A focus on the least invasive and most technically advanced treatment options for our patients
Greater Baltimore Neurosurgical Associates provides a broad spectrum of care for people with brain and spine disorders, diseases, injuries and back and neck pain incorporating non-surgical and surgical treatments and services.The mission of Greater Baltimore Neurosurgical Associates is to relieve the pain and anxiety we know our patients feel and return them to the life they want to live. We accomplish that by using the most advanced surgical technologies and treating our patients and their family members with exceptional personal care. We also accomplish our mission by reaching out to the medical community in sharing neuro-scientific knowledge and techniques.
Our Team
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6535 N Charles St Ste 600 , Towson, MD, 21204
(443) 849-4270$Bimal Rami, MD, FAANS, is the Director of Neurosurgery at GBMC Health Partners Neurosurgery. Dr. Rami earned his Doctor of Medicine degree from the University of Maryland School of Medicine and completed his residency in the University of Maryland Medical System. He is a fellow of the R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center/University of Maryland Medical Center. Dr. Rami is committed to providing the most advanced surgical care and utilizes the latest minimally invasive techniques and motion sparing alternatives to lumbar and cervical pathology.
Bimal Rami, MD, FAANS
Bimal Rami, MD, FAANS
Bimal Rami, MD, FAANS
Director of Neurosurgery
Neurological Surgery
Bimal Rami, MD, FAANS
Director of Neurosurgery
Neurological Surgery
6535 N Charles St Ste 600 , Towson, MD, 21204
(443) 849-4270$Mark Iguchi, MD, FAANS, is a neurological surgeon with Greater Baltimore Neurological Associates. He earned his Doctor of Medicine degree from the Medical College of Wisconsin and completed his residency in neurological surgery at the University of Maryland Medical Center. Prior to his career in medicine, Dr. Iguchi worked in the finance industry.
Mark H. Iguchi, MD, FAANS
Mark H. Iguchi, MD, FAANS
Mark H. Iguchi, MD, FAANS
Neurological Surgery
Mark H. Iguchi, MD, FAANS
Neurological Surgery
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$Alyssa Barbush, PA-C, is a physician assistant at the Greater Baltimore Neurosurgical Associates. Ms. Barbush earned her Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies from the Pace University/Lenox Hill Hospital Physician Assistant Program in New York, New York. Prior to her role at GBMC, she served in the gynecologic oncology department at Johns Hopkins Hospital and as a surgical physician assistant at Harbor Hospital in Baltimore, Maryland.
Alyssa M. Barbush, PA-C
Alyssa M. Barbush, PA-C
Alyssa M. Barbush, PA-C
Neurological Surgery
Alyssa M. Barbush, PA-C
Neurological Surgery
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$Vincent A. Bottaro, PA-C, is a physician assistant at GBMC Health Partners Neurosurgery. He earned his Master of Medical Science Degree from Arcadia University, where he completed the Physician Assistant Program. Mr. Bottaro is certified through the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA). Prior to his role at GBMC, he served as a physician assistant at Pinnacle Health Neurosurgery in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania.
Vincent A. Bottaro, PA-C
Vincent A. Bottaro, PA-C
Vincent A. Bottaro, PA-C
Neurological Surgery
Vincent A. Bottaro, PA-C
Neurological Surgery
Our Services
Greater Baltimore Neurosurgical Associates have devised individualized treatment for a wide range of conditions including:
Back and Spine Conditions:
Back and Spine Conditions:
- Arthritis of the spine and back
- Cancer of the spine
- Degenerated disc
- Fractures of the spine
- Herniated disc of the spine
- Herniated disc in the neck (the cervical spine)
- Lumbar spine problems, especially chronic degeneration of the spine
- Pinched nerve caused by bone spurs in the neck
- Sciatica radiculopathy (a radiating pain in the hip caused by a problem with the nerve roots)
- Spinal cord injuries
- Spinal nerve compression
- Back pain
- Brain tumors
- Head injuries
- Head and neck pain
- Hemorrhage, hematoma (blood clot), or swelling affecting the brain
- Nerve entrapment syndromes, including Carpal Tunnel
- Peripheral nerve injuries
Patient Forms and Resources
Your First Appointment
Motor Vehicle Injuries and Worker's Compensation
Please be sure to mention if you are being seen as a Worker's Compensation Patient or if you were injured as a result of a motor vehicle accident. Specific paperwork is required which may delay your care if not properly obtained.
Prior X-Ray, CT Scans, MRIs
Please bring your most recent X-Rays, CT Scans or MRIs and the typed report. We request that you bring films-- not a CD of your images.
Insurance Plans
Please inform our staff of your insurance plan when you call. If your insurance plan requires that you have a referral, please contact your primary care doctor's office to obtain one. Our staff will assist you in determining whether or not you need a referral. We are required to collect co-pays at the time of your visit.
During Your Visit
We ask that you fill out a new patient registration form, or confirm your existing information if you have been to our center before. You may bring someone with you into our exam room. Our nursing staff will escort you and your family member or visitor back to our examination rooms where we will conduct a thorough evaluation of your condition. At the end of your evaluation, our physicians will review treatment options and help you understand why you are experiencing the pain or symptoms you have.
Please be sure to mention if you are being seen as a Worker's Compensation Patient or if you were injured as a result of a motor vehicle accident. Specific paperwork is required which may delay your care if not properly obtained.
Prior X-Ray, CT Scans, MRIs
Please bring your most recent X-Rays, CT Scans or MRIs and the typed report. We request that you bring films-- not a CD of your images.
Insurance Plans
Please inform our staff of your insurance plan when you call. If your insurance plan requires that you have a referral, please contact your primary care doctor's office to obtain one. Our staff will assist you in determining whether or not you need a referral. We are required to collect co-pays at the time of your visit.
During Your Visit
We ask that you fill out a new patient registration form, or confirm your existing information if you have been to our center before. You may bring someone with you into our exam room. Our nursing staff will escort you and your family member or visitor back to our examination rooms where we will conduct a thorough evaluation of your condition. At the end of your evaluation, our physicians will review treatment options and help you understand why you are experiencing the pain or symptoms you have.
Stories & Articles
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Dr. Bimal Rami, director of Neurosciences and chief of Neurosurgery, talks about the signs and symptoms of a brain aneurysm.
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Dr. Bimal Rami, the chief of neurosurgery at GBMC, discusses way to deal with various back pains.
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