1041 North 29th Street, 
Billings, MT 

Overview

Dr. Alex Rugino is a board-certified neurosurgeon specializing in the diagnosis and surgical treatment of conditions affecting the brain, spine, and nervous system. Based in Billings, Montana, Dr. Rugino is committed to investigating a patient�s source of pain and surgically correcting them to improve their quality of life.

He treats a wide range of neurological conditions, including spinal disorders, brain tumors, traumatic injuries, and degenerative spine diseases. With a philosophy rooted in surgical excellence and individualized care, Dr. Rugino collaborates closely with each patient to develop treatment plans prioritizing safety, function, and quality of life.

�I treat every patient like family; my goal is to improve people�s lives.�

Dr. Rugino values open communication and takes the time to ensure patients and their families understand their diagnosis, options, and recovery process. He proudly serves the Billings community and surrounding region with leading-edge neurosurgical care.

Outside the operating room, Dr. Rugino enjoys staying active and fit and spending time with his two children.

His top areas of expertise are Subdural Hematoma, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, and Stroke.

His clinical research consists of co-authoring 3 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.

Graduate Institution
Lake Erie College Of Osteopathic Medicine, 2016
Residency
Doctors Hospital - Ohio Health
Specialties
Neurosurgery
Licenses
Physician Assistant in PA
Board Certifications
American Osteopathic Board Of Surgery
Hospital Affiliations
St. James Hospital
St. Vincent Regional Hospital
Languages Spoken
English
Gender
Male

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Locations

St. Vincent Neurosurgery
1041 North 29th Street, Billings, MT 59101
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