Joseph C. Maroon, MD, FACS

Dr. Joseph Maroon is Professor and Vice Chairman of the Department of Neurosurgery at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center. He is the consultant neurosurgeon for the Pittsburgh Steelers and 8 time Hawaiin Ironman Championship Triathlete. His research interests include the development of minimally invasive surgical procedures for the brain, orbit and spine; traumatic brain injuries; and diseases related to aging. Presently is involved with clinical trials with novel immunotherapeutic approach to cancer and new diagnostic and therapeutic approach for Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, and chronic traumatic encephalopathy.