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  2. – Endovascular Surgery
  3. – Epilepsy Surgery
  4. – Functional Neurosurgery
  5. – Neuro Oncology
  6. – Neurosurgery
  7. – Pediatric Neurosurgery
  8. – Peripheral Nerve
  9. – Skull Base Surgery
  10. – Spine Surgery
  11. – Stereotactic Neurosurgery
  12. – Stereotactic Radiosurgery
  13. – Trigeminal Neuralogia
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Myths and Facts About Back Pain

While the common cold claims the most sick days among U.S. workers under age 45, lower back pain comes in a strong second, according to the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. In addition, it says, some 80 percent of adults are expected to experience lower back pain at some point in their lives.

Even though back pain is so prevalent, it's surrounded by a host of common misunderstandings. Among them, according to Kam Raiszadeh, an orthopedic surgeon who is medical director of the Advanced Spine Institute at Alvarado Hospital in San Diego, are: ( Read more about Myths and Facts About Back Pain)

Surgery Likely Better Than Exercise for Back Pain

The results of a four-year study on severe back pain show that spine surgery produces more and faster pain relief and greater improvement in function than exercise, physical therapy and analgesic drugs.

The study, known as the Spine Patient Outcomes Research Trial (SPORT), was published in the medical journal Spine. The results of the first two years of the research had already found that spine surgery works better than non-surgical techniques for patients who have herniated lumbar (lower back) discs. The next two years have confirmed those findings. ( Read more about Surgery Likely Better Than Exercise for Back Pain)

Stem-Cell Trial Aimed at Spinal Cord Regrowth

A clinical trial that will test how embryonic stem cells affect the regrowth of spinal cord injuries may be getting the green light to go ahead early next year. Movement toward giving the green light was signaled by a recent meeting of a Food and Drug Administration (FDA) advisory committee that discussed stem-cell research issues. The panel, which was composed of 25 independent scientists and FDA researchers, mulled over problems relating to proper stem-cell animal studies and how scientists can ensure that embryonic stem cells differentiate appropriately - that is, that they don't form teratomas (cancerous tumors formed of several different tissues, such as muscle, bone, cartilage and skin).

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Glimmer of Hope for Spine-Injury Victims

It's just in rats for now, but scientists have induced spinal cord regrowth by taking tiny nerves from the rib cage, bathing them in a growth-inducing protein, and then grafting them into the area of the cut spinal cord. "By using tiny nerves from the rib cage as cables connecting the severed spinal cord, we were able to get some improvement in leg function," said Dr. Vernon Lin, a professor of physical medicine at the University of California at Irvine and director of the Spinal Cord Injury Group at the Long Beach Veterans Administration Medical Center.

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Waiting May Reduce Need for Back Surgery

New studies demonstrate that waiting may be the best alternative to back surgery. Approximately 1.5 million back surgeries are performed worldwide. These surgeries are performed to address painful problems associated with slipped or misaligned disks. Intransient sciatica and other lower back conditions are extremely painful and can impact the quality of life of those afflicted. New research though suggests that 75% of such cases will improve on their own if left untreated.

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What is an Aneurysm?

WHAT IS AN AORTIC ANEURYSM? With Dr.Sateesh Babu Vascular Associates of Westchester

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FDA Approves Cervical Disc Implant Treatment

The Food and Drug Administration has approved the Prestige disc implant device to treat degenerative disc disease of the cervical spine. Medtronic has created the first artificial disc for insertion into the neck to allow a larger degree of movement than the traditional spinal fusion treatment. Medtronic has agreed to conduct a seven year study as part of the FDA approval agreement. The company performed a clinical trial observing 541 patients receiving treatment for cervical degenerative disc disease comparing Prestige Cervical Disc to spinal fusion. The results found Prestige to have a greater degree of neurological success as well as fewer revision surgeries. The device is made of a stainless steel two-piece ball-and-trough configuration that functions like a joint and offers the greatest potential for neck mobility.

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Something Good About Spine Surgery

Spine Surgery was found a more effective treatment for degenerative spondylolisthesis with spinal stenosis than were non-surgical methods according to an article in the New England Journal of Medicine. Surgery is commonly used as a treatment for degenerative spondylolisthesis with spinal stenosis. There has been controversy regarding it's effectiveness in comparison with non-surgical methods.

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Human Stem Cells Return Motor Function to Paralyzed Rats

Researchers from the University of California, San Diego report that experimental rats recovered from blood flow related paralysis after receiving grafts of human spinal stem cells. When damage occurs due to loss of blood flow to the spine's neural cells, applying human neural stem cells directly to the spinal cord achieves recovery of motor function. In this specific type of paralysis, known as spinal cord ischemia, there is no mechanical damage to the spinal cord. The brain motor centers remain partially connected to the spinal cord but the loss of inhibitory neurons leads to the degeneration of muscle control in lower limbs.

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Artificial Disc Treats Lower Back Pain

Jumping off rooftops, running through burning buildings, crashing cars, it's all in a day's work for Jeff Gibson. "I did Batman movies, Robocop, Conspiracy Theory, War of the Worlds." Some would call Hollywood stuntman, Jeff Gibson, a dare-devil adrenaline machine. In addition to performing life-threatening stunts as a livelihood, Jeff also skydives, races cars and scuba-dives. But, it wasn't on the movie set or on the race track that sparked Jeff's battle with excruciating back pain. It was a simple house chore.

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Neuro-Oncology Westchester, New York

 Neurological and Spine Surgery Associates, P.C. Neurological and Spine Surgery Associates, P.C.
Neurological and Spine Surgery Associates, P.C.
19 Bradhurst Ave., Ste. 2800
Hawthorne, NY 10532
Call: (888) 766-1480

Are you looking to be treated by a team of exceptional surgeons? Then look no further than the Neurological and Spine Surgery Associates in Westchester, New York. Associated with New York Medical College, there, you can receive quality neuro-oncology services from a staff that is thoroughly trained to handle their clients with the utmost concern and care.


Herniated Disc Westchester, NY 10530

Dr. Bennie Chiles Dr. Bennie Chiles
Westchester Spine and Brain Surgery, PLLC
280 N. Central Ave Suite 235
Hartsdale, NY 10530
Call: (888) 281-4568

Suffering from a herniated disc? Consider spine surgery with Double Board Certified Dr. Bennie Chiles III. He is an attending neurosurgeon at a number of prominent hospitals in the New York area. Dr. Chiles offers treatment for a range of spinal disorders.



Neck Surgery Westchester, NY 10530

Dr. Bennie Chiles Dr. Bennie Chiles
Westchester Spine and Brain Surgery, PLLC
280 N. Central Ave Suite 235
Hartsdale, NY 10530
Call: (888) 281-4568

Planning to have a neck surgery? Get it done by a skilled and experienced neurosurgeon like Dr. Bennie Chiles III. Double Board Certified Dr. Chiles practices at Westchester Spine and Brain Surgery in Hartsdale, NY. He is also an attending neurosurgeon at a number of prominent hospitals in the area.


Radiosurgery Westchester & Rockland

Dr. Bennie Chiles III Dr. Bennie Chiles III
Westchester Spine and Brain Surgery, PLLC
280 N. Central Ave Suite 235
Hartsdale, NY 10530
Call: (888) 281-4568

Trying to find treatment options? Dr. Deborah Benzil is a radiosurgery specialist in Hartsdale. She has years of experience in the field and is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgeons. Dr. Benzil practices at Westchester Spine and Brain Surgery and treats neurological conditions such as gliomas, meningiomas, pituitary adenomas and metastatic.


Back Pain Westchester, NY

Dr. Bennie Chiles III Dr. Bennie Chiles III
Westchester Spine and Brain Surgery, PLLC
280 N. Central Ave Suite 235
Hartsdale, NY 10530
Call: (888) 281-4568

Are you experiencing excruciating back pain that is taking over your daily life? For serious back and spinal injuries, surgery may be the best options. The back pain specialist Dr. Bennie Chiles III in Westchester, NY. Board-certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgeons, Dr. Chiles is also an attending neurosurgeon at the Lawrence Hospital Center in Bronxville, the Community Hospital of Dobbs Ferry in Dobbs Ferry, White Plains Hospital Center in White Plains, and Northern Westchester Hospital Center in Mount Kisco.


Neuro Oncology Westchester & Rockland

Dr. Deborah Benzil Dr. Deborah Benzil
Westchester Spine and Brain Surgery, PLLC
280 N. Central Ave Suite 235
Hartsdale, NY 10530
Call: (888) 281-4568

Dr. Deborah Benzil is a neuro-oncology specialist in Hartsdale. She is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgeons. Dr. Benzil practices at Westchester Spine and Brain Surgery. She is also an attending neurosurgeon at prominent area hospitals. She has been a professor at New York Medical College for over 10 years.



Spine Surgeon / Surgery Westchester

Dr. Andrew W. Moulton Dr. Andrew W. Moulton
University Orthopaedics
19 Bradhurst Avenue, Ste 1300N
Hawthorne, NY 10532
Call: (888) 834-8517

Dr. Andrew W. Moulton of Westchester, NY is an Attending Orthopedic Surgeon at Westchester Medical Center, specializing in spine surgery. Dr. Moulton has published numerous papers in professional journals and is involved in two ongoing biomechanical studies involving the spine. He is fluent in both Spanish and Portuguese.



Pediatric Neurosurgery Westchester, New York

 Neurological and Spine Surgery Associates, P.C. Neurological and Spine Surgery Associates, P.C.
Neurological and Spine Surgery Associates, P.C.
19 Bradhurst Ave., Ste. 2800
Hawthorne, NY 10532
Call: (888) 766-1480

Looking for a medical facility with a qualified staff of surgeons whom you can trust to provide quality pediatric care for your children? Then Neurological and Spine Surgery Associates in Westchester, New York is just the place to turn to. There, you will meet a team of qualified neurosurgeons who perform pediatric neurosurgery with the sensitivity and clinical expertise necessary to have your child feel at ease throughout the whole procedure.


Chronic Back Pain Westchester, NY

Dr. Bennie Chiles III Dr. Bennie Chiles III
Westchester Spine and Brain Surgery, PLLC
280 N. Central Ave Suite 235
Hartsdale, NY 10530
Call: (888) 281-4568

Is there a never-ending pain in your back that is taking over your physical daily activities and it's even affecting you mentally? If you suffer from chronic back pain and want it to stop, then you should consider seeing back pain specialist Dr. Bennie Chiles in Westchester, NY. Dr. Bennie Chiles III is a Diplomate of the American Board of Neurological Surgery and National Board of Medical Examiners and is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons.


Skull Base Surgery Westchester, New York

 Neurological and Spine Surgery Associates, P.C. Neurological and Spine Surgery Associates, P.C.
Neurological and Spine Surgery Associates, P.C.
19 Bradhurst Ave., Ste. 2800
Hawthorne, NY 10532
Call: (888) 766-1480

Skull base disorders are very serious and can be life threatening. That is why it is very important to choose the right team of doctors to perform your surgery. One option if you are looking to have skull base surgery, or are just interested in obtaining more information, is the Neurological and Spine Surgery Associates, P.C. in Westchester, New York at the New York Medical College. They have many years of experience and are courteous and professional with all of their patients.


Cerebrovascular Surgery/ Endovascular Surgery Westchester, NY

 Neurological and Spine Surgery Associates, P.C. Neurological and Spine Surgery Associates, P.C.
Neurological and Spine Surgery Associates, P.C.
19 Bradhurst Ave., Ste. 2800
Hawthorne, NY 10532
Call: (888) 766-1480

If you're looking for a staff of professionals who are unquestionably skilled in the field of neurology, New York Medical College and Westchester Medical Center are both exceptional facilities. At Neurological and Spine Surgery Associates in Westchester, NY, the neurosurgeons handle both cerebrovascular and endovascular surgery, using the utmost care and precision, ensuring that each procedure is safe, effective, and comfortable for their clients.


Stereotactic Radiosurgery Westchester, New York

 Neurological and Spine Surgery Associates, P.C. Neurological and Spine Surgery Associates, P.C.
Neurological and Spine Surgery Associates, P.C.
19 Bradhurst Ave., Ste. 2800
Hawthorne, NY 10532
Call: (888) 766-1480

Stereotactic Radiosurgery is a highly accurate form of radiation therapy used for the treatment of brain tumors. It is very important to see a well trained professional once you have decided to undergo this procedure. If you think that Radiosurgery is something you are interested in, Neurological and Spine Surgery Associates, P.C. of Westchester, New York, can answer all of your questions and address all of your concerns.


Spine Surgery Westchester, New York

 Neurological and Spine Surgery Associates, P.C. Neurological and Spine Surgery Associates, P.C.
Neurological and Spine Surgery Associates, P.C.
19 Bradhurst Ave., Ste. 2800
Hawthorne, NY 10532
Call: (888) 766-1480

The New York Medical College and the Westchester Medical Center are both top tier medical facilities when it comes to carrying a staff of exceptional neurosurgeons. The team of medical professionals at Neurological and Spine Surgery Associates has both the credentials and the careful precision to deliver exceptional surgery that will leave you feeling safe and comfortable in the process.


Neurosurgery/ Neurosurgeon Westchester, New York

 Neurological and Spine Surgery Associates, P.C. Neurological and Spine Surgery Associates, P.C.
Neurological and Spine Surgery Associates, P.C.
19 Bradhurst Ave., Ste. 2800
Hawthorne, NY 10532
Call: (888) 766-1480

The New York Medical College and the Westchester Medical Center is a top facility in Westchester, New York if you are searching for a great roster of neurosurgeons for your neurosurgery procedure. There, at Neurological and Spine Surgery Associates, the neurosurgeons understand how serious of a procedure it is that you are about to undertake. These neurosurgeons have many academic and professional credentials so that you can feel safe and secure in working with them.


Spine Surgeon Westchester, NY

Dr. Bennie Chiles Dr. Bennie Chiles
Westchester Spine and Brain Surgery, PLLC
280 N. Central Ave Suite 235
Hartsdale, NY 10530
Call: (888) 281-4568

Spine surgery is a serious decision and undertaking. So you should look for a spine surgeon who takes his profession seriously and has the strong academic background you need to feel confident in working with her. Based in Westchester, NY Dr. Bennie Chiles III, is a double board certified spine surgeon at Westchester Spine and Brain Surgery. In addition he is a clinical assistant professor in the Department of Neurological Surgery at New York Medical College / Westchester Medical Center.


Epilepsy Surgery Westchester, New York

 Neurological and Spine Surgery Associates, P.C. Neurological and Spine Surgery Associates, P.C.
Neurological and Spine Surgery Associates, P.C.
19 Bradhurst Ave., Ste. 2800
Hawthorne, NY 10532
Call: (888) 766-1480

If you know someone who has Epilepsy and might be a candidate for surgery, a good place to contact is the Neurological and Spine Surgery Associates of the New York Medical College in Westchester, New York. The neurosurgeons there are experts in their field and are completely professional and friendly with everyone they come across.


Stereotactic/ Functional Neurosurgery Westchester, NY

 Neurological and Spine Surgery Associates, P.C. Neurological and Spine Surgery Associates, P.C.
Neurological and Spine Surgery Associates, P.C.
19 Bradhurst Ave., Ste. 2800
Hawthorne, NY 10532
Call: (888) 766-1480

Dr. Charles Garell, MD is the head of Stereotactic and Functional Neurosurgery at New York Medical College. Neurological and Spine Surgery Associates, P.C., are the experts to consult if you are considering a surgery as serious as Stereotactic Neurosurgery. They have performed countless successful operations, and are always concerned with the welfare of their patients. They are located in Westchester, NY and are only 20 miles from Manhattan.


Neurosurgeon Westchester, NY 10530

Dr. Bennie Chiles Dr. Bennie Chiles
Westchester Spine and Brain Surgery, PLLC
280 N. Central Ave Suite 235
Hartsdale, NY 10530
Call: (888) 281-4568

Our practice is affiliated with all major hospitals throughout Westchester County. We offer comprehensive surgical spine care for a wide variety of simple and complex conditions, involving degenerative disease, trauma, tumor, infection, and congenital disorders.



Spine Surgery Westchester, NY

Dr. Bennie Chiles Dr. Bennie Chiles
Westchester Spine and Brain Surgery, PLLC
280 N. Central Ave Suite 235
Hartsdale, NY 10530
Call: (888) 281-4568

Spine surgery is a serious decision and undertaking. So you should look for a spine surgeon who takes his profession seriously and has the strong academic background you need to feel confident in working with her. Based in Westchester, NY Dr. Bennie Chiles III, is a double board certified spine surgeon at Westchester Spine and Brain Surgery. In addition he is a clinical assistant professor in the Department of Neurological Surgery at New York Medical College / Westchester Medical Center.


Neurosurgery/ Neurosurgeon Rockland, New York

 Neurological and Spine Surgery Associates, P.C. Neurological and Spine Surgery Associates, P.C.
Neurological and Spine Surgery Associates, P.C.
19 Bradhurst Ave., Ste. 2800
Hawthorne, NY 10532
Call: (888) 766-1480

Are you looking for a neurosurgeon with the qualifications to handle each procedure with delicate care and expertise? The place to find a skilled staff of surgeons who can deliver quality neurosurgery is at the Neurological and Spine Surgery Associates in Rockland, New York, which is affiliated with both The New York Medical College and the Westchester Medical Center. The neurosurgeons there have both the compassion and the credentials to make you feel safe and comfortable throughout the procedure.