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David Baskin, MD, Neurosurgery, Houston, TX

DavidBaskinMDF.A.C.S, F.A.A.N.S, F.C.N.S

Neurosurgery Houston, TX

Brain & Spinal Tumor, Pituitary Surgery, Skull Base

Professor of Neurological Surgery, Cornell University-Weill Medical College and Houston Methodist Hospital, Director, Peak Brain Tumor Center Vice Chair, Department of Neurosurgery Adjunct Professor,Texas A and M Medical School

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  • Office

    6445 Main Street
    OPC P24-C026
    Houston, TX 77030
    Phone+1 713-441-3802
    Fax+1 713-793-1001

Summary

  • Professor,Neurological Surgery at Houston Methodist, Vice Chair Neurosurgery, Residency Program Director, and Director of Brain Tumor Center. Specialize in intracranial surgery-subspecialize in pituitary adenomas, having operated >5000 pts. We have novel Rx’s for glioblastoma including gene therapy and a new Rx utilizing oscillating magnetic fields. Visit us at www.houstonmethodist.org/peakcenter
  • Mitochondria Based Chemotherapy For Glioblastoma

    The world's first Mitochondrial Based Chemotherapy Developed at Houston Methodist Hospital

    Novel Gene Therapy for Glioblastoma

    15 year survivor of Glioblastoma with no residual tumor, Treated at the Kenneth R. Peak Brain and Pituitary Center at Houston Methodist Hospital

Education & Training

  • University of California (San Francisco)
    University of California (San Francisco)Residency, Neurological Surgery, 1978 - 1984
  • Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
    Icahn School of Medicine at Mount SinaiClass of 1978
  • Swarthmore College
    Swarthmore CollegeBA, Psychology minor in Biology, With High Honors, 1970 - 1974

Certifications & Licensure

  • HI State Medical License
    HI State Medical License 2016 - 2026
  • CA State Medical License
    CA State Medical License 1979 - 2025
  • LA State Medical License
    LA State Medical License 2021 - 2025
  • TX State Medical License
    TX State Medical License 1985 - 2025
  • American Board of Neurological Surgery Neurological Surgery

Awards, Honors, & Recognition

  • Most Compassionate Doctor Award, Patient's Choice Award Vitals/ American Registry, 2012
  • Best Doctor Honor Role for 5 years or more Castle Connolly Best Doctors, 2012
  • Certificate of Honor President of the Congress, 5th Int. Conference of Neurosurgery, 2010
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Clinical Trials

Publications & Presentations

PubMed

Journal Articles

  • Extraventricular Colloid Cyst with Invasion into the Skull Base, Case Report and Literature Review  
    Staub, B, Castilla, L, Baskin, DS, World Neurosurgery, 8/2/2013
  • Alterations in sensitivity to estrogen, dihydrotestosterone, and xenogens in B-lymphocytes from children with autism spectrum disorder and their unaffected twins/siblings  
    Sharpe, MA Gist, TL, Baskin, DS, Journal of Toxicology, 1/1/2013
  • Neuro-endoscopic resection of intraventricular tumors: a systematic outcomes analysis  
    Barber, S, Castilla, L, Baskin, DS, Minimally Invasive Surgery, 1/1/2013
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Press Mentions

  • Northwest Biotherapeutics: Data Is Done, Just Wait for Approval
    Northwest Biotherapeutics: Data Is Done, Just Wait for ApprovalNovember 23rd, 2022
  • Dr. Robert Grossman, Pioneering Neurosurgeon at Houston Methodist Hospital, Dies at 88
    Dr. Robert Grossman, Pioneering Neurosurgeon at Houston Methodist Hospital, Dies at 88October 8th, 2021
  • A Magnetic Helmet Shrunk a Lethal Tumor in World-First Check
    A Magnetic Helmet Shrunk a Lethal Tumor in World-First CheckAugust 3rd, 2021
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Grant Support

  • Kenneth R. Peak Center-10 Million Dollar GrantKenneth and Donna Peak Foundation2013–Present

Research History

  • Director Peak Brain Tumor CenterDirector of the Peak brain tumor center, consisting of Neuro oncology, Neuroendocrinology, and numerous clinical trials. we also have seven PhD scientists performing cutting edge research in brain tumor biology and treatment.2013 - 2025

Professional Memberships

Other Languages

  • Spanish