3 Best Neurosurgeons in New Orleans, LA

“ Dr. Marcus L. Ware obtained his medical degree from Harvard Medical School and a Ph.D. in neurobiology from Harvard University. He completed a premier residency in neurosurgery and specialised training in brain tumor surgery and neuro-oncology at the University of California. He also completed a skull base fellowship under Dr. Ossama Al-Mefty at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences. Dr. Ware is board-certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery. He serves as the Medical Director of Neurosurgical Oncology for Ochsner Health, the Pituitary Disorders Center of Excellence, and as Associate Medical Director of Surgical Services at Ochsner Medical Center – West Bank Campus. An expert in the surgical treatment of primary and metastatic brain tumors, he has a particular focus on gliomas, meningiomas, pituitary tumors, and other skull base tumors. Dr. Ware practices at Ochsner Medical Center – New Orleans. Dr. Marcus L. Ware has been recognised as one of Castle Connolly’s Top Doctors for five consecutive years: 2020 through 2024.”

“ 2026 Highlights: Dr. Cuong Q. Bui earned his medical degree from LSU Health Sciences Center–New Orleans. He completed his internship at the University of California, San Francisco School of Medicine. He is board-certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery. Dr. Bui is a neurosurgeon and chair of neurosurgery at Ochsner Health. He provides expert care for complex cranial and spinal disorders in both adult and pediatric patients. His spinal practice includes the treatment of degenerative cervical and lumbar spine diseases, spinal tumors, trauma, infections, tethered cord, syrinx, cerebral palsy–related spasticity, spinal fractures, and carpal tunnel syndrome. He is committed to compassionate, patient-centered care, with a focus on accurate diagnosis, thoughtful surgical decision-making, and improving patients' function and quality of life.”