 United HospitalUnited Neurosurgery AssociatesA program of: 
For more information or to make an appointment please United Neurosurgery Associates is dedicated to the care of patients with neurological disorders. The neurosurgeons at United Neurosurgery Associates are renowned for their expertise and technical skills. Our physicians and medical professionals specialize in:
Brain and spinal cord tumorsA primary brain tumor is a group (mass) of abnormal cells that start in the brain.
Intraoperative MRIIntraoperative magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is a procedure that can help improve a neurosurgeon’s ability to remove brain lesions by providing real-time images during the operation.
Pituitary tumorsA pituitary tumor is an abnormal growth in the pituitary gland, the part of the brain that regulates the body's balance of hormones.
AneurysmsAn aneurysm is an abnormal widening or ballooning of a portion of an artery due to weakness in the wall of the blood vessel.
Arteriovenous malformationsPulmonary arteriovenous fistula (aka - arteriovenous malformations) is a condition in which an abnormal connection (fistula) develops between an artery and vein in the lungs. As a result, blood passes through the lungs without receiving enough oxygen.
Carotid stenosisA carotid arteriogram is an x-ray study designed to determine if there is narrowing or other abnormality in the carotid artery, a main artery to the brain.
Pediatric cerebral palsyCerebral palsy is condition, sometimes thought of as a group of disorders that can involve brain and nervous system functions such as movement, learning, hearing, seeing, and thinking.
Selective dorsal rhizotomySelective dorsal rhizotomy is a surgical procedure in which the nerves that cause spasticity are cut.
HydrocephalusHydrocephalus is a build up of fluid inside the skull, leading to brain swelling. Hydrocephalus means "water on the brain."
NeurotraumaA head injury is any trauma that leads to injury of the scalp, skull, or brain. The injuries can range from a minor bump on the skull to serious brain injury.
SpasticitySpasticity is involuntary, increased muscle tone that occurs when the brain communication with the spinal cord is partially disrupted due to illness or injury in the nervous system. Learn more about Sister Kenny Spasticity Management Program. United Neurosurgery Associates StaffOur physiciansOur nurse practitionersReferralsWe provide a referral form for the convenience of the patient and the referring physician. This form lists the medical tests that are helpful to have for our first visit with the patient. We request that the patients bring their scans images (MRI, CT, angiogram, myelogram, plain films, etc.) with them to their appointment.
CT scanA computed tomography (CT) scan is an imaging method that uses x-rays to create cross-sectional pictures of the body.
AngiogramAn angiogram -- also called heart catheterization, cardiac catheterization or cardiac angiography -- is a common test used to evaluate your heart muscles, valves and coronary arteries.
MyelogramA myelogram is a test done for back pain. This test can help caregivers find out if other problems are causing your back pain, such as broken bones or cancer. Usually this test is not done until other treatments have been tried and have not helped your back pain. In addition, we have included two of the forms that patients need to complete. You may print off these forms and fill them out before coming to your first appointment. Admitting privilegesOur physicians have admitting privileges to the following hospitals:
We also provide services to the following outpatient facilities: LocationOur clinic is located in the Nasseff Specialty Center next to United Hospital, with convenient parking in the Specialty Center parking lot next to the Center on Chestnut. Cost is $2 to park, with no time restrictions. 225 North Smith Avenue, Suite 200 Monday - Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Dedicated neurosurgery suitesTwo neurosurgical suites on the second floor of United Hospital are dedicated to neurosurgical procedures. Intraoperative MRIIntraoperative magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is a procedure that can help improve a neurosurgeon’s ability to remove brain lesions by providing real-time images during the operation. United Hospital is installing the Neuro II 1.5 Tesla intraoperative MRI system from IMRIS (Innovative Magnetic Resonance Imaging Systems Incorporated). The mobility of the system allows the neurosurgeon to update images quickly and efficiently so that surgical adjustments and decisions can be made with pinpoint accuracy. In addition, the neurosurgeon can use the intraoperative MRI to confirm that the entire tumor was removed before closing, thus reducing the need for additional operations. |
Mary E. Dunn, MD
