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Marcus L. Ware, MD, PhD, MMM

Neurosurgery
Accepting New Patients
Marcus L. Ware, MD, PhD, MMM
4.9 of 5 Stars
Based on 62 Patient Verified Ratings
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Marcus L. Ware, MD, PhD, MMM

Neurosurgery
Accepting New Patients
Primary Location
Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans
1514 Jefferson Hwy
New Orleans, LA 70121
Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans
1514 Jefferson Hwy
New Orleans, LA 70121
Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans
1514 Jefferson Hwy
New Orleans, LA 70121
120 Ochsner Blvd, Suite 440
Gretna, LA 70056

Biography

Dr. Marcus L. Ware is a neurosurgeon with a focus in brain and spinal tumors at Ochsner MD Anderson Cancer Center. He specializes in the surgical treatment of primary and metastatic brain tumors, with an emphasis on gliomas, meningiomas, pituitary tumors and other skull base tumors. He also treats spinal tumors and tumors in the brainstem and eloquent cortex using sophisticated tractography and functional MRI for pre-planning, neurophysiological monitoring during surgery and minimally invasive techniques to improve patient safety. Dr. Ware further specializes in the treatment of neurosurgical disease using stereotactic radiosurgery, a noninvasive procedure to treat brain and spine tumors, AVMs and trigeminal neuralgia. Dr. Ware obtained his medical degree from Harvard Medical School and a Ph.D. in neurobiology from Harvard University. He then completed residency in neurosurgery at the University of California, San Francisco, a premiere program in brain tumor surgery and neuro-oncology. After residency, Dr. Ware completed a skull-base fellowship with Dr. Ossama Al-Mefty at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences. He is presently the medical director for Neurosurgical Oncology for Ochsner Health, Pituitary Disorders Center of Excellence and associate medical director, Surgical Services for Ochsner Medical Center - West Bank Campus. Dr. Ware's current research interests include clinical trials for chemotherapeutic agents for glioblastoma, malignant meningioma and metastasis. He also conducts basic science research into the genetic causes of brain tumors and is currently involved in the development of several drugs used to treat brain tumors. Dr. Ware has written numerous peer-reviewed articles, chapters and has received numerous awards for his accomplishments in the care of brain tumor patients and brain tumor research, including Castle Connolly's Top Doctors for 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024.

Education and Training

Medical School

Harvard Medical School

Internship

University of California, San Francisco
Field of Study: General Surgery

Residency

University of California, San Francisco
Field of Study: Neurological Surgery

Fellowship

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
Field of Study: Skull Base Neurosurgery

Certifications

  • American Board of Neurological Surgery - Neurosurgery

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Ochsner Patient Verified Reviews

All patient experience ratings and comments are submitted by Ochsner Health patients through post-care surveys. Only surveys administered by Ochsner Health are displayed, and reviews are confidential to ensure privacy. Not all reviews submitted from patients included a comment.

November 2024

Dr.Ware is an excellent doctor. His knowledge and ability in his specialty is the best, and he makes his patients feel like they are getting his undivided attention to their care.

November 2024

I had a very good conversation with Dr. Ware concerning my health issue I would definitely recommend him to others.

November 2024

Never felt more care about by a physician before.

November 2024

Dr. Ware is the first medical professional that explain things on a level that nonmedical personnel can underst. His most caring and efficient!

October 2024

Dr. Ware was knowledgeable, approachable, and kind. His explanations were clear and made me feel I was in good hands.

October 2024

Dr. Ware is the best.

September 2024

Dr. Ware was professional, caring and curious about how I was doing. Also reassuring.

September 2024

I have and will recommend Dr. Ware, & his team to anyone who may need this type of services.

September 2024

Very good

August 2024

Dr. Ware is very good at explaining the problem and giving suggestion for treatment. In addition he showed interest in me as a person which is reassuring.

August 2024

Excellent.

August 2024

Dr. Ware is very thorough. He answered al lof my questions and did not rush me. Let me know what his expectations are concerning my recent procedure and says he is very pleased so far.

August 2024

We highly recommend Dr. Ware and his team of doctors. Dr. Ware is so easy to talk to. He explains everything simple. He is a very caring doctor with a wonderful personality!

July 2024

Dr Ware was very concerned, took his time, never rushed me at all. He showed me my images from CAT scan and MRI, & made sure he covered everything, thoroughly. He listened to my symptoms and knew right away my diagnosis, & treated me. I was very impressed. After my first visit, I know I made the right choice after reviewing a list of doctors in his field. He just stood out from all the others, & gave me hope, after months of hurting. I would refer family & friends if needed, To Dr Ware. If, a doctor is concerned, & cares that's special, so Thank you !! It's also special when the staff is on the same page, as well. Thank you & God Bless

June 2024

Great care and experience