Dr. Meysam Kebriaei, Medical Director of the Neurosurgery Program at Children's Minnesota joins the podcast to discuss his background, Children's Minnesota's iMRI neurosurgery suite, and what's next for the neurosurgery program.
Summary
Dr. Meysam Kebriaei: Enhancing Pediatric Neurosurgery at Children's Minnesota
In this interview, Dr. Meysam Kebriaei, the Medical Director of the Neurosurgery Program at Children's Minnesota, shares insights about his background and the groundbreaking advancements made at Children's Minnesota's iMRI neurosurgery suite. Furthermore, he sheds light on what the future holds for the neurosurgery program.
The Game-Changing iMRI Neurosurgery Suite
Dr. Mason Kire, the medical director of the neurosurgery program, highlights the remarkable features of the state-of-the-art MRI neurosurgery suite at Children's Minnesota. The suite comprises three rooms dedicated to diagnostic imaging, along with two operating suites and an intraoperative MRI suite. This innovative technology has revolutionized patient care by allowing surgeons to obtain an MRI scan before concluding a surgery. This step ensures that all tumors have been thoroughly removed and enables detection of any potential complications, such as blood clots. The ability to perform an MRI in real-time within the operating room has significantly improved surgical outcomes and patient safety.
Pioneering Future Advances
Looking ahead, the neurosurgery program at Children's Minnesota aims to integrate robot technology with the MRI suite. This combination will enable surgeons to insert stereotactic electrodes deep into the brain for a detailed analysis of seizure origins. Additionally, the program plans to utilize laser interstitial thermotherapy to selectively heat abnormal brain tissue without causing harm to healthy areas. These upcoming advancements promise to further enhance the effectiveness of pediatric neurosurgery and improve patient outcomes.
Keys to Success: Collaboration and Cutting-Edge Technology
Dr. Kire advises emerging leaders in the field to foster collaborative care within their multidisciplinary teams. By encouraging close cooperation between specialists, comprehensive and holistic patient care can be achieved. Moreover, staying at the forefront of technological advancements is crucial. The effective utilization of cutting-edge technology allows for precise and efficient neurosurgical interventions. Dr. Kire also emphasizes the importance of maintaining open communication channels with the board and the community to secure financial support required for program development and sustainability.
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This episode aired on 05/26/2023 and can be listened here.
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