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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

Overview of Dr. Baskin

Professor,Neurological Surgery at Houston Methodist, Vice Chair Neurosurgery, Residency Program Director, and Director 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 at www.houstonmethodist.org/peakcenter

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

  • CA State Medical License
    CA State Medical License 1979 - 2027
  • HI State Medical License
    HI State Medical License 2016 - 2026
  • LA State Medical License
    LA State Medical License 2021 - 2025
  • TX State Medical License
    TX State Medical License 1985 - 2025
  • Neurological Surgery
    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

Insurance Accepted

  • Aetna Choice POS II
    Aetna HMO
    BCBS Blue Card PPO
    BCBS Texas BlueChoice
    CIGNA HMO
    CIGNA Open Access
    CIGNA PPO
    First Health PPO
    Great West PPO
    Humana ChoiceCare Network PPO
    Multiplan PHCS PPO
    Multiplan PHCS PPO - Kaiser
    Multiplan PPO
    United Healthcare - Direct Choice Plus POS
    United Healthcare - Direct Options PPO
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