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Advanced neurosurgery centered around you.

We provide leading-edge neurosurgical care for patients with a wide spectrum of brain and spine conditions.

MEET KUMAR VASUDEVAN, MD

Dr. Kumar Vasudevan, MD - ​​Spine and Brain Tumor Neurosurgeon in St. Louis, MO

Compassionate, comprehensive, world-class care for patients with brain and spine conditions.

"As a fellowship-trained and board-certified neurosurgeon, my mission is to provide compassionate, comprehensive, and world-class care for patients with brain and spine conditions. I became a surgeon because an amazing doctor once treated me like family when I needed it most. I promise I will do the same for you.

 

My goal is to rapidly and precisely assess your condition, administer treatment, and restore your quality of life. I will be there with you every step of the way."

MISSION

Kumar Vasudevan

Academic expertise and world-class collaborators.

Our values make the difference for patients with brain and spine disease.

VALUES

Compassion

Our priority is personalized, compassionate care, which we believe leads to superior outcomes for all of our patients.

Collaboration

As an Assistant Professor in the renowned Department of Neurosurgery at Washington University in St. Louis, Dr. Vasudevan partners with experts in pain management, oncology, radiation oncology, and other specialties. This multidisciplinary approach ensures comprehensive, world-class care for his patients, who can have the resources of a top-ranked medical center at their disposal.

Delivering the highest standard of neurosurgical care.

Ensuring patients receive the most effective and up-to-date neurosurgical treatments.

EXPERIENCE

Expertise

Dr. Kumar Vasudevan's fellowship training and board certification from the American Board of Neurological Surgery signify his specialized expertise and validation of his competency. This is crucial for patients as it assures them of his advanced training, skills, and commitment to providing excellent care in the field of neurosurgery.

Innovation

Driven by a commitment to advancement, Dr. Vasudevan utilizes cutting-edge techniques and incorporates the latest research and clinical trials from Washington University in St. Louis' Department of Neurosurgery. This ensures his patients have access to state-of-the-art treatments and emerging breakthroughs in neuroscience.

Education - Dr. Kumar Vasudevan, MD - ​​Spine and Brain Tumor Neurosurgeon in St. Louis, MO
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Advanced training from leading institutions in brain and spine research.

WORLD-CLASS EXPERIENCE

Harvard Medical School - Dr. Kumar Vasudevan, MD - ​Spine and Brain Tumor Surgeon in St. Louis, MO

Fellowship

Skull Base Neuro-Oncology

Emory School of Medicine - Dr. Kumar Vasudevan, MD - ​Spine and Brain Tumor Surgeon in St. Louis, MO

Residency, Neurosurgery

Fellowship, Neurocritical Care

Brown University - Dr. Kumar Vasudevan, MD - ​Spine and Brain Tumor Surgeon in St. Louis, MO

Doctor of Medicine

Bachelors of Science and Arts

Education

RENOWNED

Society for Neuro-Oncology - Dr. Kumar Vasudevan, MD - ​Spine and Brain Tumor Surgeon in St. Louis, MO

Member 

Society for Neuro-Oncology

Congress of Neurological Surgeons - Dr. Kumar Vasudevan, MD - ​Spine and Brain Tumor Surgeon in St. Louis, MO

Member 

Congress of Neurological Surgeons

American Association of Neurological Surgeons - Dr. Kumar Vasudevan, MD - ​Spine and Brain Tumor Surgeon in St. Louis, MO

Member

American Association of Neurological Surgeons

North American Skull Base Society - Dr. Kumar Vasudevan, MD - ​Spine and Brain Tumor Surgeon in St. Louis, MO

Member

North American Skull Base Society

Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honors Society - Dr. Kumar Vasudevan, MD - ​Spine and Brain Tumor Surgeon in St. Louis, MO

Member

Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honors Society

American Board of Neurological Surgery - Dr. Kumar Vasudevan, MD - ​Spine and Brain Tumor Surgeon in St. Louis, MO

Board Certified

American Board of Neurological Surgery

Certifications

ADVANCED

​KMOV4: Living Well: Back Pain - Dr. Kumar Vasudevan, MD - ​​Spine and Brain Tumor Neurosurgeon in St. Louis, MO

KMOV4: Living Well: Back Pain

Dr. Kumar Vasudevan with Christian Hospital’s Pain Management Center told News 4 their job is to help improve pain and quality of life.

VIDEO

The Practice of Precision - Dr. Kumar Vasudevan, MD - ​​Spine and Brain Tumor Neurosurgeon in St. Louis, MO

The Practice of Precision

Hear Dr. Vasudevan speak with Ryan Gray, MD about his medical school journey and what it's like to be a practicing neurosurgeon.

PODCAST

The Amazing World of Neurosurgery - Dr. Kumar Vasudevan, MD - ​​Spine and Brain Tumor Neurosurgeon in St. Louis, MO

The Amazing World of Neurosurgery

Dr. Vasudevan discusses topics with host Shane Pokroy ranging from patient/physician relationships, to modern neurosurgical developments.

PODCAST

University Interview - Dr. Kumar Vasudevan, MD - ​​Spine and Brain Tumor Neurosurgeon in St. Louis, MO

Cancer University Interview: Dr. Vasudevan

Listen to Dr. Vasudevan's story and what motivated him to become a neurosurgeon in St. Louis on the Cancer U Thrivers Podcast!

PODCAST

Brain Tumors for the Non-Neurosurgeon - Dr. Kumar Vasudevan, MD - ​​Spine and Brain Tumor Neurosurgeon in St. Louis, MO

Brain Tumors for the Non-Neurosurgeon

Dr. Vasudevan hosts a video lecture covering the basics of primary and metastatic brain tumors and today’s modern approach for care.

VIDEO

The Zack Ballinger Show: Neurosurgeon - Dr. Kumar Vasudevan, MD - ​​Spine and Brain Tumor Neurosurgeon in St. Louis, MO

The Zack Ballinger Show: Neurosurgeon

Tune in to hear Dr. Vasudevan speak about his interests, his practice, and how he became a neurosurgeon all on the Zack Ballinger podcast!

VIDEO

Cancer Involving the Brain & Spine - Dr. Kumar Vasudevan, MD - ​​Spine and Brain Tumor Neurosurgeon in St. Louis, MO

Cancer Involving the Brain & Spine

An informative presentation on cancer spreading to the brain and spine, covering risk factors, symptoms, treatments, and future advancements.

VIDEO

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PRESS & MEDIA

Advancing the field of neurosurgery through academic leadership.

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