Clinical care in the Department of Neurological Surgery at Indiana University School of Medicine focuses on the brain, spinal cord and nerves.

Neurological Surgery Clinical Care

Faculty physicians in the Department of Neurological Surgery at Indiana University School of Medicine use state-of-the-art technology and multi-disciplinary approaches to treat patients of all ages for disorders of the brain, spinal cord, peripheral nerves and vascular structures of the central nervous system. Some of these disorders include degenerative and congenital spinal problems, tumors, seizures, movement disorders, vascular abnormalities, traumatic injuries, pain, congenital and acquired craniofacial problems, cerebrospinal fluid disorders and cranial and peripheral nerve compression.

The entire breadth of neurosurgical services are provided by nationally and internationally recognized faculty who have training in vital neurosurgical subspecialties. Nurses and advanced practice providers are also integrated into the clinical experience to provide efficiency of care and enhanced access, and residents and students benefit from the extensive clinical experiences available in the affiliated clinics and hospitals.

Looking for patient care?

To schedule an appointment with a Neurological Surgery physician, contact Indiana University Health at 317-963-1300 or online using the Find a Doctor portal.
18 clinical faculty
18,333 patient visits
2,789 surgeries
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Faculty Physicians

Department of Neurological Surgery faculty are world-class neurosurgeons and educators at Indiana University School of Medicine.

Dr. Angela Richardson in the OR

Neurological Surgery Specialties

The Department of Neurological Surgery is a multidisciplinary team of faculty physicians who specialize in several aspects of neurological surgery.

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Clinical Partners

Faculty and trainees care for patients from a variety of cultures, health insurance coverage levels, socioeconomic statuses and backgrounds at IU Health.