Neurosurgery (Brain Surgery)

Neurosurgery is a specialized field of medicine focused on the surgical treatment of disorders affecting the nervous system, including the brain, spinal cord, and peripheral nerves. Neurosurgeons perform operations to treat conditions such as brain tumors, spinal cord injuries, aneurysms, herniated discs, and nerve damage, aiming to restore function and relieve pain. Neurosurgeons can also provide injections for pain.

You should talk to your primary care provider about seeing a neurosurgeon if you experience any of the following:

• Brain tumors or abnormal growths
• Chronic or severe back and neck pain not responding to other treatments
• Herniated or slipped discs causing nerve pain or weakness
• Nerve injuries affecting movement or sensation
• Spinal cord injuries or trauma
• Symptoms of brain aneurysms or vascular malformations
• Uncontrolled seizures or epilepsy requiring surgical intervention
• Weakness, numbness, or paralysis linked to nervous system disorders
• Persistent headaches linked to neurological conditions

Seeing a neurosurgeon early can be critical for timely diagnosis and treatment of serious nervous system conditions.

Neurosurgeons treat a wide range of conditions, including but not limited to:

• Brain tumors
• Herniated or degenerative spinal discs
• Hydrocephalus
• Spinal stenosis
• Stroke-related conditions
• Traumatic brain injuries
• Trigeminal neuralgia
• Vascular malformations (e.g., aneurysms, AVMs)