Brain & Spine Institute
Connecticut’s First Pediatric DBS for Epilepsy: A New Era in Care
Thanks to a groundbreaking collaboration between Connecticut Children’s and UConn Health, Drs. Christopher Conner and David Hersh became the first in Connecticut to perform deep brain stimulation on a child with drug-resistant epilepsy—paving the way for others like Bella to benefit.
From Minimally Invasive Disc Surgery to Oncology
Dr. Michael Weber brings expertise in oncologic spine surgery to UConn Health
UConn Health Neuromodulation Center of Excellence for Veterans
Connecticut Passes Law to Establish UConn Health Neuromodulation Center of Excellence to Provide Veterans with Access to Therapy for Stroke Recovery.
UConn Health Minute: Managing Migraines
Migraines are a neurological disorder that can cause debilitating pain affecting both family and work life. UConn Health’s Dr. Nicole Gill talks about when to see a doctor and what treatment options are available.
First Stem Cell Medicine Course for Clinicians Available for Free
UConn School of Medicine Expertise and Leadership Contributes to International Society for Stem Cell Research (ISSCR) and Harvard Medical School’s First Global Continuing Education Course for Clinicians and Medical Students.
UConn Health Minute: Stroke Signs
Stroke is a leading cause of disability but knowing the warning signs and seeking treatment sooner can lead to better outcomes. In this UConn Health Minute, neurologist Priya Narwal, reviews the most common symptoms and risk factors.
Dr. Hilary Onyiuke Among ‘Elite 8’ in Augmented Reality Spine Surgery
Appointed to National Technical Board for Augmedics xvision® Spine System
Augmedics Completes 10,000th Augmented Reality Spine Surgery – Performed at UConn Health
The record-setting 10,000th case was performed by Dr. Isaac Moss, Chair of Orthopedic Surgery at UConn Health. The orthopaedic surgery and neurosurgery teams began using Augmedics in May 2022, becoming the first in central Connecticut to offer AR navigated spine surgery. Today, with six spine surgeons across the orthopedic and neurosurgery departments regularly utilizing xvision, it’s one of the largest AR programs in the country.
UConn Health Expands Comprehensive Concussion Care
Dr. Brian Kelley brings specialized training in neurotrauma and neurocritical care
UConn Health Board of Directors Honor the Success of World-Renowned Neurosurgeon Dr. Ketan Bulsara
Chair of the Department of Neurosurgery will be recognized at Commencement with the 2025 Board of Directors Faculty Recognition Award.