For years, Jillian believed her headaches, jaw pain, and pressure behind her eyes were simply signs of aging. Instead, she discovered she had a pituitary tumor causing acromegaly. In this patient success story, Jillian shares how Dr. Rupa Juthani used minimally invasive pituitary tumor surgery to remove the tumor, eliminate her symptoms, and help her return to the life she loves. Watch her share her story in her own words.
After years of chronic neck and back pain, Ilisa faced multiple spine surgeries that ultimately changed her life. In this patient success story, she shares how Dr. Estin’s thoughtful approach to spinal fusion surgery helped her regain her independence, continue her nursing career, travel to see her granddaughter, and enjoy everyday life without the limitations of chronic pain. Watch Ilisa tell her story in her own words.
After nearly four years of chronic back pain and uncertainty, Russell found the confidence to undergo spinal fusion surgery with Dr. Gigante. In this patient success story, he shares how the procedure relieved his pain, restored his mobility, and helped him return to the activities he loves, including golf, hockey, working out, and spending quality time with his family. Watch Russell tell his story in his own words and learn how spinal fusion can help the right patients reclaim an active life.
Microvascular decompression (MVD) surgery can provide lasting relief for hemifacial spasm by addressing the underlying cause of nerve compression rather than simply treating symptoms. While any brain surgery carries risks, experienced neurosurgical teams carefully evaluate each patient, use advanced monitoring during the procedure, and follow meticulous surgical techniques to maximize safety and achieve the best possible outcomes.
Dr. Michael Kaiser, Dr. Richard Anderson, Dr. David Estin, and Dr. Caleb Rutledge recently represented the practice at the 2026 annual meeting of the Society of University Neurosurgeons (SUN), held June 28 through July 2 in Lima, Peru. Their participation reflected not only the practice’s commitment to exceptional patient care, but also its ongoing leadership in academic neurosurgery, research, and education.
