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Neurosurgery
UC Health is home to Cincinnati’s most experienced team of neurosurgeons, advancing neurosurgical care since 1937. Our team are the leading surgical experts on the brain, skull base, spine and nervous system.
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For more than 80 years, UC Health Neurosurgery has been a source of hope for patients and providers. Our team of experts is constantly pursuing cutting-edge research and innovative treatments for brain, spine and nerve disorders—from the common to the most difficult to treat. Home to more than a dozen subspecialty-trained neurosurgeons and some of the most skilled neurological nurses in the region, our multidisciplinary team collaborates every day to deliver personalized, patient-centered care.
Our Unique Approach
Others See Challenges, We Find Answers
Our neurosurgeons are experts with years of training and vast experience who focus on each patient as an individual. We are determined to provide every patient with the answers and support they deserve. We are the region’s subspecialty referral destination with clinic locations conveniently located in Clifton, Florence and West Chester.
Awarded among the top 1% in the nation for patient experience.
10 active clinical trials in the areas of spine, stroke and neurotrauma.
24/7 Neurosurgical and endovascular treatments for complex disorders.
A dedicated Neuro ICU, ready for any traumatic brain or spinal cord injury.
FEATURED BENEFIT
Leaders in World-Class Care and Innovation
As the region’s only academic health system, our specialists are leading research and clinical trials, bringing the newest treatments to improve patient outcomes, while training future generations of neurosurgeons.
AUTHORING BREAKTHROUGHS
Extensive Experience and Subspecialty Training
Innovative Brain Tumor Treatment
From traditional to minimally invasive, we offer advanced approaches for treating brain and pituitary tumors, including radiosurgery, brain mapping and endoscopic techniques.
More Options for Parkinson’s & Epilepsy
We provide advanced treatment options for patients with functional conditions, including deep brain stimulation, responsive nerve stimulators and laser ablation.
Next-level Spine Care
Whether you have a simple condition or a complex spinal need, you’ll receive care rooted in the best available treatments tailored to your exact needs by leading experts.
Patient Stories
From Tragedy to Triumph – Paul’s Complex Spinal Surgery Story
When Paul Westhafer’s life was on the line, there was only one team he could trust to perform the complex surgery he needed—the UC Gardner Neuroscience Institute team.
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