When faced with a brain tumour diagnosis, choosing the right care team is critical. At Mayo Clinic, expert neurosurgeons, cutting-edge technology, and a patient-centred approach ensure even the most complex brain tumours are treated with precision and care. With a deep commitment to innovation and multidisciplinary collaboration, Mayo Clinic continues to be a leader in brain tumour medicine.

Unparalleled expertise in neurosurgery

The world-class neurosurgeons at Mayo Clinic have experience treating patients with both primary and metastatic brain tumours. Among these experts are Ian Parney, M.D., Ph.D. and Jamie Van Gompel, M.D., leading neurosurgeons at Mayo Clinic who specialise in treating tumours located in highly sensitive parts of the brain.

“We often see patients who have been told their tumour is inoperable,” explains Dr Parney. “In many cases, we can offer options they didn’t think were possible.”

The world-class neurosurgeons at Mayo Clinic have experience treating patients with both primary and metastatic brain tumours

Cutting-edge technology for more accurate diagnoses

Another way Mayo Clinic is pushing limits is by embracing advanced technology and innovative diagnostic tools, like the 7 Tesla (7T) MRI – the most powerful clinical MRI in the world. This revolutionary imaging technology allows for more precise tumour identification, better differentiation between tumour and healthy tissue, and a more tailored and personalised treatment plan.

Jamie J. Van Gompel, M.D., a Skull Base Tumour and Epilepsy Neurosurgeon at Mayo Clinic, notes, “We have been able to detect tumours using 7T that we wouldn’t have been able to otherwise.”

Beyond the 7T MRI, Mayo Clinic is at the forefront of using photon-counting-detector CT technology. An innovative technology that represents a major milestone in CT imaging, it provides clearer and more detailed images than ever before, ultimately leading to more accurate diagnoses and better treatment outcomes for patients.

A collaborative effort

At Mayo Clinic, patients have the benefit of being treated by a multidisciplinary team of experts, including neurosurgeons, radiation and medical oncologists, neuropathologists, and neuroradiologists who specialise in neuroradiology imaging.

“We need to do everything in balance and be honest with ourselves about what is most important – the needs of the patient and their outcome comes first. That’s what true multidisciplinary care is,” explains Dr Van Gompel. His team approaches each case with expertise, compassion, and a commitment to delivering the best possible treatment for every patient.

We have been able to detect tumours using 7T that we wouldn’t have been able to otherwise

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