Cerebrovascular Surgery

The top neurosurgeons at the Weill Cornell Medicine Department of Neurological Surgery offer world-class treatment for aneurysms, arteriovenous malformations, carotid occlusions, trigeminal neuralgia, and other vascular conditions of the brain and spine. 

Our service combines expertise in minimally invasive surgical techniques with the advanced specialties of interventional neuroradiology and stereotactic radiosurgery, making us the go-to center for cerebrovascular disorders.

At Weill Cornell Medicine, world-renowned surgeons under the leadership of neurosurgeon-in-chief Philip Stieg, Ph.D., M.D., use state-of-the-art diagnostic tests to provide a detailed treatment plan for each patient. Microsurgery, embolization, and other leading-edge treatments have a proven track record of providing successful results.

Our unique Interventional Neuroradiology Program, directed by Dr. Jared Knopman, performs many advanced procedures, including pre-operative embolization, to improve outcomes in cerebrovascular cases.  We also offer non-invasive Stereotactic Radiosurgery as an option for some cerebrovascular disorders. Under the direction of Dr. Susan Pannullo, the Stereotactic Radiosurgery Program offers highly focused radiation treatments using advanced linear accelerator (LINAC), CyberKnife, or Gamma Knife equipment.