Dr. Rani Nasser, MD
Neurosurgeon
University of Cincinnati 3113 Bellevue Ave Cincinnati OH, 45219About
Rani Nasser, MD, is an Assistant Professor of Neurosurgery in the Department of Neurosurgery at the UC College of Medicine. Dr. Nasser specialized in complex spinal reconstruction, spinal tumors, spinal vascular malformations, degenerative disc disease, spinal deformity, scoliosis, and minimally invasive spine techniques.
Dr. Nasser completed medical school at Temple University School of Medicine in Philadelphia and then completed his residency in Neurosurgery at Montefiore Medical Center / Albert Einstein College of Medicine in New York. While at Montefiore, Dr. Nasser also completed a combined enfolded Orthopedic adult and Pediatric Spine Deformity Fellowship.
In 2016, Dr. Nasser was featured on CNN as part of the surgical team that successfully separated Siamese twins attached at the head. He is the recipient of numerous awards and recognitions, including the Harold Lamport Biomedical Research Prize, American Association of Neurological Surgeons’ Robert Florin, MD Socioeconomic Award, New York Society for Neurosurgery Research Award, as well as the Stony Brook Alumni Association 40 Under Forty Award. Dr. Nasser has also participated in humanitarian surgical initiatives to provide neurosurgical healthcare access in Mongolia with the help of the Virtue Foundation.
Dr. Nasser is a prolific researcher who has published more than 42 peer reviewed papers and book chapters. He is actively involved in ongoing research and presents his work at national and international spine conferences. Dr. Nasser aims to provide the greater Cincinnati community with world-class comprehensive spine care, always putting patients and their families first.
Featured Publications:
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/?term=rani+nasser
In the News:
http://www.cnn.com/2016/11/08/health/conjoined-twins-surgical-team/index.html
http://www.stonybrook.edu/40underforty/2017/people/Rani-Nasser
Education and Training
Temple University MD 2010
Provider Details
Dr. Rani Nasser, MD's Expert Contributions
What is the recovery time for pinched back nerve surgery?
This can vary from patient to patient, but with minimally invasive techniques, patients can go home the same day and hopefully feel better sooner. READ MORE
Can a pinched nerve cause pain in your hand?
Good question, this could be a result of something peripheral such as carpel tunnel syndrome or spinal compression. Reasonable to get check out if this persists. READ MORE
How long should it take for a fractured vertebra to heal?
Good question, it could take up to a year to heal depending on risk factors. However, this should be followed carefully to ensure the bone is healing in a correct way. READ MORE
Why is my left arm and hand tingling?
This could be related to an accumulation of arthritis in the cervical spine. If this persists, it maybe reasonable to get examined and potentially obtain an MRI to rule this out. READ MORE
Areas of expertise and specialization
Faculty Titles & Positions
- Assistant Professor of Neurosurgery in the Department of Neurosurgery University of Cincinnati College of Medicine 2017 - Present
Awards
- Harold Lamport Research Award 13 Association of Neurological Surgeons
- New York Soc. Research Award 8 New York Society of Neurosurgery
- 40 Under Forty Award 4 Stony Brook Alumni Association
Professional Memberships
- North American Spine Society
- American Association of Neurological Surgeons
Charities and Philanthropic Endeavors
- Virtue Foundations Medical Mission to Mongolia
Treatments
- Complex spinal reconstruction, spinal tumors, spinal vascular malformations, degenerative disc disease, spinal deformity, scoliosis, and minimally invasive spine techniques.
Internships
- Neurosurgery Residency at Montefiore Medical Center / Albert Einstein College of Medicine in New York City , New York
Fellowships
- Combing Neurosurgery and Orthopedic Complex Spine Fellowship at Montefiore Medical Center / Albert Einstein College of Medicine in New York City , New YorkInstructor of Complex Spine and Minimally Invasive Spine at the University of Cincinnati. Cincinnati, Ohio
Professional Society Memberships
- American Association of Neurological Surgery Congress of Neurological SurgeryNorth American Spine Society
Professional Affiliations
- Virtue Foundation
Articles and Publications
- http://www.cnn.com/2016/11/08/health/conjoined-twins-surgical-team/index.htmlhttp://www.stonybrook.edu/40underforty/2017/people/Rani-Nasserhttps://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/?term=rani+nasser
What do you attribute your success to?
- I am fortunate to collaborate and work with an exceptional team of professionals at the University of Cincinnati. Together we are committed to providing our patients with world class care neurosurgical and spine care using cutting edge techniques.
Areas of research
- Spine oncology, scoliosis research, adult deformity outcomes research, chin on chest cervical deformity research, spine surgery outcomes research, research on furthering minimally invasive spinal techniques.
Awards
- In 2016, Dr. Nasser was featured on CNN as part of the surgical team that successfully separated Siamese twins attached at the head. He is the recipient of numerous awards and recognitions, including the Harold Lamport Biomedical Research Prize, American Association of Neurological Surgeons Robert Florin, MD Socioeconomic Award, New York Society for Neurosurgery Research Award, as well as the Stony Brook Alumni Association 40 Under Forty Award.
Philanthropic Initiatives
- Dr. Nasser participates in humanitarian surgical initiatives to provide neurosurgical healthcare access in Mongolia with the help of the Virtue Foundation.
Teaching and speaking
- Rani Nasser, MD, is an Assistant Professor of Neurosurgery in the Department of Neurosurgery at the UC College of Medicine. He collaborates with researchers and gives lectures on Complex Spinal Surgery / Minimally Invasive Techniques at national and international scientific meetings.
Favorite Place to Vacation
- New Zealand is my favorite place in the world, the mountains and beaches recommit you to nature.
Hobbies / Sports
- Rowing, Running, Swimming, Surfing, and Skiing.
Favorite professional publications
- https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/?term=rani+nasser
Areas of research
Spine oncology, scoliosis research, adult deformity outcomes research, chin on chest cervical deformity research, spine surgery outcomes research, research on furthering minimally invasive spinal techniques.
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