PEOPLE / LEADERSHIP

The people behind the questions.

A shared commitment to neurosurgical science, neuroanatomy, neurological recovery and clinical research.

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01 / LEADERSHIP
Portrait of Professor Ali Ghahreman01 / INSTITUTE DIRECTOR
DIRECTOR / NEUROSURGEON

Professor Ali Ghahreman

Professor Ghahreman is a consultant neurosurgeon with expertise in complex spine surgery, minimally invasive approaches and cranial neurosurgery. His research has contributed to understanding lumbar radicular pain, neurological recovery and outcomes following spinal intervention.

Professional portrait of Dr Jordan Piper02 / RESEARCH LEADERSHIP
DEPUTY DIRECTOR, RESEARCH & EDUCATION

Dr Jordan Piper

Dr Jordan Piper is a PhD-qualified neuroanatomist with a particular interest in clinically relevant anatomical and neuroscience research. His work focuses on clinical and surgical neuroanatomy, neuroimaging, and the application of anatomical knowledge to neurological disease and neurosurgical practice. He also works as a neurosurgical assistant to Professor Ali Ghahreman, bringing a direct clinical perspective to his academic research.

02 / INTERNS

Currently working under the supervision of Dr Jordan Piper.

  • Andy Cai
  • Nancy Oraham
  • Maryam Shmouil
  • Mary Diamond
  • Chris Mylonas
CLINICAL PRACTICE

Connecting research to patient care.

Professor Ghahreman’s clinical practice, Prime Neurosurgery, is a separate patient-facing neurosurgical service. Explore the practice for information about consultations and care.

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03 / OUR COMMUNITY

Collaboration extends beyond titles.

The institute's work is strengthened by the contributions of clinicians, students, researchers and collaborators.

As our activities grow, we seek to build a culture of rigorous enquiry, generous mentorship and shared responsibility for meaningful work.

Learn about collaboration