About Us

A tradition of excellence

Columbia Neurosurgery is one of the top-five neurosurgical practices in the United States. Our patients always come first. Our mission is to provide patients with outstanding care and achieve the best possible outcomes. It is here that we offer not only unparalleled expertise and access to cutting-edge technology, but also a hand to hold onto as you journey through this difficult time.

Why Choose Us

Our neurosurgeons deliver outstanding care, making clear communication about brain and spine conditions so that patients and their families are equipped to make wise decisions during critical times.

Our History

A history of the Neurological Institute of New York and its Department of Neurological Surgery

The Neurological Institute of New York was founded in 1909 as the first hospital in North America devoted exclusively to the care of patients afflicted with neurological diseases.

Black and white historical photo of the Neurological Institute of New York

News

Columbia Neurosurgery Celebrates Dr. Ken Shepard as a Jointly Appointed Professor with the School of Engineering and Applied Science

October 29, 2024

Discussing the joint appointment of Dr. Ken Shepard as the Columbia University Lau Family Professor of Electrical Engineering and Professor of Biomedical Engineering and Neurosurgery.
Dr. Sean Lavine Presents at the Cardiovascular Research Foundation TCTMD Annual Meeting in Washington, DC

November 8, 2024

Dr. Sean Lavine, Chief of Columbia Neurosurgery’s Cerebrovascular Program traveled earlier this month to present at TCTMD 2024 in Washington, DC.
Columbia Neurosurgery at CNS 2024: Highlights from Our Spine Team

October 3, 2024

Last week, Columbia Neurosurgery Spine attended the annual Congress of Neurological Surgeons (CNS) meeting in Houston

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