25 of the Best Neurosurgeons Near Me

"""My name is Justin Cohen and I am a neurosurgeon with fellowship training in complex spine surgery. I am interested in treating both spinal and cranial pathologies, including degenerative disc disease, radiculopathy, myelopathy, spinal oncology, brain tumors, intracerebral hemorrhage and cranial/spinal trauma. I have a clinical interest in motion preservation surgery, minimally invasive surgery and the use of intraoperative navigation and robotics. First and foremost, I am here for you as the patient. I focus my treatment on your primary concern, and together we create a plan to make it better. Although I am a surgeon, my goal is to treat you as conservatively as possible to help you reach whatever treatment goal you have. I look forward to starting this journey with you.". His clinical expertise encompasses Cervical Myelopathy. Dr. Cohen is currently accepting new patients.

Lauren Scott, FNP, is a board-certified family nurse practitioner specializing in neurosurgery and wound care. Lauren graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University with a Master of Science in nursing in 2011 and is certified by the American Nurses Credentialing Center. She began her career as a family nurse practitioner at a primary care and internal medicine practice in Fredericksburg. Over the last decade, her experience as a nurse practitioner has included providing occupational health and wellness care for federal law enforcement agencies, vascular surgery and advanced wound care. Lauren’s practice philosophy is to be open and honest, caring for patients as she would her own friends and family. She believes that having the opportunity to positively impact patients as a member of their healthcare team is both a blessing and honor. Her goal is to educate patients and their families, while working together to determine the best treatment plan for each individual. Originally from Fredericksburg, she has lived all over the country as her husband is active duty Air Force. In Hampton Roads, Lauren is happy to be closer to family and friends and enjoys the proximity to both the ocean and the mountains. She and her husband have two children and two dogs. Lauren enjoys working out, traveling, walking her dogs and reading. Dr. Scott is board certified in American Nurses Credentialing Center - Family Nurse Practitioner.

Katie Duque is a certified physician assistant (PA-C) with the Orlando Health Neuroscience Institute. She assists neurosurgeons with cerebrovascular, brain tumor and spine and spinal cord surgeries and with a variety of procedures, including: Repair of traumatic spinal cord injury Laminectomy Laminotomy Ventriculoperitoneal shunt Craniotomy Tumor resection in brain and spinal cord Cervical and lumbar fusion Epidural, subdural and intracranial hemorrhage relief Katie strives to treat her patients with dignity, empathy and understanding and views her role as a bridge between the neurosurgeons and other physicians involved in patient care. Katie's Training Katie received her bachelor's degree in dietetics and nutrition from Florida International University in Miami and earned her master's degree in physician assistant studies from AdventHealth University in Orlando. About Katie Katie is certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants and licensed as a PA in Florida. She is a member of the American Academy of Physician Assistants, Florida Academy of Physician Assistants and Delta Epsilon Iota academic honor society.

Alexa Privratsky is a physician assistant who assists with the surgical care of brain and spine conditions. She treats a variety of neurological injuries and illnesses, including: Alexa’s services include: Speaks: English. Dr. Privratsky is board certified in National Commission On Certification Of Physician Assistants.

Rachael specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation of brain and spinal diseases. Speaks: English. Dr. Burns is board certified in National Commission On Certification Of Physician Assistants.

Elizabeth Schmele is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Charlotte, North Carolina. She has been practicing medicine for over 6 years. Dr. Schmele is board certified in Physician Assistant.

William Beshears is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Winston-salem, North Carolina. Dr. Beshears is board certified in Nurse Practitioner, Gerontology.

Rhonda Elliott is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Salisbury, North Carolina. Dr. Elliott is board certified in Physician Assistant.

Justin Murray is a Neurologist and a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Orlando, Florida.

Dr. Mauricio Avila is a neurosurgeon who specializes in complex and minimally invasive spine surgery for an array of spinal conditions and disorders, including spinal deformities, degenerative spine disease, spinal trauma, spine tumors, spinal cord tumors, spinal infections, spinal stenosis, sciatica, neck and back pain, scoliosis, and spondylolisthesis. Dr. Avila's mission is to help patients and their families understand their spine conditions and treatment options (non-surgical and surgical), utilizing the most up-to-date, evidence-based practice and techniques. He performs disc replacement, less invasive spine surgery, spinal instrumentation, spinal reconstruction, spine and back surgery, spondylolisthesis reduction surgery, and vertebroplasty. Dr. Avila is an assistant professor with the Division of Neurosurgery in the Department of Surgery at Saint Louis University School of Medicine. He is a member of the Congress of Neurological Surgeons; American Association of Neurological Surgeons; AO Spine Foundation; and North American Spine Society. Fun fact: Dr. Avila speaks three languages. His clinical expertise encompasses Sciatica, Vertebroplasty, and Spinal Stenosis. Dr. Avila is board certified in Drug Enforcement Administration , Missouri Dept Of Health/Narcotics&Dangerous Drugs , and Missouri State Board Of Registration.

Madeline Wallenburg is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in S Saint Louis Park, Minnesota. Dr. Wallenburg is board certified in NCCPA-National Committee On Certification Of Physician Assistants. Dr. Wallenburg is currently accepting new patients.

Ms. Miller earned a Bachelor of Professional Studies in Health Care Management at University System of New Hampshire, her undergraduate Physician Assistant degree from Kettering College of Medical Arts in Kettering, Ohio and a Master of Science for Practicing Physician Assistants from Finch University of Health Sciences/The Chicago Medical School. She has been a board-certified physician assistant since 1983. Ms. Miller has over 30 years of clinical experience, with the last 15 years of her career devoted to the care of neurosurgical patients. She holds a particular interest in assisting with neurological surgeries and providing pre- and post-operative care within the hospital setting. Ms. Miller has enjoyed spending time on the water as a competitive adult rower and a US Rowing Referee. She and her husband have two children. Dr. Miller is board certified in National Commission On Certification Of Physician Assistants - Certified Physician Assistant.

Matthew Hill, PA-C, specializes in Surgery - Neurological at MercyOne Des Moines Neurosurgery in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Hill is currently accepting new patients.

Hannah Krauter is a certified nurse practitioner who treats neurological conditions such as: Speaks: English. Dr. Krauter is board certified in American Academy Of Nurse Practitioners: Family.

Nicole Vivelo is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Seattle, Washington. She has been practicing medicine for over 14 years. Dr. Vivelo is board certified in Acute Care Nurse Practitioner, American Association Of Critical-Care Nurses.

Maricruz Rivera, MD, PhD, is a neurosurgeon at Ascension Medical Group Seton Neurosurgery - Williamson in Round Rock, Texas near Austin, TX. Dr. Rivera specializes in the treatment of cerebrovascular disorders including aneurysms, vascular malformations and carotid occlusive disease, along with brain tumor and degenerative spine disease treatment. Dr. Rivera is currently accepting new patients.

Jessica Hansen, PA-C, approaches the care of adult neurosurgery patients with a combination of collaborative expertise, empathy and a commitment to open communication. Warm and understanding, Jessica creates a comfortable environment for patients to ask questions and share their health concerns. Her goal is to empower her patients with knowledge about their condition and its treatment options so they may become active participants in their health care journey.Jessica is a member of the American Academy of Physician Assistants, Washington Academy of Physician Assistants and National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants.In her free time, Jessica enjoys singing, gardening, traveling, snowshoeing, hiking, and spending time with friends and family. Dr. Hansen is board certified in National Commission On Certification Of Physician Assistants. Dr. Hansen is currently accepting new patients.

Ashtyn C. Stang, PA-C, is a Physician Assistant specializing Neurosurgery at Ascension Medical Group Illinois - Brain and Spine Elk Grove in Elk Grove Village, IL. She listens to understand your neurologic concerns and goals, taking the time to get to know your health history, then works with your neurologist to create a personalized care plan that's right for you. Dr. Stang is board certified in National Commission On Certification Of Physician Assistants - Physician Assistant - Certified (PA-C). Dr. Stang is currently accepting new patients.

Jaclyn Baloga is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Miami, Florida. She has been practicing medicine for over 18 years. Dr. Baloga is currently accepting new patients.

Cotton is neurosurgery practitioner that specializes in Neuroendovascular. He practices at Avera Medical Group Neurosurgery Sioux Falls.

Hayley Heimes is a certified nurse practitioner at Avera Brain and Spine Institute in Sioux Falls. Dr. Heimes is board certified in AANP American Academy Of Nurse Practitioners ANCC Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner.

Charles Taylon is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Omaha, Nebraska. Dr. Taylon is board certified in Neurological Surgery - American Board Of Neurological Surgery.

Matthew Cummock is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Miami, Florida. Dr. Cummock is currently accepting new patients.

Joseph Thompson is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Saint Paul, Minnesota. Dr. Thompson is board certified in NCCPA-National Committee On Certification Of Physician Assistants. Dr. Thompson is currently accepting new patients.

Vince earned his Doctor of Nursing Practice from Old Dominion University. He is board-certified as a Family Nurse Practitioner by the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners. He is also a certified neuroscience nurse as well as a stroke certified registered nurse. He works closely with patients and their families in the hospital setting. Vince holds a particular interest in working with the families and the prevention and treatment of brain tumors. Outside of the office, he enjoys biking. Dr. Mertz is board certified in American Academy Of Nurse Practitioners - Family Nurse Practitioner and American Nurses Credentialing Center - Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner.