Providence Neurosciences: Our Physicians

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Spine & Brain Surgeons

Fernando G. Diaz, MD
Dr. Diaz is recognized world wide for his treatment of brain aneurysms and vascular disease of the head and neck. He is one of only several neurosurgeons in Michigan skilled in radiosurgery using the advanced technology Gamma Knife radiosurgery for the treatment of tumors and other abnormalities. Dr. Diaz was recently listed among the best surgeons in the United States. He is a frequent speaker to audiences around the world on advanced neurosurgical procedures and treatments. Specialties include, Aneurysms, Stroke, Microsurgery, Cervical spine reconstruction, Cerebrovascular surgery, Gamma Knife radiosurgery, Artificial disc replacement. Prior appointments include: Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Mexico, Instructor, Anatomy; University of Kansas, Instructor, Neuroanatomy; Henry Ford Hospital, Staff Neurosurgeon; University of Michigan, Clinical Associate Professor; Neuroscience Institute of Santa Fe, Gainesville, Florida, Chairman. Dr. Diaz's military service includes: US Air Force, National Neurosurgical Consultant; Lackland Air Force Base, Operation Desert Storm, Wilford Hall Medical Center Neurosurgery; US Air Force, Lieutenant Colonel, Willford Hall Medical Center. Dr. Diaz was recognized by his peers as one of Metro Detroit's most respected neurological surgeons in Hour Detroit magazine's annual "Top Docs" rankings in 2008.

Richard D. Fessler, MD
Dr. Fessler is a Neurosurgeon, MHSI Michigan Head & Spine Institute, PC, and Associate Professor, Department of Neurological Surgery, Wayne State University School of Medicine. Dr. Fessler attended medical school at the University of Michigan and was trained in neurological surgery at Wayne State University. He obtained additional specialty training in cerebrovascular surgery in Japan and has completed a two year fellowship in neuroendovascular surgery. His other area of specialty is in minimally invasive surgery of the spine utilizing endoscopy and percutaneous vertebroplasty and kyphoplasty. Dr. Fessler is author of numerous book chapters and publications. Specialties include: Endovascular surgery; Cerebrovascular surgery; Spinal endoscopic surgery; Minimally invasive surgery; Vertebroplasty; Adult spasticity; General neurosurgery.

Todd Y. Nida, MD
Dr. Nida is a general neurosurgeon and has a broad range of experience treating adult neurological disorders. His expertise is in the management of complex spinal problems involving the cervical, thoracic, and lumbar-sacral areas. Evaluation always starts with a thorough history and examination, state-of-the-art imaging, and when necessary, the application of advanced spinal surgical techniques (microscopic and minimally-invasive). Pain from vertebral osteoporotic or pathological fractures has been successfully minimized with Kyphoplasty. Many problems can be managed non-surgically and Dr. Nida always places highest priority on improving patient quality of life and function. Dr. Nida was recognized by his peers as one of Metro Detroit's most respected neurological surgeons in Hour Detroit magazine's annual "Top Docs" rankings in 2008.

Miguelangelo J. Perez-Cruet, MD
Dr. Perez-Cruet is a board-certified neurosurgeon and member of MHSI. His special interest and subspecialty training is in the minimally-invasive treatment of spinal disorders of the cervical, thoracic and lumbar spine. Dr. Perez-Cruet is also highly skilled in minimally-invasive spinal fusion, treatment of compression fractures, oncologic and degenerative spine conditions and other complex spinal disorders. He also offers treatment for basic neurosurgery in addition to minimally invasive spine surgery. His national medical educational programs include "Gray Matter, A Neurosurgical Overview", now available on the web, and "Neurosurgical Reference Card", which was recently distributed to all second year medical students in the United States.

Daniel R. Pieper, MD
A board certified neurosurgeon, Dr. Pieper is experienced in treating adult and pediatric patients with a broad range of neurological disorders. With expertise in cerebrovascular and skull base surgery, patients are treated with state of the art techniques including endovascular treatment of cerebral aneurysms and radiosurgery for the treatment of some tumors and brain vascular malformations. Dr. Pieper provides the neurosurgical expertise for the largest multi-disciplinary surgical group in Michigan specializing in acoustic tumors and craniofacial surgery. Dr. Pieper is a member fo the Michigan Head and Spine Institute (MHSI) of southeast Michigan. He is director of cerebrovascular and skull base surgery at MHSI. Dr. Pieper was recognized by his peers as one of Metro Detroit's most respected neurological surgeons in Hour Detroit magazine's annual "Top Docs" rankings in 2008.

Teck-Mun Soo, MD
Dr. Soo is the current Section Chief of Neurosurgery at Providence Hospital. Dr. Soo underwent neurosurgical residency and neurosurgical spine fellowships at the University of Toronto. Dr. Soo was a faculty member at the University of Toronto, Neurosurgical Department before he joined Providence Hospital in 1999. Currently, Dr. Soo is an assistant clinical professor at Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. Soo subspecializes in complex spinal surgery especially revision spine surgery for failed previous spinal surgery. He takes a conservative approach toward the treatment of neurosurgical spinal disorders. Patients are encouraged to fully explore conservative treatment before undergoing surgery. Dr. Soo believes in family involvement and the integration of family support in a patient's care and recovery. Dr. Soo had been selected one of the nation's top doctors by an independent voting agency "Guide to Top Doctors" every year since 2002. He has also been voted a Top Doc by Hour Detroit Magazine 2003-2008. His practice is a multi-disciplinary group of Neurosurgical and Orthopedic Spine Specialists, taking the advantage of the different approaches of two specialties. The spine conditions we manage include degenerative, trauma, infection, tumor, inflammatory and deformity - adult and pediatric. Our comprehensive spine expertise includes extensive adult spine revisions, pediatric scoliosis reconstruction and minimally invasive percutaneous surgery. Apart from surgical and clinical excellence, we pursue an evidence-based practice with a commitment to patient education, out come research and customer satisfaction.

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Orthopedic Spine

Peter L. Bono, DO
Dr. Bono specializes in minimally invasive percutaneous spinal surgery. With his Orthopedic background, Dr. Bono also specializes in spinal deformity, especially in idiopathic scoliosis, being proficient at both anterior and posterior approaches to scoliosis reconstruction. He is certified for implantation of the Charite artificial disc replacement and also involved as a co- investigator of the cerivcore cervical artificial disc replacement. Dr. Bono is the top surgeon in the country in the volume of Kyphoplasty performed. Dr.Bono was chosen by the "Guide to Top Orthopedists" in 2007. Other procedures include percutaneous fusion, diskectomy, laminectomy, vertebroplasty, and kyphoplasty. The minimally invasive technique employs the use of endoscopes to minimize tissue retraction and thus, minimizing the postoperative muscle spasms, pain, and scarring. Patients typically have a much faster recovery. Dr. Bono believes that surgery is the last resort for the treatment of spinal disorders, especially when fusion is required. He believes in working with the patient's preference, lifestyle and the involvement of the family in the decision making process. His specialty is in complex spine surgery, including adult and pediatric spinal disorders. Most spinal disorders are degenerative, pediatric scoliosis is relatively uncommon. His year of fellowship at the New York Hospital for joint diseases had adequately prepared him to deal with this condition.

Roderick Claybrooks, MD
Dr. Claybrooks' specialty is complex spine surgery, including adult and pediatric spinal disorders. Dr. Claybrooks trained under the supervision of both neurosurgeons and orthopedic surgeons in his fellowship at the Cleveland Clinic Foundation where he gained insight in the surgical treatment of complex spine disorders. Dr. Roderick Claybrooks was chosen by the "Guide to Top Orthopedists" in 2007. Our practice is a multi-disciplinary group of Neurosurgical and Orthopedic Spine Specialists, taking the advantage of the different approaches of two specialties. The spine conditions we manage include degenerative, trauma, infection, tumor, inflammatory and deformity - adult and pediatric. Our comprehensive spine expertise includes extensive adult spine revisions, pediatric scoliosis reconstruction and minimally invasive percutaneous surgery. We are an expanding four-physician group with a high volume spine practice of over 800 spine cases per year. Growth of the surrounding area has also led to the addition of satellite clinics in both Novi Providence Part and Oakwood Dearborn. At present, we are seeing a large volume of patients from areas serviced by the St. John Health System. It is our goal to bring the patients closer to home in order to improve their quality of care. Therefore, it is our intention to stablish a presence in the areas serviced by the St. John Health System. Apart from surgical and clinical excellence, we pursue an evidence-based practice with a commitment to patient education, outcome research, and customer satisfaction.

Michael J. Mendelow, MD

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Physical Medicine and Rehab

Peter E. Biglin, DO

Maury R. Ellenberg, MD

Jeanette J. Gluszewski-Sauer, MD

David M. Gordon, MD

Michael F. Haenick, MD
Dr. Haenick provides general physiology care, with an emphasis on musculoskeletal medicine and the spine. Services offered include electromyography (EMGs) for those suffering from back pain during pregnancy.

Amy I. Green, MD

M D. Jackson, MD
Dr. Jackson is the current Section Chief of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation in the Department of Internal Medicine at Providence Hospital. Dr. Jackson treats every patient with care and respect in an effort to restore them to a pain-free and independent state. Dr. Jackson has a special interest in amputees and musculoskeletal pain disorders. He is board certified in electromyography (EMG). Dr. Jackson was recognized as one of the area's most respected physical medicine specialists in Hour Detroit magazine's "Top Docs" rankings for 2005.

David M. Mc Elroy, MD

Saad C. Naaman, MD
Dr. Naaman's practice provides pain management; post-operative orthopedic rehabilitation after fracture or hip replacement or knee replacement; treatment for work related injuries; stroke rehabilitation; apasticity management; EMG Studies (electrodiagnostic studies) and general rehabilitation. Physical therapy is available in the office.

Bhagyalakshmi Policherla, MD

Henry C. Tong, MD
Dr. Tong's goal is to maximize the functioning and improve the pain of persons with painful spinal disorders (back pain and neck pain) through physical therapies, physical modalities, exercise, and minimally invasive spinal procedures.

Sally S. Young, MD
Dr. Young is board certified in physical medicine and rehabilitation and specializes in treating patients with chronic pain, sports injury, stroke, amputees, spinal cord injury, and traumatic brain injury. Treatment includes trigger point injections for muscle pain.

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Otologic, Neurosurgical and Craniofacial Specialists

Seilesh C. Babu, MD
Dr. Babu is fellowship trained in Otology and Neurotology from the Michigan Ear Institute in Farmington Hills, MI. He completed his Otolaryngology Residency at Henry Ford Health System after receiving his medical degree from Northeastern Ohio Universities College of Medicine. Dr. Babu has clinical interests in ear surgery, hearing loss and reconstruction, dizziness, cochlear implants, acoustic neuromas and skull base lesions, facial nerve weakness in kids and adults. Dr. Babu has several publications in these areas. He is a member of the American Medical Association, the American Academy of Otolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery, American College of Surgeons, and associate member of the American Neurotology Society. He currently serves as a council member to the Michigan Otolaryngological Society.

Dennis I. Bojrab, MD
Dr. Dennis I. Bojrab is a Board certified otolaryngologist-Head and Neck Surgeon. He is regionally, nationally, and internationally respected for his expertise in evaluation and management of the patient afflicted with dizziness, treatment of chronic ear infections, hearing restoration surgery, medical and surgical treatment of facial nerve disorders and skull base tumors. Dr. Bojrab was recognized as a "Top Doc" in otolaryngology by Hour Detroit magazine in 2008.

Jack M. Kartush, MD
Dr. Jack M. Kartush is a Board-Certified Otolaryngologist-Head and Neck Surgeon. He is internationally known for his expertise of acoustic tumors, facial paralysis, ear infections, hearing loss and dizziness. His current research includes the development of an implantable hearing device.

Michael J. LaRouere, MD
Dr. LaRouere is fellowship trained in otology, neurotology and skull base surgery. His special interests include chronic ear disease, dizziness and balance, acoustic tumors, facial nerve disorders, and breast cancer. Dr. LaRouere is currently the President of the Michigan Otolaryngological Society and the Section Chief of Neurotology at Providence Hospital. He is also a member of the American Academy of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery where he serves on the Board of Governors representing the ear, nose and throat physicians from the State of Michigan. He is also active in the American Neurological Society. He is currently an Assistant Clinical Professor at Wayne State University. Dr. LaRouere has received numerous honors and awards including being cited in the Best Doctors in the Midwest and in Michigan. He recently received the Honor Award from the American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, which acknowledged his many academic contributions to the field of otolaryngology. Dr. LaRouere has published numerous scientific articles on the ear and related topics. He is a frequent lecturer nationally and sits on the review panel for several journals in the field of otolaryngology-head and neck surgery. Current research interests include balance dysfunction, facial paralysis, chronic ear disease and tinnitus. Recently he developed tinnitus tapes which have been approved for use in combating ringing in the ears.

Eric W. Sargent, MD
Dr. Sargent has an interest in chronic ear disease, skull base surgery, and acoustic neuroma, he also has a particular interest in cochlear implantation. His research interests include the functional impact of unilateral hearing loss and the diagnosis and treatment of migraine-related dizziness.

John J. Zappia, MD
Dr. John J. Zappia is a Board-Certified Otolaryngologist/Head and Neck Surgeon. He recieved his medical degree from the University of Michigan. After general surgical internship at St. Joseph Mercy Hospital in Ann Arbor, he completed an N.I.H. funded research fellowship at the Kresge Hearing Research Institute in Ann Arbor. Dr. Zappia completed his Otolaryngogology/Head and Neck Surgery training at the University of Michigan and went on to train further in Otology/Neurotology/Skull Base Surgery at the Michigan Ear Institute. Dr. Zappia practiced in the Chicago area with the Chicago Otology Group and with the depatment of Otolaryngology/Head and Neck Surgery at Northwestern Medical Center. In 1997, he joined the Michigan Ear Institute. His basic research work has been on ototoxic effects of medications, cochlear nerve implant prototypes and the effects of cochlear implants on the human cochlea. Dr. Zappia's numerous publications have included many facets of otology/neurotology including intraoperative monitoring, audiometric testing, treatment of tinnitus, acoustic neuromas, intraoperative hearing preservation, chronic ear disease, and treatment of vertigo.

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Pain Specialists

Dennis W. Dobritt, DO
Dr. Dobritt is Board Certified in Anesthesiology, Pain Management and Pain Medicine.

Timothy A. Wright, MD

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Neurologists

Norman M. Burns, MD
Dr. Norman Burns received his undergraduate degree from Michigan State University, medical degree from Ross University and neurology training at Wayne State University/Detroit Medical Center. Dr. Burns underwent additional fellowship training in Neurodiagnostic Medicine, including EEG/Epilepsy, EMG/Neuromuscular Disease and Sleep Medicine..

Mitchell L. Elkiss, DO
Dr. Elkiss received his medical degree from Michigan State University - College of Osteopathic Medicine. He spent a year in a Biomechanics Fellowship at Michigan State University - College of Osteopathic Medicine. He completed his internship and residency in Neurology at Botsford General Hospital. He studied medical acupuncture through the Helms Medical Institute. He is a member of the American Osteopathic Association, American College of Neuropsychiatry, American Academy of Medical Acupuncture, American Headache Society, and American College of Neurology. He holds a certificate of special proficiency in osteopathic manipulative medicine from the American Academy of Osteopathy. He is a member of Michigan State Medical Society, Michigan Osteopathic Association, Oakland County Medical Society, etc. He is a founding member of Associates In Neurology, P.C. located in Farmington Hills, MI.

Mark A. Kachadurian, DO
Dr. Mark Kachadurian joined Associates in Neurology in 1994. He obtained his undergraduate education at the University of Michigan, medical degree at Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine and neurology training at Indiana University. Dr. Kachadurian received fellowship training in EMG and Neuromuscular Diseases, is board certified in Electrodiagnostic Medicine and is a specialist in the field. In addition, he has gone on to become a leading specialist in Botox and its use in the treatment of a wide variety of neuromuscular disorders, movement disorders as well as other therapies such as headache and migraine.

Brian N. Kirschner, MD
Dr. Brian Kirschner trained at the University of Michigan including medical school, residency, and a fellowship in neuromuscular disease and electrodiagnostic testing. He is a Diplomate of the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology (Neurology) with Subspecialty Certification in Clinical Neurophysiology. He has been practicing in Oakland County since 1997, is on staff at five local hospitals, and serves on the clinical faculty at Wayne State and Michigan State Universities. He treats adults and adolescents with all types of neurological disorders, and he has extensive training in nerve conduction studies, EMG, EEG, evoked potentials, botulinum toxin injections, and management of intrathecal baclofen pumps.

Bruce H. Kole, MD
Dr. Kole is the current Section Chief of Neurology at Providence Hospital. Dr. Kole was recognized by his peers as one of the region's most respected Alzeimer's disease specialists and neuroogists in Hour Detroit magazine's Top Doc survey for 2005 and 2008.

Bruce M. Silverman, DO
Dr. Bruce Silverman is one of the co-founders of Associates in Neurology. Dr. Silverman focuses on Medical Neurology, Electrodiagnostics: EMG, EEG, Evoked potentials, Carotid Ultrasonography and Botox Therapy. Dr. Silverman received his medical degree from the University of Osteopathic Medicine and Health Sciences in Des Moines, IA. He completed his Internship and training in Internal Medicine as well as his Residency in Neurology at Botsford General Hospital in Farmington Hills. Dr. Silverman is the current acting chairman of the American Osteopathic Board of Neurology and Psychiatry. He is a member of the American Medical Association, American Osteopathic Association, Michigan Association of Osteopathic Physicians and Surgeons and the Florida Osteopathic Medical Association. He is affiliated with Associates in Neurology P.C. Dr. Silverman was recognized by his peers as one of Metro Detroit's most respected neurologists in Hour Detroit magazine's annual "Top Docs" rankings in 2008.

Mark B. Silverman, DO
Dr. Mark Silverman also joined Associates in Neurology in 1994. He received both his undergraduate and medical degrees from Michigan State University and his neurology training at Botsford General Hospital. He has served as a Board Examiner for the National Osteopathic Board of Neurology and Psychology. Dr. Silverman has several teaching appointments, including Assistant Clinical Professorship at Michigan State University. He has received Detroit?s Top Docs distinction, as well and has quickly become well respected in the field Dr. Silverman is often invited to lecture at universities and hospitals for medical students, nurses and residents, as well as television and other media outlets.

Siva K. Sripada, DO
Dr. Siva Sripada, D.O. specializes in Chronic Pain Management.

Alex M. Steinbock, DO
Dr. Alex Steinbock has been a staff physician at Providence Hospital 2001. He obtained both his undergraduate and medical degrees from Michigan State University and his neurology training at Botsford General Hospital. He is well experienced and trained to treat a wide variety of neurological disorders.