Director, Texas Brain and Spine Institute
Adjunct Professor of Surgery, Neuroscience, and Experimental Therapeutics
Texas A&M Health Science Center, College of Medicine
Regional Associate Chair of Surgery – Bryan/College Station Campus
Texas A&M Health Science Center, College of Medicine
Dr. Jonathan Friedman treats patients with both brain and spine diseases. Dr. Friedman trained at the Mayo Clinic, in Rochester MN. He then joined the faculty at Dartmouth Medical School in New Hampshire, where he specialized in cerebrovascular and skull base surgery, and was co-director of the stroke program. At the TBSI, Dr. Friedman continues to specialize in complex brain surgery, as well as performing the full spectrum of spine surgery.
Dr. Friedman is active in research and collaborates with other faculty of the TAMHSC College of Medicine in ongoing research studies. Dr. Friedman is active in national neurosurgical organizations, and lectures regularly at national neurosurgical meetings.
Specialties/Diseases treated: Aneurysms, vascular malformations, carotid disease, intracranial hemorrhage, brain tumors, acoustic neuromas, trigeminal neuralgia, cervical and lumbar stenosis, cervical and lumbar disc disease, traumatic brain injury, hydrocephalus.
For more information on Dr. Friedman’s experience and interests, please see his Curriculum Vitae.
Associate Professor
Department of Neuroscience and Experimental Therapeutics
Texas A&M Health Science Center, College of Medicine
Associate Professor
Department of Surgery
Texas A&M Health Science Center, College of Medicine
Dr. White joined the Texas Brain and Spine Institute in 2008. He practices general neurosurgery as well as endovascular neurosurgery. He completed both a neurosurgical training program and endovascular fellowship at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota. While at the Mayo Clinic, Dr. White served as Assistant Professor in the department of Physiology and Biomedical Engineering.
Dr. White earned a bachelor’s degree in Biology and Political Science at Birmingham-Southern College. He then attended the University of Alabama in Birmingham where he received his M.D. degree and Ph.D. degree in Physiology and Biophysics. He has also completed a Master’s in Business Administration and a Master’s in Finance.
In addition to his neurosurgical practice, Dr. White enjoys the educational and research opportunities afforded by his affiliation with the Texas A&M Health Science Center. He is a member of several state, regional, and national neurosurgical and medical organizations. He also serves as Trustee on several Boards for local and state healthcare organizations. Outside of work, he enjoys travel, running, and spending time with his wife and 4 children.
Surgical Specialties/Diseases Treated (Brain and Spine):
Neurosurgical Therapy: Aneurysms; vascular malformations; carotid artery disease; intracranial hemorrhage; brain tumors; cervical and lumbar stenosis; cervical and lumbar disc disease; traumatic brain injury; hydrocephalus.
Endovascular Therapy: Coiling of aneurysms; carotid and vertebral artery angioplasty and stenting; intracranial angioplasty and stenting; particle and liquid embolization of tumors, vascular malformations, and epistaxis; ischemic stroke therapy.
For more information on Dr. White’s experience and interests, please see his Curriculum Vitae.
Dr. Jason Hoover went to medical school at Texas Tech Health Science Center School of Medicine in Lubbock, Texas. There he was recognized for academic excellence with nomination to Alpha Omega Alpha and graduated near the top of his class. Dr. Hoover was mentored by Dr. Alan Kaye where he was active in research. He then went to Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota where he completed a seven year residency in neurosurgery. While at Mayo Clinic, he garnered awards recognizing his commitment to patients, education, and research. Dr. Hoover is dedicated to providing the best care to his patients and is trained in numerous aspects of neurosurgery, allowing for a comprehensive practice.
He specializes in a full spectrum of cranial and spinal disease including epilepsy, neurodegenerative and spinal degenerative disease, tumor, trauma, and hydrocephalus, to name a few. Dr. Hoover’s position with the Texas Brain and Spine Institute allows him to continue his passion of teaching medical students at Texas A&M Health Science Center College of Medicine. This position also affords the opportunity to continue pursuing clinical research endeavors. Dr. Hoover is married with three children and they enjoy fitness and travelling. He and his family love Texas and are excited to call Bryan/College Station “home.”
For more information on Dr. Hoover’s experience and interests, please see his Curriculum Vitae.
Victoria Davis is a Texas native. She graduated from Texas A&M University with a B.S. in Health & Kinesiology and minors in Spanish and Psychology. Prior to PA school, she worked as a scribe in the emergency department at St. Joseph Regional Hospital in Bryan, TX. She went on to attend University of North Texas Health Science Center (UNTHSC) and graduated with a Masters in Physician Assistant Studies. Surgical specialties peaked her interest during her clinical rotations. In her pursuit to learn more about the perplexities of brain and spinal conditions, she accepted her current role as a Neurosurgical PA. She divides her time between evaluating patients in clinic and acting as Dr. Hoover’s first assist during surgery. As an Aggie, she is happy to call the Brazos Valley “home”. In her free time, she enjoys traveling, hiking, and live music events.
