For nearly three decades, IU Health has helped shape the evolution of deep brain stimulation (DBS), bringing together nationally recognized specialists, groundbreaking research and multidisciplinary care to advance treatment for complex neurological and psychiatric disorders.

DBS is just one example of how IU Health Neurosciences translates research, innovation, clinical excellence and multidisciplinary expertise into better outcomes for patients.
IU Health was among the early adopters of DBS and has grown into one of the region's most comprehensive neuromodulation programs. Today, specialists work across neurosurgery, neurology, psychiatry, neurophysiology and neuroscience research to deliver highly personalized treatment for patients with:
This multidisciplinary approach allows patients to receive coordinated care from evaluation through long-term therapy optimization.
Experts in neurology and neurosurgery, these specialists help guide patients through every stage of the DBS journey.
What makes IU Health unique is the close integration of research and clinical care.
Through collaboration with the Indiana University School of Medicine, researchers and clinicians work together to advance:
Discoveries made in the laboratory directly inform patient care, helping bring novel therapies and treatment approaches to patients faster.
The same expertise that drives innovation in deep brain stimulation extends across the Department of Neurological Surgery at IU Health.
Patients benefit from a nationally recognized team providing advanced care for:
By combining academic medicine, clinical research and subspecialized expertise, IU Health continues to advance the future of neurosurgical care.
Learn more about the department of Neurological Surgery at IU School of Medicine.
View Annual ReportBy combining academic medicine, clinical research and subspecialized expertise, IU Health continues to advance the future of neurosurgical care.
Neurosurgeons, neurologists, psychiatrists, radiologists, and patient care coordinators collaborate on your patient's treatment plan
Participation in major clinical trials and development of next-generation neuromodulation therapies
State-of-the-art surgical, imaging and neuromodulation capabilities
Dedicated nurse navigators and specialized clinical teams support patients throughout their entire care journey
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