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Michael L DiLuna is an Associate Professor of Neurosurgery and Pediatrics at Yale School of Medicine, serving as Chief of Pediatric Neurosurgery at Yale-New Haven Hospital since 2010. He completed his neurosurgical residency at Yale and a pediatric neurosurgery fellowship at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia.
- Education:
- MD, Yale University School of Medicine (2003)
- BS, Molecular Biophysics and Biochemistry, Yale College (1998)
Dr. DiLuna specializes in pediatric neurosurgery, treating conditions like brain/spinal tumors, craniofacial deformities, and spinal disorders while maintaining a general neurosurgery practice for adults. His research focuses on genetic factors in brain development and clinical outcomes analysis using national databases.
Recent publications highlight trends in pediatric spinal fusion readmissions, infection risks after tethered cord surgery, and healthcare disparities in neonatal neurosurgical care. He leads clinical trials for neurosurgical treatments and contributes to advancements in lumbocaval shunting techniques.
Scientific Recognition:
- American Board of Neurological Surgery Certification (2014)
- American Board of Pediatric Neurosurgery Certification (2016)
- Connecticut Magazine Top Docs (2015, 2016)
- Inclusion in 2023-2024 Yale Medicine Top Doctors Lists
As part of Yale's Brain Tumor Center, Fetal Care Center, and Spine Center, Dr. DiLuna collaborates with multidisciplinary teams including oncologists and social workers to optimize patient care and education.
