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Sharona Ben-Haim
Neurosurgeon | Associate Residency Program Director | Director of Surgical Epilepsy
Sharona Ben-Haim, MD is a neurosurgeon at the University of California San Diego (UCSD).12 She specializes in caring for patients with treatment-resistant epilepsy and movement disorders such as Parkinson's disease.2 Dr. Ben-Haim holds the position of Associate Professor of Clinical Neurological Surgery at UCSD.1
Professional Background
Dr. Ben-Haim completed her medical degree at UC San Diego School of Medicine and her residency training in neurosurgery at Mount Sinai Medical Center in New York.5 She is currently an academic functional neurosurgeon, focusing on advanced surgery for the diagnosis and treatment of epilepsy.4
Roles and Responsibilities
At UCSD, Dr. Ben-Haim serves in several important capacities:
- Neurosurgeon specializing in epilepsy and movement disorders
- Associate Residency Program Director for the Neurosurgery department
- Director of the Surgical Epilepsy Program37
Research and Expertise
Dr. Ben-Haim's work extends beyond clinical practice. She is actively involved in research, as evidenced by her Google Scholar profile.6 Her areas of expertise include:
- Surgical treatment of epilepsy
- Movement disorders
- Pain management, particularly in cancer patients5
Professional Affiliations
Dr. Ben-Haim is involved with several professional organizations:
On social media, Dr. Ben-Haim maintains a professional presence on Twitter under the handle @SBenHaimMD, where she shares insights related to neurosurgery, epilepsy, and pain management.8
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