Dr. Kim offers comprehensive neurosurgical treatment and has a special interest in brain tumors. Committed to delivering kind and compassionate care, she prioritizes patient education and advocacy, ensuring each individual understands their treatment options thoroughly. Dr. Kim is also dedicated to brain tumor research, working to find better solutions for her patients and improve their outcomes. In her free time,... Read More about Miri Kim, MD, PhD

The Neurology Clinic at UW Medical Center - Montlake is situated within the medical center and specializes in treating a wide range of neurological disorders, such as multiple sclerosis, epilepsy, headache disorders, memory disorders/Alzheimer's disease, movement disorders/Parkinson's disease, nerve injury/neuropathy, and neuromuscular diseases, among others. Appointments are available, and you can contact us for more information.

The Neurological Surgery Clinic at UW Medical Center - Montlake is located in the main hospital. The clinic specializes in treating a wide range of neurological conditions, including brain and spine tumors, movement disorders such as Parkinson's disease, nerve injury/neuropathy, neuromuscular disease, pituitary disorders, and spinal cord injury (SCI). The clinic offers various surgical treatments, including open surgery, minimally invasive... Read More about Neurological Surgery Clinic at UW Medical Center - Montlake

The Alvord Brain Tumor Center at UW Medical Center - Montlake is located in the main hospital. The specialists at Alvord Brain Tumor Center treat all types of brain and spine tumors such as meningiomas and glioblastomas that start in the brain (primary brain tumors) or spread to the brain from another part of the body (metastatic or secondary brain... Read More about Alvord Brain Tumor Center at UW Medical Center - Montlake

The Gamma Knife Center at at UW Medical Center - Northwest offers patients a non-invasive or minimally invasive outpatient treatment option. This option is available for some patients with conditions that would typically require brain surgery or whole-brain radiation. Gamma Knife is used to treat blood vessel problems, such as arteriovenous malformations (AVMs) and brain tumors, including acoustic neuromas, meningiomas,... Read More about Gamma Knife Center at UW Medical Center – Northwest

Dr. Zachary Litvack is a Neurosurgeon at the Swedish Neuroscience Institute. He values a collaborative multi-disciplinary approach to caring for patients suffering from benign or malignant brain tumors, head and neck cancers involving the brain and spine, chronic pain and degenerative spinal disorders. Dr. Litvack applies his unique expertise in skull base surgery, neuroendoscopy, minimally invasive cranial, and minimally invasive... Read More about Zachary N. Litvack, MD

Dr. Tymchak understands the impact of neurosurgical disease on patients and their families. He takes the time to listen and educate patients about their conditions and treatment plans. He works hard to provide the care patients and their families deserve, and will always be honest and forthright when discussing surgical options.

Dr. Wang is a board-certified neurosurgeon that believes all individuals are entitled to VIP care and treats all of his patients as he would want his own family treated. Recognizing each patient's unique needs, he delivers compassionate and personalized care. Dr. Wang realizes that surgery can be daunting and works with each patient to exhaust all non-invasive therapies before performing... Read More about Tony R. Wang, MD

Melissa Payson, PA-C believes electing to pursue deep brain stimulation surgery is a thoughtful and important decision for prospective patients. Surgery can make enormous improvements in the lives of patients, but patients must also fully engage in the process. The most important part of my job is to educate patients while preparing them for the procedure, setting appropriate expectations, and... Read More about Melissa H. Payson, PAC

Dr. McDougall became certified as a neurosurgeon in 1993. He has focused his entire career on the treatment of stroke and cerebrovascular disease, and he was one of the first neurosurgeons in the country to receive fellowship training in endovascular techniques. Once Guglielmi detachable coils received FDA approval in 1995, he was the first neurosurgeon in North America to treat... Read More about Cameron G. McDougall, MD

Dr. Patel is a neurosurgeon at the Swedish Neuroscience Institute. His philosophy of care is to provide comprehensive care and superior service in order to help and change the lives of his patients for the better.

Dr. Rod Oskouian is a Neurosurgeon at the Swedish Neuroscience Institute who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of complex spinal disorders. As the Chief of the Complex Spine Department, his clinical practice located on the Swedish/Cherry Hill campus in Seattle focuses on scoliosis, spinal deformities, spine trauma, spine fractures, spinal surgery revisions, osteoporosis, spinal cord injury, degenerative disc disease,... Read More about Rod J. Oskouian, MD

"Dean is a neurosurgery nurse practitioner at the Swedish Medical Center Department of Neurological Surgery. Dean received his Bachelors of Nursing from Seattle University in 1996, Masters of Nursing from Washington State University in 2002, and post Masters Doctorate of Nursing Practice from Seattle University in 2017. Dean is certified by the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners since 2003. Dean’s... Read More about Dean A. Hamilton, DNP, ARNP

Dr. Charles Cobbs is a Neurosurgeon that specializes in brain tumor surgery, minimally invasive spine surgery, and neurosurgery. He is the Director of The Ben and Catherine Ivy Center for Advanced Brain Tumor Treatment. In his free time he enjoys the outdoors, running, cycling and skiing. Dr. Cobbs was also selected by Seattle Metropolitan Magazine as a Top Doctor in... Read More about Charles S. Cobbs, MD

The Ben and Catherine Ivy Center for Advanced Brain Tumor Treatment at Swedish Cherry Hill is a multidisciplinary brain tumor program providing specialized, coordinated care and access to innovative therapies and clinical trials.

The Swedish Cerebrovascular Center is the only center in the Pacific Northwest that offers comprehensive, coordinated care for patients with brain blood vessel disorders such as brain aneurysm and stroke.

"I have been working in neurosurgery in the Seattle area since 2002, and movement disorder neurosurgery since 2005. I work at a center with incredible surgeons, neurologists, and supporting staff. My current position, as senior practitioner in the Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) clinic, is my favorite. I love seeing the difference in patient’s lives before and after their procedure. I... Read More about Martha L. Short, PAC

Dr. Loh's goal is to provide the most advanced, evidence-based care with compassion.

At Swedish Neurosurgery - Cherry Hill, we offer a wide range of services tailored to meet the diverse needs of our patients. From diagnostics to innovative treatments, our neurologists are committed to delivering excellence in care.

A nationally-renowned center with specialists trained in neurology, neurosurgery, neuroradiology and neuropsychology. Learn more about our approach to treating epilepsy, seizures, and movement disorders. Appointments available.

Located in the Ninth & Jefferson building across from Harborview Medical Center, the Spine Center at Harborview provides a cost-effective multidisciplinary approach to spine care. Our goal is not just pain relief. We work to maximize the restoration of function. Treatment options range from exercises to major surgery, and we match each patient with the right providers and treatment plan.... Read More about UW Medicine Spine Center at Harborview