal cord disorders. His main clinical interests are in spinal neurosurgery, and his research focus is in molecular mechanisms underlying spinal cord injury. Dr. Michael Fehlings has been honored with several prestigious awards, including the Gold Medal in Surgery from the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons.
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Spine and Spinal Cord Tumours and Microsurgery, Degenerative Cervical, Thoracic and Lumbar Spine Pathology, Complex Cervical & Trauma Disorders
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DR. MICHAEL FEHLINGS - TORONTO WESTERN HOSPITAL REVIEWS
After living in pain for 18 months and with no help from multiple doctors I was fortunate enough to be referred to Dr. Fehlings. He was able to give me a diagnosis, a solution, a timely surgery all while being empathetic to the journey I had been on. I am not one to say this lightly but I am eternally grateful he came into my life.
Firstly, I'm up in my office typing this and still overwhelmed by awe and emotion over the details and success of my spinal cord tumor removal surgery...I can't keep rereading the Operative Notes...Absolutely incredible! As per Dr. Fehlings, he is clearly a gift and my new Hero...He knows I kept referring to him as my Rock Start Super Star because that's who he is. With my little research on my ordeal, it's clearly true that there's no other in Canada that would have been capable of sucessfully performing this....No Doubt! With all my deepest and sincerest appreciation, gratitude and blessing, I thank you to the end of the earth!!
This is a five year anniversary following surgery for cervical myelopathy. The impact on my life has been remarkable. I owe Dr. Fehlings and his team a debt of gratitude.
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Dr. Taufik A. Valiante completed his neurosurgery residency training program at the University of Toronto in 2002. He pursued an epilepsy surgery fellowship at the University of Washington, Seattle. Dr. Valiante established a state-of-the-art five-bed epilepsy monitoring unit at Toronto Western Hospital. Dr. Taufik A. Valiante is a strong advocate for standardizing epilepsy care. He actively participates in various professional and not-for-profit epilepsy organizations, working towards enhancing the quality and accessibility of care for epilepsy patients. Dr. Valiante's research, supported by CIHR funding, revolves around in vivo and in vitro electrophysiological recordings of brain activity. He investigates the pathological disruption of such activity using advanced techniques like optogenetics and computational methods. Dr. Taufik Valiante plays an active role in the surgical epilepsy program at the Krembil Neuroscience Center and holds a position as a scientist at the Krembil Research Institute. He continues his valuable service at Toronto Western Hospital, where he remains dedicated to advancing the field of epilepsy treatment and research. Dr. Taufik A. Valiante is currently an Associate Professor of Neurosurgery at the University of Toronto and has been appointed as the Gerry and Tootsie Halbert Chair in Neural Repair and Regeneration. Dr. Taufik A. Valiante holds multiple esteemed positions in the field of neuroscience and neurosurgery. He serves as the Director of the Surgical Epilepsy Program at the Krembil Neuroscience Center, where he leads and oversees the program's initiatives. Additionally, he is the Co-Director of CRANIA: Center for Advancing Neurotechnological Innovation to Application, contributing to advancements in neurotechnology and its practical applications.
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Seizures, Epilepsy, Spine Disorders, Spinal Stenosis, Brain Tumours & Oscillations
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Computational Neuroscience, Electrophysiology & Cognitive Neuroscience
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DR. TAUFIK A. VALIANTE - TORONTO WESTERN HOSPITAL REVIEWS
I would like to say that ever since I was referred to Dr. Taufik Valiante after Dr. Bernstein went into oncology division I’ve have had the upmost respect for Dr. Valiante , his associate, staff and everyone from administrative staff (Olga) to all those who attended my needs, I can’t say enough to them all. Now for Dr. Valiante there are no words to show my upmost gratitude for all he has done for me over the years. After many surgeries I must say I’m a different person health wise. Thank you so much for being a first class doctor.
I had disk surgery in March and was extremely nervous. Dr Valiante reassured and and after the surgery I was walking right away. I thank everyone at Toronto Western specially Dr Valiante.
Humble, patient, and caring doctor who took the time to explain what I was dealing with and my options. Really put my mind at ease, as I have been suffering with my spine condition for so many years. Very grateful Dr. Valiante is my doctor!
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