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Danny Mendelsohn

MD, MSc, FRCSC

Spine

A highly regarded neurosurgeon—known for minimally invasive spine surgery—specializing in comprehensive care of the brain, neck and back with 8 years of experience.

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Vancouver, BC

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Consults virtually & in-person

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Sees adults

English

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Procedural expertise

About

At the Rapid Access Spine Clinic and his private office in North Vancouver, Dr. Mendelsohn sees over 1000 new patients each year. He has operating privileges at several facilities in the lower mainland and is part of the Division of Neurosurgery at Lion's Gate Hospital. Areas of expertise include minimally invasive spine-surgery, back pain, sciatica, spinal degeneration, neurotrauma and brain tumours.

His private practice focuses on orthopedic spine procedures such as

  • cervical and lumbar spinal fusions
  • cervical and lumber decompression
  • cervical disc replacement
  • lumbar discectomy
  • minimally invasive spine surgery

Dr. Mendelsohn studied Neurosciences at Dalhousie University and obtained a Master's of Neuroscience investigating neurotransmitters' role in cognition. After graduating from the Schulich School of Medicine, Dr. Mendelsohn completed a Neurosurgery Residency at the University of British Columbia. He has published peer-reviewed research in the field of neurosciences, medical education, and spine surgery. 

Qualifications

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Advanced training

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Training & credentials

  • Neurosurgery Residency, University of British Columbia, 2017
    • Served as Chief Resident
    • Comprehensive 6 year program
  • MD, University of Western Ontario, 2011
  • Master of Science, Neuroscience, Dalhousie University, 2007
  • Bachelor of Science, Neuroscience, Dalhousie University, 2005
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Career highlights

  • Neurosurgeon, Private Practice, New Westminster Surgical Centre
  • Staff Surgeon, Lions Gate Hospital, 2017 - Present
  • Clinical Instructor, Division of Neurosurgery, University of British Columbia, 2017 - Present
  • 25 peer-reviewed papers on diverse topics including neuroethics, patient safety, physician wellness, and basic neuroscience
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Memberships

  • Royal College of Physicians & Surgeons
  • Vice President, Consultant Specialists of BC
  • Board of Directors, Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada

Sees patients at:

New Westminster Surgical Centre

223 Nelson's Crescent #501a,
New Westminster, BC V3L 0E4, Canada

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