James Chandler

James Chandler is a Professor of Neurological Surgery at Northwestern University's Feinberg School of Medicine. He serves as Vice Chair for Clinical Affairs in the Department of Neurological Surgery and holds the Lavin/Fates Professorship. Dr. Chandler is affiliated with the Northwestern Brain Tumor Institute (NBTI), the Robert H. Lurie Comprehensive Cancer Center, and Northwestern Memorial Hospital.

• Affiliation: Northwestern University
• School: Feinberg School of Medicine
• Department: Department of Neurological Surgery
• Academic Rank: Professor

His research focuses on brain and spinal cord tumors, with emphasis on clinical trial development and treatment optimization. Publications highlight work on meningiomas, gliomas, and neurosurgical interventions for hemorrhagic complications in pregnancy. He collaborates extensively with oncology and medical research teams.

Scientific contributions include:

• Neuropathology of rare brain tumors
• Neurooncology clinical trials
• Neurosurgical treatment innovations

Dr. Chandler's work bridges clinical practice and translational research through partnerships with the NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center.