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Reza Dashti, M.D, Ph.D, FCNS, IFAANS, FACS
Associate Professor of Neurosurgery and Radiology
Dr. Reza Dashti is a highly accomplished neurosurgeon and academic currently serving as an Associate Professor of Neurosurgery and Radiology at Stony Brook Medicine.12 Here's a comprehensive overview of his background and expertise:
Education and Training
Dr. Dashti received his medical degree from Istanbul University, Cerrahpasa Medical School, which he describes as one of the most prestigious medical schools.2 He completed his residency in Neurological Surgery at Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Medical Faculty in 2001.1 Following his residency, he pursued additional specialized training:
- Fellowship in Cerebrovascular & Microneurosurgery at Helsinki University Central Hospital (2007)
- Fellowship in Endovascular Neurosurgery at the University of Illinois Hospital - College of Medicine (2014)
- Fellowship in Spinal Surgery at the University of Illinois Hospital - College of Medicine (2015)1
Expertise and Clinical Focus
Dr. Dashti is a cerebrovascular neurosurgeon with significant expertise in both microneurosurgical and endovascular treatments.1 His clinical specialties include:
- Brain aneurysms
- Arteriovenous malformations (AVMs)
- Cavernous malformations
- Skull base tumors
- Stroke
- General neurosurgery1
Professional Achievements
Dr. Dashti has earned several prestigious professional designations, including:
- FCNS (Fellow of the Congress of Neurological Surgeons)
- IFAANS (International Fellow of the American Association of Neurological Surgeons)
- FACS (Fellow of the American College of Surgeons)2
Research and Publications
Dr. Dashti is actively involved in research and has contributed to numerous publications in the field of neurosurgery. Some of his notable works focus on:
- Natural history and management of brain arteriovenous malformations
- Microneurosurgical management of cerebral aneurysms
- Treatment outcomes for various types of cerebral aneurysms1
Current Role
At Stony Brook Medicine, Dr. Dashti holds the position of Clinical Associate Professor of Neurosurgery.1 He is affiliated with the Stony Brook Cerebrovascular Center and accepts new patients for both in-person and video visits.1
Dr. Dashti is multilingual, speaking English, Turkish, and Persian (Farsi), which enhances his ability to communicate with a diverse patient population.1