Dr. Issam Awad

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Biography

Issam Awad is a tenured professor at the University of Chicago in the Department of Neurological Surgery, leading the Neurovascular Surgery Program since 2010. Recognized as a prominent figure in the field, he has served in key positions such as the Chairman of the Joint Cerebrovascular Section of the American Association of Neurological Surgeons and has directed the Annual Course on Research Update in Neuroscience for over 25 years. He has also held the presidency of the Congress of Neurological Surgeons. Dr. Awad is a founding past-president of the World Association of Lebanese Neurosurgeons and has contributed significantly to neurosurgical education. His research focuses on neurovascular diseases, including the molecular mechanisms and biomarkers of cavernous angiomas and innovations in treating hemorrhagic strokes. With over 400 scientific papers and multiple books, his work is highly cited within the research community, indicating significant impact in his areas of expertise. His research has been continuously funded by the National Institutes of Health since 1998, reflecting his ongoing commitment to advancing knowledge and clinical practices in neurosurgery.

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Experience

Professor

2010-01-01 — Present

University of Chicago • Chicago, IL

Lead Neurovascular Surgery Program at the University of Chicago Medicine.

Requirements for University of Chicago

Doctorate Program
Requirements
TOEFL
Listening
Required:26
Reading
Required:26
Writing
Required:26
Speaking
Required:26
Total
Required:104
IELTS
Listening
Required:7
Reading
Required:7
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
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Department of Philosophy