Justin Cetas

Justin Cetas, MD, PhD, was a prominent neurosurgeon and academic who made significant contributions to the field of neurosurgery. He served as an associate professor and residency program director at Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU) in Portland.45 During his time at OHSU, Dr. Cetas published over 50 peer-reviewed papers and mentored hundreds of neurosurgery residents.2

Career Highlights

Dr. Cetas built his career in the OHSU School of Medicine Department of Neurosurgery.13 His expertise and leadership in the field were widely recognized, leading to his appointment as the chief of neurosurgery at the Portland VA Medical Center.4

In 2021, Dr. Cetas took on a new role as the chair of the Department of Neurosurgery at the University of Arizona College of Medicine – Tucson.6 This move marked a significant step in his career, allowing him to bring his expertise and leadership to a new institution.

Academic Contributions

Throughout his career, Dr. Cetas made substantial contributions to neurosurgical research and education:

• Published more than 50 peer-reviewed papers
• Mentored hundreds of neurosurgery residents
• Cited by 1811 other researchers in the field7

Legacy

Tragically, Dr. Justin Cetas passed away in 2022, leaving behind a profound impact on the field of neurosurgery and the many colleagues and students he mentored throughout his career.12 His loss was deeply felt by the medical community, and he is remembered not only for his professional achievements but also for his character and the positive influence he had on those around him.