Neurosurgery

Our neurosurgeons lead the way in developing innovative treatment options based on the latest research. They strive to bring technological advances to every patient, using the most effective imaging methods, surgical techniques, and treatment strategies.

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Expert surgery, powered by research

Penn Medicine neurosurgeons perform thousands of procedures each year involving the brain, spinal cord, and nervous system. Our skilled surgeons apply the latest research to develop advanced surgical techniques for a wide range of neurological disorders, including spinal injuries, brain tumors, strokes, and epilepsy.

Clinical trials

Clinical trials offer patients the opportunity to try new and effective treatments and take part in future research.

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Second opinions

If you've received a diagnosis, our team of experts offers second opinions to grant you peace of mind.

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Conditions we treat

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Cavernous Malformation Center

As one of the nation's few centers dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of cavernous malformations, our skilled surgeons see a high volume of patients each year. Using the latest diagnostic tools, each patient receives a customized treatment plan tailored to their exact needs.

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Locations

Our hospitals, multispecialty medical centers, pharmacies, labs and more offer outstanding, personalized care for patients all across the region.

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Patient stories

How pickleball (and Penn Medicine) saved one patient’s life

With teamwork and determination, specialists at Penn Medicine solved Ronnie Recchia’s life-threatening medical mystery and got him back in the game.
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Actress returns to stage after struggling with seizures

Her seizure medications weren't helping, so actress Hannah Parke turned to Penn Medicine for the relief she needed to get back onstage.
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The road to recovery begins at home

Penn Medicine’s SNF at Home pilot program offers a seamless transition from the hospital to home with extra support to recover in familiar surroundings.
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Epilepsy surgery gives patient a new lease on life

Minimally invasive laser interstitial thermal therapy (LITT) surgery reduced the epilepsy symptoms a patient had experienced for more than 30 years.
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CNN anchor Kasie Hunt had brain surgery at Penn

Before starting her own daily news show, journalist Kasie Hunt came to Penn Medicine for a growing brain tumor that was causing painful headaches.
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A minimally invasive solution to seizures

When Betsy Berlin's seizures returned after 24 years, medication was no longer helping. A minimally invasive procedure gave her the relief she needed.
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Home-assisted ventilation for autoimmune disease: Kim’s story

A rare autoimmune disease kept Kim Day from his favorite outdoor hobbies, until he met doctors in the Fishman Program for Home Assisted Ventilation.
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With the gift of hands comes feeling like ‘a whole human’

Getting Luka Krizanac new hands took 16 years, a connection between a surgeon and his mentor, and surgeries on two continents.
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Finding triple-negative breast cancer at 33, she chose ‘Team Penn’

Shocked to learn she had stage III breast cancer, Kate Korson knew just where to go. She flew home to Penn Medicine, where a clinical trial saved her life.
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Essential tremor patient finds relief

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