Neurosurgery

The Division of Neurosurgery provides surgical and non-surgical evaluation and treatment of the full range of adult nervous system diseases, including those affecting the brain, its blood vessels and coverings, the spine and spinal cord, and the peripheral nerves. The Division has become an acknowledged leader in the New York area in comprehensive, minimally invasive surgical techniques of the spine.

The Chief of Neurosurgery, Dr. Anders Cohen, has gained international acclaim for his pioneering work in minimally invasive techniques for brain and spine surgery. He introduced High Frequency Radiosurgery to the field of neurosurgery with its increased efficacy for excision of brain and spinal tumors. He was the first physician in the New York region to use the XLIF and AxiaLIF techniques for the treatment of degenerative scoliosis and spondylosis. He also pioneered novel endoscopic decompression of the lumbar region. Dr. Cohen is a clinical evaluator for dynamic fusion and artificial disc replacement.

Dr. Cohen lectures both nationally and internationally, and regularly teaches other spine surgeons. He treats both adult and pediatric populations, and works with athletes at the high school, college and professional levels.

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