Biography
Hazem Eltahawy, M.D., is boardcertified with fellowship training in spinal conditions and diseases including tumors that originate from or press on the brain, spinal cord and peripheral nerves. He treats patients and performs surgical procedures at MyMichigan Medical Center in Saginaw.
Philosophy of Care
Dr. Eltahawy was inspired to pursue medicine and neurosurgery because of his fascination with the nervous system. Specializing in spinal surgery, he carefully considers each patient’s symptoms, clinical findings and diagnostic imaging before determining treatment options.
“When caring for my patients, it’s essential to empower them with information about their condition and treatment options, and to participate in a shared decision-making process,” said Dr. Eltahawy. “It’s crucial for patients to feel confident in their decisions during a time when they are vulnerable to disease, pain and disability.”
He is deeply committed to providing every patient with the highest quality of personalized care, utilizing the safest and most advanced technology along with personalized treatment options, whether surgical or non-surgical, that will achieve the best possible outcomes and enhance quality of life.
Special Interests and Procedures
Dr. Eltahawy is experienced in managing complex spinal conditions including:
- Spinal tumors
- Cervical deformity
- Motion preservation surgical solutions for the spine such as artificial disc replacement or dynamic spinal stabilization
- Minimally invasive techniques such as endoscopic and advanced spinal navigation and robotics
- Revision lumbar and cervical spine surgery
- Thoracolumbar scoliosis and kyphosis
- Peripheral nerve tumors, injuries and compressions
- Neuromodulation for pain and movement disorders
He also collaborates with pain management physicians to offer surgical management of pain using technologies such as spinal cord or peripheral nerve stimulators. With an interest in clinical research, Dr. Eltahawy has been published in numerous books and peer reviewed journals.
Philosophy
“When caring for my patients, it’s essential to empower them with information about their condition and treatment options, and to participate in a shared decision-making process,” said Dr. Eltahawy. “It’s crucial for patients to feel confident in their decisions during a time when they are vulnerable to disease, pain and disability.”
