Department of Neurological Surgery

FACULTY

Robert S. Bakos, MD

Associate Professor

Contact Information:

125 Lattimore Rd. Suite 180
Rochester, NY 14620
Phone: (585) 473-9024
Fax: (585) 473-2668
Robert_Bakos@urmc.rochester.edu

Dr. Bakos earned his medical degree from St. Louis University, and completed residencies in general surgery and neurosurgery at Strong Memorial Hospital. Bakos is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgeons (since 1981) and has had a busy general practice in the Rochester community since 1977.

His research interests include the use of power spectral analysis in the study of Cervico-Medullary Compression in Chiari malformations, and the use of radiation therapy for tumors in the Pineal region.

At the University, Bakos will focus on the neurosurgical management of pain, and will provide services to the University of Rochester's Pain Treatment Clinic. In addition, Bakos will continue with his general neurosurgical practice. He will practice at Strong, Genesee Hospital, and Highland Hospital.

Faculty Rank:

Associate Professor

Medical School:

St. Louis University

Residency:

Strong Memorial Hospital

Certifications:

American Board of Neurological Surgery

Special Interests:

Surgical management of pain
Stereotactic Neurosurgery
Linac Radiosurgery
Functional stereotactic surgery for Parkinson's Disease patients
Microelectrode recordings and deep brain stimulators

Philosophy of Care:

Extending the scientific boundaries of stereotactic neurosurgery to improve the quality of life for all patients suffering from diseases of the nervous system