Mansour Mathkour, MD, MSc
Assistant Professor, Neurosurgery
Dr. Mathkour is a complex spine surgeon and academic neurosurgeon whose practice bridges advanced surgical care with data-driven innovation. At Banner – University Medical Center Tucson, he specializes in minimally invasive and complex spine surgery, with a philosophy centered on combining precise surgical technique with thoughtful, evidence-based planning to achieve durable results for patients.
In addition to his clinical work, Dr. Mathkour leads high-impact research focused on spinal biomechanics and spine deformity. He is deeply engaged in mentorship, medical education and collaborative research, and he is committed to cultivating the next generation of neurosurgeons.
Degrees
- MD, King Abdulaziz University School of Medicine, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
- MSc, Clinical Research, Tulane University School of Medicine, New Orleans, Louisiana
Residency
Neurological Surgery, Tulane University/Ochsner Clinic Foundation, New Orleans, Louisiana
Fellowship
Tulane University/Ochsner Clinic Foundation, New Orleans, Complex Spine and Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery
The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University, Providence, Rhode Island, Complex Reconstructive Spine and Spine Oncology
Board Certifications
American Board of Neurological Surgeons
Clinical Specialties
Advanced Deformity Correction
Spine Oncology and Tumor-Related Reconstruction
Spinal Revision and Salvage Surgery
Minimally Invasive and Endoscopic Spine Surgery
Robotics, Navigation and Surgical Technology
Peripheral Nerve Surgery