ANGELIQUE TAY, MD, MS
NEUROSURGEON
Angelique Tay, MD, MS, is a general neurosurgeon and the only fellowship-trained functional neurosurgeon in the region. She has a meticulous approach and true dedication to patient well-being. Her journey into medicine began with a fascination with the power of pharmaceuticals, but it quickly evolved into a passion for direct patient care and the complex challenges of the operating room. This led her to discover her true calling in neurosurgery.
Dr. Tay’s extensive educational background includes a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Michigan, where she double majored in Neuroscience and Chemistry. She earned both her master’s degree and medical degree from Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine. Her postgraduate training includes a rigorous residency at Cedars Sinai Medical Center, where she studied under an expert in treating spinal Cerebrospinal Fluid (CSF) leaks. After that, Dr. Tay completed specialized fellowship training in Stereotactic and Functional Neurosurgery at Vanderbilt University Medical Center.
What truly defines Dr. Tay’s practice is her belief that “neurosurgery has it all” – a field that is both exciting and demands maximum precision. She finds fulfillment in her ability to significantly improve a patient’s life path or their overall quality of life. Her expertise in functional neurosurgery is particularly rewarding, offering direct relief to individuals suffering from debilitating conditions such as Parkinson’s disease, epilepsy, movement disorders, essential tremor, and chronic pain. She is skilled in the cutting-edge techniques of focused ultrasound, awake deep brain stimulation (DBS), and robotic-assisted surgery. Dr. Tay often highlights the joy of helping patients regain the ability to “enjoy simple things like eating at a restaurant without feeling embarrassed,” restoring their dignity and independence.
Dr. Tay was drawn to Sierra Neurosurgery Group because of its collaborative spirit and commitment to patient-centered care. Outside of her demanding professional life, Dr. Tay enjoys a variety of hobbies that reflect her diverse interests. She finds relaxation in reading and growing orchids, and recharges through international travel and exploring national parks. An avid adventurer, she also enjoys snowboarding.
Dr. Tay Specialties
General neurosurgery including trauma, degenerative spine disease, hydrocephalus, Parkinson’s disease, brain tumors, brain aneurysms, and more.
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Parkinson’s disease treatment
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Epilepsy treatment
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Dystonia treatment
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Deep brain stimulation (DBS)
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Skull base surgery
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Laser ablation surgery
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Intracranial monitoring
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Vagus nerve stimulation
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Brain tumors
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Complex cranial diagnosis
- Neurological imagining
- Radiosurgery
- Facial pain & spasms
- Microsurgical procedures
- Benign and malignant tumors at the base of the skull
- Skull, dura, nerves, pituitary gland, brain, sinonasal passages, face, neck, orbits, ears
Dr. Tay Advanced Practice Providers Team – Coming Soon
Dr. Tay is available for appointments at these office Locations:
RENO, NV
Sierra Neurosurgery Group
5590 Kietzke Lane
Reno, NV 89511
SPARKS
5070 Ion Dr. #200
Sparks, NV 89436
Dr. Tay Curriculum
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Professional Experience
2025 – Present
Private Practice Neurosurgeon
Sierra Neurosurgery Group, Reno, Nevada
Education
2011
University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan
Degree: Bachelor of Science
Major: Neuroscience and Chemistry
2012
Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine, Cleveland, Ohio
Degree: Master of Science in Medical Physiology
2017
Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine, Cleveland, Ohio
Degree: Doctor of Medicine
2017-2018
Intern in Neurosurgery – Cedars Sinai Medical Center
2018-2024
Resident in Neurosurgery – Cedars Sinai Medical Center
2024 – Present
Fellow in Stereotactic and Functional Neurosurgery – Vanderbilt University Medical Center
Board Certifications
Board Certified
Board-eligible with the American Association of Neurological Surgeons.
Certifications
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support
Basic Life Support
Honors and Awards
2014
- Poster of Distinction Blue Ribbon, World Transplant Congress (San Francisco, CA)
- Hematology Opportunities for the Next Generation of Research Scientists (HONORS) Award, American Society of Hematology
Hospital Affiliations
Current
St. Mary’s Regional Medical Center, Reno, Nevada
Renown Regional Medical Center, Reno, Nevada
Northern Nevada Medical Center, Sparks, Nevada
Summit Surgery Center, Reno, Nevada
Medical Licensure
Nevada – July 1993 – Present
Michigan – January 1991
Maryland – September 1991
Professional Memberships
2016 – Present
American Association of Neurological Surgeons
2017 – Present
Congress of Neurological Surgeons
2019 – Present
California Association of Neurological Surgeons
Research Experience
2021
- Research Associate – Cedars Sinai Medical Center, Department of Neurosurgery and Neurology
2015
- Research Assistant – Case Western Reserve University, Department of Ophthalmology
2014
- Research Assistant – University of California, San Francisco, Cardiovascular Research Institute
2013 – 2015
- Research Assistant – Case Western Reserve University, Department of Nephrology and Hypertension
2012 – 2013
- Research Assistant – Case Western Reserve University, Department of Physiology and Biophysics
2008 – 2009
- Research Assistant – University of Michigan, Undergraduate Research Opportunity Program
Publications
A.S. Do, R. Babadjouni, M.J. Alexander. Thrombectomy for Acute Occlusion in Intermediate-Sized Arteries. For the Book: 12 Strokes – A Case-based Guide to Acute Ischemic Stroke Management. Springer. January 12, 2021. Published.
A.S. Do, K.L. Black, J.S. Yu. The Role of Cellular Immunity and Adoptive Immunity in Pathophysiology of Brain and Spinal Cord Tumors. For the Book: Human Brain and Spinal Cord Tumors: From Bench to Bedside. Springer. January 2, 2023. Published.
A.S. Tay, B. Caravan, A.N. Mamelak. Which are the most important aspects of microelectrode implantation? For the Book: Intracranial EEG for Cognitive Neuroscientists. Springer. August 30, 2023. Published.