Ali A. Baaj MD
@AliBaajMD
Spine Neurosurgeon | Professor & Vice-Chair for Int’l Outreach | Director of Technology, Innovation, & Fellowship Programs in Spine Surgery | Northwestern
One position remains open for the 2027-2028 clinical spine fellowship with #NWSpine @NeurosurgeryNM. Superb training with outstanding neuro/ortho faculty. Deformity/Onc/MIS Degen heavy. Top rated institution @NorthwesternMed. World-class city #Chicago. IMGs welcome.
Join us in welcoming Ali A. Baaj, MD (@AliBaajMD) to @NorthwesternMed! Dr. Baaj is a board-certified #neurosurgeon with advanced training and expertise in complex #SpineSurgery. He has a particular focus on using less invasive techniques and technology, including…
Clinical Spine Surgery Fellowship Program : Department of Neurological Surgery: Feinberg School of Medicine. @NeurosurgeryNM #NWSpine feinberg.northwestern.edu/sites/neurosur…
Looking forward to hosting Dr. Nikki Keefe from @UNCRadiology & Dr. Majid Khan from @Hopkins_Rad on @virtualspine ! They will be discussing cutting edge interventional management options for spinal tumors nam12.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%… @UNCRadiology @Hopkins_Rad @UNCneurosurgery
A brilliant team.
Meet our exceptional Stanford Spine team! With 13 dedicated spine surgeons across multiple Bay Area locations including Redwood City, Palo Alto, Pleasanton, Emeryville, and Los Gatos, world-class spine care is more accessible than ever. stanfordhealthcare.org/medical-clinic…
One position remains open for the 2027-2028 clinical spine fellowship with #NWSpine @NeurosurgeryNM. Superb training with outstanding neuro/ortho faculty. Deformity/Onc/MIS Degen heavy. Top rated institution @NorthwesternMed. World-class city #Chicago. IMGs welcome.
please ALSO consider submitting a peripheral nerve manuscript to WFNS Journal Special Issue in David Kline’s honor. Deadline Jan 1st 2026. Long live his legacy.
Did you know peripheral nerve injury affects 13-23 per 1,000,000 people? Dr. David Kline’s legacy in peripheral nerve surgery lives on through his HYMF, supporting research, education & clinical science in this critical subspecialty. Give today: ow.ly/3SoB50Wpaoe
It’s truly a distinct privilege to have a peripheral nerve expert as a fellow partner. Dr. Kevin Swong is one of the few neurosurgeons nationwide with expertise in restoring function with brachial plexus and peripheral nerve reconstruction after spinal cord injury.. This is a…
Congrats to the institutions awarded 2025–26 NREF Clinical Fellowship Grants! Thanks to our partners for helping shape the future of neurosurgery. 2026–27 applications open Sept. 1: ow.ly/bezY50Wojme #MedTwitter #MedEd #donate
The recording of our recent session on Decompression and Fusion of the Cervical Spine is now on #YouTube! A must-watch for medical students, residents, and fellows interested in #spine #surgery. Share with colleagues who might find it helpful! 🔁🔁 youtube.com/watch?v=LDS1Sb…
IMAST 2026 | Abstract Submissions Now Open! This year's meeting theme is "The Future of Spine: Driving Innovation & Cultivating Leadership". #SRS #SRSIMAST26 #ScoliosisResearch Submit an abstract: srs.org/imast26
Registration for Spine Deformity Solutions: A Hands-On Course in Hong Kong from October 10-12, 2025 is OPEN! #SRS #SpineCourse #ScoliosisResearch Register now: srs.org/Meetings-Confe…
An amazing skull base neurosurgeon at @NeurosurgeryNM.
Neurosurgeon Stephen Magill, MD, PhD, leads a panel discussion on the management of tumors that compress the optic nerve. along with Preeti Thyparampil, MD, a plastic and reconstructive surgeon, and Adam Baim, MD, a neuro-ophthalmologist. @NeurosurgeryNM @NUFeinbergMed…
A fresh set of books just arrived for our residents & fellows! Looking forward to the book signing at the annual @CNS_Update meeting in Los Angeles this fall. [Disclosure: All personal net proceeds are redirected for research & philanthropy]
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Thank you to the wonderful team at @AbilityLab in Chicago - The best rehabilitation hospital in the U.S. - for the tour. Excited for our partnership in neuro rehab. @NeurosurgeryNM @NorthwesternMed
Making an impact in healthcare both near and far. @NeurosurgeryNM @NorthwesternMed
New job, new pic - same unwavering commitment to education, research, training, and world-class neurosurgical patient care. @NeurosurgeryNM | Chicago
A spectacular team all around. @NeurosurgeryNM
Every great team starts with great leadership. Honored to stand beside our chair of neurosurgery, Dr Lesniak — a mentor, a visionary, and a force in the field.
Always excited for the annual @SRS_org meeting!
Registration for the 60th Annual Meeting in Charlotte, North Carolina, USA, is still open! #SRS #SRSAM25 #AM25 #SRSAnnualMeeting #Charlotte #ScoliosisResearch Register now: srs.org/am25
Colleagues: I’m beyond excited to announce my upcoming collaboration with Springer Publishing Co. to compile a text titled "American Healthcare Abroad: Strategic Management and Organizational Models in Overseas Clinical Ventures." This new and unique work will delve into the…
76 yo F with a history of dystonia s/p DBS and cervical fusion. Osteoporosis treated with 2 years of Forteo, transitioned to Prolia. Progressive back and leg pain. 4/5 RLE distally. What would you offer here?