Kamran Parsa, D.O.Neurosurgeon (Board Certified)
- Diplomate of the American Osteopathic Board of Surgery
- Fellowship in Complex and Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery
Dr. Kamran Parsa, D.O., is a distinguished, board-certified neurosurgeon and the Founder and CEO of the NeuroSpine Institute, a premier center for advanced spine and neurological care in Southern California. Fellowship-trained at the world-renowned Mayo Clinic in complex and minimally invasive spine surgery, Dr. Parsa is recognized for his expertise in treating the most challenging spinal and neurosurgical conditions with precision, innovation, and uncompromising excellence. His clinical philosophy is rooted in evidence-based medicine, cutting-edge technology, and a deeply personalized approach that places each patient’s needs, outcomes, and quality of life at the forefront of care.
Beyond his clinical practice, Dr. Parsa holds multiple leadership and academic appointments, including Vice Chair of the Department of Surgery and Medical Director of the Stroke Program at Palmdale Regional Medical Center, and serves as an Associate Professor and Clinical Instructor for the Riverside University Neurosurgery Program. He is widely published, actively involved in research, and frequently invited to lecture on advanced surgical techniques and spine innovation. Through the NeuroSpine Institute, Dr. Parsa has built a reputation for delivering world-class care in an environment defined by trust, discretion, and excellence, while remaining deeply committed to education, mentorship, and the advancement of neurosurgical medicine.
Professional Experience
- Founder, President, CEO
July 2015 – Present
NeuroSpine Institute- Palmdale, CA
As founder of the NeuroSpine Institute, my mission goals are to provide evidence-based, patient centered, excellence to the delivery of neurosurgical care. - Complex and Minimally Invasive Spine Fellow
July 2014 – June 2015
Mayo Clinic - Jacksonville, FL
As a fellow in the world renowned Mayo Clinic, I was further trained in managing complex surgical spine cases. These included: revision surgery for failed back, complex adult degenerative deformity, spinal tumors and complex spinal trauma. I was also trained in minimally invasive techniques for spinal fusion and decompression. - Neurosurgery Resident
July 2009 – June 2014
Arrowhead Regional Medical Center – Colton, CA
As a neurosurgical resident in one of the busiest trauma centers in all of California, I was trained in all aspects of neurosurgical care that include brain surgery and spine surgery. I was also trained in minimally invasive brain surgery including the use of endoscopes and microscopes. - Neurosurgery Intern
July 2008 – June 2009
Arrowhead Regional Medical Center Behavioral Health – San Bernardino, CA
As a neurosurgical intern, I rotated through multiple surgical and medical services to become acquainted with other specialties and their relevance to neurosurgical care.
Education
- Western University, College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific
Doctor of Osteopathy: 2008 - The Pennsylvania State University, Eberly College of Science
Bachelors of Science: Life Science, 2004
Publications/Presentations/Research/Lecture Topics
- A Novel Technique for Harvesting Iliac Crest Bone Graft: 2015 (Submitted to Journal of Neurosurgery pending approval)
- The Use of Intraoperative 3Dimensional Image Guidance for Revision of Failed Minimally Invasive Sacro-Iliac Fusion: 2015
- Minimally Invasive Iliac Crest Bone Harvesting: 2014
- Neuren study: Randomized double blinded multicentered national prospective study on experimental drug for traumatic brain injury: 2009-current
- False Localization in Delayed Presentation of Ruptured Aneurysms: Series of Cases: 2014
- Correlation of contralateral subdural hygromas collection with age after craniectomies in traumatic brain injuries. 2013
- A Prospective Review of a Protocol for the Management of Lumbar Radiculopathy: 2013
- Review of the management of cervical spine trauma: 2013
- Predictive value of head CT scans for degree of ICP compared to true values of measured ICP: 2012-current
- Review of throracolumbar spine fractures' anatomy, pathophysiology and treatment: 2012
- Review of literature for use of anti epileptic medications in traumatic brain injury: 2012
- Review of peri-operative care of outpatient spine surgery: 2012
- Malignant meningioma infiltrating into extra cranial soft tissues: 2012
- Incidence of vertebral artery injuries with traumatic cervical spine subluxations: 2011
- Relationship of helmet use to type of closed injury and surgical intervention in skiing and snowboarding accidents: 2011
- Review of brain anatomy and physiology: 2010
- A case report of moyamoya and its current management: 2009
- A case report and review of cardiac manifestations Chagas disease: 2008
- Industrial falls: incidence, cost, and prevention: 2008
- Penetrating nail gun cardiac injury: 2008
- Case presentation of wound botulism: 2007
- Post-operative ileus: 2007
- Case report of evisceration of small bowel after blunt force trauma and review of congenital abdominal wall defects: 2004
Conference Appearances
- AANS/CNS: Peripheral Nerve and Spine Section: 2012, 2013
- Southern Neurosurgical Society: 2015
- Florida Neurosurgical Society: 2014
- Western Neurosurgical Society: 2012
- Annual Canadian Critical Care Conference: 2014
- OPTI West research conference: 2013
- American College of Osteopathic Surgeons: 2007, 2008, 2009, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014
- American College of Surgeons: 2006, 2008, 2011
- Arrowhead Regional Medical Center Yearly Research Conference: 2006-2009, 2011-2012
- Arrowhead Regional Medical Center Trauma Grand Rounds: 2012, 2013
- Desert Regional Medical Center Nursing Curriculum Lecture: 2012
- Kaiser Permanente Hospital Nursing Curriculum Lecture: 2010
Awards
- Resident of the year 2011-2012
- ACOS poster competition 2011 first place
- ACOS resident paper competition 2012 third place
Professional Organization Affiliation
- American College of Osteopathic Surgeons, 2008 - present
- American Osteopathic Association, 2008 - present
- North American Spine Society, 2014 - present
- Phi Beta Kappa, 2004 - present
- California Association of Neurological Surgeons, 2008 - present
- Osteopathic Physicians and Surgeons of California, 2010 - present
- San Bernardino Medical Society, 2012 - 2014
- American Medical Association, 2014- 2015
Extracurricular Activities
- Co-founder of Angel Minds (501c), non-profit charity organization with annual drives to help children, 2008-2014
- Travelled to ‘Tibet’, India to provide medical care to orphanage, monastry, and village, 2014
- Volunteered at Mayo Graduate Medical School: MedSchool 101, 2014
- Volunteered at Western University Latino Medical Student Association: Guest panel, 2014
- Volunteered with Non-profit organization: For Those In Need, 2014
- Annual contributor to Doctors Without Borders, 2006-2015
- Avid basketball fan and player, regular at adult leagues
- Enjoy strength training in free time
