Dr. Kourosh Tavanaiepour, DO
Neurosurgeon
580 West 8th Street Tower 1, 8th Floor Jacksonville FL, 32209About
Dr. Kourosh Tavanaiepour practices Neurological Surgery in Jacksonville, FL. As a Neurological Surgeon, Dr. Tavanaiepour prevents, diagnoses, evaluates, and treats disorders of the autonomic, peripheral, and central nervous systems. Neurological Surgeons are trained to treat such disorders as spinal canal stenosis, herniated discs, tumors, fractures, and spinal deformities, among many others. Dr. Kourosh Tavanaiepour is board certified and fellowship trained with over 10 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine medical school in 2010. He is affiliated with UF Health Jacksonville as an Associate Professor and the Medical Director for the Comprehensive Spine Center. He specializes in complex spine, minimally invasive and revision surgery; however, he treats all conditions related to the spine. He is accepting new patients and has indicated that he accepts telehealth appointments. Be sure to call ahead to book an appointment with Dr. Tavanaiepour.
Education and Training
Pennsylvania State University B.S. 2006
Philadelphia College of Osteop D.O. 2010
Board Certification
American Osteopathic Board of Surgery
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Areas of expertise and specialization
Faculty Titles & Positions
- Assistant Professor University of Florida College of Medicine 2017 - Present
Professional Memberships
- American Osteopathic Association
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