Neurosurgery
Neurosurgery
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Building Better Neurosurgical Care Through Quality Improvement
Across neuroscience, innovation is changing not only what physicians can treat, but how patients experience that treatment – bringing care to patients who previously couldn’t access it, extending treatment to those who once fell outside ...
How a new brain procedure gave Parkinson’s tremor patient back the hobby he loves
For nine years, Keith “Bud” Leavell lived with tremors in his right hand that were caused by Parkinson’s disease, depriving him of the ability to do intricate work on ham radios. In April 2026, he underwent a procedure called transcranial ...
The Expanding Role of Neuromodulation: A Platform for Unmet Clinical Needs
One patient struggles for decades with unresolved depression. Each new treatment holds promise – some even work for a short while – but before long, he winds up in the same spot. Another patient has sustained injuries that have rendered ...
Inpatient rehab after moyamoya-related stroke: Restoring function through multidisciplinary care
Moyamoya disease presents a distinct challenge for physicians caring for patients after stroke. The condition is rare, progressive, and often diagnosed only after patients experience ischemic or hemorrhagic events.
Recently Added Videos
UTSW Unscripted: Toral Patel, M.D.
In this episode of UTSW Unscripted, neurosurgeon Dr. Toral Patel shares the personal and professional journey that shaped her path to medicine. She reflects on the profound highs and heartbreaking moments of caring for patients with brain ...
Excellence in Stroke Care at UT Southwestern
UT Southwestern is a regional referral center for cerebrovascular disorders and an Advanced Comprehensive Stroke Center, which means we offer the highest level of care available.
Clinical Excellence in the Department of Neurological Surgery at UT Southwestern
UT Southwestern Medical Center’s Department of Neurological Surgery is a recognized leader in comprehensive management of brain and spine conditions, disorders, and injuries.
Laser Interstitial Thermal Therapy (LITT) for Treating Brain Tumors
Dr. Toral R. Patel discusses how laser interstitial thermal therapy (LITT) can be used as a treatment for certain types of brain tumors
