Xiaonan Sun, MD, PhD
- Neurosurgery
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About me
As a physician specializing in neurological conditions, it is fulfilling to help patients regain their independence and quality of life. I entered this field with the goal of assisting those impacted by neurological disabilities in returning to their daily activities, hobbies, and professions. For me, a successful outcome is when my patients can take care of themselves and enjoy life to the fullest extent possible.
I firmly believe that family and caregivers play a pivotal role in the healing process. I will spend as much time as needed with family members to address all their concerns and involve them in the care plan. I strive to provide comprehensive answers to all questions, and when I don't have an immediate answer, I research or consult with colleagues to find an answer in a timely manner.
The most rewarding aspect of my work is witnessing my patients experience functional restoration in their daily lives. To achieve this, I listen to your needs, present you with clear medical facts, share my assessment and recommendations, and guide you in making the best decisions for your health.
Specialties
- Neurosurgery
Areas of focus
- Functional neurosurgery
- Deep brain stimulation
- Parkinson's disease
- Essential tremor
- Epilepsy surgery
- Facial pain
- Trigeminal neuralgia
- Complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS)
- Neuropathic pain
- Stereotactic radiosurgery
- General adult neurosurgery
- Degenerative disorders of the spine
- Motion-preservation/disc replacement surgery
- Robotic-assisted surgery
Titles and faculty positions
- Assistant Professor of Surgery, Geisel School of Medicine, Dartmouth
View my Geisel School of Medicine profile
Year joined
- 2024
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Education
Medical school
- MD, Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, New Brunswick, NJ, 2015
Residency
- Neurosurgery, Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell, Hempstead, NY, 2022
Fellowship
- Function and Epilepsy Neurosurgery, Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center, Los Angeles, CA, 2023
Doctorate
- PhD, Princeton University, Princeton, NJ, 2013