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Prateek Agarwal, MD, MBA

@teeksagarwal

PGY-7 and enfolded endovascular fellow @PittNeurosurg. MD/MBA @PennMedicine and @Wharton. @Harvard @LvilleSchool alumnus.

 Philadelphia, PA
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Joined October 2017
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SCOLI
@SCOLIorgNov 3
Book signing is underway now at #CNS2026! Come stop by and say hello! @NitinAgarwalMD @CNS_Update #2026CNS
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SCOLI
@SCOLIorgNov 3
Great crowd at @NitinAgarwalMD’s book signing!
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NEJM
@NEJMOct 25
Original Article: Trial of Endovascular Therapy for Mild Stroke with Large-Vessel Occlusion (MILD-MT trial) nej.md/4hWstFc #Neurology #EmergencyMedicine
Bar graph showing the percentage of patients on the Modified Rankin Scale, comparing "EVT plus Medical Management" (N=144) and "Medical Management Alone" (N=156). Scores range from 0 to 6. The distribution is labeled with percentages and number of patients for each category.

ALT Bar graph showing the percentage of patients on the Modified Rankin Scale, comparing "EVT plus Medical Management" (N=144) and "Medical Management Alone" (N=156). Scores range from 0 to 6. The distribution is labeled with percentages and number of patients for each category.

A forest plot comparing EVT plus Medical Management to Medical Management Alone for various subgroups, showing adjusted odds ratios and confidence intervals. Subgroups include age, sex, time from onset to randomization, site of occlusion, cause of stroke, baseline NIHSS score, intravenous thrombolysis, and perfusion-mismatch volume.

ALT A forest plot comparing EVT plus Medical Management to Medical Management Alone for various subgroups, showing adjusted odds ratios and confidence intervals. Subgroups include age, sex, time from onset to randomization, site of occlusion, cause of stroke, baseline NIHSS score, intravenous thrombolysis, and perfusion-mismatch volume.

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NEJM
@NEJMOct 25
Original Article: Mechanical Thrombectomy 24 to 72 Hours after Large-Vessel Ischemic Stroke (LATE-MT trial) nej.md/3VWTUpV Editorial: Expanding the Evidence and Indications for Thrombectomy in Ischemic Stroke nej.md/4hWsxVs #Neurology #Surgery
Bar graph showing the percentage of patients on the Modified Rankin Scale, comparing "Intervention" (N=167) and "Control" (N=167). Scores range from 0 to 6. The distribution is labeled with percentages for each category.

ALT Bar graph showing the percentage of patients on the Modified Rankin Scale, comparing "Intervention" (N=167) and "Control" (N=167). Scores range from 0 to 6. The distribution is labeled with percentages for each category.

This image shows a forest plot comparing the intervention and control groups. Subgroups include age, time from onset to randomization, and type of stroke. Hazard ratios with 95% confidence intervals are displayed, indicating whether the intervention or control is better for a primary outcome.

ALT This image shows a forest plot comparing the intervention and control groups. Subgroups include age, time from onset to randomization, and type of stroke. Hazard ratios with 95% confidence intervals are displayed, indicating whether the intervention or control is better for a primary outcome.

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Justin R. Mascitelli, MD, FAANS@jmasciteOct 10
Always the best vascular course of the year! Thank you @NREFORG ! @BrianHoward_MD @DrAndrewGrande @DrMichaelJLang @JOsbunMDxCV @JAGrossbergMD @bainmd @OUAVMdoc @KhanNickalus @AliAlawiehmdphd @mtlawton @_AdnanSiddiqui @AdamArthurMD @cvsection @chriskellnerMD
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Pitt Neurosurgery
@PittNeurosurgJun 22
Congratulations to our four graduating residents! The University of Pittsburgh Department of Neurological Surgery is proud to recognize Dr. Ali Alattar, Dr. Hansen Deng, Dr. Joseph Hudson, and Dr. Andrew Legarreta on the successful completion of their residency training. Over the course of their training, each has demonstrated exceptional clinical skill and compassion in the care of every patient. Their contributions to our department and to the patients they served reflect the highest standards of the profession. As they begin the next stage of their careers, they carry with them the lasting respect and gratitude of our faculty and staff, and will always remain part of the Pitt Neurosurgery family. We extend our sincere congratulations and best wishes for continued success. @js_hudson @adlegarreta @pascalzinn
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NEJM
@NEJMMay 13
Among patients with stroke due to medium-vessel occlusion, thrombectomy led to functional independence at 90 days (in 58.6% of patients, vs. 46.6% with medical management) but also to a higher risk of intracranial hemorrhage. Full ORIENTAL-MeVO trial results: nej.md/42z7dNj Editorial: Endovascular Therapy for Medium-Vessel Occlusion Stroke — Narrowing the Target Population nej.md/4d9ALY4
This is an image from the Original Article "Endovascular Treatment of Medium-Vessel-Occlusion Strokes" published in the New England Journal of Medicine on May 14, 2026. The trial name, ORIENTAL-MeVO, has been added to the title. Below the title, a chart is shown comparing the Modified Rankin Scale scores of the control and endovascular thrombectomy groups, illustrating the distribution of functional outcomes at 90 days. The chart uses percentages to display outcomes for scores ranging from 0 to 6.

ALT This is an image from the Original Article "Endovascular Treatment of Medium-Vessel-Occlusion Strokes" published in the New England Journal of Medicine on May 14, 2026. The trial name, ORIENTAL-MeVO, has been added to the title. Below the title, a chart is shown comparing the Modified Rankin Scale scores of the control and endovascular thrombectomy groups, illustrating the distribution of functional outcomes at 90 days. The chart uses percentages to display outcomes for scores ranging from 0 to 6.

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Pitt Neurosurgery
@PittNeurosurgMar 20
The University of Pittsburgh Dept. of Neurological Surgery is thrilled to announce our 2026 residency match class. These five exceptional individuals represent the next generation of neurosurgical leaders, and their passion for advancing the field and delivering outstanding patient care embodies the mission of our program. Welcome to Pitt Neurosurgery!
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Ashwin R. Reddy, MD@ashwinrreddyMar 17
I matched into otolaryngology–head & neck surgery!! Grateful for the mentors, family, and experiences that got me here — excited for what’s ahead #ENT #OtoMatch #Match2026
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Jason Davies, MD,PhD@JMDaviesMDPhDFeb 5
#EMBOLISE2 Observation cohort showed ~2fold reduction in composite primary endpoint of surgical rescue, poor clinical outcome or clinical deterioration. NNT 9 #ISC26
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Jason Davies, MD,PhD@JMDaviesMDPhDFeb 5
#EMBOLISE2 Observation cohort showed that we need to keep our SDH patients on AC/AP. High baseline rates of comorbidity mean they suffer if we stop their meds. #ISC26
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NEJM
@NEJM6 Dec 2025
Although ventricular enlargement is a key feature of idiopathic normal-pressure hydrocephalus (iNPH), this finding alone is nonspecific, occurring in many conditions, including brain volume loss with aging. The ventriculomegaly of idiopathic normal-pressure hydrocephalus is often described as “out of proportion to brain atrophy,” which is a subjective assessment. Read the full review: nej.md/4pxWVad
Figures showing imaging features of idiopathic normal-pressure hydrocephalus, programmable cerebrospinal fluid shunt surgery, and surgical risks.

ALT Figures showing imaging features of idiopathic normal-pressure hydrocephalus, programmable cerebrospinal fluid shunt surgery, and surgical risks.

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JAMA Neurology@JAMANeuro13 Oct 2025
General anesthesia improved 90-day disability outcomes and increased the rate of successful reperfusion compared with moderate sedation in patients undergoing endovascular thrombectomy for acute ischemic stroke. ja.ma/48WkFiw
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My utmost gratitude to all who have paved the path to allow us to achieve this dream of ⁦@NIH⁩ funding #NOA. Many thanks to #SCOLI lab to make this a reality. ⁦@Dr_Pri_Derm⁩ ⁦@PittNeurosurg⁩ ⁦@UPMCPhysicianEd⁩ ⁦@PittHealthSci⁩
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Ashwin R. Reddy, MD@ashwinrreddy2 Sep 2025
Honored to see our work featured by @JAMAOto! Beyond the findings, this study reminds me how essential clear, respectful communication is to ensure all patients feel seen and heard. Many thanks to @emilybossmd for her mentorship!
JAMA Otolaryngology – Head & Neck Surgery (@JAMAOto) profile pictureJAMA Otolaryngology – Head & Neck Surgery@JAMAOto2 Sep 2025
Child weight status was not associated with measured verbal communication behaviors but was associated with lower parent ratings and observer ratings of clinician respectfulness. ja.ma/4fBApsI @ashwinrreddy
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Garry Tan
@garrytan22 Aug 2025
If you *only* used SAT to admit to elite colleges, share of admits from top 1% income falls 15.8% → 9.9% and representation from <$200k rises by +8.8%, with no reduction in post-college outcomes. It's 'holistic review' and 'ban SAT' policy that allows the most wealthy and powerful to virtue signal while getting an edge.
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Robert Friedlander, MD, MA@DrRFriedlander4 Aug 2025
I'm delighted to welcome John Kanter to the @PittTweet Department of Neurological Surgery faculty. Dr. Kanter's clinical focus will be neurotrauma, neurocritical care, and neurorehabilitation at UPMC Presbyterian. Learn more about Dr. Kanter at neurosurgery.pitt.edu/people… @UPMC
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JNIS
@JNIS_BMJ23 Jul 2025
Contrast induced encephalopathy (CIE) is a rare but important complication of endovascular procedures. This multicenter study found that corticosteroid treatment was linked to faster symptom resolution, while intravenous fluids showed a positive trend. With most patients making a full recovery, the authors propose a treatment #algorithm to help guide clinical management—highlighting the need for further prospective validation. bit.ly/45162bl #endovascular #neurointervention #neurosurgery #clinicalguideline
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Drs. Jorge Gonzalez Martinez and Ajay Niranjan performed the first focused ultrasound treatment for essential tremor at UPMC in our CIGNS!
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Pitt Neurosurgery
@PittNeurosurg23 Jun 2025
Great celebration this past Saturday as over 150 colleagues, family and friends gathered at the Pittsburgh Golf Club to celebrate the neurosurgery residency graduation of Hussam Abou-Al-Shaar, Ricardo Fernández-de Thomas, Daryl P. Fields II, Arka Mallela and Gautam Nayar.
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