Registration is open for Principles and Practice of Gamma Knife® Radiosurgery, Sept. 11 to 18, 2026. The online course covers practical stereotactic radiosurgery, advanced dose planning for brain tumors, vascular malformations, and trigeminal neuralgia, and radiation physics and radiobiology. Open to neurosurgeons, radiation oncologists, medical physicists, fellows, and residents.

UPMC Presbyterian houses the region’s foremost center for the neurosurgical treatment of adult epilepsy and movement disorders featuring the ROSA stereotactic robotic system.

A field hockey injury and a concussion first drew Nicole Gray, PA-C, into the world of neurologic care. Hear how that experience led her to neurosurgery, where she now blends clinical expertise with a growing surgical role on our spine team.

A tumor pressing on her optic nerves was taking Veronica's sight. Using a minimally invasive approach pioneered at the University of Pittsburgh, the team at the UPMC Center for Cranial Base Surgery removed it and restored her vision.

MVD was pioneered here by Peter Jannetta over 40 years ago. Our Cranial Nerve Program builds on this innovative work, providing the most advanced care for a variety of brain disorders.

Our Spine Services Division has advanced a number of innovative spine procedures featuring less trauma and offering patients reduced hospital stays and quicker recovery times.