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IU Health Neurosurgery - Bloomington
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When you are told you need surgery for a neurologic condition, it can be challenging to adjust to the news.
At IU Health Neurosurgery in Bloomington, we are here for you. We offer the care, resources and support to help make your decisions and your life manageable.
At IU Health, we provide personalized care for you in order to develop the best possible treatment plan. We offer minimally invasive techniques for faster recovery and provide comprehensive care before, during, and after your surgery.
We also have a team that supports you through every challenge. Patients tell us they value our personal, long-standing relationships with them and trust us with their care. We hope you will too.
It’s common to have anxiety or uncertainty about your surgery. That's why we provide clear information and answers to all your questions. Based on your injury or condition, our team works together with you to understand your goals. Included in your care plan is help with emotional support, side effects and personal issues.
Our practice is part of the IU Health system with the largest network of physicians in the state of Indiana. As part of an academic health system, we provide services to the community that are often only found at IU Health. In partnership with Indiana University School of Medicine, our patients have access to leading-edge medicine and treatments.
About IU Health Neurosurgery
At IU Health, we provide personalized care for you in order to develop the best possible treatment plan. We offer minimally invasive techniques for faster recovery and provide comprehensive care before, during, and after your surgery.
We also have a team that supports you through every challenge. Patients tell us they value our personal, long-standing relationships with them and trust us with their care. We hope you will too.
It’s common to have anxiety or uncertainty about your surgery. That's why we provide clear information and answers to all your questions. Based on your injury or condition, our team works together with you to understand your goals. Included in your care plan is help with emotional support, side effects and personal issues.
Our practice is part of the IU Health system with the largest network of physicians in the state of Indiana. As part of an academic health system, we provide services to the community that are often only found at IU Health. In partnership with Indiana University School of Medicine, our patients have access to leading-edge medicine and treatments.
Our neurosurgeons treat brain, spine and nerve-related conditions. When appropriate, we start with conservative treatment such as exercise, physical therapy and medication. We also offer non-invasive and minimally invasive procedures.
Your treatment depends on your specific care plan. Our services include:
- Back, neck and spine pain
- Spine injuries and conditions
- Minimally invasive spine surgery
- Disc replacement surgery
- Carpal tunnel surgery
- Brain tumors
- Traumatic brain injury
Our Services
Our neurosurgeons treat brain, spine and nerve-related conditions. When appropriate, we start with conservative treatment such as exercise, physical therapy and medication. We also offer non-invasive and minimally invasive procedures.
Your treatment depends on your specific care plan. Our services include:
- Back, neck and spine pain
- Spine injuries and conditions
- Minimally invasive spine surgery
- Disc replacement surgery
- Carpal tunnel surgery
- Brain tumors
- Traumatic brain injury
Our neurosurgeons listen to your concerns and offer promising treatment options. Working with you, your care team makes a treatment plan that ensures you get personal, effective care specific to your needs. We guide you through every step and help you learn how to live with a neurological condition.
Besides our surgical staff, you may also work with others on our team. These include:
- Neuro-interventional radiologists (experts in minimally invasive treatments)
- Neuropsychologists (experts in understanding the brain and behavior)
- Neurological nurses
- Therapists
- Rehabilitation
- Pain management
Together, we provide continuous care and follow up services.
Access to Clinical Trials
IU Health researchers take part in clinical research to improve treatment options for neurologic conditions. You may choose to take part in one of our clinical trials that could result in promising new therapies.
Our Approach
Our neurosurgeons listen to your concerns and offer promising treatment options. Working with you, your care team makes a treatment plan that ensures you get personal, effective care specific to your needs. We guide you through every step and help you learn how to live with a neurological condition.
Besides our surgical staff, you may also work with others on our team. These include:
- Neuro-interventional radiologists (experts in minimally invasive treatments)
- Neuropsychologists (experts in understanding the brain and behavior)
- Neurological nurses
- Therapists
- Rehabilitation
- Pain management
Together, we provide continuous care and follow up services.
Access to Clinical Trials
IU Health researchers take part in clinical research to improve treatment options for neurologic conditions. You may choose to take part in one of our clinical trials that could result in promising new therapies.
When you visit with our physicians, nurses and staff we aim to make your appointments as seamless as possible. You can count on us to be with you through every aspect of your care. A referral from your provider is required for your visit.
Preparing for Your Visit
We want everything to go smoothly for you. Here are some helpful tips to help you get ready for your appointment with us.
- Have your provider send medical records to us before your scheduled visit or bring the information with you during your visit. These may be sent via fax or through the mail. You may also bring copies of your medical records with you to your visit.
- Bring insurance card(s) and identification.
- Bring a list of current medications, including over-the-counter medicines.
- If you’ve had any imaging procedures such as X-ray, CT or MRI, outside of IU Health be sure to bring reports and images on a disc.
- Arrive 15 minutes early to complete any outstanding paperwork.
Parking
We have a parking lot near our facility.
Amenities
If you or your family plan to stay in the area, you may call 812.334.8900 for a list of hotels that accommodate family.
Insurance
We accept most insurance plans. You are responsible for checking on eligibility before accepting a referral to neurosurgery.
About Your Visit
When you visit with our physicians, nurses and staff we aim to make your appointments as seamless as possible. You can count on us to be with you through every aspect of your care. A referral from your provider is required for your visit.
Preparing for Your Visit
We want everything to go smoothly for you. Here are some helpful tips to help you get ready for your appointment with us.
- Have your provider send medical records to us before your scheduled visit or bring the information with you during your visit. These may be sent via fax or through the mail. You may also bring copies of your medical records with you to your visit.
- Bring insurance card(s) and identification.
- Bring a list of current medications, including over-the-counter medicines.
- If you’ve had any imaging procedures such as X-ray, CT or MRI, outside of IU Health be sure to bring reports and images on a disc.
- Arrive 15 minutes early to complete any outstanding paperwork.
Parking
We have a parking lot near our facility.
Amenities
If you or your family plan to stay in the area, you may call 812.334.8900 for a list of hotels that accommodate family.
Insurance
We accept most insurance plans. You are responsible for checking on eligibility before accepting a referral to neurosurgery.
