Associate Professor of Neurosurgery
Semmes Murphey Clinic
Dr. Nickalus R. Khan is a neurosurgeon specializing in cerebrovascular and skull base surgery, with a clinical and academic focus on complex cranial vascular pathology, microsurgical anatomy, and advanced skull base techniques. A native of Memphis, he combines high-level surgical expertise with a deep commitment to academic neurosurgery, resident education, and program development.
Dr. Khan graduated summa cum laude from the University of Memphis with degrees in Civil Engineering, Biology, and Chemistry, and a minor in Mathematics. He earned his medical degree from the University of Tennessee Health Science Center, graduating at the top of his class. He completed a seven-year neurological surgery residency at the University of Tennessee and Semmes Murphey Clinic, where he also completed an enfolded endovascular fellowship. His advanced subspecialty training includes a postgraduate fellowship in open cerebrovascular and skull base surgery at the University of Miami under Dr. Jacques J. Morcos.
Nationally recognized for his academic productivity, Dr. Khan has authored more than 160 peer-reviewed publications and is a frequent invited speaker at major neurosurgical meetings. He has served as Scientific Chair of the North American Skull Base Society (NASBS), International Meningoma Society and International Rhoton Society, reflecting his leadership role within the specialty and commitment to advancing standards in complex cranial surgery. He also currently serves as the Neurosurgery Residency Program Director and Director of Skull Base Fellowship at the Univeristy of Tennesee.
Dr. Khan’s professional mission centers on building high-performing academic programs that integrate clinical excellence, research productivity, and surgical education. He is dedicated to mentoring the next generation of neurosurgeons and expanding access to advanced cerebrovascular and skull base care.
Disclosure(s): No financial relationships to disclose
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