Advanced Technology

Virginia Neurosurgeons Use Advanced Technology for Expert, Comprehensive Patient Care

These advanced technologies collectively empower neurosurgeons at Virginia Neurosurgeons to provide cutting-edge care tailored to the specific needs of patients undergoing cranial and spinal interventions.

• Stereotactic Navigation: Utilizes 3D coordinates to precisely locate targets within the brain or spine during surgery, aiding in the accuracy of procedures such as tumor removal, biopsy, or deep brain stimulation.
• Robotic Spine Surgery: Integrates robotic systems to assist neurosurgeons in spinal procedures, enhancing precision and allowing for minimally invasive techniques in spinal fusion, disc replacement, and complex spinal reconstructions.
• Endoscopic Surgery: Involves the use of a thin, flexible tube with a light and camera to visualize and operate in the intricate spaces of the brain and spine, reducing the need for larger incisions and promoting quicker recovery in conditions like pituitary adenomas or spinal cysts.
• Stereotactic Radiosurgery: Delivers precisely targeted radiation to abnormal growths or lesions in the brain or spine, without the need for surgical incisions, making it effective for conditions like brain tumors, arteriovenous malformations, or trigeminal neuralgia.
• Intra-operative Neuronavigation: Integrates real-time imaging and navigation tools during surgery to enhance precision and safety, aiding in procedures like craniotomies, tumor resections, or spinal decompressions.
• Advanced Imaging (MRI/CT): Provides detailed and high-resolution images for accurate diagnosis and treatment planning in a wide range of neurological conditions, including tumors, vascular malformations, and degenerative spine disorders.
• Neuromonitoring: Monitors neurological functions during surgery, ensuring the safety of critical structures like nerves and blood vessels, commonly employed in spinal surgeries to prevent complications.
• Artificial Disc Replacement: Involves replacing damaged spinal discs with artificial implants, preserving motion and alleviating pain in conditions such as degenerative disc disease.
• Minimally Invasive Techniques: Utilizes specialized instruments and visualization tools to perform surgeries with smaller incisions, reducing tissue damage and enhancing recovery, applicable to various spinal procedures and certain cranial surgeries.