Neurological care

To enhance the abilities of our highly trained neurosurgeons, our hospital continues to build on our technological resources. Our skilled neuro-imaging specialists can diagnose and monitor your condition with a variety of tools, including:

• Complex diagnostic imaging exams
  • Carotid duplex ultrasound
  • Computerized tomography (CT)
  • Diffusion-weighted imaging (DWI)
  • Extracranial ultrasonography
  • Magnetic resonance angiography (MRA)
  • Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)
  • Transcranial doppler
  • Transesophageal echocardiography (TEE)
  • Transthoracic echocardiography (TTE)
• Continuous electroencephalogram (EEG) monitoring
• State-of-the-art neuromonitoring

We are committed to improving the range of the brain and spine procedures we offer. Our surgical and nonsurgical treatments include:

• Ablation and vagal nerve stimulation (VNS)
• Brain and spinal tumor resections
• Deep brain stimulation (DBS)
• Designated neurocritical care services and treatments
• Interventional pain management techniques and procedures
• Physical, occupational and speech therapies
• Robot-assisted brain and spine surgery
• Stereotactic and image-guided neurosurgery
• Stroke treatments

Learn more about our neurological care specialists and the conditions they treat.

Neurointerventional treatments

With the addition of a neurointerventional biplane angiography system, we can treat severe, sometimes life-threatening conditions. Using this system, our skilled neurointerventionalists can now treat a variety of head, neck and spine conditions using a minimally invasive approach.

The neurointerventional biplane angiography system uses two mounted rotating cameras that take simultaneous pictures, creating detailed images of the vessels and soft tissue anatomy. The images taken are brought together digitally to form a 3D image of the area being treated. Using these detailed images, our physicians can map the path of blood flow through the vessels in your neck and head.

Spine care

We treat a wide range of back and neck conditions, including spinal disorders and injuries. By offering you and your loved ones a variety of neurological procedures to choose from, we aim to increase your overall quality of life.

Stereotactic brain surgery

Stereotactic surgery is a minimally invasive procedure that involves small incisions and precise resections and offers minimal disturbance to surrounding brain tissue. Our neurosurgeons use specialized microscopes that allow superior visualization inside your body and image-guided navigation for greater accuracy. This system helps our surgeons perform delicate procedures with enhanced precision, often resulting in positive outcomes.

Stroke care

As a Comprehensive Stroke Center, our emergency room (ER) offers diagnostics and treatments for all types of stroke. We are also recognized by The American Heart Association for excellence in stroke care.

Our interventional neuroradiologists provide 24/7, rapid treatment for stroke and other neurological events. After you are treated, we will guide you through recovery, with education, physical therapy and emotional support.

Transcarotid artery revascularization (TCAR)

TCAR is a breakthrough technology used to treat carotid artery disease. This innovative procedure involves direct access to the carotid artery through a small incision at the neckline. The TCAR procedure is performed in less than half the time of carotid endarterectomy (CEA), limits stress on the heart and significantly decreases the risk of you having a stroke or heart attack during the procedure.

Individuals who undergo the TCAR procedure often recover quickly and typically go home the next day with less discomfort, smaller scars and a reduced risk of future strokes.

We facilitate a stroke and brain injury support group for you, your family and your caregivers. Our support group helps people who have been affected by neurological conditions, such as brain aneurysm, stroke or AVM.

Our meetings address topics such as:

• Brain exercises
• Coping strategies
• Depression
• Nutrition
• Social reintegration

We meet on the second Tuesday of each month from 6:00pm to 7:30pm. Meetings are free and open to the public. For more information about our meetings, you can view group session dates and times on our calendar.

Benefits of attending a support group

Social isolation can lead to poor outcomes after experiencing a neurological event or diagnosis. That’s why social support is an important part of the recovery process.

It’s encouraging to learn that you are not alone. Through our support group, participants can express their shared experiences and struggles among people who can understand and relate to them. Members of support groups benefit from:

• Emotional and moral support
• Establishing social networks
• Feeling accepted, understood and empowered
• Having a place to share personal stories
• Learning from people who can relate to your experiences
• Making strides toward self-discovery
• Obtaining information from health professionals, including wellness plans