Dedicated to treating infants, children and teens, Ascension Medical Group Illinois - Pediatric Neurosurgery Hoffman Estates performs surgical procedures for the most challenging neurological conditions. Our neurosurgeons have experience in image-guided technologies such as Gamma Knife® stereotactic radiosurgery, to help treat brain and spinal tumors, aneurysms, hemorrhages, epilepsy and spinal disorders.
Our surgeons have expertise in pediatric neurosurgical care, along with extensive training in microsurgical, endoscopic and stereotactic techniques to provide advanced treatment for patients ranging from the prenatal and perinatal stages up to 18 years of age.
Neurologic specialty care for your child’s needs
Pediatric neurosurgeons treat many types of brain, spine and nervous system conditions:
- Back pain
- Balance disorders
- Brain function problems, including tumors and aneurysms
- Concussions
- Epilepsy and seizures
- Headaches and migraines
- Multiple sclerosis
- Nerve pain, including numbness
- Tremors
Every appointment with your child's neurosurgeon starts with a conversation. Your doctor will take the time to answer all your questions - big and small. As your child's care needs change, we're ready with the care that's right for them, helping relieve pain, improve movement and manage symptoms.
Benefits of our neurosurgical approach to brain and spine care
Surgery is rarely the first option. But if it is recommended as part of your child's care, experienced neurosurgeons at Ascension Medical Group Illinois - Pediatric Neurosurgery develop a highly specialized, advanced surgical treatment plan, customized for children. And whenever possible, they use minimally invasive surgery and robotic-assisted technology to help shorten your child's recovery. The neurosurgeons at Ascension Medical Group Illinois - specialize in:
- Brain tumor surgery
- Carotid angioplasty and stenting
- Chiari decompression
- Corrective spine surgery for herniated disc, spinal stenosis and more
- Epilepsy surgery
- Nerve decompression for migraines
- Spinal tap to help detect central nervous system conditions
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