Brian Dalm

Brian Dalm, MD

  • Neurological Surgery
  • Physician

Clinical Assistant Professor of Neurological Surgery

Accepting new patients

Insurances We Accept

855-255-0550

About Me

I’m a neurosurgeon specializing in pain and functional neurosurgical disorders. I received my medical training at Loyola University and completed my neurosurgery residency and functional neurosurgery fellowship at the University of Iowa. Prior to joining The Ohio State University, I was the director of the pain and functional program at Houston Methodist, where I also received the Teacher of the Year Award for the 2018-2019 academic year.

My research focuses on using neuroimaging techniques to better identify and predict patients who may benefit from neuromodulation therapy earlier in their treatment. In addition, my research interests include device development and predictive modeling of stimulation therapy and how that improves the localization of device placement. During my time at the University of Iowa, I received an inventor award for our team’s work on developing a new spinal cord stimulator.

As a neurosurgeon, I use forms of stimulation, drug delivery, surgical techniques or ablative treatments to provide symptom improvement and better quality of life. Thanks to the cutting-edge therapies and state-of-the-art facilities at The Ohio State University, I’m able to provide the best treatment options for my patients and pass on my knowledge to medical students, residents and fellows at the Wexner Medical Center.
Highlights
  • Director, Neuromodulation Division
  • Houston Methodist Teacher of the Year Award 2018-2019
  • Named to Castle Connolly's Regional Top Doctors list
  • Inventor Award (University of Iowa)

Procedures and Conditions I Treat

  • Chronic Pain
  • Dystonia
  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Essential Tremor
  • Trigeminal Neuralgia
  • Peripheral Nervous System Diseases
  • Complex Regional Pain Syndromes
  • Failed Back Surgery Syndrome

Locations Where I Practice

Please note: Not all physicians schedule patients at each listed location.

Education and Training

Education History

Medical School

Loyola University of Chicago Stritch School of Medicine, Maywood, IL
8/1/2005 - 6/5/2009

Residency

University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics, Iowa City, IA
7/1/2009 - 6/30/2015

Fellowship

University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics, Iowa City, IA
7/1/2015 - 12/31/2015

Fellowship

University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics, Iowa City, IA
1/1/2016 - 6/30/2016

Board Certification

American Board of Neurological Surgery
10/30/2020

Academic Information

My Department

Neurological Surgery

My Division

Neurological Surgery

More About My Work

Reviews

The overall patient satisfaction rating is an average of all patient responses to the six doctor communication related questions shown below from the Clinician and Group Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems survey. For additional information about the patient satisfaction survey, please visit our Patient Satisfaction Survey page.

The comments are submitted by patients and reflect their view and opinions. The comments are not endorsed by and do not necessarily reflect the views of Ohio State Wexner Medical Center.

80 Patient Satisfaction Reviews

  • Overall
    4.8 out of 5
  • Explains Things Carefully
    4.7 out of 5
  • Listens Carefully
    4.9 out of 5
  • Gives Understandable Instructions
    4.8 out of 5
  • Knows My Medical History
    4.7 out of 5
  • Shows Respect
    4.9 out of 5
  • Time Spent Together
    4.9 out of 5
  • Reviewed on Aug 21, 2024

    Good

  • Reviewed on Aug 11, 2024

    He was very interested in any questions and concerns I may have

  • Reviewed on Jul 21, 2024

    I did not feel that Dr. Dalm was interested in helping me with my health concern. He only wanted to offer one solution. When going over my chart he mentioned a condition that I had. When I responded in a surprised fashion he said nevermind.

  • Reviewed on Jul 06, 2024

    All goodgood

  • Reviewed on May 03, 2024

    Just ok

  • Reviewed on Mar 12, 2024

    Treated me well

  • Reviewed on Mar 10, 2024

    The appointment was very short and all that happened in the end was that Dr Dalm asked me some questions and then referred me to another neurosurgeon. I may be wrong but I think that this could have been done over the phone rather than have me drive 30 minutes each way.

  • Reviewed on Mar 01, 2024

    Good

Consulting and Related Relationships

At The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, we support a faculty member’s research and consulting in collaboration with medical device, research and/or drug companies because a faculty member’s expertise can guide important advancements in the practice of medicine and improve patient care. In order to provide effective management of these relationships, the University requires annual disclosures from all faculty members with external interests related to their University responsibilities.

As of 09/30/2024, Dr. Dalm has reported relationships with the companies or entities listed below. If you have questions about the relationships listed below, please ask the faculty member. If you have questions about how these relationships are monitored by The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, please contact our Compliance Office.

  • Medtronic
  • Varian Medical Systems
  • Surgical Information Sciences
  • IQVIA

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