Dr. Peleg Horowitz, MD, PhD

Dr. Peleg Horowitz, MD, PhD

Neurosurgeon

At a glance

5.00 stars (7 reviews)
100% are satisfied with this provider ·
Works at University of Chicago Medicine Hyde Park
Affiliated with The University of Chicago Medical Center
Speaks English and Hebrew
5.00
7 reviews
Bedside manner
5.0
Wait time
4.7

Recent reviews

Dr. Horowitz took the time to explain his findings and answer any questions. His staff was helpful as well.
I was seen in a timely manner and Dr. Horowitz explained my condition with clarity so I can understand my situation and make my decision on further treatment.
Verified patient

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Areas of expertise

This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.
Craniotomy
Craniotomy

Other popular visit reasons

Brain Tumor Evaluation
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Headache
Hematoma (Post Head Injury)
Neck Surgery Consultation
Neurosurgery Consultation
Pituitary Tumor / Prolactinoma
Vertigo
Brain Tumor Evaluation
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Headache
Hematoma (Post Head Injury)

More about Dr. Peleg Horowitz, MD, PhD

*** This clinic does not accept self-pay patients. *** Peleg M. Horowitz, MD, PhD, is a neurosurgeon with expertise in brain tumors and skull base tumors. He provides multidisciplinary care as a member of the neuro-oncology and skull base tumor teams. Dr. Horowitz uses endoscopic and open surgical approaches to the skull base, including advanced stereotactic and 3-D surgical planning for operative treatment and radiosurgery of both benign and malignant brain tumors. In addition to his specialization in neurosurgical oncology, he also provides general neurosurgical care, treating patients with a wide range of conditions, including hydrocephalus, head trauma, and spine pathology in adults and children. Dr. Horowitz conducts clinical and basic science research, with emphasis on the genetics of brain and skull base tumors. His scholarly work has focused on the pathogenesis and management of nervous system tumors and on the genetic characterization of tumors, controversies in current management and decision-making, surgical technique and complication avoidance. His research on tumor genetics has been published in Nature Genetics and Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, and identified several novel genes that drive the formation of meningiomas and pediatric gliomas. His research has been funded by the Brain Science Foundation and the Department of Defense Neurofibromatosis Research Program. In order to best serve you, please remember to provide your unique member ID number on your insurance card for your appointment. If this is not provided, you may expect a call from our office to get that information prior to your appointment so we can verify your benefits. We look forward to seeing you.

Education & experience

Education

Medical School - Northwestern University, Doctor of Medicine
Harvard University, Brigham and Women's Hospital, Children's Hospital Boston, Internship in General Surgery
Harvard University, Brigham and Women's Hospital, Children's Hospital Boston, Residency in Neurosurgery
The University of Texas, MD Anderson Cancer Center, Fellowship in Neurosurgical Oncology and Skull Base
Northwestern University (Bachelor's)
Northwestern University, PhD in Neuroscience

Practice

University of Chicago Medicine Hyde Park

Affiliation

The University of Chicago Medical Center

Professional memberships

American Association of Neurological Surgeons
Congress of Neurological Surgeons
Society of Neurological Surgeons

Awards and publications

Dr. Horowitz research on tumor genetics has been published in Nature Genetics and Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences
Dr. Horowitz identified several novel genes that drive the formation of meningiomas and pediatric gliomas

Background

Languages spoken

English
Hebrew

Gender

Male

NPI number

#1003088279

Peleg Horowitz does not participate in Zocdoc to offer online booking at this time

Patient reviews

All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
5.00
Wait time
4.71
Bedside manner
5.00
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7 reviews
Most relevant
Dr. Horowitz took the time to explain his findings and answer any questions. His staff was helpful as well.
Doctor has a great bedside maner, he has taken great care of me. I would recommend him to anyone.
Very informative. The doctor helped me understand what was going on with me.
Excellent!
I was seen in a timely manner and Dr. Horowitz explained my condition with clarity so I can understand my situation and make my decision on further treatment.
Verified patient
The doctor is great. He is very informative.
Always good.
Frequently asked questions

Which hospital is Dr. Peleg Horowitz affiliated with?

Dr. Peleg Horowitz is affiliated with The University of Chicago Medical Center.

What practice does Dr. Peleg Horowitz work with?

Dr. Peleg Horowitz works with University of Chicago Medicine Hyde Park.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Peleg Horowitz?

Dr. Peleg Horowitz frequently sees patients for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Headache, Neck Surgery Consultation, Neurosurgery Consultation, and Vertigo. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Peleg Horowitz on their profile.

What languages does Dr. Peleg Horowitz speak?

Dr. Peleg Horowitz speaks English and Hebrew.

How do patients rate Dr. Peleg Horowitz in reviews?

7 patients have reviewed Dr. Peleg Horowitz. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.71/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.

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