Bassam Hadi, MD

I’m Bassam Hadi, MD, a board-certified neurosurgeon with more than 30 years of experience. I joined Phelps Health in April 2026 and provide compassionate care for adult patients with a wide range of neurosurgical conditions, including degenerative spine disorders, spinal infections, traumatic injuries and spinal tumors.

Medicine has always been more than a career for me—it is a calling rooted in a deep desire to serve others. Neurosurgery, in particular, drew me in because of its complexity and its ability to dramatically improve patients’ quality of life. I approach every case with the same care and respect I would want for my own family, treating each patient as I would wish to be treated.

I view my work as sacred and consider it a privilege to help people through some of their most challenging health issues. I chose Phelps Health because of the exceptional people and the opportunity to bring advanced spine and neurosurgical care closer to the community. Having previously held privileges here before the pandemic, I was already impressed by the dedication and warmth of the team.

Although I live in St. Louis and I cherish that area, I have very much enjoyed the raw, genuine community in Rolla. I truly enjoy my time here and the welcoming people I’ve had the pleasure of working with.