What to Do After a Meningioma Diagnosis

Meningiomas are the most common brain tumors, and most are benign, slow-growing, and discovered by accident. But location matters—especially at the skull base, where nerves and blood vessels are tightly packed. Neurosurgeon William Couldwell, MD, explains what a meningioma is, why some never need treatment, and what happens when symptoms appear. He outlines how specialists decide between monitoring, surgery, or radiation, and why experience and a dedicated skull base team are critical for safe, effective care.