Centers of Excellence

The Department of Neurological Surgery at the University of Pittsburgh has created a unique environment where “centers of excellence” flourish. In this model, neurosurgical subspecialists devote time to research and patient care in focused areas. The use of centers of excellence has strengthened neurosurgery at the University of Pittsburgh and facilitated attainment of our mission.

These centers are:

Brain and Spine Injury Programs 

Consists of a number of programs developed to better understand and treat the problems associated with traumatic injury to the central nervous system, brain and spinal cord in both adults and children. Learn more >

Brain Stimulation and Epilepsy Surgery Program 

Brain Stimulationa and Epilepsy Surgery Program at UPMC Presbyterian encompasses the treatment of movement disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and epilepsy. Learn more >

Center for Clinical Neurophysiology

Provides a wide range of diagnostic and monitoring services designed to investigate and protect the function of the nervous system. The center has expertise in technologies that help diagnose disease, facilitate safe surgery, and monitor ICU patients. Learn more >

Comprehensive Cerebrovascular Neurosurgery

Subspecialized multidisciplinary clinical unit which evaluates and treats all forms of vascular disorders of the brain and spinal cord. Learn more >

Center for Image-Guided Neurosurgery

Minimally invasive stereotactic radiosurgical procedures featuring the Gamma Knife, treating brain tumors, vascular malformations and other disorders. Learn more >

Cranial Base Surgery

The Cranial Base Surgery Center is devoted to providing minimally intrusive neurosurgical procedures and techniques in the treatment of brain and skull base tumors. Learn more >

Cranial Nerve Disorders Program

Specializes in comprehensive approach to disorders of the cranial nerves including trigeminal neuralgia, hemifacial spasm and glossopharyngeal neuralgia. Learn more >

Neurosurgical Oncology Center 

Treats patients with tumors of the nervous system, as well as patients suffering neurological complications of systemic cancer. Learn more >

Pediatric Neurosurgery

Treatment of children with tumors, spinal deformities, cranial malformations, spasticity, and epilepsy, as well as adults with neurological diseases stemming from childhood or congenital conditions. Learn more >

Spine Services Division

Provides care for patients and athletes with spine injuries, painful disc conditions, neck, arm, back or leg pain. Full range of spinal care includes neurosurgery, spine fusion techniques, physical medicine and rehabilitation, and pain management. Learn more >