Dr. Mohammed Halawani Consultant Neurosurgery
Years of Experience : 20
Nationality : Saudi Arabia
Languages Known : Arabic, English
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Dr. Halawani is a Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada and has completed advanced neurosurgical training at leading institutions such as the University of Ottawa and the University of Calgary. His distinguished career includes leadership roles such as Chairman of Spine Surgery at King Fahad Medical City and Head of Neurosurgery and Spine Divisions at multiple prestigious hospitals in Saudi Arabia. Notably, he played a pivotal role in establishing the Johns Hopkins National Guard Epilepsy Surgery Program and the Arab Spine Association, showcasing his dedication to advancing neurosurgical care regionally and globally. With over two decades of clinical and academic excellence, his career is marked by groundbreaking contributions in the fields of brain tumor surgery, epilepsy surgery, and complex spine procedures. He has performed more than 3,000 highly complex surgeries, earning him recognition as a national and regional authority in minimally invasive spine techniques and oncological spine surgeries. Dr. Halawani’s commitment to education and research is evident through his numerous publications and contributions as an author of textbook chapters, with a focus on innovative surgical techniques and clinical outcomes. His wealth of experience as an administrator and advisor complements his clinical acumen, ensuring a holistic approach to patient care and organizational growth.
Research & Publications
- M Halawani, A AlYahya, AlRashidi SM: Assessment of type and level of evidence in four spine journals, 47th Annual Congress of the Canadian Neurological Science Federation, Ottawa, June 6- 8, 2012 Canadian Journal of Neurological Sciences, 39 ( suppl.3): S51, 2012.
- Halawani, M. (contributor). Shaya M. et al (eds.) Neurosurgery Rounds: Questions and Answers, Theme Medical Publishers, New York, NY, 2011.
- Halawani, M., et al; (Chapter Author). C1-C2 Puncture. Nader R., e al (eds) Neurosurgery Tricks of the Trade. Theme Medical Publishers, New York, NY.
- Halawani, M., et al (Chapter Author). Lateral Mass Screw Placement. Nader R., et al (eds.) Neurosurgery Tricks of the Trade. Theme Medical Publishers, New York, NY.
Expertise
- Complex spine surgeries.
- Minimal invasive spine surgeries.
- Spine cord tumors.
- Spine fractures.
- Disk Surgery.
- Cervical spine surgeries.
- Brain tumor surgeries.
Blogs
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