At UC Health, we lead the region in scientific discoveries and embrace a spirit of purpose – offering our patients and their families something beyond everyday healthcare. At UC Health, we offer hope.
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.
Research
ACTIVE AND VIBRANT RESEARCH
We Are Committed To Advancing Medical Options.
The best medical programs in the world are part of leading-edge research aimed at improving public health and developing new medical treatments. As the Region’s only adult academic medical center, we house vibrant research programs that include ongoing clinical trials, actively initiating studies to bring new therapies and diagnostic tests to patients in Greater Cincinnati and around the world.
We Actively Seek Medical Discoveries.
Nationally and internationally recognized for its research efforts, the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine and UC Health has a long and distinguished history of medical discoveries. Our premier surgeon-scientists and postdoctoral researchers pursue innovative and exciting research, focused on applying their discoveries directly to the bedside to advance patient care.
Referrals
REFERRING A PATIENT
Our Teams Build Strong Collaborative Partnerships With Referring Providers.
We are committed to providing optimal care to your patient and open communication with you. As a referring physician, we understand that you need to be kept informed on your patient’s progress. That’s why we set up a toolbox to share detailed information about your patient’s health with you.
To refer a patient, call 513-475-UCMD (8263)
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
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.
Our Providers
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HOW YOU CAN CONTRIBUTE
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By advancing medicine, our life-changing research and treatments help countless patients here and around the world. Please donate today.