Neurointerventional Surgery Division

Having neurointerventional surgery

We specialize in treating a broad spectrum of neurovascular conditions, including:

• Brain aneurysms: Weak spots in blood vessels that can balloon out and potentially rupture.
• Arteriovenous malformations (AVMs) and dural arteriovenous fistulas (dAVFs): Abnormal tangles of blood vessels that can disrupt normal blood flow.
• Acute ischemic stroke: Rapid intervention to remove blood clots causing ischemic stroke.
• Carotid artery disease: Narrowing of the neck arteries that supply blood to the brain.
• Venous sinus disease: Conditions affecting the large veins that drain blood from the brain, which can lead to issues like increased intracranial pressure or stroke.
• Spine conditions: Such as vertebral compression fractures (treated with procedures like kyphoplasty).

We understand that facing a neurovascular condition can be daunting. Our team is dedicated to providing compassionate care, thoroughly explaining your condition and treatment options, and supporting you through every step of your journey.

Neurointerventional Surgery Division specialists

AHN Neurointerventional Specialists are highly skilled and dedicated physicians representing a cutting-edge field within medicine, focusing on minimally invasive techniques to treat complex conditions of the brain, spine, and nervous system. Our specialists have undergone extensive and rigorous training, including medical school, followed by specialized residency programs in neurology, neurosurgery, or radiology with a focus on neurointervention.

How to get care

If you need an appointment with our Neurointerventional Surgery Division, including interventional neurology or neurointerventional surgery, we’re here to help.

Schedule your appointment today

To see an AHN Neurointerventional specialist, schedule an appointment by calling a regional office near you:

What to expect at your new patient visit

When you receive care at the AHN Neuroscience Institute and our comprehensive Spine Center, you’re working with board-certified neurologists, neurosurgeons, and pain management physicians who can deliver highly specialized treatments using the latest, most advanced technologies. We encourage you to sign up for AHN MyChart access where you can complete some new patient paperwork and questionnaires through the MyChart web portal or the MyChart smartphone app. 

Plan to arrive at the check-in desk about 30 minutes prior to the start of your appointment. That will provide enough time for the necessary intake information. Even if you use the eCheck-In through the MyChart, we ask that you arrive at a check-in desk 15 minutes before the start of your appointment to make sure we have your appropriate information.

What to take to your first visit

We recommend that you bring a trusted friend or family member to attend any appointment, but we do not recommend taking young children who cannot be left unattended in the waiting rooms. There are also certain items and paperwork you’ll want to have with you, so our office staff and healthcare team have your necessary information.

Required identification and payment

In order to process your information and start your appointment on time, please bring:

• Insurance cards.
• Photo ID.
• Copay (no cash accepted).

Medical information and records

Please bring copies of previous medical records, including office visit notes, lab work, hospital stay summaries, and radiology reports from outside health organizations. You’ll also want to have a complete list of medications and supplements, including dosing amounts.

For worker’s compensation or auto claim purposes, please have: date of injury, claim number, billing address, and the name and phone number of the claims adjuster.

Imaging studies (if applicable)

If you have had imaging studies done at outside of Allegheny Health Network imaging locations, you will need to:

• Contact the imaging facility and request a physical disc with the imaging and radiologist report.
• Some sites will require a few days to a week’s notice before you can pick up the disc.
• If you do not have copies of imaging, your initial evaluation will be incomplete, and we may need to schedule additional appointments.

Personal items and equipment (if applicable)

If you will require any personal items or medical equipment — walker, cane, wheelchair, oxygen — that will make your post-procedure care easier, please bring that with you.

Clinical trials and research

As a comprehensive cerebrovascular center, AHN is committed to pushing the boundaries of treatment through active participation in groundbreaking research and clinical trials. Our patients often have access to innovative therapies and devices before they become widely available.

Our team has been proud to contribute to significant studies, including trials like PICASSO and the MEMBRANE Trial. Participation in these and other trials not only offers eligible patients access to the latest advancements but also helps shape the future of neurointerventional surgery, ultimately improving outcomes for patients worldwide. We are continually seeking new ways to enhance patient care through rigorous scientific inquiry.

Currently active clinical trials

If you would like to participate in a clinical trial and help our innovative team discover groundbreaking health solutions, ask your doctor if you’re eligible to participate in one. Find currently active clinical trials that are open for participation.

Refer your patient to AHN Neurointerventional Surgery

If you have a patient that you would like to refer to AHN neurointerventional surgery, call 412-359-6200. Please fax pertinent records to 412-359-6617.

If you have any questions about independent physician referral, read the Independent Physician Referral FAQs.