The Jefferson Department of Neurosurgery offers health care services to patients who suffer from spine and brain-related diseases. The department handles cases related to brain tumors, epilepsy, pain and Parkinson's disease. It is a part of Thomas Jefferson University, which has a work force of various employees, including professors, associate professors and support staff members. Thomas Jefferson University operates the Jefferson Comprehensive Epilepsy Center and the Division of Neuro-Oncologic Neurosurgery and Stereotactic Radiosurgery, which was established in 1995. The university provides scholarships and other financial aid. The Jefferson Department of Neurosurgery is located in Philadelphia.