Neurosurgery and Spine Surgery

Our neurosurgeons treat all forms of brain, spine and nerve injuries and conditions, including:

Tumours

• Acoustic neuroma
• Brain tumours
• Meningioma
• Pituitary tumours
• Spine tumours

Brain

• Arteriovenous malformations (AVMs)
• Brain aneurysms
• Brain haemorrhage
• Cavernoma (cavernous malformation)
• Dural arteriovenous fistulas
• Head injuries
• Hydrocephalus
• Idiopathic intracranial hypertension
• Subdural haematoma

Spine

• Sciatica
• Scoliosis
• Spinal fractures
• Spinal stenosis

Nervous system

• Central nervous system infection or abscess
• Hemifacial spasm
• Stroke
• Trigeminal neuralgia

Neurosurgery and spine surgery are among the most complex and intricate procedures in medicine. Our highly skilled neurosurgeons are experienced in even the most advanced techniques. Our treatments and services include:

Biopsies

Biopsies are diagnostic procedures where we remove small tissue samples so we can examine them under a microscope to look for abnormalities or injuries. To diagnose a brain, nerve or spine condition, we may do a brain biopsy or nerve, muscle and arterial biopsies.

Minimally invasive procedures

Our team performs all types of minimally invasive and noninvasive procedures to treat neurological conditions. We may use:

• Baclofen pumps. These devices administer muscle-relaxing medication to decrease spasticity related to multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injuries or other neurological conditions.
• Gamma knife radiosurgery. This procedure treats brain disorders without incisions.
• Minimally invasive laser therapy. This therapy treats brain tumours and epilepsy.
• Spinal cord stimulation. We can use spinal cord stimulation to deliver electrical signals to the spinal cord or specific nerves to block pain signals.

Surgery

We do many types of spine surgery and neurosurgery, often using cranial and spinal robotic technology to increase accuracy and safety during the procedure.

• Brain tumour removal surgery incorporates interventional MRI to confirm we’ve removed the entire tumour.
• Epilepsy surgery is used when medication cannot manage your seizures.
• Deep brain stimulation delivers electrical impulses through implanted brain electrodes to block or change the abnormal activity that causes symptoms.
• Functional surgery treats trigeminal neuralgia and hemifacial spasm.
• Neurovascular surgery treats conditions impacting the blood supply to the brain or spinal cord — including aneurysms, cavernomas and AVMs.
• Skull-base surgery removes tumours or other lesions at the base of the skull.
• Spinal fusion connects two or more vertebrae in an unstable spine.
• Spinal disk surgery repairs degenerated disks and decompresses the spine from this degeneration or tumour growth.

Our consultants also use ventriculoperitoneal shots, ventriculostomy and intracranial pressure (ICP) monitoring for conditions such as hydrocephalus and raised brain pressure.

Paying for Neurosurgery and Spinal Surgery at Cleveland Clinic

When you’re considering private spinal or neurosurgery, you likely have much on your mind — including paying for your care. We ensure you receive a personalised estimate with clear pricing before your procedure. When it comes time to settle your account, you can use private medical insurance or self-pay services. If you prefer to pay in instalments, our partner Chrysalis Finance offers payment plans.

What’s Next?

When you need surgery for your spine, brain or nervous system, you want prompt and expert care. At Cleveland Clinic London, you’ll not only get quickly booked for an appointment that fits your schedule but work with leading neurosurgeons. Our team crafts a comprehensive treatment plan — ensuring you get what you need. From the very beginning, we are there to support you. Answering every question, addressing any concerns and guiding you through each step, our team keeps you at the heart of everything we do.

Learn more

If you’re a patient and need neurosurgery services, visit our Contact Centre or call your GP. If you have a life-threatening condition, such as a heart attack or stroke, go to the nearest accident and emergency department or call 999.