Neurosurgery

Do you need to see a neurosurgeon for your condition?

It may be time to see a neurosurgeon if you have any of these:

• Ongoing back, neck or shoulder pain – If your pain is caused by a spine injury or instability, surgery might help. Your doctor may suggest you try physical therapy or other treatments first.
• Pinched nerve – This can cause pain, weakness or numbness. If medicine, therapy and injections don’t help after four to six weeks, surgery might be the next step.
• Spinal cord compression – If you suddenly have trouble walking, weakness or lose control of your bladder or bowels, you should see a neurosurgeon right away.  
• Brain or spine tumor – Neurosurgeons treat tumors affecting the brain or spinal cord.
• Movement disorder – Conditions like Parkinson’s disease, essential tremor or obsessive-compulsive disorder may be treated with a special surgery called deep brain stimulation.

What Should You Do First?

Start by talking to your primary care doctor. They can help figure out if you need to see a neurosurgeon or try other treatments first. 

What our neurosurgeons treat

Our neurosurgeons help with:

• Pinched nerves that cause pain or numbness.
• Spine injuries or instability.
• Serious spinal cord problems.
• Brain and spine tumors.
• Movement disorders like tremors or Parkinson’s disease.

Why Choose MercyOne for neurosurgery?

• Advanced care options – We use the latest tools and techniques like minimally invasive surgery and deep brain stimulation to treat complex conditions.
• Teamwork – Our neurosurgeons work with other specialists like physical therapists and pain experts to make sure you get the best care.
• Personalized care – We listen to you and create a treatment plan that fits your needs.