Neurosurgery Procedures in Florida

What Medical Conditions Can We Treat?

Neurosurgeons are concerned with the diagnosis and treatment of patients with injuries or diseases of the spine, nerves, and brain. Our medical team in Florida is able to provide both non-surgical and surgical care, depending on the nature of the illness or injury.

The nervous system (brain, spinal cord, and spinal nerves) are all housed within a dense protective bone environment (skull and vertebral column). It is important to remember that ALL skull and spine operations are being done to protect and/or repair the brain, spinal cord and/or spinal nerves.

When Do You Need a Neurosurgeon?

Neurosurgeons are trained to manage the surgical treatment of the nervous system with problems related to the interior of the skull and spinal column. The worst thing you can do is allow the internet or other non-certified resources diagnose your pain. There are a lot of different neurological issues that share similar symptoms. Let our highly trained, Board Certified Neurosurgeons examine you thoroughly and make a proper diagnosis. This will allow for you to be treated correctly and sufficiently.

If you are suffering from any form of neurological issue, then please schedule a consultation with Florida Surgery Consultants right away. Call us at (888) 411-6824.

Neurosurgeon in Florida getting prepped for neurological procedure

When these cases are left untreated, neurological conditions can get worse and possibly deadly. During your surgical consultation at one of our medical clinics in Florida, your surgeon will review all of your available options and make recommendations as to the best course of action. If your pain can be treated with minimally invasive spine surgery, we are happy to do so.

Our Staff Is Here For You

Please note that our experienced and friendly medical staff is going to be there for you every step of the way. Learning that you may require surgery of any form is stressful and we strive to make every effort to ensure that our patients are taken care of throughout the entire process. 

Our staff of neurosurgeons are some of the best in the business with decades of combined experience successfully performing neurological procedures in Florida. Your safety and comfort are our top priority.

If you are looking for a neurosurgeon to treat your back pain, contact the Florida Surgery Consultants today! You can call us at 1-888-411-6824

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Neurological Procedures Performed By Our Neurosurgeons in Florida

Anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF) is a surgery to remove a herniated or degenerative disc in the neck.

A neurosurgeon performs artificial disc replacement surgery to remove a disc causing pain in the lower spine or the cervical spine (neck) and replaces it with an artificial disc.

Coflex surgery is a neurological procedure that implants a titanium alloy device, known as the Coflex Interlaminar Stabilization device, in the back of the spine to relieve pain or numbness.

Foraminotomy surgery is a minimally invasive procedure requiring little more than a 2-5 mm incision.

Kyphoplasty is a neurological procedure in which a neurosurgeon inserts and inflates a balloon to create an opening to inject bone cement after the balloon is removed.

Laminectomy is a special procedure designed to relieve nerve pressure in the back of the spinal canal.

Extreme lateral lumbar interbody fusion (XLIF) is a relatively new alternative to traditional spinal fusion surgery.

This neurological procedure treats patients with “pinched” nerves in the spinal column caused by herniated or ruptured discs.

PLDD is a procedure that relieves (decompresses) pressure caused by herniated discs. It can provide significant pain relief in the lower back and the legs.

Spinal fusion is a minimally invasive form of neurosurgery  that involves fusing two vertebrae together to stabilize the spine.

TLIF is a surgical procedure designed to stabilize the spinal vertebra and the disc or shock absorber between the vertebra.

Do You Perform Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery?

Here in Florida, spine surgery is typically reserved for patients that have not had success treating their back pain with more traditional or non-invasive treatment methods. This would include pain medication and various forms of physical therapy. If you have already walked this path to no success, then we do encourage you to schedule a consultation with Florida Surgery Consultants. Our surgeons do specialize in minimally invasive spine surgery (MISS). 

That being said, we want to make it clear that we can’t approve someone for spine surgery if the exact source of the back pain/symptoms  can’t be identified. This would be risky for our surgeons and the patient. 

The Benefits of Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery

We understand that any form of surgery can make one nervous, but there are several distinct benefits to minimally invasive spine surgery that one should be familiar with. 

  • The average stay in the hospital for MISS is significantly less than most forms of surgery.
  • Recovery after MISS is going to be much swifter and easier compared to more traditional forms of spine surgery. 
  • Smaller incisions means less risk of additional injury or infection to the patient.
  • A minimally invasive spine surgery will leave you with a minimally noticeable scar. 

How Do You Know If You’re a Candidate for MISS?

While it was once limited, modern medical technology has made it so that we can treat a great variety of spinal conditions with minimally invasive spinal surgery. Our neurosurgeons are capable of repairing herniated discs, performing spinal fusions and addressing spinal deformities like scoliosis.

Still that does not mean that MISS is the right choice for everyone. If you want to know whether you’re a candidate, the best way to find out is by scheduling a consultation with a real neurosurgeon here in Florida. Fortunately, you can do so right now by completing our online consultation form or calling us at (888) 411-6824

Are these Spine Surgeries Minimally Invasive?

Yes, all these spine surgeries are.

What Health Insurances are Accepted at Florida Surgery Consultants?

Currently we are in-network with Blue Cross Blue Shield, Aetna, Medicare, Bright Health, and Cigna Health Springs plans. If you have health insurance that is not listed, please contact our office, many times we can accept patients that have plans with out of network benefits. If you were involved in a motor vehicle accident or a personal injury case we can also see you. We can also help patients with workers’ compensation injuries.

What are the Locations of our Clinics?

Our Neurosurgical Spine Surgery Team

Currently on staff, we have three Neurosurgeons that specialize in spine surgery. Our Spine Surgeons see patients in all five of our office locations in Florida. To find out more on why patients should choose a neurosurgeon for spine surgery rather than an orthopedic spine surgeon click here. If you want to see their credentials click their profiles. 

Neurosurgeons close to me

Dr. Jonathan Hall, MD

Board Certified Neurosurgeon - Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery

Florida Surgery Consultants New Neurosurgeon Dr. Donna Saatman

Dr. Donna Saatman, MD

Board Certified Neurosurgeon - Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery