Laser Interstitial Thermal Therapy

Dr. Fadel is a leader in Laser Interstitial Thermal Therapy (LITT), a cutting-edge, MRI-guided minimally invasive technique that uses precisely controlled laser energy to ablate brain tumors while minimizing disruption to surrounding healthy tissue. Through a tiny incision, a laser probe is navigated into the tumor, delivering focused heat that destroys tumor cells with exceptional accuracy.

As a prolific researcher, Dr. Fadel has authored pioneering studies that have expanded the role of LITT—including the first reported series using LITT as first-line treatment for surgically accessible recurrent glioblastoma and the first series applying staged LITT for complex insular gliomas, allowing patients to have a highly effective treatment with less risks. His work appears in leading journals such as Neurosurgery, Journal of Neurosurgery, and the Journal of Neuro-Oncology, and he has co-authored authoritative reviews educating the field on LITT for intra-axial brain tumors.

By combining this deep clinical experience with ongoing research and a commitment to evidence-based care, Dr. Fadel offers patients a highly personalized LITT option, prioritizing neurological function, faster recovery, and improved quality of life.