As part of the region’s only academic health system, we diagnose and treat some of the world’s most complex back, neck and spine conditions. We focus on early, accurate diagnosis and patient support. Our doctors specialize in non-surgical, minimally-invasive techniques and traditional surgery, we bring together experts across subspecialties to get you on the path to recovery.
The UC Gardner Neuroscience Institute
Cincinnati’s center for neurological and neurosurgical care, research and hope—delivered by world-renowned specialists, shaping new standards of care and training future leaders.
UC Gardner Neuroscience Institute
Cincinnati's #1 Provider for Neuroscience Care
The UC Gardner Neuroscience Institute is ranked Cincinnati’s most preferred for neuroscience care.*
Our multidisciplinary approach brings advanced treatment, and new hope, to patients facing even the most challenging brain, spine and nerve conditions.
*NRC Health, FY25 Market Insights, Cincinnati-Middletown
UC Gardner Neuroscience Institute
National Recognition for Stroke and Skull Base Care
The UC Health Skull Base Team holds the Multidisciplinary Team of Distinction designation from the North American Skull Base Society.
Our researchers were instrumental in developing and testing tissue plasminogen activator (tPA), a groundbreaking clot-busting drug used to treat acute ischemic stroke. tPA was the first FDA-approved medical treatment for strokes caused by blood clots.
UC Gardner Neuroscience Institute
Advanced Epilepsy and Research Leadership
UC Health's Epilepsy Center—the region’s only Level IV epilepsy center for adults with 24-hour monitoring—offers the highest level of specialized care.
UC Gardner Neuroscience Institute
Support Advanced Patient Care, Research and Vital Programs
UC Health and UC College of Medicine house over 90 established chairs/professorships—an astounding testament to the important role philanthropy serves in our system. A gift to the UC Health Foundation directly supports advanced patient care, groundbreaking research, leading education and vital programs at the UC Gardner Neuroscience Institute.
Our Specialties
Our Centers and Specialties
Explore the depth of our neurologic and neurosurgical expertise. UC Gardner Neuroscience Institute integrates more than 16 leading centers and specialties to deliver advanced, personalized care for patients facing brain, spine and nerve conditions.
Back, Neck and Spine Center
Brain Tumor Center
Comprehensive Stroke Center
Epilepsy Center
Headache and Facial Pain Center
Memory Care and Brain Health Center
Mood Disorders Center
Neurocritical Care
Neuromuscular Center
Neurosurgery
Neurotrauma Center
Parkinson's Disease & Movement Disorder
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
Skull Base Center
Smell, Hearing & Communication Disorders
Waddell Center for Multiple Sclerosis
Brain Tumor Center
Comprehensive Stroke Center
Epilepsy Center
Headache and Facial Pain Center
Memory Care and Brain Health Center
Mood Disorders Center
Neurocritical Care
Neuromuscular Center
Neurosurgery
Neurotrauma Center
Parkinson's Disease & Movement Disorder
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
Skull Base Center
Smell, Hearing & Communication Disorders
Waddell Center for Multiple Sclerosis
Back, Neck and Spine Center
Brain Tumor Center
Comprehensive Stroke Center
Epilepsy Center
Headache and Facial Pain Center
Brain Tumor Center
Comprehensive Stroke Center
Epilepsy Center
Headache and Facial Pain Center
Memory Care and Brain Health Center
Mood Disorders Center
Neurocritical Care
Neuromuscular Center
Neurosurgery
Mood Disorders Center
Neurocritical Care
Neuromuscular Center
Neurosurgery
Authoring Breakthroughs
Advancing Patient Care Through Unmatched Expertise, Research and Recognition
Our unique approach
Uniting Strengths for Personalized Care
Expert teams collaborate across specialties, combining deep compassion, advanced research and leading technology to guide you and your family through every step of complex neurological care.
200+
Providers from 18+ specialties
2,700+
Neurosurgical procedures performed each year
120+
Research studies and clinical trials our team is involved in each year
$80M+
Awarded research dollars in the past five years
Featured Specialty
Personalized Brain Tumor Care
We know a brain tumor diagnosis is overwhelming. At UC Health’s Brain Tumor Center, our expert team delivers rapid access to advanced care - including appointments within 72 hours, leading-edge technology and clinical trials unique to our region. Patients also receive guidance from a dedicated nurse navigator throughout their journey.
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 Health team.
How to Contribute
Support Progress in Neuroscience
Your gift to the UC Health Foundation directly supports advanced patient care, groundbreaking research, leading education and vital programs at the UC Gardner Neuroscience Institute.
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