Neurosurgery

To make an adult appointment, call 314-362-3577.
To make a children’s appointment, call 314-454-2810.

WashU Medicine neurosurgeons provide expert care for adults and children with disorders of the brain, spine, skull and nervous system. Our team combines advanced surgical techniques with leading research to deliver compassionate, patient-centered care.

Conditions we treat

Our specialists treat a wide range of neurological conditions, including:

• Brain tumors
• Aneurysms
• Arteriovenous malformations (AVMs)
• Stroke
• Degenerative spine and disc disease
• Nerve compression syndromes, including trigeminal neuralgia
• Carotid artery blockage
• Pituitary tumors
• Parkinson’s disease
• Optic nerve disorders

Specialized services

We offer advanced treatments and procedures, including:

• Cerebrovascular surgery
• Craniosynostosis treatment
• Epilepsy surgery
• Functional neurosurgery
• Gamma Knife radiosurgery
• Movement disorder surgery, including deep brain stimulation
• Pediatric neurosurgery
• Skull base surgery
• Spine surgery
• Trauma surgery

Advanced technology and programs

Our neurosurgeons use state-of-the-art technology to improve precision and outcomes, including:

• Cortical mapping
• Intraoperative angiography
• Multidisciplinary Pituitary Center
• Radiosurgery
• Stereotactic neurosurgery
• Surgical navigation

Visit our Neurosurgery Department to learn more about neurosurgery and to find a neurosurgeon near you.