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Brain and spine care
Complex care, compassionate hands. Get personalized brain and spine care at Ascension St. Vincent in Indiana.
Neurology and neurosurgery care in Indiana
Complex care, compassionate hands. Get personalized brain and spine care at Ascension St. Vincent in Indiana.
Creating comfort and connection at the Lucas Family Brain and Spine Hospital
The new Lucas Family Brain and Spine Hospital at Ascension St. Vincent in Indianapolis, IN, was thoughtfully designed to promote healing and reduce anxiety through intentional choices, while honoring heritage and community.
Leading the way in brain and spine care for Indiana
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. We have the expertise to help find the cause of your symptoms and deliver a personalized care plan.
Every appointment with your provider 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.
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:
- Brain injury and concussion
- Brain tumors
- Dementia and Alzheimer’s disease
- Epilepsy and seizures
- Fibromyalgia, chronic muscle pain and fatigue
- Headaches and migraines
- Head, nerve and back pain
- Movement disorders, including tremors and Parkinson’s
- Stroke
- Trigeminal neuralgia (pain on the side of your face)
- Other neuromuscular disorders, such as multiple sclerosis, cerebral palsy and ALS
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.
Conditions, tests and treatments
Conditions, tests and treatments
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. Vincent, 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.
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.
Get a second opinion
If you have questions about your diagnosis or treatment plan, a second opinion can help you better understand your options. Our specialists can review your medical records and history to provide an additional perspective. Before your appointment, check with your insurance provider to find out if a second opinion is covered. We can request your medical records from your doctor on your behalf so they can be shared before your visit.
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.
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