Neurosurgery

When your child needs neurosurgery, you want the best care. Studer Family Children’s Hospital at Ascension Sacred Heart in Northwest Florida is home to the region’s only pediatric neurosurgeon, Gus Perez, MD. Our neurosurgeon and care team have the expertise to provide advanced surgical care for pediatric brain, spine and nervous system conditions.

• Brain and spinal tumor
• Congenital anomalies of the brain, skull and spine
• Epilepsy and seizures
• Hydrocephalus (swelling on the brain)
• Scoliosis (abnormal curve of the spine)
• Spastic nerve and muscle conditions
• Spina bifida
• Traumatic brain and spine injury

Whether it’s your child’s first appointment or you’re looking for a second opinion, your child’s neurosurgeon starts by listening to understand your child’s symptoms and your concerns. Then, your child’s care team may recommend advanced tests and imaging to help diagnose your child’s condition. We take the time to fully explain your child’s diagnosis. Then, we work with you to create a surgical care plan that’s right for your child.

Whenever possible, our pediatric neurosurgeon uses minimally invasive procedures. Minimally invasive surgery uses small incisions and typically leads to less pain and a shorter recovery.

We understand surgery can feel scary for your child and your family. Tell us your concerns and ask us your questions — big and small. Your child’s care team takes the time to explain the procedure to you and your child. We also explain what to expect before surgery and how to care for your child after surgery. If needed, we connect you with the right specialists in pediatric rehabilitation.