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Barrow Neurological Institute of St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center, Phoenix, Arizona
Since 1962, Barrow Neurological Institute has been providing care for patients with neurological conditions such as epilepsy, multiple sclerosis, cerebral aneurysms, brain and spinal cord tumors, and Alzheimer's disease. At the heart of the Institute are professionals dedicated to providing compassionate patient care and to finding treatments, and possibly cures, for these sometimes devastating diseases.
Such dedication by Barrow researchers and clinicians is the reason U.S. News & World Report named Barrow Neurological Institute at St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center as one of the top 10 hospitals for neurology and neurosurgery in 2006.
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Acoustic Neuroma Center
The Barrow Acoustic Neuroma Center is a new multi-disciplinary team at St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center designed to provide comprehensive evaluation, diagnostic testing, and treatment patients with acoustic neuromas, neurofibromatosis, and temporal bone disorders . . . more
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Brain Tumor Clinic
Barrow has been a neurological pioneer since its inception, leading the way in the development of cutting-edge treatments and surgical procedures, research and the creation of outstanding programs and centers. One of the areas in which Barrow has forged numerous advancements is brain tumor diagnosis and neurosurgery . . . more
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Cerebrovascular Disorders
Many cerebrovascular diseases are comprised of relatively rare entities that require the expertise of an experienced neurovascular team to provide a comprehensive review of treatment options . . . more
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Craniofacial Center
Craniofacial disorders are abnormalities of the skull and face, some are mild while others are severe enough to require reconstructive surgery. If treated early, patients with these abnormalities can lead normal lives . . . more
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Diagnostic Services
Barrow Neurological Institute of St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center provides state-of-the-art diagnostic services. The latest techniques for magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), computed tomography (CT), and other diagnostic procedures are provided in a learning environment that is a unique blend of research, teaching, and practical tertiary care medicine . . . more
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Endovascular Neurosurgery
Endovascular surgery is used to treat a variety of cerebrovascular diseases (disorders of the blood vessels of the head and neck) including stroke, aneurysms, tumors, arteriovenous malformations and dural arteriovenous fistulas. Often when these diseases that are untreatable through conventional surgery, they can be treated through endovascular neurosurgery techniques . . . more
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Epilepsy
The Epilepsy Center at Barrow Neurological Institute is dedicated to the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of epilepsy and disorders that cause symptoms similar to epilepsy. The center provides diagnostic testing, treatment of epilepsy through medical management and surgery, counseling and stress reduction programs for children and adults with epilepsy, and referrals to community resources . . . more
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Hypothalamic Hamartoma Center
Hypothalamic hamartomas (HHs) are rare, benign tumors of the hypothalamus, a region of the brain that regulates many critical functions. HHs affect children from infancy onward and commonly cause seizures, precocious puberty, abnormalities in endocrine function, and cognitive and behavioral problems . . . more
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MDA Clinic
The MDA Clinic, supported by the Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA), is recognized for its patient care services, education, and support programs. The clinic provides care for patients with neuromuscular diseases (NMDs) and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), which is also known as Lou Gehrig's disease . . . more
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Movement Disorders, Parkinson's and Essential Tremor
Movement disorders are neurological disorders that disturb the ability to control movements. They are the result of abnormal functioning in a part of the brain called the basal ganglia, which is responsible for controlling movement . . . more
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Multiple Sclerosis
Multiple sclerosis affects multiple areas of the brain and spinal cord, leaving lesions that interfere with the ability of the nervous system to send and receive signals. An individual with multiple sclerosis may experience trouble walking, muscle stiffness or spasms, weakness, vision problems, or numbness or tingling sensations, among other symptoms . . . more
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Neuro-Ophthalmology
Neuro-ophthalmology is a neurological subspecialty that combines the expertise of ophthalmology and neurology. Neuro-ophthalmologists join the patient's care team when a patient has a neurological visual disorder that can lead to a loss of vision or peripheral visual fields, visual hallucinations, pupillary asymmetry, ocular motility dysfunction and diplopia . . . more
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Neuropsychology
The Section of Clinical Neuropsychology at the Barrow Neurological Institute was established in 1985 under the direction and leadership of George P. Prigatano, PhD. The section provides clinical services to a wide range of patients with known or suspected neurological conditions . . . more
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Neurorehabilitation
Barrow Neurorehabilitative Services offers unparalleled rehabilitative care for individuals with brain and spinal cord diseases, injuries, and conditions. Barrow neurorehabilitation specialists' primary goal is to help patients enhance their quality of life through improved skills, maximized independence, and renewed self-esteem . . . more
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Neurotrauma
Injuries to the central nervous system resulting in traumatic brain injury (TBI) or spinal cord injury (SCI) are the types of injury most likely to result in death or lifelong disability. Nationally, about 1.5 million Americans sustain a traumatic brain injury and 11,000 persons are hospitalized for spinal cord injury each year . . . more
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Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus Center
The Barrow Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus Center has a multidisciplinary team to provide comprehensive evaluation, diagnostic testing, and treatment for patients with this disease . . . more
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Pediatric Neurological Disorders
The Division of Pediatric Neurosciences is involved in the clinical care of children, the education of clinical pediatric specialists, and research into the causes of and possible treatments for pediatric neurological disorders. Clinicians in the Division evaluate and treat infants, children, and adolescents with neurological and neurodevelopmental disorders . . . more
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Pituitary Center
The Barrow Pituitary Center evaluates and treats patients who are suffering from neuroendocrine disorders and pituitary tumors such as adenomas, prolactinomas, craniopharyngiomas, Cushing's disease, acromegaly, and gigantism. Patients are treated through a multidisciplinary approach that draws on the expertise of specialists in many disciplines, including endocrinologists, neurologists, neurosurgeons, and radiation oncologists, among others . . . more
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Radiosurgery Center
The Gamma Knife and CyberKnife centers at Barrow Neurological Institute offer one of the safest and most effective alternatives to surgery for brain disorders . . . more
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Skull Base Center
The Barrow Skull Base Center provides evaluation, diagnosis and treatment for patients with a wide range of skull base tumors and disorders through a multidisciplinary team approach. A full spectrum of diagnostic and treatment services are available . . . more
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Spine
The Section of Spinal Surgery at Barrow Neurological Institute encompasses the most advanced techniques to correct surgical disorders of the spine and spinal cord. A diverse faculty consists of world renowned spinal surgeons, radiation therapists, endovascular neurosurgeons, neuroradiologists, and rehabilitation specialists . . . more
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Stroke Center
A stroke occurs when part of the brain is suddenly deprived of blood because of a narrowed, blocked, or ruptured blood vessel. When blood fails to reach parts of the brain, brain cells die from a lack of oxygen and nutrients. As a result, the functions controlled by those brain cells are impaired or lost . . . more
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