Shahid Nimjee, MD, PHD
Physician, Professor
Neurological Surgery
Make an appointment
614-293-8714
Accepting new patients
Conditions and expertise
- Neurosurgery
- Stroke
- Aneurysm
- Vascular Diseases
- Brain Injuries
- Neuroplastic Surgery
Locations
- Brain and Spine Hospital
Academics and research
Department: Neurological Surgery
About
- Gender
- Male
Biography
I'm a neurological surgeon specializing in open and endovascular neurosurgery. Because of my dual training, I can focus on the optimal approach to treat each patient rather than on a specific technique. I received my medical degree and PhD from Duke University and remained at Duke to complete a residency in neurological surgery and fellowship in endovascular/cerebrovascular neurosurgery.
What I love most about The Ohio State University are the extensive resources that are available to patients. From the intensive care unit to the nationally recognized on-site rehabilitation institute, everything a patient needs for treatment and recovery is right here. Being at the forefront of new treatments for neurovascular disease fuels my passion in neurosurgery and helps me provide the most complete care to my patients.
Highlights
- Co-Director of Stroke Center
- Lawrence J. Mervis, MD, Teacher of the Year Award, Department of Neurosurgery
- Named to Castle Connolly's Regional Top Doctors list
- The Ohio State University College of Medicine Leadership and Chair Award
- Speaker at TEDxOSU
- Best Scientific Paper Award at the cerebrovascular section meeting of the American Association of Neurological Surgeons and Congress of Neurological Surgeons
Conditions and expertise
- Aneurysm
- Atherosclerosis
- Brain Aneurysm
- Brain Diseases
- Brain Injuries
- Carotid Artery Diseases
- Endovascular Procedures
- Hemangioma
- Neuroplastic Surgery
- Neurosurgery
- Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus
- Pseudotumor Cerebri
- Stroke
- Subarachnoid Hemorrhage
- Trigeminal Neuralgia
- Vascular Diseases
- Vascular Malformations
Locations
Please note: Not all physicians schedule patients at each listed location.
Credentials
Education
- Fellowship - Endovascular Surgical Neuroradiology
- Duke University Medical Center, Durham, NC, United States
7/1/2012 - 6/1/2014 - Residency - Neurological Surgery
- Duke University Medical Center, Durham, NC, United States
7/1/2007 - 6/30/2012 - Internship - Surgery (General Surgery)
- Duke University Medical Center, Durham, NC, United States
7/1/2006 - 6/30/2007 - Doctor of Philosophy
- Duke University, Durham, NC, United States
8/28/2000 - 8/11/2005 - Doctor of Medicine (MD)
- Duke University School of Medicine, Durham, NC
8/17/1998 - 5/14/2006
Certification
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American Board of Neurological Surgery
11/3/2018
Academics and research
My research focuses on leveraging the properties of RNA biology to improve the diagnosis and treatment of thromboembolic diseases, particularly in the field of cerebrovascular neurosurgery. I've been honored with the American Heart Association's New Investigator Award and Duke University's RNA Award for Research within the Department of Genetics. My work has also received multiple grants from the National Institutes of Health (NIH), supporting the development of a novel and reversible drug for patients presenting with acute ischemic stroke.
My NIH-funded research program centers on acute thrombosis. The lead initiative targets von Willebrand Factor (vWF) in patients suffering from acute ischemic stroke. We've developed an RNA aptamer that inhibits vWF and designed a reversal oligonucleotide that rapidly and durably neutralizes the aptamer's effect. This therapeutic approach is currently in Phase 2 clinical trials. In addition, I'm investigating pathological thrombosis in venous diseases such as deep vein thrombosis, pulmonary embolism, and cerebral venous sinus thrombosis. I'm also deeply committed to understanding the mechanisms of thrombosis in cancer patients, with the ultimate goal of preventing its occurrence and improving treatment outcomes for those affected.
Research interests
- Atherosclerosis
- Brain Diseases
- Brain Injuries
- Education
- Genetics
- Hemorrhage
- Pain
- RNA
- Stroke
- Subarachnoid Hemorrhage
- Surgery
Academic information
- Department:
- Neurological Surgery
- Division:
- Neurological Surgery
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Ratings and reviews
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Consulting and Related Relationships
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As of 11/3/2025 Dr. Nimjee 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.
- Basking Biosciences
- Medtronic
Outstanding. He listened, explained and assured me completely
Good experience; provided great easy to understand information and advice.
Dr. Nimjee understood what my problem was and had obviously looked at the recent X-rays done at urgent care that prompted my referral to him. He knew why I was there. He listened to my explanation of the severity and location of the pain.
Professional,knowledgeable and good sense of humor. Listens and works accordingly
All good
I have nothing but good to say about Dr. Nimjee. This appointment was a followup, requested by me, to put closure on my stent procedure. Dr. Nimjee spent time with me to answer my questions going forward since my aneurysm has resolved. It was nice to be able to thank him for going at my pace with the procedures and allowing me to guide the treatment. He is a gem!
We had a very good experience. The doctor was very helpful and his information and explanations gave us the information we needed.
Excellent! Very friendly and compassionate. Excited about my procedure
Nimjee was incredibly engaging, thoughtful, and informative.
He answered all questions so that we understood. He spend time with us. We never felt rushed. He was very professional and very easy to talk to.
They were all wonderful!!!
Outstanding physicianreceived
The doctor was very nice and he helped me understand stuff and was very helpful as well
Dr Nimjee is always TOP NOTCH! Wouldn't trust anyone else with my care. He's the BEST
Very professional, personal,& knowledgeable.
I can't speak highly enough of Dr Nimjee and his staff. He is always caring and knowledgeable. He takes the time and effort to make a seriously concerning complicated medical condition feel less scary
He has been very patient and helpful to me.
Dr. Nimjee provided unmatched combination of expertise, compassion, advice, and concern for my ongoing wellbeing. He reminded us to call him anytime we need him.
Intelligent but down to eatth
Very informative about upcoming surgery.
Dr Nimjee was very helpful in his explanation of my medical concern. His bedside manner was genuine and very caring. My husband and I were very impressed!
Excellent very good bedside manner also
Excellent experience.
Very knowledgeable and very attentive to my concerns.
Nothing bad.
Extremely knowledgeable and very informative. Friendly and quite personable.
I found Dr Nimjee is one of the best physicians I have ever dealt with. Lots of eye contact. Listened to my concerns. He is outstanding!
Excellent
Dr. Nimjee is the absolute best. My son is a second year medical student at OSU and Dr. Nimjee took extra time to discuss and explain my condition to him. He also impressed on my son the need to follow up with as my condition is a familial problem.
All good no bad.
Great experience first time meeting.
They all were nice.
Excellent
Ver helpful in explaining test results. Detailed explanation was super.
He is incredible. Love him and would definitely recommend him.
All good
The physician is exceptional, spent a lot of time with me and called in another surgeon to consult during the visit.
Extremely friendly. Made me feel at ease.
Very pleased with Dr. Nimjee, his conservative approach to identifying my treatment, and how personable he was.
Best provider hands down I've seen for this condition. Actually listened AND answered my questions.
Dr Nimjee took his time to explain everything about my aneurysm. He was extremely competent and knowledgeable. I feel like he is the best in his field . He was very friendly and made me feel at ease . I feel very good that he will be doing my surgery.
He was very thorough and was thoughtful in how he spoke to me and listened. He didn't talk down to me when I didnt understand. It was a very positive experience.
Dr Nimjee is a Saint. I feel so fortunate to have found him to help me with this procedure coming up. He is so very terrific with a brilliant sense of humor. I appreciate his excellence and you have a gem of a provider with Dr Nimjee. I appreciate how he had a sense of what my health issue was from the start. He explained it in a very clear way at the very first visit. Then he diagnosed it and now he plans to fix it for me. He's nothing short of incredible and so very humble and down to earth as a person. He is a wonderful human being and so very dedicated. I can not share enough positive words in review of this provider. Please take good care of him! :). Thank you!!!
Wonderful on all
Dr. Nimjee is great doctor can't ask for any better than him. He makes me feel good explains everything I needed to know