Dr. Naresh P. Patel, MD, FCNS, FAANS, is a distinguished neurosurgeon with over 30 years of operative experience and a robust academic clinical practice. He is a Professor Emeritus and the former Vice-Chair of Neurosurgery at Mayo Clinic Arizona, where he was instrumental in advancing neurosurgical education, research, and patient care. A published opinion leader in the field, Dr. Patel specializes in spinal injuries, neck and back pain management, and neuromodulation, particularly spinal cord stimulation. His expertise has made him a sought-after subject matter expert and key opinion leader in spinal surgery, instrumentation, and reconstruction.

Throughout his career, Dr. Patel has been recognized as an award-winning educator and mentor at the Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine. His dedication to medical education and innovation has led to the publication of more than 450 national and international presentations, abstracts, book chapters, and peer-reviewed articles in the field of neurosurgery. He is a Fellow of the American Association of Neurological Surgeons (FAANS) and the Congress of Neurological Surgeons (FCNS), demonstrating his commitment to advancing the field through research, advocacy, and clinical excellence.

Dr. Patel’s areas of expertise span a wide range of neurosurgical conditions, including spinal cord stimulation and neuromodulation, spinal decompression and fusion, spinal disk and joint degeneration, traumatic brain injury, and brain and spinal tumors. He is also highly experienced in the treatment of brain bleeding (subdural, epidural, and intraparenchymal hematomas), pituitary tumors, infections of the brain and spine, and stereotactic radiosurgery. Additionally, he has played a pivotal role in neurosurgical quality assurance, focusing on patient safety during the preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative phases.

Dr. Patel’s contributions to neurosurgery have shaped both clinical practice and medical education, solidifying his reputation as a leader in the field. His extensive research, commitment to mentorship, and dedication to advancing spinal and neurosurgical care continue to influence the next generation of neurosurgeons and improve patient outcomes worldwide.