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Neurosurgery
Advanced Surgical Care for Brains and Nerves
Neurosurgeons perform surgery on the brain, skull, facial bones, spinal cord and injured nerves.</p>\r\n<p>Our neurologists and neurosurgeons work together to care for babies, kids and young adults from all over the world. Our surgeons help many children with:<br>\r\n</p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/nemours/us/en/conditions-treatments/congenital-hydrocephalus-in-children.html\">Hydrocephalus</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/nemours/us/en/conditions-treatments/spinabifida.html\">Spina bifida</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/nemours/us/en/conditions-treatments/skeletal-dysplasia.html\">Skeletal dysplasia</a> and other spinal conditions</li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/nemours/us/en/conditions-treatments/epilepsy-seizures-in-children.html\">Epilepsy</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/nemours/us/en/services/brain-tumors.html\">Tumors</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/nemours/us/en/conditions-treatments/cleftandcraniofacial.html\">Craniofacial issues</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<p>Neurosurgery can relieve pain, correct a problem and improve a child’s quality of life. We use the most advanced surgical techniques. We can often use small incisions, so kids have less pain and heal faster.</p>\r\n<p>We’re also active in researching neurological conditions in children. When you come to ¾Ã¾Ã¾Ã¾Ã¾Ã¾Ã¾Ã¾«Æ· for neurosurgery, you get the latest care from experienced surgeons.</p>\r\n"}} id=text-4108c3c743 class=cmp-text>
Neurosurgeons perform surgery on the brain, skull, facial bones, spinal cord and injured nerves.
Our neurologists and neurosurgeons work together to care for babies, kids and young adults from all over the world. Our surgeons help many children with:
- Hydrocephalus
- Spina bifida
- Skeletal dysplasia and other spinal conditions
- Epilepsy
- Tumors
- Craniofacial issues
Neurosurgery can relieve pain, correct a problem and improve a child’s quality of life. We use the most advanced surgical techniques. We can often use small incisions, so kids have less pain and heal faster.
We’re also active in researching neurological conditions in children. When you come to ¾Ã¾Ã¾Ã¾Ã¾Ã¾Ã¾Ã¾«Æ· for neurosurgery, you get the latest care from experienced surgeons.
Find Neurosurgery Care at ¾Ã¾Ã¾Ã¾Ã¾Ã¾Ã¾Ã¾«Æ·
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We have multiple neurosurgery specialists and locations — find the care closest to you: Â
Three Leading Pediatric Neuroscience Centers
Our neuroscience centers provide highly advanced, integrated medical services just for kids and teens with neurologic and neuromuscular conditions. Learn about our focused programs, advanced research, and leading care.</p>\r\n"}} id=text-a056501973 class=cmp-text>
Our neuroscience centers provide highly advanced, integrated medical services just for kids and teens with neurologic and neuromuscular conditions. Learn about our focused programs, advanced research, and leading care.
Featured Doctor
Meet <a href=\"https://findaprovider.nemours.org/details/1503/christopher-gegg-neurosurgery-orlando-pensacola-winter_garden\" target=\"_self\">Christopher Gegg, MD,</a> Chief of Neurosurgery at ¾Ã¾Ã¾Ã¾Ã¾Ã¾Ã¾Ã¾«Æ· Children’s Hospital, Florida.</p>\r\n"}} id=text-10b45616c8 class=cmp-text>
Meet Chief of Neurosurgery at ¾Ã¾Ã¾Ã¾Ã¾Ã¾Ã¾Ã¾«Æ· Children’s Hospital, Florida.
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Conditions & Treatments
We see a wide range of conditions — far too many to list here. The conditions we treat vary depending on the location and providers selected. Don’t see a condition listed? Call us. </p>"}} id=text-a9a6cc43be class=cmp-text>
We see a wide range of conditions — far too many to list here. The conditions we treat vary depending on the location and providers selected. Don’t see a condition listed? Call us.
Arachnoid Cysts
Arteriovenous Malformations
Brachial Plexus Injury
Brain Tumors
Cerebral Palsy
Chiari Malformation
Cleft Lip & Palate Disorders
CLOVES Syndrome
Complex Spinal Conditions
Concussions
Congenital Anomalies of the Neck and Back
Craniosynostosis
Dural Fistulas
Epilepsy & Seizures
Herniated Discs
Hydrocephalus
Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension
Intracranial Hemorrhage
Moyamoya Disease
Neurocutaneous Syndromes
Neurofibromatosis (NF)
Pituitary and Pineal Gland Lesions
Positional Plagiocephaly
Scoliosis
Skeletal Dysplasia
Spasticity
Spina Bifida
Sturge-Weber Syndrome
Syringomyelia
Tethered Spinal Cord
Tuberous Sclerosis
Vascular Anomalies
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Related Specialties
Nationally Recognized for Pediatric Neurosurgery
We use the latest surgical techniques to provide leading care for children who need brain or spine surgery.</p>"}} id=text-ce1df65ac0 class=cmp-text>
We use the latest surgical techniques to provide leading care for children who need brain or spine surgery.
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Pediatric neurosurgeons on our team
80+
Surgeries to treat hydrocephalus last year
25+
Active neurology clinical trials and studies
80%
Kids seizure-free after epilepsy surgery (vs. national average of 66%)
<b>We’re home to a top-rated hospital for neurosurgery. </b>¾Ã¾Ã¾Ã¾Ã¾Ã¾Ã¾Ã¾«Æ· Children’s Hospital, Delaware is one of the top-rated hospitals for neurology and neurosurgery care, according to <i>U.S. News & World Report </i>rankings.</p>"}} id=text-365e1acad6 class=cmp-text>
We’re home to a top-rated hospital for neurosurgery. ¾Ã¾Ã¾Ã¾Ã¾Ã¾Ã¾Ã¾«Æ· Children’s Hospital, Delaware is one of the top-rated hospitals for neurology and neurosurgery care, according to U.S. News & World Report rankings.
<b>We use the least invasive surgical techniques possible. </b>We have expertise with neuroendoscopy, which uses very small incisions (cuts) and uses tiny tools to fix many problems. For kids, it means faster recovery time, less pain, and minimal scarring.</p>"}} id=text-d779b6b98b class=cmp-text>
We use the least invasive surgical techniques possible. We have expertise with neuroendoscopy, which uses very small incisions (cuts) and uses tiny tools to fix many problems. For kids, it means faster recovery time, less pain, and minimal scarring.
<b>We treat hydrocephalus in innovative ways. </b>Hydrocephalus, a build-up of spinal fluid in the brain, is a common reason children need neurosurgery. We can treat hydrocephalus even in small infants.</p>"}} id=text-4393c34407 class=cmp-text>
We treat hydrocephalus in innovative ways. Hydrocephalus, a build-up of spinal fluid in the brain, is a common reason children need neurosurgery. We can treat hydrocephalus even in small infants.
<b>We’re at the forefront of treating skeletal dysplasia. </b>Our neurosurgeons and orthopedic surgeons work closely to treat children with skeletal dysplasia and many severe spinal conditions. We are among the top in the world for our work in these areas.</p>"}} id=text-8f3997fca5 class=cmp-text>
We’re at the forefront of treating skeletal dysplasia. Our neurosurgeons and orthopedic surgeons work closely to treat children with skeletal dysplasia and many severe spinal conditions. We are among the top in the world for our work in these areas.
<b>We take a team approach to all neurology and neurosurgery care. </b>Our neurosurgeons are part of a team that includes many specialties, assembled around whatever your child needs. This can include orthopedists (bones, muscles and joints), cancer doctors, physical therapists, behavioral health experts and others.</p>"}} id=text-600643ecb6 class=cmp-text>
We take a team approach to all neurology and neurosurgery care. Our neurosurgeons are part of a team that includes many specialties, assembled around whatever your child needs. This can include orthopedists (bones, muscles and joints), cancer doctors, physical therapists, behavioral health experts and others.
Frequent Questions About Neurosurgery
<strong>What happens when my child has surgery?</strong></p>\r\n<p>The more you know, the more you and your child can prepare for surgery. Find out about procedures, anesthesia, and more from ¾Ã¾Ã¾Ã¾Ã¾Ã¾Ã¾Ã¾«Æ·<sup>®</sup> KidsHealth<sup>®</sup>.</p>\r\n"}} id=text-34c46c3960 class=cmp-text>
What happens when my child has surgery?
The more you know, the more you and your child can prepare for surgery. Find out about procedures, anesthesia, and more from ¾Ã¾Ã¾Ã¾Ã¾Ã¾Ã¾Ã¾«Æ·Â® KidsHealth®.
<strong>What happens in a brachial plexus injury?</strong></p>\r\n<p>During childbirth, a brachial plexus injury can happen if the baby's neck is stretched to one side. Our experts give you the details.</p>\r\n"}} id=text-5ee1d04649 class=cmp-text>
What happens in a brachial plexus injury?
During childbirth, a brachial plexus injury can happen if the baby's neck is stretched to one side. Our experts give you the details.
<strong>How is hydrocephalus treated?</strong></p>\r\n<p>Treatment for hydrocephalus depends on the child's age and what's causing the hydrocephalus. Find out more from ¾Ã¾Ã¾Ã¾Ã¾Ã¾Ã¾Ã¾«Æ· KidsHealth.org.</p>\r\n"}} id=text-0690d2bbd7 class=cmp-text>
How is hydrocephalus treated?
Treatment for hydrocephalus depends on the child's age and what's causing the hydrocephalus. Find out more from ¾Ã¾Ã¾Ã¾Ã¾Ã¾Ã¾Ã¾«Æ· KidsHealth.org.