He is the current Director of Neurosurgery, as well as Co-Deputy Director of Surgery, at Canberra Public Hospital.
A/Prof Mews has made Canberra his home since 2013, but has a long affiliation with the Capital region having lived and worked here from 2003-to-2005 and in 2009. A/Prof Mews grew up in regional NSW and attended Wagga Wagga High School where he was Dux of School in 1994. His undergraduate studies took him to Sydney where he completed a combined BA and MBBS degree at the University of NSW in 2002. During his undergraduate career, A/Prof Mews began his medical research interest with a BSc(Med)Hons degree in Pathology.
A/Prof Mews relocated to Canberra in 2003 for his medical internship and worked at The Canberra Hospital until 2005, when he was selected to commence neurosurgical training. He commenced neurosurgical training in 2006 in Auckland NZ at the Auckland City Hospital and Starship Children’s Hospital. Whilst in Auckland, A/Prof Mews furthered his research with a Master’s degree in Medical Science, investigating the cell biology of meningioma at the Auckland Cancer Society Research Centre.
A/Prof Mews completed his neurosurgical training in Canberra and Sydney and was awarded Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (FRACS) in January 2011. He then undertook additional post-fellowship sub-specialised training at the prestigious Frenchay Neurosurgical Unit in Bristol, UK for the next 2-years, furthering his experience in cerebrovascular surgery, endovascular techniques, and functional neurosurgery.
A/Prof Mews is experienced in all aspects of neurosurgery, but has a particular interest in cerebrovascular neurosurgery including endovascular techniques (catheter surgery) for the treatment of brain aneurysms, AVMs, carotid stenosis, and stroke; skull base surgery for the pituitary gland and surrounding structures; and functional neurosurgery (deep brain stimulation) for the treatment of movement disorders and other conditions.
A/Prof Mews is among a very small number of Australian neurosurgeons dual-trained in both open and endovascular cerebrovascular surgery. This rare expertise allows him to select the safest and most effective approach for each patient.
With over a decade of experience, A/Prof Mews is known for his patient-centered approach, emphasising effective communication and shared decision-making with his patients. He understands the importance of providing compassionate care and works collaboratively with his patients to develop personalised treatment plans tailored to their specific needs.
Throughout his career, A/Prof Mews has been involved in several research projects and has contributed to medical literature in the field of neurosurgery. He actively participates in medical conferences and workshops to stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in the field. A/Prof Mews is committed to continuing professional development and regularly attends training programs and courses as both faculty and as a delegate. This ensures that he remains at the forefront of neurosurgical techniques and procedures, offering his patients the most advanced and effective treatment options available.
As a registered medical practitioner in Australia, A/Prof Mews adheres to the highest standards of medical practice and ethics. His commitment to each patient’s well-being and his comprehensive approach to treatment make him a trusted choice for individuals seeking neurosurgical intervention in Canberra, Wagga Wagga (Riverina) and Moruya (South Coast) regions.
I was drawn to neurosurgery by the challenge. There remains so much to learn about the brain, and this specialty is constantly evolving and changing – and changing lives.
It is hard to choose a favourite – so many neurosurgical and neurovascular procedures have such a profound impact on people’s lives, whether it be acute thrombectomy for stroke, deep brain stimulation for Parkinson’s disease, or the treatment of trigeminal neuralgia. These operations have the power to give people their life back, which is very rewarding.
Too many to list! I am an amateur musician, and love playing with bands and orchestras when I can. I am a licensed aeroplane and helicopter pilot and fly for fun whenever I can. Of course, first and foremost I enjoy spending time with my wife and 3 children, who are my whole world.
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