
Michael Avery, MD
Vascular NeurosurgeryEndovascular NeurosurgerySkull Base SurgeryNeurosurgery
Highlights
Age Groups Seen
- Teenagers
- Adults
- Geriatrics
Languages
- English
Provider Gender
MaleAbout Michael Avery and Banner Safety Practices
Care Philosophy
My treatment philosophy is to optimize disease outcomes and quality of life using the least invasive techniques possible. This means using smaller incisions and "keyhole" approaches which enables patients to get out of bed and discharged home much quicker than with conventional surgical approaches.
Specializing In
Cerebral aneurysm
Arteriovenous malformation
Arteriovenous fistula
Astrocytoma
Cavernous malformation
Carotid cavernous fistula
Carotid and vertebrobasilar stenosis
Dural venous sinus thrombosis
Spinal vascular malformation
Ischemic stroke
Hemorrhagic stroke
Pituitary tumors
Meningioma
Chordoma
Craniopharyngioma
Esthesioneuroblastoma
Glioblastoma
Glioma
Oligodendroglioma
Ependymoma
Brain and brain stem tumors
Vestibular schwannoma
Interests & Activities
I enjoy hiking, skiing, golfing, and spending quality time with family and friends.
Research and Publications
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/?term=Michael+B.+Avery&cmd=DetailsSearch
Expertise
Education
- Fellowship: Pacific Neuroscience Institute, Neurosurgery, 2021
- Fellowship: Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, Neurosurgery, 2020
- Residency: University of Calgary Neurosurgery Residency, Neurosurgery, 2019
- Medical School: University of Western Ontario, 2012
Board Certifications
- Neurosurgery: Royal College of Physicians & Surgeons Canada, 2019
Video
Locations
- Banner - University Medicine North
- 3838 North Campbell Avenue, Building 2, Tucson, AZ 85719
- phone: 520-694-8888
- fax: 520-694-6101
Testimonials
5 out of 5.0
218 ratingsAll patient experience ratings and testimonials are submitted by actual patients and verified by a leading independent customer experience company. Patient identities are withheld to ensure confidentiality and privacy.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/19/2025
Dr Avery was aware of my condition, the prior findings during a hospital stay, and ready to continue a period of observation before taking action. I appreciate his conservative approach.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/17/2025
Dr. Avery calmly discusses the issues and suggests helpful hints for the problem.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/12/2025
I appreciate and am Thankful for Dr. Avery's knowledge and Grace! he has saved my life!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/9/2025
He listens and is not a pill pusher
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/20/2025
Great manner and explains things in a way that we could understand. Very thorough and respectful.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/20/2025
Great patient communication skills
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/19/2025
He's the best!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/13/2025
I like his professionalism, his ability to remain calm and his ability to take time to explain things that are easy for me to understand.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/16/2025
The doctor took his time at my appointment. We went through most of my medical history and he encouraged questions. At the end, a plan was made for my further care. Very personable and professional.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/14/2025
He is brilliant and pleasant
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/26/2025
Provided excellent review of the hospital stay and their findings. Looking forward to his review of the MRI and other tests conducted.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/2/2025
He was personable and knowledgeable. He was down to earth and explained things to me in a very gentle and kind way.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/28/2025
Dr. Avery was very professional as well as kind. He took the time to listen to me and answer all my questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/21/2025
Knowledgeable and caring
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/14/2025
Confidence and intelligence
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/30/2025
Explained in a professional manner
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/26/2025
He is great, from the first time I met with Dr. Avery, he instilled confidence and trust in him.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/18/2025
Extremely smart and very knowledgeable
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/29/2025
He was able to explain step by step what is going on with my tumor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/21/2025
Dr Avery is such a great doctor. He listens to my concerns. I appreciate his honesty and genuine care for my well being.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/20/2025
Dr. Avery was thorough and explained everything clearly. He is a really great doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/5/2025
He is the best in his field I trust him with my Life! He is caring and passionate about his work and I have all confidence in him!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/28/2025
Dr Avery, put me at ease with my concern, he listen attentively and answered my questions to where I understood his explanations
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/21/2025
Dr. Avery was taking time to explain and addressed the concern and answered all the questions that we have.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/2/2025
His expertise and knowledge in a very specialized field
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/24/2025
Really liked his ease, he seems honest and personable
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/13/2025
Dr. Avery is focused, intelligent and a compassionate provider. He works towards the most effective and logical treatment for his patients.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/13/2025
Professional, listened, scholarly in his comments about the future of what to expect.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/16/2024
He was very attentive and was well versed with my medical condition.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/12/2024
He was very informative to me about my condition and showed me he is there for me which is great, can't ask for more than that
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/14/2024
He was very professional
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/10/2024
He explained everything so that I could understand.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/4/2024
Dr. Avery is thorough and caring.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/28/2024
Friendly, speaks to the point and is encouraging
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/23/2024
He is professional and brilliant
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/15/2024
Excellent meeting
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/30/2024
He listened, felt like he genuinely cared about me and gave me answers I've been looking for in the last five years. I feel relieved and grateful to have seen him.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/16/2024
Very professional, helpful and knowledgeable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/21/2024
Excellent Doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/12/2024
He walks on water! Listens
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/4/2024
He was very informative and pleasant
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/29/2024
Dr. Avery is very knowledgeable and very caring at every visit I've had.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/20/2024
The best caring Dr ever
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/8/2024
He was thorough, caring and really researched what would be best for me.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/24/2024
Dr. Avery was very helpful in helping me understand the options and next steps for the care I will be receiving to address my heath needs. Made certain all my questions were answered. I didn't feel he was rushing through our conversation. Allowed sufficient time for conversation about options with regard to my medical needs.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/17/2024
Very friendly, very informative about my condition/issue, super cool dude, dressed to the nines
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/17/2024
He was pleasant and had all good news
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/10/2024
He answered all my questions and had very useful insights.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/1/2024
Wonderful doctor. I feel like he saved my life.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/30/2024
Kind, listened and explained everything with patience.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/20/2024
Dr. Avery was straightforward and honest. Thank you Dr Avery.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/19/2024
He was very nice - he listened to what I had to say and not only explained things, but made sure I understood. He was clear on the next steps and was just very kind.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/28/2024
Caring, understanding, and explains so you can understand.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/31/2024
He explained every thing to me. Answered all my question. He is very kind.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/7/2024
Very knowledgeable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/5/2024
Right on time and very congenial.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/4/2024
He knows his stuff!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/31/2023
He was kind and listened to me. I felt heard and I felt like I mattered. He was thorough in his explanations in a way that made sense to me. He is one of the best doctors I have ever seen.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/3/2023
I was in need of attention and suffering. Dr. Avery was attentive and caring. His mannerisms are kind and willing to address and care for my need. He is an amazing surgeon and in general a very caring person. I felt confident in his ability to take care of me and was not disappointed. I can not thank him enough as the quality of my life is now better!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/12/2023
I have been told by many people that Dr. Avery is the go to neurosurgeon in Tucson. After meeting with him, I feel confident to be in his care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/12/2023
I have absolutely trust and faith in his abilities.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/12/2023
Listened to my concerns.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/10/2023
He is excellent.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/8/2023
Friendly, professional service. Took time to explain and educate you on your condition, what the tests results are.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/8/2023
He took excellent care of me and saw to it that I was in good care by others.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/8/2023
Impressed with his knowledge and care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/23/2023
He is smart , explains issues, gives you choices and is a good surgeon.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/16/2023
Expert in his field. Kind and caring. Takes the time to answer any and all questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/16/2023
Expert in his field… kind and caring. Takes the time to answer any and all questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/14/2023
He explained my condition and went through all the steps to take to find out the problem.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/4/2023
Professional and informative
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/4/2023
Very easy to talk with.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/14/2023
Superb Doctor!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/13/2023
Dr Avery is attentive, caring and professional. He explained exactly what is happening with me and the best way to take care of it.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/1/2023
His professionalism , knowledge of his discipline and compassion.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/31/2023
Dr. Avery listened to my concerns and explained every detail. I had many questions and he answered all of them.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/31/2023
Very thorough, complete explanations.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/1/2023
He was very good and I was able to understand everything!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/17/2023
Quick, efficient service
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/7/2023
Seemed very knowledgeable and had a wonderful bedside manner. He was a joy to interact with. He understood my questions & responded in a calm, well reasoned & compassionate manner with a much appreciated degree of patience.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/16/2023
Listened to me and was thorough.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/11/2023
He gave me excellent observations and technical service responding to my critical needs.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/6/2023
He was amazing as well as his entire staff.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/27/2023
He's very likable and easy to talk to. He knows his profession well.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/19/2023
His knowledge, communication skills, are as good as it gets. Dr. Avery is excellent.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/28/2023
Dr Avery was very informative with my issues. He made me feel at ease.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/17/2023
He was very thorough and made sure we understood what we were going to do.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/26/2023
Kind, listened to me and answered my questions.
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