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About Christopher A. Sarkiss, MD, FACS, FAANS, FCNS

Christopher A. Sarkiss, MD, FACS, FAANS, FCNS, is a board-certified, fellowship-trained neurosurgeon specializing in neurosurgical oncology and spine surgery. He is the head of the Global Brain & Spine Institute and is nationally recognized for complex and minimally invasive brain and spine procedures.

Education & Training

  • B.S. in Neuroscience (minor in Political Science), UCLA – Summa Cum Laude
  • M.D. with honors, David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA
  • Neurosurgical Residency – Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, NYC
  • Fellowship in Surgical Neuro-Oncology – Jackson Memorial Hospital & University of Miami Health System

Medical Expertise & Specializations

  • Gliomas, brain metastases, meningiomas, pituitary tumors, skull base surgery, spine tumors
  • Minimally invasive endoscopic surgery, awake craniotomy, cortical stimulation & brain mapping
  • Laser interstitial thermal therapy (LITT), robotic surgery, 5-ALA fluorescence-guided tumor surgery
  • Degenerative spine disease, Chiari malformation, intracerebral hemorrhage, carpal tunnel syndrome

Career Highlights

  • Former System Medical Director for Neurosurgery & Neuro-Oncology, Advocate Health System, Wisconsin
  • Voted Top Neurosurgeon in consecutive years
  • Over 25 peer-reviewed publications and multiple book chapters

Philosophy

Dr. Sarkiss believes exceptional neurosurgical care requires a balance of technical excellence, compassion, and innovation. His guiding principles:
  • Precision: Employ the latest surgical techniques to maximize safety and outcomes
  • Personalization: Tailor treatment plans to each patient’s condition, goals, and lifestyle
  • Collaboration: Work closely with multidisciplinary teams for comprehensive care
  • Innovation: Integrate emerging technologies and research into clinical practice
  • Empathy: Support patients and families through clear communication and shared decision-making

Research & Publications

  • 25+ peer-reviewed journal articles and several book chapters
  • Invited speaker at the American Association of Neurological Surgeons, Congress of Neurological Surgeons, and World Federation of Neurological Surgeons
  • Research interests: neuro-oncology, spine surgery, socioeconomics, machine learning, surgical simulation
  • Recipient of the Kalmon D. Post, MD Neurosurgery Publication Award
  • Active member of leading professional societies, including:
  • American Association of Neurological Surgeons
  • Congress of Neurological Surgeons
  • North American Skull Base Society
  • Society for Neuro-Oncology
  • The Royal Society of Medicine

The Global Brain & Spine Institute Facility

The Global Brain & Spine Institute is a state-of-the-art neurosurgical center offering advanced diagnostics, precision surgery, and empowering care.

Features include:

  • Advanced imaging systems
  • Robotic-assisted surgical platforms
  • Minimally invasive surgical suites
  • Collaborative, multidisciplinary care teams
  • Comfortable, patient-centered environment

From diagnosis to recovery, we combine cutting-edge technology with a patient-first philosophy to deliver exceptional neurosurgical care.