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Deanna M. Sasaki-Adams, M.D. Neurosurgeon

Primary Appointment Location

Neurosurgery Clinic
501 Jack Stephens Drive
UAMS Jackson T. Stephens Spine and Neuroscience Institute
Little Rock, AR 72205

Appointment Phone Number
501-686-5270
New and Returning Patients
View Location

Overview

Areas of Expertise
Neurosurgery
Stroke Care
Accepting New Patients
Yes (Referral Required)
Provides Second Opinion
Yes
Patient Type
Adults
Language
English
4.7 out of 5
197 Patient Satisfaction Ratings
42 comments
Deanna M. Sasaki-Adams, M.D.

Contents

  • Make an Appointment
  • Academic Background
  • Research
  • Conditions
  • Areas of Expertise
  • Locations
  • Ratings & Reviews

Make an Appointment With Dr. Sasaki-Adams

Appointments for new patients are by referral only.

Existing patients can make an appointment by requesting an appointment online through UAMS Health MyChart or by contacting the clinic directly.

Dr. Sasaki-Adams' Academic Background

Faculty Appointments

Department of Neurosurgery
Professor

Education and Training

Fellowship
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Interventional Neuroradiology
Fellowship
St. Louis University School of Medicine
Skull Base and Open Cerebrovascular Neurosurgery
Residency
University of North Carolina Hospitals
Neurosurgery
Internship
University of North Carolina Hospitals
General Surgery
Medical School
University of Wisconsin–Madison

Professional Certifications

  • American Board of Neurological Surgery — Neurological Surgery

Dr. Sasaki-Adams' Research

Selected Publications

  • Necarsulmer J, Reed S, Arhin M, Shastri D, Quig N, Yap E, Ho J, Sasaki-Adams D. Cumulative Radiation Exposure in Aneurysmal Subarachnoid Hemorrhage: A Single-Institution Analysis. World Neurosurg. 2022 Sep; 165():e432-e437. doi: 10.1016/j.wneu.2022.06.072 PMID: 35738532.
    View in Pubmed: 35738532
  • Lenze NR, Quinsey C, Sasaki-Adams D, Ewend MG, Thorp BD, Ebert CS Jr, Zanation AM. Comparative Outcomes by Surgical Approach in Patients with Malignant Sinonasal Disease. J Neurol Surg B Skull Base. 2022 Jun; 83(Suppl 2):e353-e359. doi: 10.1055/s-0041-1729978 PMID: 35832968.
    View in Pubmed: 35832968

Latest Publications

Publications listed below are automatically derived from MEDLINE/PubMed and other sources, which might result in incorrect or missing publications.

    Conditions Diagnosed or Treated by Dr. Sasaki-Adams

    UAMS Health providers care for a broad range of conditions, some of which may not be listed below.

    • Acoustic Neuroma
    • Brain Aneurysm
    • Skull Base Tumors
    • Vascular Malformations

    Dr. Sasaki-Adams' Areas of Expertise

    Doctor and patient using digital tablet in hospital

    Neurosurgery

    Our neurosurgeons perform research, multiple clinical trials and are the leaders for simple and complex surgeries not available at other centers in Arkansas.

    View Area of Expertise
    Doctors, Nurses and Paramedics Push Gurney

    Stroke Care

    UAMS Medical Center is the first comprehensive stroke center in Arkansas certified by the Joint Commission and the only one in central Arkansas.

    View Area of Expertise

    Locations Where Dr. Sasaki-Adams Practices

    Neurosurgery Clinic

    Neurosurgery Clinic , Primary Location

    501 Jack Stephens Drive
    UAMS Jackson T. Stephens Spine and Neuroscience Institute
    Little Rock, AR 72205

    Appointment Phone Number
    501-686-5270
    New and Returning Patients
    View Location Get Directions

    Patient Ratings & Reviews

    Average Ratings

    Likelihood of recommending this provider
    4.7 out of 5
    Provider discussed treatment options
    4.7 out of 5
    Provider explained things clearly
    4.7 out of 5
    Provider included you in decisions
    4.7 out of 5
    Provider showed concern
    4.7 out of 5

    Overall: 4.7 out of 5

    (197 Ratings, 42 Comments)

    Individual Reviews

    5 out of 5

    Comment

    Incredible interaction with Dr Sasaki-Adams. She took so much time with us. We were not rushed at all. She is wonderful.

    Date

    Feb 10, 2026
    5 out of 5

    Comment

    The care providers have always been good but get better each time we visit. This is what we expected when we came to UAMS in the beginning. You were already the high mark according to our knowledge, and word of mouth from others, some that had been patients at UAMS.

    Date

    Feb 08, 2026
    5 out of 5

    Comment

    Explained in detail the treatment plan for my diagnosis

    Date

    Jan 20, 2026
    5 out of 5

    Comment

    Good

    Date

    Jan 20, 2026
    5 out of 5

    Comment

    We feel so blessed to have Dr. Sasaki-Adams as our surgeon and physician.

    Date

    Jan 14, 2026
    5 out of 5

    Comment

    Dr. Sasaki-Adams is very professional and always has the best bedside manner. We met the NP for the first time and she seemed very knowledgeable and professional as well. Overall great experience. I appreciate that this doctor doesn't leave you in suspense. Its nice to know your test results ASAP instead of drawing it out causing extra stress.

    Date

    Jan 09, 2026
    More Recent Reviews
    5 out of 5

    Comment

    Incredible interaction with Dr Sasaki-Adams. She took so much time with us. We were not rushed at all. She is wonderful.

    Date

    Feb 10, 2026
    5 out of 5

    Comment

    The care providers have always been good but get better each time we visit. This is what we expected when we came to UAMS in the beginning. You were already the high mark according to our knowledge, and word of mouth from others, some that had been patients at UAMS.

    Date

    Feb 08, 2026
    5 out of 5

    Comment

    Explained in detail the treatment plan for my diagnosis

    Date

    Jan 20, 2026
    5 out of 5

    Comment

    Good

    Date

    Jan 20, 2026
    5 out of 5

    Comment

    We feel so blessed to have Dr. Sasaki-Adams as our surgeon and physician.

    Date

    Jan 14, 2026
    5 out of 5

    Comment

    Dr. Sasaki-Adams is very professional and always has the best bedside manner. We met the NP for the first time and she seemed very knowledgeable and professional as well. Overall great experience. I appreciate that this doctor doesn't leave you in suspense. Its nice to know your test results ASAP instead of drawing it out causing extra stress.

    Date

    Jan 09, 2026
    4 out of 5

    Comment

    Good

    Date

    Jan 09, 2026
    5 out of 5

    Comment

    I could not ask for a more thorough and caring team. Truly great doctors.

    Date

    Dec 02, 2025
    5 out of 5

    Comment

    Professional and courteous.

    Date

    Nov 16, 2025
    2.6 out of 5

    Comment

    The appointment was okay but I did not get to see my mri scans and the radiologist had not yet given results. After those results did come I messaged the provider with questions and none of those were answered and I felt my concerns regarding the results were dismissed.

    Date

    Nov 11, 2025

    Make an Appointment With Dr. Sasaki-Adams

    Appointments for new patients are by referral only.

    Existing patients can make an appointment by requesting an appointment online through UAMS Health MyChart or by contacting the clinic directly.

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