Paul L. Penar
Professor
Division of Neurosurgery
Professor
Department of Pharmacology
University of Vermont Medical Center
111 Colchester Avenue
Burlington, VT 05401
United States
- MD, University of Michigan Medical School, Ann Arbor, MI (1981)
- BS, University of Michigan Medical School, Ann Arbor, MI (1977)
- Clinical Assistant Professor, University of Illinois, College of Medicine at Peoria, Peoria, IL (1987-1988)
- Surgery Instructor, Yale University School of Medicine, New Haven, CT (1986-1987)
- Neurosurgery Resident, Yale-New Haven Medical Center, New Haven, CT (1982-1986)
- General Surgery Intern, Yale-New Haven Medical Center, New Haven, CT (1981-1982)
Department of Pharmacology
BIO
When it comes to the role of surgery, our decisions mostly center on treating a particular problem. What is the appropriate balance of risk and benefit? It's extremely important to me that patients understand as much as possible about any decision they make and how that decision reflects their individual goals. Honesty about the limits of surgical treatment is vital.
I have special expertise in brain and spinal tumors, epilepsy/seizure disorders and movement disorders.
I endeavor to provide the most advanced care required for a patient's problem and include the patient as an equal partner in all decisions, sharing as much information as possible. The patient's best interest is what matters most.
Publications
Awards and Achievements
Academic Appointments
- Professor, Division of Neurosurgery, Department of Surgery, The Larner College of Medicine, University of Vermont, Burlington, VT (2004-Present)
- Professor, Department of Pharmacology, The Larner College of Medicine, University of Vermont, Burlington, VT (2004-Present)
- Associate Professor, Division of Neurosurgery, Department of Surgery, College of Medicine, University of Vermont, Burlington, VT (1995-2004)
- Associate Professor, Department of Pharmacology, College of Medicine, University of Vermont, Burlington, VT (1996-2004)
- Assistant Professor, Division of Neurosurgery, Department of Surgery, University of Vermont College of Medicine, Burlington, VT (1988-1995)
Awards and Honors
- ACS/AANS Health Policy Scholarship (2013-2014)
- US News and World Report Top 1% Doctor (2011-2013)
Bio
When it comes to the role of surgery, our decisions mostly center on treating a particular problem. What is the appropriate balance of risk and benefit? It's extremely important to me that patients understand as much as possible about any decision they make and how that decision reflects their individual goals. Honesty about the limits of surgical treatment is vital.
I have special expertise in brain and spinal tumors, epilepsy/seizure disorders and movement disorders.
I endeavor to provide the most advanced care required for a patient's problem and include the patient as an equal partner in all decisions, sharing as much information as possible. The patient's best interest is what matters most.
Publications
Awards and Achievements
Academic Appointments
- Professor, Division of Neurosurgery, Department of Surgery, The Larner College of Medicine, University of Vermont, Burlington, VT (2004-Present)
- Professor, Department of Pharmacology, The Larner College of Medicine, University of Vermont, Burlington, VT (2004-Present)
- Associate Professor, Division of Neurosurgery, Department of Surgery, College of Medicine, University of Vermont, Burlington, VT (1995-2004)
- Associate Professor, Department of Pharmacology, College of Medicine, University of Vermont, Burlington, VT (1996-2004)
- Assistant Professor, Division of Neurosurgery, Department of Surgery, University of Vermont College of Medicine, Burlington, VT (1988-1995)
Awards and Honors
- ACS/AANS Health Policy Scholarship (2013-2014)
- US News and World Report Top 1% Doctor (2011-2013)