Dr. Viviane S. Tabar, MD, is an internationally recognized neurosurgeon and physician-scientist specializing in the surgical treatment of primary brain tumors and skull base disorders. She serves as Chair of the Department of Neurosurgery and holds the Theresa C. Feng Chair in Neurosurgical Oncology at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center. Dr. Tabar earned her medical degree from the American University of Beirut and completed her neurosurgery residency at the University of Massachusetts, followed by advanced fellowship training in neurosurgical oncology at Memorial Sloan Kettering. She is board-certified in Neurological Surgery and is widely known for her leadership in complex cranial surgery and translational neuroscience.
A pioneer in neurosurgical oncology, Dr. Tabar has led the development of minimally invasive approaches for resecting brain tumors and is an expert in intraoperative brain mapping for the preservation of neurologic function. She has played a central role in establishing the Multidisciplinary Pituitary and Skull Base Tumor Center at MSK, and her clinical expertise includes the management of gliomas, meningiomas, pituitary tumors, and brain metastases. In parallel with her surgical work, Dr. Tabar directs a laboratory that investigates neural stem cells, brain tumor biology, and regenerative strategies for radiation-induced brain injury. Her research has been published in leading journals and has shaped the understanding of tumor heterogeneity and the neural microenvironment.
In addition to her clinical and scientific contributions, Dr. Tabar is a dedicated educator and mentor. She leads educational programs for residents and fellows in neurosurgery and is actively involved in the academic development of early-career physician-scientists. Her achievements have been recognized through election to the National Academy of Medicine and the American Society for Clinical Investigation. She is a frequent speaker at international meetings and has held leadership roles in major professional organizations. Through her integrated approach to patient care, research, and academic mentorship, Dr. Viviane Tabar continues to advance the field of neurosurgical oncology and improve outcomes for patients with brain tumors.
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