Locations
| Schedule An Appointment | Clinical Office Address |
|---|---|
| (801) 585-6065 | Clinical Neurosciences Center 175 North Medical Drive East Salt Lake City, UT 84132 Map |
Bio
William T. Couldwell, MD, PhD serves as Professor and Chair of the Department of Neurosurgery at the University of Utah. He has served as Director of the American Board of Neurological Surgery and Secretary for the American Association of Neurological Surgeons. He is currently President of the American Association of Neurological Surgeons. Dr. Couldwell has over 300 peer-reviewed publications and has been the recipient of several federal and other research grants. Dr. Couldwell is recognized internationally for his expertise in skull base surgery and is regularly solicited as a speaker and to instruct courses in skull base surgery. His clinical interests include surgical management of skull base tumors, neuro-oncology, pituitary tumors, and cerebrovascular neurosurgery.
Board Certification and Academic Information
| Academic Departments | Neurosurgery - Professor Surgery - Adjunct Professor |
| Academic Divisions | Adult Neurosurgery Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery |
| Board Certification | American Board of Neurological Surgery (Neurosurg) Licentiate of the Medical Council of Canada National Board of Medical Examiners |
Patient Ratings
The Patient Rating score is an average of all responses to physician related questions on our nationally-recognized Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survey.
Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5 with 5 being the best score.
UofU Patient March 01, 2014
I am very fortunate to be in such caring and capable hands.
UofU Patient January 09, 2014experienced, skilled and thorough surgeon
UofU Patient November 18, 2013I hope I never have to but I would definitely, without hesitation refer your office to anyone who needs a neurosurgeon.
UofU Patient October 18, 2013Dr. Couldwell showed me my MRI's before and after he removed my tumor. He is very nice and helpful! Kudos to him and to all of the U of U. Best hospital i've ever experienced in SLC. <3 Thank you for what you do.
UofU Patient August 16, 2013So nice and caring. Very professional, I'm lucky to have dr. Couldwell as my surgeon
UofU Patient August 07, 2013Dr. Couldwell was doing surgery, but did come up and sit with me and explain my tumor and the options I had concerning the tumor. i felt very confident in him and his ability to treat me.
UofU Patient August 05, 2013After the initial shock, I felt I was in good hands.
UofU Patient July 09, 2013Amazing experience. I was scared and now I feel so at ease knowing the capable hands I will be in!
UofU Patient May 18, 2013Dr. Couldwell was blunt, which I appreciated, and wanted. I don't need a doctor to sugar-coat things. I asked questions, he answered them honestly, in terms I could understand. I would recommend him, in a heartbeat!
UofU Patient April 27, 2013All excellent.
UofU Patient April 03, 2013I am very pleased with the time the doctors have taken to explain, answer questions, and discuss future care of my condition. I am very happy with the results of today's visit. I am very confidant and pleased with the expertise and care of the doctors.
UofU Patient April 03, 2013In regards to the medication issue, I was given good information about weening myself off Kepra, but only after I asked a question about it. I'm not sure he would have considered telling me anything else about it on his own even though the nurse's assistant had already notated in the chart that I was still taking this medication.
UofU Patient April 01, 2013The care provider that removed the staples recommended that if I had difficulty with BM's that I should contact ER. That proved to be an excellent suggestion which blessed my life.
UofU Patient March 01, 2013I enjoyed conversing with the medical staff and the Doctors. They were friendly, caring of me and my family, and clear in their explanations.
UofU Patient March 01, 2013Dr. Couldwell and his staff is just awesome, thank you for your care and concern for my quality of life.
UofU Patient February 16, 2013Dr. Couldwell is a real gentleman
UofU Patient February 15, 2013Dr. Cauldwell was very polite, detailed, and clear in his explanations. I enjoyed his demeanor and positivity.
UofU Patient December 03, 2012Dr. Couldwell,Dr. Cote and Margie are Great,especially if they make me better.
UofU Patient December 02, 2012Great Doctors
UofU Patient November 20, 2012My whole experience was outstanding.
UofU Patient November 18, 2012No medications were discussed.
UofU Patient October 26, 2012We felt very blessed and confident with the staff. Everyone with whom we spoke gave us excellent comments on Dr Couldwell. We enjoyed visiting with all the people on his team for our surgery.
UofU Patient October 20, 2012Very impressed with Dr. Couldwell Thank you
UofU Patient October 03, 2012I felt like I wasn't able to spend much time with Dr. Cauldwell and that would be my only complaint. He seemed like he had t rush though things
UofU Patient October 02, 2012Dr. Couldwell has been very informative and educational about our experience. I had some interest in the actual procedure and should have asked more questions about the process of my surgery. He is a busy man and at times, I felt because of this that we needed to be respectful of his time. Would love some time to have they type of discussion that takes place over a lunch meal asking questions about my condition.
UofU Patient July 19, 2012Only possitive comments! Awesome doctor! He saved my life.
UofU Patient July 11, 2012I felt Dr. Couldwell and the other doctors who helped me were attentive and informative.
UofU Patient July 06, 2012Dr Couldwell is a fabulous doctor. He was so patient in explaining my condition and answered all of our questions. I feel confident in him as a provider
UofU Patient March 27, 2012Dr. Couldwell is so reserved,but he his a great doctor,he doesn't talk much,but explain everything perfectly
UofU Patient March 24, 2012Doctor Couldwell has my complete confidence......in every way. extremely competent, concerned, informative, understanding.
UofU Patient March 20, 2012Dr. Couldwell is a fantastic man, the anesthesiologist were great. One of them asked for my permission to test a new device. He explained the project and just how simple it would be. This is the first time anyone has spent this kind of time explaining what would be happening to me, and I appreciated it.
UofU Patient March 08, 2012Everything was fast and easy
UofU Patient February 11, 2012I felt comfortable with the surgical plan.
UofU Patient February 07, 2012I found care provider very caring who really listen to patients.
UofU Patient February 04, 2012Dr Couldwell and his staff were great. Excellent communication and very competent.
UofU Patient January 21, 2012Just amazing
Patient Comments
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