Dr. Aj Jackanich

Assistant Professor

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Biography

AJ Jackanich is a Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Emergency Medicine at the Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California. He has expertise in various neurological conditions and surgical procedures, contributing to multiple publications in renowned medical journals. His research interests include the clinical characteristics and management of silent corticotroph pituitary adenomas, the use of innovative human cadaveric models in surgery, and the neurologic outcomes associated with socio-economic factors in cases of aneurysmal subarachnoid hemorrhage. In addition to his focus on neurosurgery, Dr. Jackanich explores the effectiveness of Gamma Knife radiosurgery for trigeminal neuralgia and the development of perioperative protocols to enhance recovery in head and neck reconstructive surgery. He is involved in researching the clinical utility of routine postoperative monitoring to detect adrenal insufficiency following endoscopic transsphenoidal surgeries. His diverse research contributions aim to improve patient outcomes and advance surgical techniques.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Southern California

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
GRE General
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Math, or Hard Science
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Official transcripts
  • Personal Statement
  • Resume/CV
  • Letters of Recommendation (not required for MS CS, but allowed)
Specialization Notes

GRE is NOT required for Master's applicants for 2025-2026.