Neurosurgery is a branch of medicine concerned with the diagnosis and treatment of disorders of the nervous system. The nervous system is composed of the brain, spinal cord and spinal column, as well as the nerves that travel through all parts of the body (hands, legs, arms, face).
Some of the specific disorders neurosurgeons treat include:
WellSpan Neurosurgery strives to provide the highest quality of comprehensive, state-of-the-art neurosurgical care to patients of all ages. We deliver all aspects of pediatric and adult neurosurgical care, including microsurgery and advanced spine surgery. Depending on the nature of the illness or injury, we may recommend surgical or non-surgical care.