Michael Bounajem

Michael Bounajem, MD

  • About Me

    Michael was raised in Keller, Texas, a suburb north of Fort Worth. He attended the Texas Academy of Mathematics and Science, during which time his interest in surgery began. He completed his Bachelor of Science in Neurobiology from the University of Texas at Austin, and went on to graduate with a distinction in research from the Long School of Medicine at UT Health San Antonio.

    Dr. Bounajem's Publications

    Medical Areas of Interest

    Endovascular and open cerebrovascular surgery, pediatric neurosurgery, skull-base surgery

    Interests & Hobbies

    Michael's hobbies include skiing, tennis, hiking, and spending time with his wife and French Bulldog

    Why Utah?

    Michael completed an away rotation in Utah as a fourth-year medical student, and was stunned by both the complexity of neurosurgical cases as well as the case volume available. The operative experience paired with the emphasis on academics and resources for research productivity ultimately led Michael to choose the University of Utah.

    Hometown

    Keller, Texas