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Neurosurgery Services

If you have a brain, spine or central nervous system condition that can be helped with surgery, you want the best expertise available. Nationally recognized neurosurgeons in the Sutter Health network offer the latest in advanced surgical techniques.

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  • Back and Spine Surgery
  • Brain Stimulators to Prevent Seizure
  • Interventional Treatment
  • Neuro-Oncology
  • Pediatric Neurology and Neurosurgery Services
  • Surgical Oncology

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High Quality Neurosurgical Care

When you choose Sutter Health, you gain access to a network of neurosurgery specialists who provide general and specialized treatment for conditions of the brain, spine and central nervous system. Using advanced technology and state-of-the-art surgical techniques, neurosurgeons in the Sutter Health network work with an experienced care team to ensure the best treatment for your individual needs. In addition, pediatric neurosurgeons across the network offer specialized care for children’s developing brains.

Our Neuroscience Institutes in Sacramento, San Francisco and the East Bay offer access to nationally recognized surgical specialists and participation in clinical trials. In addition to traditional surgical techniques, Sutter care centers have interventional neuroradiology treatment for stroke, aneurysms and other vascular conditions. 

We treat a wide range of conditions including:

  • Brain and spinal cord tumors
  • Cerebrovascular disorders
  • Epilepsy
  • Hydrocephalus
  • Movement disorders
  • Chronic pain syndromes
  • Peripheral nerve disorders
  • Spine disorders
  • Traumatic brain and spinal cord injuries
  • Vascular disorders of the brain and spine

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Interventional Neuroradiology

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Interventional Neuroradiology

Using minimally invasive treatments, interventional neuroradiologists treat conditions such as aneurysms, strokes and other major neurological diseases.

Patient Stories

Boy Is Seizure-Free after Laser Surgery

Discover how the epilepsy specialists at Sutter Neuroscience Institute helped young Evan go from 40 seizures a day to zero.

Local Artist Paints Again After Gamma Knife Radiosurgery

Fred Ekman is grateful for the specialized neurological care that allowed him to return to painting, teaching and an active lifestyle.

Back to Life — and Sports — After Neurosurgery

They thought it was just a migraine, but it turns out Thomas, 13, had a brain tumor that required immediate surgery.

Taking Back Childhood From Epilepsy

The team at Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento helped Sammy take control of his epilepsy.

Charity Care Program Helps Brain Aneurysm Patient

Paula had a brain aneurysm, but couldn't pay for the needed medical care. Sutter Health's Charity Care Program made her surgery possible.

Taking Control of Her Epilepsy – Janel’s Story

The team at California Pacific Medical Center helped Janel take control of her epilepsy.

Severe Migraines Lead to Discovery of Brain Tumor

A migraine sufferer, Tracey had learned to cope with frequent, severe headaches. But one day unbearable pain led to the discovery of a brain tumor.

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Neurological Disorders Research

Sutter Health Neurological Disorders Research
A neurological disorder is any disorder of the body's nervous system. This may happen due to structural, chemical or electrical problems occurring in the brain, spinal cord or other nerves, which can result in a range of symptoms. Examples of symptoms include paralysis, muscle weakness, poor coordination, loss of sensation, seizures, confusion, pain and altered levels of consciousness. There are many recognized neurological disorders, and much research is being done to find treatments.

Sutter Health Neurological Disorders Research Sutter Health Neurological Disorders Research

Doctor Profiles

The following doctors are part of the Sutter Health network. Learn about the doctors on this site.
Kavian Shahi, M.D., Ph.D.

Kavian Shahi, M.D., Ph.D.

  • Neurosurgery

Jesse D. Babbitz, M.D.

Jesse D. Babbitz, M.D.

  • Neurosurgery

Laura J. Anderson, M.D.

Laura J. Anderson, M.D.

  • Neurosurgery

Christopher D. Summa, M.D.

Christopher D. Summa, M.D.

  • Neurosurgery

Paul S. Jackson, M.D., Ph.D.

Paul S. Jackson, M.D., Ph.D.

  • Neurosurgery

Roger W. Shortz, M.D., FACS

Roger W. Shortz, M.D., FACS

  • Neurosurgery

Edie E. Zusman, M.D., FACS

Edie E. Zusman, M.D., FACS

  • Neurosurgery

VanBuren R. Lemons, M.D.

VanBuren R. Lemons, M.D.

  • Neurosurgery

Gordon Tang, M.D.

Gordon Tang, M.D.

  • Neurosurgery

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