Shusuke Yamamoto, MD, PhD
Professor of Neurosurgery
Professional Information
Biography
Dr. Yamamoto is a professor of neurosurgery at the University of Toyama in Japan. Having worked in various fields of neurosurgery, Dr. Yamamoto has conducted numerous scientific studies, particularly on moyamoya disease and brain surgery. His research on cerebrovascular diseases and contributions to brain microcirculation are especially noteworthy. One of Dr. Yamamoto's significant research areas focuses on cauda equina syndrome resulting from traumatic spinal cord injuries. He has also investigated cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) gas tensions and pH levels to examine the effects of surgical interventions on brain microcirculation. These studies have provided substantial contributions to the field of neurosurgery.
Specialization
Neurosurgery
Education
1999–2002: Clinical training in congenital heart surgery and cardiopulmonary transplantation at the University of Alberta
2003–2005: Clinical fellowship at Boston Children's Hospital
Research & Publications
Moyamoya Disease: He has conducted comprehensive studies on surgical treatment options for this rare condition, which results from narrowing blood vessels in the brain. Brain Microcirculation: He has explored how surgical interventions affect changes in the brain and spinal fluid. Silent Microbleeds: These hidden brain hemorrhages have been another focus of his research, particularly how surgical approaches influence them.