DR. HOWARD ANTHONY GILMER, D.O.

WASHINGTON, DC

Research Active
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation NPI registered 21+ years 2 publications 2008 – 2014 NPI: 1265435291
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
Internship and ResidencyPhysicians, WomenCertificationWorkforceCareer ChoiceNeurosurgeryPersonnel SelectionPersonnel Turnover

Practice Location

102 IRVING ST NW
WASHINGTON, DC 20010-2921

Phone: (202) 877-1577

What does HOWARD GILMER research?

Dr. Gilmer studies surgical methods to enhance bladder and bowel function in children with spina bifida. One of his key research areas involves a technique where nerves are rerouted from the lumbar (lower back) to the sacral (lower spine) area, which can help these children manage their urinary and bowel functions more effectively. Additionally, he is concerned with the systemic issues in neurosurgery, particularly how to support and retain women in this field, ensuring that female medical professionals have equitable opportunities.

Key findings

  • In a study involving 13 children with spina bifida, 7 showed significant improvements in managing their bladder and bowel functions after undergoing nerve rerouting surgery.
  • Some children no longer needed certain medications for urinary or bowel management following the surgical intervention.
  • Dr. Gilmer's research highlights the stagnation of women's representation in neurosurgery, despite females constituting 60% of medical school graduates.

Frequently asked questions

Does Dr. Gilmer study spina bifida?
Yes, Dr. Gilmer focuses on surgical techniques to improve bladder and bowel management in children with spina bifida.
What treatments has Dr. Gilmer researched?
He has researched nerve rerouting surgeries aimed at enhancing bladder and bowel function in children.
Is Dr. Gilmer's work relevant to female medical students?
Absolutely, he addresses the challenges faced by women in neurosurgery and advocates for better support and representation.
What are the outcomes of Dr. Gilmer's surgical technique?
In his study, 7 out of 13 children experienced significant improvements in urinary and bowel control.
How does Dr. Gilmer support women in neurosurgery?
He highlights the challenges women face in the field and discusses strategies to improve recruitment and retention.

Publications in plain English

US Pilot Study of Lumbar to Sacral Nerve Rerouting to Restore Voiding and Bowel Function in Spina Bifida: 3-Year Experience.

2014

Advances in urology

Peters KM, Gilmer H, Feber K, Girdler BJ, Nantau W +3 more

Plain English
This study focused on a surgical technique to help children with spina bifida improve their bladder and bowel function by rerouting nerves from the lumbar to the sacral area. Out of 13 children, seven saw significant improvements in their ability to manage urination and bowel movements after three years, with some no longer requiring certain medications. This is important because it shows that this surgical approach can enhance quality of life for these patients. Who this helps: Patients with spina bifida and their families.

PubMed

The future of neurosurgery: a white paper on the recruitment and retention of women in neurosurgery.

2008

Journal of neurosurgery

, Benzil DL, Abosch A, Germano I, Gilmer H +8 more

Plain English
This paper discusses the challenges faced by women in neurosurgery, highlighting that although women make up 60% of medical school graduates, their representation in neurosurgery training and practice is stagnating. The lack of female role models and existing gender inequities in hiring and promotions are major hurdles, with no female neurosurgeon ever having held leadership positions in key organizations. Addressing these issues is crucial to attracting and retaining women in the field, ensuring a more diverse and effective workforce in neurosurgery. Who this helps: This helps female medical students and neurosurgeons seeking support and advancement in their careers.

PubMed

Frequent Co-Authors

Kenneth M Peters Kevin Feber Benjamin J Girdler William Nantau Gary Trock Kim A Killinger Judith A Boura Deborah L Benzil Aviva Abosch

Physician data sourced from the NPPES NPI Registry . Publication data from PubMed . Plain-English summaries generated by AI. Not medical advice.