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Get personalized brain and spine care close to home from neurologists at Ascension St. Vincent in Indiana.
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If you or a loved one is having back and neck pain, numbness, weakness or pain in your upper or lower extremities, don’t wait until symptoms get worse. If you have a diagnosis and are looking for a second opinion or advanced surgical care, talk with a doctor who’s right for you.

When you choose Ascension St. Vincent in Indiana you will find a team of doctors who specialize in musculoskeletal and neurological disorders that affect your brain, spine and nerves. Our team of orthopedic surgeons, neurosurgeons, neurologists and neurointerventionalist are part of a national team – sharing best practices, knowledge and research – to bring the best of brain and spine care to Indiana. We have the expertise to help find the cause of your symptoms and deliver a personalized care plan.

Every appointment with your neurologist starts with a conversation. Your doctor will take the time to answer all your questions — big and small. As your care needs change, we’re ready with the care that’s right for you, helping relieve pain, improve movement and manage symptoms, so that you can feel more like you again.

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Comprehensive care for brain, spine and nerve conditions

Your care starts with a thorough evaluation to help your doctor determine the cause of your symptoms. And getting the right treatment as early as possible can often make a difference in your recovery and care moving forward. Tell your doctor about how symptoms such as pain are affecting your life and the activities you enjoy. From diagnostic testing and advanced treatment options to surgical care, chronic disease management and rehabilitation, all the care you need is close to home for conditions including:

Your care may require additional tests and imaging, pharmacy or specialists – we connect you to the right specialists and services. And your care team will stay connected throughout your ongoing care. Ask your doctor about virtual (online) visits for your follow-up care.

Ascension St. Vincent also provides dedicated neurorehabilitation services to help improve your quality of life after a stroke, brain or spine injury. Your physical therapists (PT) specialize in treatments for nerve damage to help you manage symptoms from a neuromuscular disease, such as Parkinson’s or peripheral neuropathy.

Movement disorders, epilepsy and seizure care

At Lucas Family Brain and Spine Hospital experienced doctors use advanced imaging to diagnose and manage epilepsy and seizures. We also provide compassionate care for movement disorders like Parkinson's, starting each appointment with a complete evaluation to understand your history and concerns. Your care team creates a personalized plan, which may include non-surgical options like medication and therapy to help reduce seizure frequency or slow the progression of a movement disorder. Physical therapy may be recommended to improve mobility and reduce symptoms. Our goal is to deliver family-centered, long-term follow-up care for your emotional and physical well-being.

Functional Neurosurgery

Dr. Mark Hoeprich, a functional neurosurgeon at Ascension St. Vincents, talks about functional neurosurgery and how neuromodulation can improve a patient's quality of life.

Surgical care for brain, spine and nerve conditions

Surgery is rarely the first option. But if it is recommended as part of your care, experienced neuro- and orthopedic surgeons at Ascension St. Vincent develop a highly specialized, advanced surgical treatment plan, customized for you. And whenever possible, they use minimally invasive surgery to help shorten your recovery.

Neurosurgeons specialize in neurosurgical procedures, including:

  • Back and neck pain
  • Brain and spinal cord tumors
  • Cerebral aneurysms and arteriovenous malformation
  • Complex spinal surgery and spinal deformity correction
  • Compression neuropathies, such as carpal tunnel

  • Epilepsy and seizures

  • Headache
  • Memory disorders (dementia), such as Alzheimer’s

  • Movement disorders, including tremors and Parkinson’s

  • Multiple sclerosis (MS)
  • Neuromuscular diseases, such as Lou Gehrig’s
  • Pediatric neurosurgery
  • Stroke
  • Trigeminal neuralgia (chronic pain in the face)

Orthopedic surgeons specialize in musculoskeletal conditions, which in some cases need orthopedic surgery, including:

  • Spinal deformities (scoliosis, kyphosis, flat-back syndrome)
  • Herniated discs
  • Degenerative disc disease
  • Trauma, including spinal fractures
  • Spondylosis
  • Cervical myelopathy

From pre-surgery to your rehabilitation care, we connect the dots for you. And whether you’ll be recovering at home or in our hospital’s neuro-intensive care recovery unit, our care teams deliver comprehensive care for all your needs after a neurosurgical procedure.

Multidisciplinary care for brain and spinal tumors

Specialists at Ascension St. Vincent diagnose, treat and remove brain and spinal tumors using some of the most advanced treatment options. Your care team includes neurologists, neurosurgeons and oncologists who specialize in brain and spine tumor care. Using advanced diagnostics and treatment options, we deliver care for cancerous and noncancerous tumors

Get a second opinion

It's easy to get a second opinion at Ascension St. Vincent. Our team of highly experienced specialists can provide you with a second opinion based on experience and as part of an integrated national network of care.

Before your appointment, check with your insurance company to find out if a second opinion is covered. We can request your medical records from your doctor on your behalf, so that they can be shared with your care team before your arrival.

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Insurance coverage for brain, spine and nerve procedures

Talk with a doctor about insurance coverage options for having an outpatient surgery, such as spine surgery. Brain and spine surgery may be covered by various insurance plans as well as Medicare. First, you need to be evaluated by a neurosurgeon.

If you experience a life-threatening emergency, go directly to the ER or call 911.

Find a location near you

If your condition requires surgery, we're here for you. Our care team performs surgeries at Ascension St. Vincent locations in Indiana, so you don't have to go far to get the advanced surgical care you need.

Lucas Family Brain and Spine Hospital
2001 W. 86th St., Entrance 9
Indianapolis, IN 46260
317-338-4440

Peyton Manning Children's Hospital at Ascension St. Vincent Multispecialty Surgical Clinic
8402 Harcourt Road, Suite 830
Indianapolis, IN  46260
317-338-6713

Ascension St. Vincent - Indianapolis Functional Neurosurgery
8402 Harcourt Road Suite 815
Indianapolis, IN 46260
317-338-9660

Lucas Family Brain and Spine Hospital Tour

Join Drew Ogletree of the Indianapolis Colts for a short tour of the new Lucas Family Brain and Spine Hospital

Featured Locations

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Lucas Family Brain and Spine Hospital

2001 W 86th St Entrance 9
Indianapolis, IN 46260
317-338-4440
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Ascension St. Vincent - Indianapolis Functional Neurosurgery

8402 Harcourt Road Suite 815
Indianapolis, IN 46260
317-338-9660
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Peyton Manning Children's Hospital at Ascension St. Vincent

2001 West 86th St
Indianapolis, IN 46260
317-338-2345

Lucas Family Brain and Spine Hospital Tour

Join Drew Ogletree of the Indianapolis Colts for a short tour of the new Lucas Family Brain and Spine Hospital