Specialties & Services
The Expanded Endonasal Approach (EEA) is a minimally invasive neurosurgical technique refined at UPMC that gives surgeons access to the base of the skull, central brain, and top of the spinal cord by operating through the nose and nasal sinuses.
For patients with tumors and other problems related to the brain and upper spine, conventional surgery holds many risks. Even if the surgery is successful, it can result in disfigurement, side effects, and long, painful recovery periods. Neuroendoscopic surgery -- a minimally invasive approach that uses thin tubes called endoscopes to reach target areas -- offers many patients safer, more effective treatment options with fewer complications. MINC surgeons are among the leading pioneers in this field and have successfully treated hundreds of cases. > Read more
Neuroendovascular surgery is a minimally invasive alternative for neurologic disorders such as stroke, malformed blood vessels, and tumors. Surgeons are able to diagnose and treat problem areas by threading catheters through an artery or vein. This technique eliminates incisions, reduces the movement of sensitive tissues, offers effective treatment with fewer complications than conventional surgery, and also may shorten patient recovery time. > Read more
At MINC, specialists employ minimally invasive techniques and state-of-the-art technologies to treat a range of spine injuries, painful disc conditions, and neck, arm, back and leg pain. This approach, and a collaborative environment that brings together neurological surgeons, orthopaedic surgeons, rehab and physical medicine experts, physical therapists and others, offers excellent outcomes and shorter recovery periods for patients and athlete treated at MINC. > Read more
As an internationally recognized leader in the research and treatment of cranial nerve disorders such as trigeminal neuralgia, hemifacial spasm, and glossopharyngeal neuralgia, MINC provides patients with early access to innovative therapeutic approaches and the highest level of care. Treatment is distinguished by the use of endoscopic techniques that can help relieve the painful symptoms of cranial nerve conditions while avoiding side effects associated with surgery. MINC's
multifaceted approach also includes use of microvascular decompression and Gamma
Knife radiosurgery. > Read more
UPMC Cancer Centers’ Adult Neuro-oncology Program, located at Hillman Cancer Center, provides comprehensive neurological cancer care to patients with
benign (non-cancerous) and malignant (cancerous) tumors of the brain and
spinal cord, as well as patients with metastatic cancer that has spread to the nervous system. > Read more
During an awake craniotomy, our neurosurgeons use sophisticated brain mapping technology to locate motor and speech regions prior to the tumor removal, so these sensitive areas can be avoided. > Read more