Edward F. Aulisi, MD, FAANS, FACS, is the chairman of the Department of Neurosurgery at MedStar Washington Hospital Center and serves as medical director of the MedStar Neuroscience Intermediate Care Unit. He is also the medical director of the MedStar Pituitary Center with decades of experience in pituitary surgery using both open and endoscopic surgical approaches.

Dr. Aulisi is a nationally known expert in spine surgery. In addition to spine treatments, his patients also have onsite access to specialists in rehabilitation medicine with the renowned MedStar National Rehabilitation Network.

Dr. Aulisi is deeply committed to providing expert and compassionate care to patients. He takes the time to ensure each patient understands their diagnosis and the best treatment options to meet their individual needs. His approach to care has led to excellent patient outcomes.

Dr. Aulisi highlights:

• Board certified neurosurgeon with advanced training in tumors of the skull base, neurovascular microsurgery, complicated spinal surgery, neurotrauma and computer-assisted neurosurgery.
• Advanced training in complex spinal surgery, minimally invasive spine surgery and surgery for tumors at the base of the skull, including pituitary tumors.
• One of only two neurosurgeons in the national capital region to perform Gamma Knife radiosurgery.
• Named one of Washingtonian Magazine's "Top Doctors."
• Princeton University graduate.
• Licensed in the District of Columbia, Virginia and Maryland.
• Neurosurgery professor at Georgetown University.
• Fellow of the American College of Surgeons and the American Association of Neurological Surgeons.