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Carl Youssef, MD
Neurosurgeon
1399 Jenks Ave Bldg G Panama City FL, 32401About
Dr. Carl Youssef practices Neurological Surgery in Panama City, FL. As a Neurological Surgeon, Dr. Youssef 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.
Education and Training
Florida State University BS Biology 2012
University of Florida MD 2016
Board Certification
American Board of Neurological Surgery
Tennessee Board of Medicine
Florida Board of Medicine
USMLE Step 3
Texas Physician-in-Training Permit
USMLE Step 2 CS
USMLE Step 2 CK
USMLE Step 1
Provider Details
Areas of expertise and specialization
Faculty Titles & Positions
- Neurosurgeon Southern Orthopedic Spine Surgery -
Awards
- Academic Competitiveness Grant 2008 Florida State University
- Twenty-first Century Scholarship 2008 Florida State University
- National Science and Mathematics Access to Retain Talent (SMART) Grant 2009
- Phi Beta Kappa Honor Society 2012 Florida State University
- Outstanding Senior Scholar 2012 Florida State University
- Graduated summa cum laude 2012 Florida State University
- Cammie Green Ross Scholarship 2014 University of Florida
- Hugh M. Hill, M.D. Scholarship Endowment 2015 University of Florida
- Honors in Research 2016 University of Florida
Professional Memberships
- American Association of Neurological Surgeons
- Congress of Neurological Surgeons
- Texas Association of Neurological Surgeons
- Florida Neurosurgical Society
Fellowships
- University of Tennessee Health Sciences Center and Semmes-Murphey Clinic Minimally invasive and complex spine surgery 2024
- University of Tennessee Health Sciences Center and Semmes-Murphey Clinic Minimally invasive, robotic, and complex spine surgery 2024
Charities and Philanthropic Endeavors
- 2007-2012 St. Mary and St. George Coptic Orthodox Church, Tallahassee, FL
- 2014-2016 University of Florida Mobile Outreach Clinic, Gainesville, FL
Carl Youssef, MD's Practice location
Southern Orthopedic Spine Surgery
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Leading a New Era in Neurosurgery at Southern Orthopedic Spine Surgery in Panama City, Florida
Dr. Carl Youssef is a highly skilled and fellowship-trained neurosurgeon at Southern Orthopedic Spine Surgery in Panama City, Florida. With practice locations at HCA Florida Gulf Coast Hospital, Panama City Surgery Center, and Ascension Sacred Heart Bay Hospital, he is set to enhance the neurosurgical care available to the community.
Bringing a wealth of experience and knowledge to his practice, Dr. Youssef has completed rigorous training in both adult and pediatric spinal pathology. His clinical expertise encompasses a wide range of spinal conditions, including trauma, tumors, scoliosis, and degenerative disc disease. Dr. Youssef is committed to employing the least invasive treatment options whenever possible, ensuring targeted operations that lead to decreased blood loss, shorter hospital stays, and quicker recovery times for his patients.
Originally from Egypt and raised in Tallahassee, Florida, Dr. Youssef graduated summa cum laude from Florida State University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Biological Sciences. He obtained his Doctor of Medicine Degree from the University of Florida College of Medicine in Gainesville, where he graduated with honors in research. Dr. Youssef completed his neurosurgical internship and residency at the prestigious University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas, Texas, followed by fellowship training in minimally invasive, robotic, and complex spine surgery at the University of Tennessee Health Sciences Center and Semmes-Murphey Clinic in Memphis. Under the mentorship of renowned spine surgeons Dr. Kevin Foley and Dr. Paul Park, Dr. Youssef honed his skills to provide cutting-edge care.
In addition to being a Diplomate of the American Board of Neurological Surgery, Dr. Youssef is an active member of several professional organizations, including the American Association of Neurological Surgeons, the Congress of Neurological Surgeons, the Texas Association of Neurological Surgeons, and the Florida Neurosurgical Society.
Having demonstrated a commitment to community service, Dr. Youssef was actively involved with St. Mary and St. George Coptic Orthodox Church in Tallahassee from 2007 to 2012. Later, from 2014 to 2016, he contributed his time and skills to the University of Florida Mobile Outreach Clinic in Gainesville, supporting community health initiatives.
Outside of his professional life, Dr. Youssef enjoys spending quality time with his wife, Erica, and their three dogs, Daisy, Dean, and Delilah. He is also a soccer enthusiast and loves exploring the beautiful beaches of the Emerald Coast.
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