The Pediatric Neurosurgery Department at Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh is internationally recognized for its outstanding care of infants, children and young adults with diseases or injuries to the brain or spinal cord.

Evaluation and treatment is provided by board-certified pediatric neurosurgeons who specialize in the evaluation and treatment of children with a range of neurosurgical disorders, such as brain tumors, spasticity, movement disorders, intractable epilepsy, hydrocephalus, craniosynostosis, head injuries, and spina bifida, as well as other cranial malformations and spinal deformities. In addition, a full range of qualified health care professionals comprise a multidisciplinary team of specialists that can only be found at a hospital dedicated solely to children.

Children’s Pediatric Neurosurgery Department is considered to be one of the top three programs of its kind in the country. This reputation can be attributed to extraordinary productivity, first-rate scientific investigations and exceptional patient outcomes.

In addition, the department has a genuine commitment to patient satisfaction. The department’s patient- and family-polled satisfaction rating is 4.7 out of a possible 5. With a clear focus on family-centered care, the faculty and staff have set the standard for excellence in their specialty. Comprehensive care includes close follow-up, long after treatment to optimize outcomes.