Pediatric Neurosurgery
We offer the latest clinical trials and state-of-the-art procedures.
Pediatric neurosurgery is a specialized discipline involving surgery on the nervous system of infants, children, and adolescents. It begins with careful evaluation and diagnosis of the condition—caused by disease or injury—affecting the brain, spinal cord, or peripheral nerves. While every effort is made for nonsurgical intervention, neurosurgery can often be the best way to improve, and even save, a child’s life.
We work closely with other pediatric specialists to provide the individualized care your child needs before, during, and after surgery.
Our board-certified pediatric neurosurgeon, in association with the University of Miami Health System, brings the highest level of expertise to every patient, no matter the complexity of their case. Our pediatric neurosurgery team is recognized for excellence in surgical expertise. Simply said, our program is one of the most highly recognized in the United States.
Services include state-of-the-art surgical management of disorders of the nervous system including:
- Arachnoid cysts
- Arteriovenous malformations
- Brain tumors
- Bracchial plexus repair
- Cavernous malformations
- Chiari malformations
- Craniosynostosis (open and endoscopic treatment)
- Congenital disorders of the brain and spine, including spina bifida and fetal consults
- Head and spine trauma
- Hydrocephalus (endoscopic third ventriculostomy (ETV) and choroid plexus cauterization procedure (CPC)
- Moyamoya disease (vascular malformations of the brain)
- Pituitary tumors (transsphenoidal endoscopic treatment available)
- Surgical treatments for epilepsy
- Spinal cord tumors
- Tethered cord
- Tuberous sclerosis
Description
Pediatric neurosurgery is a specialized discipline involving surgery on the nervous system of infants, children, and adolescents. It begins with careful evaluation and diagnosis of the condition—caused by disease or injury—affecting the brain, spinal cord, or peripheral nerves. While every effort is made for nonsurgical intervention, neurosurgery can often be the best way to improve, and even save, a child’s life.
We work closely with other pediatric specialists to provide the individualized care your child needs before, during, and after surgery.
Our board-certified pediatric neurosurgeon, in association with the University of Miami Health System, brings the highest level of expertise to every patient, no matter the complexity of their case. Our pediatric neurosurgery team is recognized for excellence in surgical expertise. Simply said, our program is one of the most highly recognized in the United States.
Services include state-of-the-art surgical management of disorders of the nervous system including:
- Arachnoid cysts
- Arteriovenous malformations
- Brain tumors
- Bracchial plexus repair
- Cavernous malformations
- Chiari malformations
- Craniosynostosis (open and endoscopic treatment)
- Congenital disorders of the brain and spine, including spina bifida and fetal consults
- Head and spine trauma
- Hydrocephalus (endoscopic third ventriculostomy (ETV) and choroid plexus cauterization procedure (CPC)
- Moyamoya disease (vascular malformations of the brain)
- Pituitary tumors (transsphenoidal endoscopic treatment available)
- Surgical treatments for epilepsy
- Spinal cord tumors
- Tethered cord
- Tuberous sclerosis
Many of these serious conditions can be treated with minimally invasive procedures, resulting in faster recoveries and fewer scars.
Why choose our pediatric neurosurgery program
Our neurosciences clinic combines the expertise of both pediatric neurologists and neurosurgeons, which allows for a more streamlined approach.
Holtz Children’s Hospital at University of Miami/Jackson Memorial Medical Center is one of the largest children’s hospitals in the southeastern United States, offering children and parents access to the newest research, latest advancements, and finest care. It combines the strengths and expertise of Jackson Health System and UHealth – University of Miami Health System, which allows our teams to provide patients with a multidisciplinary approach to their care.
Our board-certified pediatric neurosurgeon is an expert in endoscopic procedures and minimally invasive surgeries. Dr. Heather McCrea is trained to use rigid endoscopes, and is the only surgeon in Miami trained to use flexible endoscopes – valuable skills used when performing craniosynostosis repairs, and treating brain tumors, pituitary tumors, and arachnoid cysts.
Description
Many of these serious conditions can be treated with minimally invasive procedures, resulting in faster recoveries and fewer scars.
Why choose our pediatric neurosurgery program
Our neurosciences clinic combines the expertise of both pediatric neurologists and neurosurgeons, which allows for a more streamlined approach.
Holtz Children’s Hospital at University of Miami/Jackson Memorial Medical Center is one of the largest children’s hospitals in the southeastern United States, offering children and parents access to the newest research, latest advancements, and finest care. It combines the strengths and expertise of Jackson Health System and UHealth – University of Miami Health System, which allows our teams to provide patients with a multidisciplinary approach to their care.
Our board-certified pediatric neurosurgeon is an expert in endoscopic procedures and minimally invasive surgeries. Dr. Heather McCrea is trained to use rigid endoscopes, and is the only surgeon in Miami trained to use flexible endoscopes – valuable skills used when performing craniosynostosis repairs, and treating brain tumors, pituitary tumors, and arachnoid cysts.
My Jackson Miracle
Ella Chase, 14, started taking gymnastics classes at age 7, and immediately fell in love with the sport. She soon began practicing five hours a day, five days a week. In March 2021, the Orlando native was in the middle of her gymnastics season when she began feeling a pain in her back. Growing more concerned for their daughter, Paul and Jennifer Chase sought the help of their local doctor, who diagnosed Ella with a stress fracture. Facing the daunting possibility of having to permanently leave gymnastics, the Chase family searched online and came across Allan D. Levi, MD, PhD, chief of neurosurgery at Jackson Memorial Hospital.
Location
Location
Holtz Children’s Hospital
1611 N.W. 12th Avenue, Miami, FL, 33136
Open 24 hours
Meet the Team
Neurological Surgery, Neurological Surgery Pediatrics
