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Biography


Bruce Mickey, MD, is a board-certified neurosurgeon specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of brain tumors, pituitary tumors, epilepsy and complex neurological disorders. He sees patients in Dallas, Texas, and ... brings decades of experience in advanced neurosurgical care to patients throughout North Texas.


Dr. Mickey has extensive expertise in the surgical management of brain tumors, pituitary tumors, epilepsy and other disorders affecting the brain and nervous system. His clinical interests include minimally invasive neurosurgery, epilepsy surgery, pituitary tumor treatment and stereotactic radiosurgery, including the use of Gamma Knife® technology for the treatment of brain tumors and other intracranial conditions. He develops individualized treatment plans focused on achieving the best possible outcomes while prioritizing patient safety and quality of life.

Throughout his distinguished career, Dr. Mickey has been recognized as a leader in academic neurosurgery, patient care and program development. After serving for many years on the faculty of UT Southwestern Medical Center, he joined Baylor Scott & White Neurosurgery and Spine Associates to help advance the future of neurosurgical care across the Baylor Scott & White Health system. He also serves as Medical Director for Neuroscience Program Development and Integration at Baylor University Medical Center, where he helps guide strategic growth and innovation in neuroscience services.

Dr. Mickey is committed to providing compassionate, patient-centered care and helping patients and families navigate complex neurological conditions with confidence. His dedication to clinical excellence has earned widespread recognition from both peers and patients. He has been consistently recognized as a Texas Super Doctor and a D Magazine Best Doctor, earning a place in D Magazine's Best Doctors Hall of Fame for his longstanding contributions to neurosurgery and exceptional patient care.

As a member of Baylor Scott & White Brain Tumor Center – Dallas, Dr. Mickey works alongside a multidisciplinary team dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of brain tumors, pituitary tumors and other complex neurological conditions. Through a collaborative approach, our specialists develop personalized care plans tailored to each patient's diagnosis, goals and needs.

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Education
Education: University of Texas Southwestern Medical School (1978)
Internship: General Surgery, Parkland Memorial Hospital - GME (1979)
Fellowship: Rigshospitalet (1983)
Residency: Neurological Surgery, UT Southwestern Medical Center (1984)
Certifications
Neurological Surgery- American Board of Neurological Surgery
Hospital Affiliations
Baylor University Medical Center, part of Baylor Scott & White Health

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Patients appreciate

Dr. Bruce Mickey receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with patients consistently praising his thoroughness, clear communication, and knowledgeable, experienced approach to care. Many reviewers highlight his excellent bedside manner, noting that he explains diagnoses, procedures, and treatment plans in detail and in terms patients can easily understand. Patients frequently describe him as kind, patient, personable, and generous with his time, often mentioning that they never felt rushed and that their questions were thoroughly answered. Several reviews also commend the supporting staff and office as professional, friendly, and well-organized, contributing to an overall reassuring and trustworthy patient experience.

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Very few areas for improvement were mentioned in the reviews. One reviewer rated their experience slightly lower (4.12 stars) but still described Dr. Mickey as informative and clear, without specifying a particular concern. No recurring complaints or specific negative themes were identified across the reviews, suggesting that dissatisfaction with his care is rare and isolated.

Patient comments are gathered from our Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survey and are displayed in their entirety. Patients are de-identified for confidentiality and patient privacy.