Dr. David Lawrence Masel is a renowned and empathetic spine and brain surgeon, celebrated for his exceptional clinical skills and compassionate patient care. Born in New York, Dr. Masel dedicated his life to advancing neurosurgery, particularly spine and brain health. Dr. Masel earned his Bachelor of Science from Emory University in 1981 and his Doctor of Medicine from Emory University School of Medicine in 1985. He completed his neurosurgery residency at Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit, Michigan. Dr. Masel's career includes roles at Lackland Airforce Base, Neuroscience Association of New York, and private practice in El Paso, Texas. He served as a staff neurosurgeon at North Oaks Health System in Louisiana and Frisco Spine, PA in Plano, Texas. Since 2024, Dr. Masel has been a key figure at Advanced Healthcare Clinics in Plano, Texas. Dr. Masel is certified by the National Board of Medical Examiners and the American Board of Neurological Surgery. He is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons and the American Association of Neurological Surgeons. Dr. Masel has advanced training in spinal endoscopy, Leksell Gamma Knife radiosurgery, minimally invasive spine surgery, and artificial disc replacement, keeping him at the forefront of neurosurgical innovation. He has contributed to numerous publications and presentations, sharing his knowledge on brain oxidative metabolism, cerebrospinal fluid fistula repair, and vertebral compression fracture treatments. Dr. David Lawrence Masel's career is distinguished by his dedication to patient care, surgical excellence, and continuous professional development. His empathetic approach and expertise make him a trusted leader in spine and brain surgery.

Education & experience

Education

Medical School - Emory University School of Medicine, Doctor of Medicine

Emory University (Bachelor's)

Henry Ford Hospital, Residency in Neurosurgery

Practice

AHC

Certifications

American Board of Neurological Surgery

Professional memberships

American College of Surgeons

American Association of Neurological Surgeons

American Medical Association

Awards and publications

Masel, David L. "Cystic Meningiomas" in Meningiomas and their Surgical Management. H. Schmidek (ed.) W.B. Saunders, CO 1991.

Masel, DI, Morgan, J. Ausman, J.I. Intramedullary Spinal Cord Hemangioblastoma Presenting With Subarachnoid Hemorrhage. Submitted to Surgical Neurology.

Rock, J., Masel, D., Schmidek H. "Alternate Surgical Approaches: Infratentorial Procedures" in Brain Surgery Complication Avoidance and Management. M. Apuzzo (ed.) Churchill, Livingstone, Inc. 1992.

Background

Languages spoken

English

Gender

Male

NPI number

#1417937426

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4.79

Wait time

4.67

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5.00

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What practice does Dr. David Masel work with?

Dr. David Masel works with AHC.

Where is Dr. David Masel's office located?

Dr. David Masel's office is located at 6101 Windhaven Pkwy, Plano, TX 75093.

Which board certifications does Dr. David Masel have?

Dr. David Masel is certified by American Board of Neurological Surgery.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. David Masel?

Dr. David Masel frequently sees patients for Back Pain, Back Problems, Migraine, Neurosurgery Consultation, and Spine Deformation / Scoliosis . You can see other visit reasons for Dr. David Masel on their profile.

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Dr. David Masel speaks English.

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33 patients have reviewed Dr. David Masel. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.79/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.67/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.

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