Christopher Ames
Professor of Neurosurgery and Orthopedic Surgery
Dr. Christopher Ames is a highly acclaimed neurosurgeon specializing in spinal deformity and spine tumor surgery at UCSF Medical Center.
With a focus on en bloc tumor resection for various types of tumors, he has a remarkable track record in complex spinal reconstruction.
Dr. Ames is internationally recognized for his expertise in spine tumor, deformity, scoliosis, and cervical kyphosis with over 500 peer-reviewed publications.
He has received numerous awards for his research work in spinal deformity, demonstrating his commitment to advancing the field.
In addition to his clinical work, Dr. Ames is actively involved in teaching and has held leadership positions at various prestigious organizations.
His educational background includes a BA in Biochemistry from Dartmouth College and an MD from David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA.