Neurosurgery at Olean Medical Group
Neurosurgery is a specialized field of medicine focused on the prevention, diagnosis, surgical treatment, and rehabilitation of conditions affecting the nervous system. This includes the brain, spinal cord, peripheral nerves, and cerebrovascular system. Neurosurgeons are highly trained physicians who perform surgeries to treat injuries, infections, tumors, and structural issues affecting the nervous system.
At Olean Medical Group, we make specialized neurosurgical care more accessible by partnering with visiting neurosurgeons who see patients on-site each month. Your primary care provider or specialist will help determine if a neurosurgical evaluation is right for you.
Conditions Commonly Treated by Neurosurgeons:
- Herniated spinal discs
- Spinal stenosis
- Hydrocephalus
- Meningitis and spinal infections
- Intracerebral hemorrhages
- Vascular malformations
- Head trauma and brain injury
- Spinal cord trauma
- Brain and spinal tumors
- Chronic back or neck pain requiring surgical intervention
How It Works at Olean Medical Group
If your condition requires a neurosurgical evaluation, your provider will coordinate with our team to schedule an appointment with one of our visiting neurosurgeons. These experienced specialists travel to our Olean location monthly, ensuring you receive expert care without the burden of traveling far.
Our nursing staff will help guide you through the process — from scheduling and medical record coordination to follow-up instructions.
When to See a Neurosurgeon
Neurosurgeons typically see patients by referral. If you’re experiencing symptoms like chronic back pain, nerve compression, sudden weakness, or neurological trauma, your primary care provider or neurologist may recommend a surgical consultation.
Take the Next Step
If you're concerned about a neurological issue that may require surgery, start by speaking with your primary care provider. They’ll determine whether a referral to one of our visiting neurosurgeons is appropriate.
