Board-Certified in Neurological Surgery · Tallahassee, Florida

Precision care for complex conditions of the brain, spine, and nervous system.

Matthew Lawson, MD, FAANS, provides comprehensive neurosurgical care with specialized expertise in cerebrovascular and endovascular neurosurgery, as well as general neurosurgery and trauma care.

Matthew Lawson, MD, board-certified in neurological surgery
Matthew Lawson, MD, FAANSBoard-Certified in Neurological Surgery
Cerebrovascular & EndovascularAneurysms, AVMs, stroke, and vascular disorders
Cranial NeurosurgeryBrain tumors, hydrocephalus, and radiosurgery
General Neurosurgery: Spine & Peripheral NerveCervical, thoracic, lumbar, peripheral nerve, and trauma care
A broad neurosurgical perspective

Specialized expertise. Comprehensive care.

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Board-Certified in Neurological SurgeryAmerican Board of Neurological Surgery
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Fellowship-trainedAdvanced endovascular neurosurgical training
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Academic foundationPublished research and ongoing professional education

Dr. Lawson’s practice spans open and minimally invasive techniques for disorders affecting the brain, blood vessels, spine, and peripheral nerves.

His training in both general neurosurgery and endovascular neurosurgery supports an integrated approach to complex conditions. The goal is to understand the full range of appropriate options and select care based on the individual patient, the anatomy, and the clinical circumstances.

This website provides information about Dr. Lawson’s background, areas of expertise, research, and educational resources for patients and families.

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Areas of expertise

Neurosurgical care across three focused disciplines

A concise overview of the conditions and procedures represented in Dr. Lawson’s practice.

01 / Vascular

Cerebrovascular & Endovascular Neurosurgery

Open and catheter-based treatment for vascular disorders of the brain, head, neck, and spine.

  • Brain aneurysms and AVMs
  • Ischemic and hemorrhagic stroke
  • Carotid and intracranial vascular disease
  • Diagnostic cerebral and spinal angiography
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02 / Cranial

Cranial Neurosurgery

Surgical and radiosurgical care for tumors and other complex conditions affecting the brain.

  • Brain tumors and biopsy
  • Hydrocephalus and shunt surgery
  • Trigeminal neuralgia
  • Stereotactic radiosurgery
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03 / General

General Neurosurgery: Spine & Peripheral Nerve

General neurosurgical care, including cervical, thoracic, and lumbar spine surgery and treatment of peripheral nerve disorders.

  • Cervical, thoracic, and lumbar spine surgery
  • Decompression and fusion
  • Neurosurgical trauma care
  • Carpal and ulnar nerve surgery
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Research & education

Evidence, publication, and lifelong learning

Dr. Lawson has contributed peer-reviewed articles, scientific papers, book chapters, and invited reviews, with substantial work in endovascular neurosurgery and quality improvement.

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For patients and families

Clear information for complex decisions

A neurosurgical diagnosis can create uncertainty. Patient resources explain common conditions and procedures in straightforward language.

Educational information on this website is general and should not replace a direct evaluation or individualized medical advice.

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Office information

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