Gilbert Cadena is a Neurosurgery provider in St Cloud, Minnesota. Dr. Cadena has been practicing medicine for over 18 years is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Apoplexy, Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET), Posterior Fossa Tumor, Endoscopic Transnasal Transsphenoidal Surgery, and Awake Craniotomy.

Jeffrey Gerdes is a Neurosurgery provider in St Cloud, Minnesota. Dr. Gerdes is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Spinal Stenosis, Subdural Hematoma, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Microdiscectomy, and Herniated Disc Surgery.

Timothy Hopkins is a Neurosurgery provider in Saint Cloud, Minnesota. Dr. Hopkins is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Subdural Hematoma, Delirium, Vertebroplasty, and Bone Graft.

I am a general neurosurgeon for cranial and spinal problems.|Why I Love My Work|I do my best to improve the patients quality of life from them suffering from neurological problems.|Getting to Know Me|I was born and raised in Lincoln, Nebraska. I’ve worked at CentraCare clinic for over 20 years. I’m married with two grown children who keep us busy and happy. Dr. Falloon is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Cervical Spondylosis, Spinal Stenosis, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Microdiscectomy, and Herniated Disc Surgery.

I live Neurosurgery. I am the Medical Director for the St. Cloud Hospital Center for Neurosciences.|My clinical interests include cerebrovascular neurosurgery, including brain aneurysm clipping; arteriovenous malformation; extracranial-intracranial bypass surgery, among others; skull-based tumors; minimally invasive spine surgery; complex spine surgery; hydrocephalus; and trauma.|Why I Love My Work|I have the privilege of sharing some of the most difficult life challenges with my patients and colleagues. I welcome the responsibility of helping my patients navigate through occasionally very treacherous obstacles. There is nothing more satisfying to me than to achieve the best possible outcome with the least harm.|Getting to Know Me|In my free time, I enjoy quality time with my family and traveling. To expand my mind, I read widely. To maintain physical readiness, I run and lift weights. Dr. Kennedy is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Subdural Hematoma, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Delirium, Awake Craniotomy, and Gastrostomy.

Joseph Spinelli is a Neurosurgery provider in Saint Cloud, Minnesota. His top areas of expertise are Subdural Hematoma, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Stroke, and Delirium.

Eric Rudd is a Neurosurgery provider in Waite Park, Minnesota.

Warren Ishida is a Neurosurgery provider in Saint Cloud, Minnesota.

I work directly with a neurosurgeon to provide care for patients with brain, spinal and peripheral nerve issues.|Why I Love My Work|I love my work because I enjoy helping patients get their quality of life back.|Getting to Know Me|An interesting fact about me is that I am attempting to run in all 50 states!.

My philosophy of care centers on fostering open communication and shared decision-making with my patients. I believe that providing informed, compassionate care empowers patients to take an active role in their health. I strive to understand individual goals and priorities to help patients achieve the best possible quality of life.|Why I Love My Work|I love that my role as a physician assistant allows me to combine lifelong learning with patient-centered care. Each day brings new opportunities to expand my knowledge, educate patients and provide them with the tools they need to improve their health and overall quality of life.|Getting to Know Me|In my free time, I enjoy traveling, running and playing pickleball or golf with friends and family. Staying active and traveling are some of my favorite ways to recharge. I value any opportunity to connect with others and explore new experiences, both personally and professionally.

I think it’s important to truly listen to my patients concerns and work together with them to develop an appropriate plan of care. I enjoy being able see patients improve their quality of life with some of the procedures and interventions we can offer.|Why I Love My Work|I enjoy the complexity and variety in my day to day practice. I grew up in the area and enjoy being able to serve the people in the community I was raised in.|Getting to Know Me|In my free time, I enjoy spending time with my family and being outdoors. I especially enjoy gardening, kayaking and spending time at the lake.

I work closely with the physicians in the clinic and surgery to help patients get back to their regular routines.|Why I Love My Work|I enjoy helping patients improve their quality of life by being part of their care team from start to finish.|Getting to Know Me|In my free time, I enjoy sewing, piano, water skiing and spending time with my family.

I assist in surgery and see patients in clinic. My passion is optimizing patients’ health, prior to spine surgery — especially those who are diabetic, use nicotine or have an elevated Body Mass Index — to improve their outcomes after surgery.|Why I Love My Work|I enjoy creating collaborative plans with patients and educating them so they can comprehend their diagnosis.|Getting to Know Me|In my free time, I enjoy sewing, crocheting, cooking, bicycling, traveling, being involved with my local church and spending time with family and friends.

I take a comprehensive, patient-centered approach to neurosurgical care, emphasizing open communication and individualized treatment planning. By understanding the unique needs of patients, I can work collaboratively with them to develop the most effective and personalized care strategy.|My clinical expertise includes managing a wide range of spinal disorders, such as degenerative, traumatic, neoplastic and vascular conditions. I also treat a variety of intracranial diseases, including brain tumors and other common neurological conditions.|I am committed to providing compassionate, evidence-based care that supports and empowers patients through every stage of their treatment journeys.|Why I Love My Work|What I enjoy most about my work is helping patients regain function and quality of life —often during some of the most challenging moments of their lives. It’s incredibly rewarding to guide individuals and families through complex neurosurgical care with compassion, clarity and hope.|Getting to Know Me|Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my family and dogs, as well as staying active through running and cycling.

I believe patients receive the best care when they, along with their families, and health care providers are focused on the same goal. My philosophy of care is to empower my patients by helping them understand their health and care options so they can make an educated decision. My clinical interests include neurology, neurosurgery, and acute care.|Why I Love My Work|I found a love for medicine when my brother became sick at the age of 12. I was amazed by the medical team and their ability to help my brother return to his normal life. Since then, I knew I was meant to guide people through their health journey. After spending 14 years as an RN, caring for neuroscience and spine patients at CentraCare - St. Cloud Hospital, I wanted to provide more comprehensive care therefore, I decided to pursue career advancement as a nurse practitioner.|Getting to Know Me|I enjoy spending time with my family and the many outdoor activities Minnesota has to offer. I am excited to help and serve the community that I was raised in.