Neurosurgery - Ascension Medical Group Saint Thomas Howell Allen West

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The treatments for brain, spine and nervous system conditions will vary depending on the specific type of condition you have. Before beginning treatment, your doctor will take the time to listen to understand you and your health needs to develop a personalized care plan that’s right for you. They will likely look at many factors in order to suggest the right approach, including: Your age and general health The type and location of your condition How serious your condition is Risks of treatment side effects or complications Your personal preferences There are many possible treatment options your doctor may suggest, including: medications, surgery and/or rehabilitation. And rest assured that surgery is rarely the first option, but when it’s needed, our surgeons are ready to deliver the care you need.

Our commitment is to help keep you and your family safe while you’re receiving care in our ERs, hospitals, doctor’s offices and outpatient centers. We have strong safety precautions in place--such as maintaining proper social distancing in waiting rooms, having caregivers wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and rigorously cleaning and disinfecting all areas more often. Don’t delay getting the care you need at this time.

We take the time to listen to you to understand your individual needs. Then, we’ll create a personalized care plan that’s right for you. Treatment options may include: physical therapy, medication, minimally invasive surgery and advanced procedures for complex conditions. Our goal is to help reduce your neck and back pain so that you can be more active again.

Our doctors and spine specialists are experienced in treating a variety of issues, including: arthritis, disc problems, scoliosis, sciatica and spinal stenosis. They take the time to listen to understand you and your health concerns and will work with you to develop a personalized care plan that’s right for you.

Our back and neck specialists provide personalized care using advanced medical imaging, medications, injections and other therapies including physical and occupational therapy. Our specialists work with a care team of physician assistants, nurses, rehabilitation therapists, and exercise specialists. By pinpointing the cause of your pain and educating you about your condition, we can help create the right treatment plan for your health and well-being.

Our team of knowledgeable doctors treat a number of neck and spine conditions with an emphasis on preventive care to reduce the risk of developing a more serious condition. Our back and neck pain specialists may include: neurologists, neurosurgeons, orthopedic surgeons, physiatrists (physical medicine and rehabilitation specialists), radiologists, and sports medicine specialists.

If you’re looking for a second opinion on surgical care for back and neck pain, our specialists are here for you. Ask if a virtual or telehealth visit is available for your second opinion appointment.

Virtual (telehealth) visits may be appropriate for some of your neurology visits so that you get the care you need without leaving home. Let’s talk about your care plan and the right options for you.

Our neurologists take the time to understand you and your health to provide the care you need for brain, neck and back conditions. They offer complete neurology care and treatment plans for conditions such as neck, back and generalized pain, mobility conditions or concerns, epilepsy and seizures, brain tumors, memory conditions, headache including migraines, multiple sclerosis, sleep conditions, strokes and more.

When working to diagnose possible neurological conditions, specialized doctors known as neurologists evaluate patients in order to identify medical conditions affecting the nervous system, brain and spine. They take the time to listen to understand you and your health concerns and will work with you to develop a personalized care plan that’s right for you.