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Andrew W. Grande M.D.
Vascular Neurosurgeon, Stem Cell Researcher, Innovator, Philanthropist, Builder and Leader
Andrew W. Grande, M.D. is an accomplished neurosurgeon and researcher at the University of Minnesota. He currently serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Neurosurgery.12
Clinical Expertise
Dr. Grande specializes in treating cerebrovascular diseases, with a particular focus on:
He employs both surgical and endovascular techniques in his practice.5
Research and Academic Contributions
Dr. Grande co-directs the Earl Grande, Vel, V. Richard Zarling Stroke, Stem Cell and Neuroimaging Laboratory at the University of Minnesota.13 His research primarily focuses on translating stem cell therapies for stroke from laboratory studies to clinical applications. Some of his ongoing research areas include:
- Exogenous cord blood stem cell transplantation for neuroprotection
- Reprogramming reactive astrocytes to form neurons
- Characterization of normal adult neural stem cells in human and large animal brains1
Education and Career
Dr. Grande's educational background includes:
- Medical Degree (MD) from the University of Minnesota Medical School in 2003
- Residency in Neurological Surgery at the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine, completed in 20094
He joined the University of Minnesota Department of Neurosurgery in 2011.2
Professional Affiliations
Dr. Grande is affiliated with multiple hospitals in the Minneapolis area, including M Health Fairview University of Minnesota Medical Center.67
Throughout his career, Dr. Grande has contributed to numerous publications in the field of neurosurgery and neuroscience, demonstrating his commitment to advancing medical knowledge and improving patient care.1
