Neurosurgeon Dom Coric, MD | Neuro-Spinal Scaffold
Oct
23
Neuro-Spinal Scaffold May Improve Condition Of Patients With Complete Paralysis

Six of 11 patients enrolled in the clinical study of the Neuro-Spinal Scaffold have had an AIS upgrade in their spinal cord injury. Neurosurgeon Dom Coric, MD, of our practice is a co-principal investigator for this study.

Read More
Victor Is Victorious
09.11.2017

Victor was gradually losing the use of his hands. This was impacting his life and his livelihood as a barber. When he woke one morning and was unable to walk, Victor turned to our practice for help.

Read More
Example of Minimally Invasive Surgery | Carolina Neurosurgery & Spine Associates
Jun
08
Changing The Way Skull Base Disorders Are Treated With Minimally Invasive Surgery

Carolina NeuroSurgery & Spine Associates is dedicated to continually implementing minimally invasive neurosurgical techniques for both brain and spine surgery. These procedures result in less trauma and decreased recovery time for patients, and usually require much smaller incisions.

Read More
Tools for Spine Surgery | Carolina Neurosurgery & Spine Associates
Apr
12
After 20 Years, Neck Surgery Created At Our Practice Has Helped Thousands Of Patients

In 1997, neurosurgeon Tim Adamson, MD, of Carolina Neurosurgery & Spine Associates developed cervical microendoscopic discectomy (MED), an outpatient procedure to relieve pressure on the spinal nerve caused by a herniated cervical disc. We mark the 20th anniversary of cervical MED by recounting the origin of this procedure that has made a dramatic difference in the quality of life for thousands of patients.

Read More
Physical Therapy Equipment | Carolina Neurosurgery & Spine Associates Physical Therapy
Dec
18
Improving Recovery With Physical Therapy

For the past decade, Carolina Neurosurgery & Spine Associates has offered on-site physical therapy. Having these services within our practice has proven to have a resounding impact on overall patient care. Our experienced team of licensed physical therapists works closely with our neurosurgeons and physiatrists to develop treatment plans, review patient progress and share insight for optimal
patient care. 

Read More
Dr. Joseph Stern
Aug
20
GREENSBORO PHYSICIANS TAKE BRAIN TUMOR TREATMENT TO NEW HEIGHTS

Most climbers make the arduous six-day trek up Mount Kilimanjaro, the highest peak in Africa, to put a check on their bucket list. For neurosurgeon Joseph Stern, MD, of Carolina Neurosurgery & Spine Associates, the purpose of his climb was to raise awareness for the treatment and support services that are available to patients with brain tumors.

Read More
Dr. Asher
Jul
20
Negative Impact Of Whole Brain Radiation Highlighted In New Cancer Study

The results of a 10-year international clinical research study, initiated by two Charlotte physicians, will impact the care of tens of thousands of patients with the most common form of brain cancer. The study demonstrated that the use of whole brain radiation therapy (WBRT) had significant negative impacts on the overall quality of life for patients with brain cancer and did not extend survival rates. The evidence from this study should serve as a catalyst to immediately reduce the use of WBRT for treatment of cerebral metastases and accelerate the development of novel, focused therapies for brain cancer patients. 

Read More
Dr. McGirt
Feb
13
Wheelchair-Bound Patient Is Now Standing Tall Again After Two Spinal Fusion Surgeries

From playing baseball at the University of Tennessee to flying fighter jets on four continents and having a 27-year career as an airline captain, Steve Wieland has led an incredible life. But by the age of 65, he found himself completely helpless. He was unable to walk and was losing function in his hands to the point that he could not feed himself. It would take timing, technology, surgical expertise and rehabilitation to give Steve a new life. 

Read More