Faculty in the UF Department of Neurosurgery provide, under the direction of Dr. David W. Pincus a full range of pediatric neurosurgical services. Shands at UF is a regional center for the treatment of a variety of congenital disorders including spina bifida, hydrocephalus, tethered cord, cerebral palsy, Chiari malformation, craniosynostosis, and spasticity. Pediatric brain tumors including medulloblastoma, ependymoma, and pilocytic astrocytoma are frequently referred to us for treatment at UF.

Over 300 pediatric neurosurgical procedures are performed annually at Shands.

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Related Links

• Pediatric Brain Tumor Program
• Neurosurgery at Shands at the University of Florida
• University of Florida Department of Neurosurgery

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For more information or to schedule a new patient appointment, please call 352.273.9000.

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For more information or to schedule a new patient appointment, please call 352.273.9000.

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To make a new patient appointment or find out more information about neurosurgery services offered at Shands at the University of Florida, please call 352-273-9000