Bowers Neurosurgical Frailty and Outcomes Data Science Lab

Our research lab is led by Christian A. Bowers, MD FCNS. We work on developing predictive models based on frailty for patients undergoing neurosurgical procedures.

200

Peer-reviewed publications

>15

Lab members

>100

Conference presentations

Our Research

Welcome to the Bowers Neurosurgical Frailty and Outcomes Lab, where we are dedicated to advancing the field of neurosurgery by studying frailty and its impact on patient outcomes. We believe that our research will lead to improved outcomes and better patient care, and we are committed to making a positive difference in the lives of those affected by neurological conditions.

Meet the Team

Faculty

Christian A. Bowers, MD FCNS

Founder and Director

Department of Neurosurgery, Hurley Neurological Center, Hurley Medical Center, Flint, Michigan, USA Department of Neurosurgery, Henry Ford Health, Michigan State University Health Sciences, Michigan, USA

Sara G. M. Piccirillo, PhD

The Brain Tumor Translational Laboratory, Department of Cell Biology and Physiology, University of New Mexico Health Sciences Center, Albuquerque, New Mexico. University of New Mexico Comprehensive Cancer Center, Albuquerque, New Mexico.

Marc Moisi, MD FAANS FACS

Jeni Page, PhD APRN ACNP-BC

School of Nursing, University of Texas Medical Branch, 1114 Mechanic St, Galveston, TX, USA

James P. Caruso, MD

Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Los Angeles, California, USA

Students and Residents

We work with students and residents from across the globe.

Michael Covell, MD

Co-Director

Neurosurgery Resident

Borrow Neurological Institute, Phoenix, Arizona

Omar M. M. Mansoor

Co-Director

Medical Student

Alexandria University Faculty of Medicine - Alexandria, Egypt

Omar Sbaih, BS

Co-Director

Medical Student

Georgetown University School of Medicine - Washington, D.C.

Radhika Amin, BS

Co-Director

Medical Student

Georgetown University School of Medicine - Washington, D.C.

Sina Zoghi, MD

Neurosurgery Research Fellow

Shiraz University of Medical Sciences

Farzard Maroufi, MD

Neurosurgery Research Fellow

Johns Hopkins University

Gilberto Perez Rodriguez Garcia, MD

Neurosurgery Research Fellow

Stefan Prvulovic, BS

Medical Student

Georgetown University School of Medicine - Washington, D.C. Stefan Prvulovic is a first-year medical student in the class of 2027 at Georgetown University School of Medicine. Originally from Denville, New Jersey, Stefan completed his undergraduate studies at Tulane University, majoring in neuroscience and minoring in Public Health. Graduating Summa cum Laude and a member of the Phi Beta Kappa Honor Society, Stefan matriculated directly into medical school with strong commitment to his chosen path. Stefan's medical interests are expansive, ranging from tumor to spine neurosurgery. Committed to making a positive impact in the field, he actively serves as a student advocate and volunteer with the National Brain Tumor Society. Here, Stefan passionately advocates for patients' rights and strives for improved care for those dealing with glioblastoma. Outside the realm of medicine, Stefan finds balance through competitive tennis, the serenity of meditation, weight lifting, and cherished moments with family. With a dedication to excellence in his medical studies and a commitment to patient advocacy, Stefan aspires to contribute significantly to the field of neurosurgery.

Danisha Kumar

Medical Student

Dow Medical College, Dow University of Health Sciences, Pakistan

Matías Cosimano

Medical Student

University of Buenos Aires School of Medicine

Habiba Abdullahi, MD

Samit Sen

Medical Student

Bangalore Medical College & Research Institute

Alumni

Neha Aftab, MD

Internal Medicine Resident

University of Michigan - Sparrow

Joanna M. Roy, MD

Neurosurgery Resident

University of Illinois at Chicago

Shubhang Bhalla, MD

Pre-lim General Surgery Resident

Baylor College of Medicine

Javed Iqbal, MD

Aaron Segura

MS4

University of New Mexico

Carmelo Venero Jr. MD

Neurosurgery Resident

University of Connecticut

Pemla Jagtiani, MD

Neurosurgery Resident

Cooper Neurosurgery

Nithin Gupta, DO

Orthopedic Surgery Resident

Thomas Jefferson University

Chase Smitterberg, MD

MS4

Michigan State University

Brianna Theriault

Neurosurgery resident

Yale New Haven Health

Matthew Conlon

New York Medical College

John Vellek

New York Medical College

Julia Pazniakos

Neurosurgery resident

University of Colorado

Rachel Thommen

New York Medical College

Addi Moya

University of New Mexico