Whether you are newly diagnosed or looking for a second opinion, The Johns Hopkins Acoustic Neuroma Center, part of one of the largest brain tumor centers in the world, offers unmatched expertise in evaluation, patient education and treatment of acoustic neuroma (also known as vestibular schwannoma), as well compassion and understanding in this difficult time.
Why Choose Johns Hopkins
Multi-Specialty Care
Specialists from several departments, including neurology, neurosurgery and otolaryngology, work together to offer comprehensive treatment plans for these rare tumors.
Dedicated Expertise
Experts from our Comprehensive Neurofibromatosis (NF) Center investigate possible hereditary links and develop appropriate treatment plans for patients whose acoustic neuroma can be linked to NF.
Advanced Treatments
Our nonsurgical and surgical treatments, including minimally invasive procedures such as keyhole brain surgery and translabyrinthine craniotomy, aim to minimize complications such as hearing loss and facial paralysis.
Schedule an Appointment
In-person and telemedicine appointments are available for initial consultations and follow-up care.
Neurosurgical Brain Tumor Evaluation
Adult Neurosurgery:
- Rapid Access Brain Tumor Clinic: 443-927-2837 (for patients with a new or suspected brain tumor requiring timely specialist evaluation.)
- Neurosurgery Appointments: 410-955-6406 (for general neurosurgical evaluation and ongoing care.)
Pediatric Neurosurgery: 410-955-7337
Oncology Consultation
Kimmel Cancer Center: 410-955-8964
International Patients
Johns Hopkins Medicine International: +1-410-502-7683
Neurosurgeons
Advanced Practitioners
Christie Adams, PA-C
Physician Assistant working with Chetan Bettegowda, M.D., Ph.D.
Jill Anderson, PA-C
Physician Assistant Manager working with Henry Brem, M.D.
Ashley Kang, PA-C
Physician Assistant working with Debraj Mukherjee, M.D., M.P.H.
Carla Scott, PA-C
Senior Physician Assistant working with Chris Jackson, M.D., and Judy Huang, M.D.
