Umaru Barrie, MD, PhD
@MansaBarrie
Young black males could do anything. If you just give us a shot • ✊🏾 • MD-PhD UT Southwestern • Neurosurgery PGY1 NYU Langone • Refugee • 🇬🇳 🇸🇱 • NY • 🌍
When people ask: how difficult was your path? Remember, Just 22 years ago, I came to America I didn't know a word of English First generation Figuring out everything alone Now to get both MD & PhD The highest degrees Then go for neurosurgery I am blessed 🙏🏾 #MedTwitter #MDPhD

How does kidney function — and even BMI — shape outcomes after long-segment spinal fusion for adult spinal deformity? Our new study has important findings for surgical planning and patient safety. Read here: pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40279719/

Another great meeting with our NYU neurosurgery student research group—driven, curious and collaborative. We’re not just meeting goals; we’re exceeding them. Proud to see students pushing boundaries, getting published and shaping the future of neurosurgical research. Onward 🙌🏾

Curious about how patients and spine surgeons really feel about telemedicine? Our latest study explores satisfaction, barriers, and future potential in virtual spine care. Check out what we found: clear communication and time matter most. Read the study: pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40215617/

Congratulations to @CocoGauff for an amazing championship at the French Open — the first American singles champion at @RolandGarros in a decade. You make us all proud.
Welcome to the 'Roland-Garros champions' club, @CocoGauff 🏆 #RolandGarros
Check out our chapter on the new book "Musculoskeletal Pain" discussing non-operative back pain. Fantastic work by the team on getting this to the finish line. Thank you Dr. @SalahGAoun and Dr. Al Tamimi (@UTSWNeurosurg) for the mentorship. Link: link.springer.com/chapter/10.100…


Honored to be the recipient of the Shelly D. Timmons Leadership Award this year. Huge thank you to Dr. Timmons @sdtimmons, @NREFORG @WomenInNSGY @AANSNeuro and everyone who has supported me @NYUneurosurgery. Looking forward to it paying it forward!
Congratulations to Dr. Nora Kim @norakimmd for receiving the Shelly D. Timmons Leadership Award and Dr. Sophie Yang for receiving the Sherry Apple Award. We also celebrate @anna_kimata and @Kathleen_NSGY for receiving the Karin M. Muraszco Award.
Tension pneumosella is an uncommon but important complication following endoscopic endonasal surgery. We conducted a systematic review to guide identification, management, and prevention. Great work Nicolai; thanks for hard work team! Read the study: pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40253837/


Harvard has set an example for other higher-ed institutions – rejecting an unlawful and ham-handed attempt to stifle academic freedom, while taking concrete steps to make sure all students at Harvard can benefit from an environment of intellectual inquiry, rigorous debate and…
“No government—regardless of which party is in power—should dictate what private universities can teach, whom they can admit and hire, and which areas of study and inquiry they can pursue.” - President Alan Garber hrvd.me/GarberRespond3…
In honor of World Neurosurgeons’ Day, celebrated on April 8th, we invite you to check out our recent paper on Dr. Harvey Cushing the "father of modern neurosurgery". A tribute to the pioneers who shaped neurosurgery—and the work still ahead. pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39732453/



Always looking forward to speaking with students — their questions, energy, and curiosity remind me why I started and continue on this long journey in the first place. See yall Monday at 8PM EST on Zoom 📍🙏🏾

My guy @jordankenfackmd 📍
Came to this country not knowing a word of English. Worked countless jobs over the years- cart pusher, personal shopper @Walmart , @lyft @Uber driver, server @Schlotzskys . Today, I found out I matched & will be a Harvard-trained doctor. This one is for the dreamers. #Match2025
Congratulations to our students and scholars who matched! Your hard work and dedication have paid off. We’re so proud of you and excited for the journey ahead! 🎉 #Matched #FutureLeaders
Quadrigeminal arachnoid cysts can lead to serious complications, yet neuroendoscopic treatment remains underutilized in resource-limited settings. Our review explores management, outcomes, and the potential of minimally invasive approaches. Read more: link.springer.com/article/10.100…


