Osama Ahmed, MD, FAANS
Neurosurgeon
12709 Toepperwein Rd Suite 101 Live Oak TX, 78233About
Dr. Osama Ahmed practices Neurological Surgery in Live Oak, TX. As a Neurological Surgeon, Dr. Ahmed 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.
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Education and Training
University of Texas at Austin Bachelor of Arts 2004
Texas Tech Doctorate 2008
LSU MD 2016
Board Certification
American Board of Neurological Surgery
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Areas of expertise and specialization
Faculty Titles & Positions
- Director of Neurosurgery Northeast Methodist 2019 - Present
- Director of Neurosurgery Metropolitan Methodist 2019 - Present
Professional Memberships
- Top Neurological Surgeons
- Marquis' Who's Who
- Clevland Gamma Knife
Charities and Philanthropic Endeavors
- Make a Wish Foundation
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