Contacting MINC for
Appointments or Referrals
For Brain Conditions
If you are a patient or family member who would like more information, contact Lois, the nurse coordinator, at 412-647-6776 or burkhartle@upmc.edu. She will be able to answer general questions about the center and put you in touch with the appropriate MINC specialist as necessary.
If you are a physician who would like to refer a patient or would like to arrange a physician consultation, call Debbie at 412-647-6778 or write to mchughdl@upmc.edu.
For Spine Conditions
If you are a patient, family member, or physician who would like information, appointments, or consultations related to a spinal issue, please contact Mindy at 412-802-8010 or flynnmm@upmc.edu.
For Neurovascular Conditions
If you are a patient, family member, or physician who would like information, appointments, or consultations related to neurovascular conditions, please contact Kimberly Lee, RN, BSN at 412-647-7768 or leeke@upmc.edu
For Neuro-Oncology Conditions
If you are a patient, family member, or physician who would like information, appointments, or consultations related to the adult neuro-oncology program please contact Peggy at 412-647-7614 or zaborowskiml@upmc.edu.
For Awake Craniotomy
If you are a patient, family member, or physician who would like information, appointments, or consultations related to awake craniotomies, please contact Peggy at 412-647-7614 or zaborowskiml@upmc.edu.
Medical Records
Patient medical records may be faxed to
412-647-1778 or mailed to:
- Minimally Invasive endoNeurosurgery Center
UPMC Presbyterian, Suite B-400
200 Lothrop St.
Pittsburgh, PA 15213
Directions to MINC Locations
MINC surgeons see patients at UPMC Presbyterian, located in the Oakland neighborhood of Pittsburgh, as well as the Hillman Cancer Center,where the multi-disciplinary neuro-oncology clinic is based, in Shadyside.
For general information about your visit to UPMC, including driving directions, see Preparing for Your Visit.
Traveling and International Patients
MINC welcomes patients and their family members seeking consultation for brain, spine, and nerve conditions and treatments — including people traveling from other parts of the United States or other countries.
To plan your visit to MINC, read about lodging near UPMC Presbyterian or lodging near Hillman Cancer Center, which is close to UPMC Shadyside, depending on where your appointment is scheduled. Family members may find our Information for Visitors especially helpful.
International patients can receive special assistance, including travel and hotel arrangements, financial consultation, and translation services. Visit the UPMC Center for International Patient Relations to learn more.
