Oct 2, 2026
Hearing Preservation in Acoustic Neuroma Surgery
Hearing preservation in acoustic neuroma surgery depends on tumor size, baseline hearing, and an experienced skull base team. Learn what to expect.
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Understanding your diagnosis
Plain-language guides to the conditions Dr. Arnaout treats — written to help you feel informed and prepared.
Sep 1, 2026
What Is Skull Base Surgery?
Skull base surgery explained: what it treats, the minimally invasive and open approaches used, and why an experienced multidisciplinary team matters.
Read more →Aug 1, 2026
Acoustic Neuroma: Observation vs. Radiosurgery vs. Surgery
Acoustic neuroma treatment comes down to three paths: observation, radiosurgery, or surgery. A clear guide to the pros, cons, and who each option suits.
Read more →Jul 19, 2026
Gliomas and Glioblastoma: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
Gliomas are the most common primary brain tumors, ranging from slow-growing astrocytomas to glioblastoma. Learn the symptoms, how gliomas are diagnosed and graded, and modern treatment options.
Read more →Jul 17, 2026
Neurofibromatosis Type 2 (NF2): Tumors, Symptoms, and Lifelong Care
Neurofibromatosis type 2 (NF2) causes bilateral acoustic neuromas and other nervous-system tumors. Learn the symptoms, diagnosis, and lifelong, team-based care.
Read more →Apr 8, 2024
Navigating Skull Base Chondrosarcoma: A Patient's Guide
Skull base chondrosarcoma is a rare cartilage-derived tumor. Learn its symptoms, how it's diagnosed, and the surgical and radiation treatments used to manage it.
Read more →Apr 1, 2024
Understanding Facial Pain: Trigeminal Neuralgia vs. Atypical Facial Pain
How does trigeminal neuralgia differ from atypical facial pain? Learn the differences in symptoms, causes, and treatment — and why an accurate diagnosis matters.
Read more →Mar 25, 2024
Clival Chordoma: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
Clival chordomas are rare skull base tumors. Learn their symptoms, how they're diagnosed, and the surgical and radiation treatments used to manage them.
Read more →Jun 5, 2023
Pituitary Adenomas: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
Pituitary adenomas are usually benign pituitary gland tumors. Learn the symptoms (hormonal changes, vision problems), how they're diagnosed, and treatment options.
Read more →Apr 20, 2023
Brain Metastases: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
Brain metastases occur when cancer spreads to the brain. Learn the symptoms, diagnosis, and treatments — surgery, stereotactic radiosurgery, and systemic therapy.
Read more →Apr 10, 2023
Meningiomas: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment Options
Meningiomas are usually benign, slow-growing brain tumors. Learn the symptoms, how they're diagnosed, and treatments from observation to minimally invasive surgery.
Read more →Mar 29, 2023
Trigeminal Neuralgia: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment Options
Trigeminal neuralgia causes sudden, severe facial pain. Learn its symptoms, causes, how it's diagnosed, and treatments from medication to microvascular decompression.
Read more →Mar 28, 2023
Vestibular Schwannoma (Acoustic Neuroma): Symptoms and Treatment
Vestibular schwannoma (acoustic neuroma) is a benign tumor on the hearing nerve. Learn the symptoms, diagnosis, and treatments — observation, radiosurgery, and surgery.
Read more →Mar 27, 2023
Brain Tumor Awareness: Signs, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Brain tumors, whether benign or malignant, can affect anyone. Learn the common signs and symptoms, how they're diagnosed, and the range of treatment options.
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These guides are general education. For advice about your specific situation, Dr. Arnaout's office is happy to help.
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