Neurosurgeons

• Jeffrey Cattorini M.D. 5425 W. Spring Creek Parkway, Suite 133 Plano, TX 75024 Phone: (972) 535-2170 Fax: (972) 535-2180 www.CattoriniMD.com Read More

  • Undergraduate Duke University Graduate Columbia University

    Medical School Dartmouth College Internship Yale University Residency Tulane Medical Center

    Why I chose The Medical Center of Plano:
    I wanted to bring high-level academic medicine to a community hospital.

    What I enjoy most about my work here:
    I develop programs that are patient-care-based and that revolve around the patient.

• Charles Chang M.D. Chang Neurosurgery & Spine Care 4001 W. 15th St., Suite 260 Plano, TX 75093 Phone: (214) 778-2530 Fax: (214) 778-2540 www.ChangNeurosurgery.com Read More

  • Undergraduate Biology Johns Hopkins University Medical School Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine Internship Pediatrics St. Louis Children's Hospital Residency Pediatrics Washington University School of Medicine

    Fellowship Pediatric Neurology St. Louis Children's Hospital Barnes-Jewish Hospital Washington University School of Medicine Post-Doctoral Fellowship Biological Chemistry Washington University School of Medicine Neurosurgical Training U.S. Navy Bethesda Navy Hospital

    Why I became a physician:
    Medicine is a caring profession that focuses on providing service to people. I was drawn to neurological surgery because the central nervous system has an organized and logical order.

    Why I chose The Medical Center of Plano:
    I found this hospital to be most welcoming to new physicians relocating to this area. It's exciting to be involved with The Medical Center of Plano at a time when it is experiencing growth and in the process of redefining its image and mission for the community.

    What I enjoy most about my work here:
    The hospital's supportive environment with enthusiastic personnel and nursing staff helps me provide the best care for my patients. The administration of the hospital also offers the right caring framework for their staff in serving patients.

• Rob Dickerman D.O. North Texas Brain and Spine Institute 6200 W. Parker Road, MOB1-502 Plano, TX 75093 Phone: (972) 238-0512 Fax: (972) 378-6925 www.NeuroTexas.com Read More

  • Undergraduate B.S. in Chemistry Texas Wesleyan University Graduate Ph.D. in Biomedical Sciences University of North Texas Health Science Center Medical School University of North Texas Health Science Center

    Residency Chief Resident - Neurosurgery Resident North Shore University - Long Island Jewish Medical Center Fellowships Neurosurgery Fellowship, CNS Tumors National Institutes of Health, Surgical Neurology Branch Spine Fellowship Texas Back Institute

    Why I became a neurosurgeon:
    Neurosurgery is a young and challenging field with new developments via research and clinical trials that allow us to help patients in difficult situations.

    Why I chose The Medical Center of Plano:
    The Medical Center of Plano has a lot of history and experience since opening its doors in 1975. It is a full-service, acute-care facility within a Level III trauma center. The staff is accommodating and responsive.

    What I enjoy most about my work here:
    I enjoy the ability to work inside a great facility that is also within the great community of Plano, Texas.

• Luis Mignucci M.D. NeuroSpine Surgical Consultants 6160 Windhaven Parkway, Suite 200 Plano, TX 75093 Phone: (972) 378-6908 Fax: (972) 378-6586 www.NeuroSpineSurgical.com Read More

  • Undergraduate University of Puerto Rico at Mayaguez Medical School University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine

    Residency Neurosurgery University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine Affiliated Hospitals Fellowship Spine Surgery Cleveland Clinic Foundation, The Center for the Spine

    Why I became a physician:
    I've always wanted to become a physician because I genuinely enjoy helping people. To me, this was the way in which I could make a direct and immediate positive impact on people's lives. I also like to challenge myself, which is why I chose neurosurgery. I believe it is one of the most exciting, challenging and constantly developing fields of medicine.

    Why I chose The Medical Center of Plano:
    I moved to Plano 20 years ago, and I immediately fell in love with this area and knew this is where I wanted to stay. Even at that time, The Medical Center of Plano was already the best hospital in the area. Our friendly and efficient staff truly set this hospital apart from its competitors.

    What I enjoy most about my work here:
    The environment is always professional and friendly, which makes it nice to come to work. Working with state-of-the-art equipment, such as the BrainSUITE® iMRI, is very appealing as well.

• Brent Morgan M.D. Methodist Richardson Spine and Neurosurgical Center 399 W. Campbell Rd., Suite 400 Richardson, TX 75080 Phone: (972) 498-4389 Fax: (972) 238-0455 www.DrBrentMorgan.com Read More

  • Undergraduate Baylor University Medical School University of Texas - Galveston

    Residency Shock Trauma Center University of Texas - Galveston & University of Maryland

    Why I became a physician:
    I chose to become a physician because it offered the ability to work in a rewarding field and to solve complex issues that can positively affect peaople's lives.

    Why I chose The Medical Center of Plano:
    The Medical Center of Plano has transformed from a community hospital to a world-class facility. The hospital administration is a very forward thinking, and we have been able to be on the cutting edge of new surgeries and technologies. It is a center of surgical excellence that provides the very best comprehensive neurosurgical care.

    What I enjoy most about my work here:
    I have the ability to be part of an innovative neuroscience program. The medical and supporting staff is a diverse group of the best professionals. They are all dedicated and committed to providing compassion and high quality care to patients.

• John Tompkins M.D.