Washington University pediatric neurosurgeons provide comprehensive care for individuals with Chiari type I and type II malformations. We offer advanced diagnostic evaluations, including MRI imaging with dynamic flow and pulsatility analysis, and the full spectrum of Chiari decompression surgical approaches.

Our expertise encompasses spinal dysplasia, spinal deformity, cervical instability and atlantoaxial instability. As the principal site for the Park-Reeves Syringomyelia Research Consortium, we also have extensive experience in the management of Chiari associated with syringomyelia and hydromyelia.


Jennifer M. Strahle, MD

Jennifer M. Strahle, MD

Professor of Neurosurgery, Orthopedic Surgery and Pediatrics

Director, Pediatric Neuro Spine Program

Director, Pediatric Cerebrovascular Surgery

Sean D. McEvoy, MD

Sean D. McEvoy, MD

Assistant Professor, Neurosurgery and Pediatrics

Jarod Roland MD

Jarod Roland MD

Assistant Professor of Neurosurgery, Director of the Pediatric Epilepsy Surgery Program

Mary Amann, Executive Director, Department of Neurosurgery

Amra Hukic, Clinical Service

Deanna Walter, Physical Therapist

Diego Morales, Clinical Research Coordinator

Thanda Meehan RN, BSN, Clinical Research Specialist

Alya Bajwa, Clinical Research Coordinator

Alexandra Gabliani, Clinical Research Coordinator