Neurological care

Our neurosurgeons perform craniotomies, a type of brain surgery used to remove a brain tumor or blood clot, control hemorrhaging or relieve pressure inside the skull. There are four types of craniotomies distinguished by how the surgery is performed, including:

• Awake — You are awakened from anesthesia after the skull is opened during this type of craniotomy.
• Burr hole or keyhole — A dime-sized hole is created in the skull to help relieve pressure on the brain.
• Endoscopic — An illuminated camera scope is entered through the burr or keyhole into the brain.
• Stereotactic — Our surgeon uses computer navigation to take images of the brain, which helps guide them through the burr or keyholes previously made in the skull.

Minimally invasive robot-assisted surgery allows our surgeons to perform complex procedures, with reduced complications and faster recovery times for you. Robotic techniques allow for highly detailed imaging and surgical navigation, and we use this technology to operate on brain tumors, aneurysms, vascular lesions and skull-based issues.

Our surgeons can view your anatomy in 3D, making it possible to perform complex procedures on unreachable areas or tumors of the brain with greater precision. This technology also automatically maps and highlights all tracts before and during surgery for optimal surgical planning.

As a PSC, we are part of the first network of certified stroke centers in Nevada. Our team of doctors and nurses works to recognize stroke symptoms immediately. We take pride in giving you access to highly qualified medical professionals who can expertly treat a stroke.

Comprehensive stroke treatment

Proper medical evaluation and prompt treatment are vital to recovering from a stroke. Treatment varies, as it depends on the type of stroke. Our primary goal in treating an ischemic stroke is to open up the blockage. In a hemorrhagic stroke, we aim to relieve the excess pressure being put on the brain by arterial bleeding or an aneurysm.

Depending on the severity of your condition, our stroke treatments may include:

• Anticoagulants — Anticoagulants work to reduce the blood's ability to clot.
• Antiplatelets — Antiplatelet medications prevent blood clots by making it more difficult for the blood’s platelets to stick together.
• Clot-breaking medications — These medications can break up blood clots in the brain’s arteries, stop a stroke and reduce damage to the brain.
• Mechanical thrombectomy — During this procedure, a catheter directly delivers a clot-disrupting or retrieval device to pull the clot out of the vessel.
• Stents — This procedure treats artery walls that have weakened by inflating the narrowed artery and supporting the artery walls with a stent.
• Surgery — If medications don't work, surgery is performed to remove a blood clot and plaques from arteries.

Stroke support group

After a stroke, it isn't uncommon to experience various emotional and physical challenges that can include:

• Anger
• Anxiety
• Confusion
• Depression
• Difficulty eating or swallowing
• Trouble walking
• Vision issues

Because of this, we feel it's essential for you to connect with other stroke survivors and their caregivers or families for support. Our stroke support group's goal is to help provide a community where individuals can share their experiences and learn about the rehabilitation and recovery process. Additionally, this complimentary service allows you to discuss various insights on living after a stroke and creating a stroke care plan going forward.

To register for our support group or to get more information, call (702) 962-5021.