Meet the Pediatric Neurosurgeons

Our neurosurgery team works with other pediatric specialists at Nicklaus Children's to establish an accurate diagnosis, develop a specialized treatment plan and provide comprehensive treatment to all patients. Our renowned pediatric neurosurgeons are recognized for excellence among their peers based upon their surgical expertise, their numerous publications in textbooks and peer-reviewed journals, and their lectures both nationally and internationally.

Pediatric Neurosurgeons


Toba N Niazi, MD

Chief, Section of Neurosurgery Director, Division of Neurosurgery Co-Medical Director, Nicklaus Children's Hospital Brain Institute Medical Director, Neuro-Oncology Surgical Services

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John Ragheb, MD

Chief, Department of Surgery

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Intereses Clínicos:
Neurosurgery, neurotrauma, brain tumors, spina bifida, tethered spinal cord, congenital anomalies

Robert T Buckley, MD

Medical Director, Epilepsy Surgery

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Intereses Clínicos:
Epilepsy surgery, pediatric neurotrauma, transitional/adult congenital care and neuro-oncology

Kristen C Stabingas, MD

​Pediatric Neurosurgeon 

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Intereses Clínicos:
Brachial plexus injuries, vascular neurosurgical conditions, hydrocephalus, tethered cord syndrome, tumors and the management of complex congenital disorders, including Chiari malformations and myelomeningocele

Neurosurgery Advanced Practice Professionals

Ana Maria Diaz, APRN

Supervisor, Neurosurgery Advance Practice Providers (APPs)

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Intereses Clínicos:
Pediatric neurosurgical diseases, including brain tumors, spasticity and hydrocephalus

Selvia Beshay, APRN

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Veronica Grass Cordoba, APRN

Pediatric Neurosurgery Advanced Nurse Practitioner

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Katrina Marie Moya, APRN

Pediatric Neurosurgery Advanced Nurse Practitioner

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Jennifer Perez, APRN

Pediatric Neurosurgery Advanced Nurse Practitioner

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Lissette M Perez-Lima, PhD

Child and Adolescent Psychologist

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Intereses Clínicos:
Psychological support and care for children living with chronic medical conditions

Amanda Danielle Fernandez, APRN

Pediatric Neurosurgery Advanced Nurse Practitioner

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Yvania Dastine, APRN

Pediatric Neurosurgery Advanced Nurse Practitioner

More Information: Palm Beach Gardens

See all Pediatric Neurosurgeons on the Nicklaus Children's Hospital medical staff.

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