Dr. Jaime Gasco, MD, FAANS, FEBNS
Neurosurgeon
4824 Alberta Avenue 4th floor El Paso Texas, 79905About
Dr. Jaime Gasco practices Neurological Surgery in El Paso, TX. Dr Gasco is board certified in Neurological Surgery and highly trained specialist in all aspects of brain and spine care. He is recognized nationally for his expertise in the OLLIF procedure which is a form of minimally invasive spine fusion. He performs non surgery options for back and neck pain such as procedural pain management with injections, blocks and treatment of fractures with kyphoplasty.
Dr Gasco is the author of two books in the neurosurgery field and has published over 30 peer reviewed articles in top neurosurgery journals. His research has received several awards at national meetings
Education and Training
University of Texas Med Branch NEUROSURGERY 2011
Board Certification
American Board of Neurological Surgery
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Faculty Titles & Positions
- Ex Chief of Surgery South Texas Health System 2017 - 2019
Awards
- Academy of Master Teachers 2013 University of Texas Medical Branch
Professional Memberships
- American Association of Neurological Surgeons
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