Neurosciences Institute

Superior neurological care you can trust, close to home

At Endeavor Health Neurosciences Institute, experts from multiple specialties team up to provide compassionate, world-class neurological care for diseases, disorders and injuries of the brain, spine and nervous system. Our hospital — including three comprehensive stroke centers — and numerous specialty offices throughout Chicagoland provide convenient access to an unparalleled patient-centered experience delivered by some of the highest ranked physician teams in the nation.

Meet our expert neurosciences team

Endeavor Health Neurosciences Institute is composed of leading physicians and staff who work together to diagnose and treat the full range of neurological issues — from simple to complex diseases and conditions involving the brain, spine and nervous system.

Our multidisciplinary team works collaboratively and includes board-certified neurologists, neurosurgeons, neuropsychologists, neuro-oncologists, neuro-ENTs, neuroradiologists, neuropathologists, pain medicine physicians, and physical medicine and rehabilitation specialists (physiatry). This approach provides you with comprehensive, coordinated access to the neuroscience specialists and resources you need, right where you need them.

Comprehensive brain, spine and nervous system care

The field of neurosciences covers a wide expanse of diseases and injuries affecting the brain, spine and nervous system. Some of the more common conditions we treat include:

Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) / Lou Gehrig’s disease
Alzheimer’s disease
Back pain/spine surgery
Brain aneurysm
Brain tumor
Concussion and traumatic brain injury (TBI)
Epilepsy/seizures
Facial pain
Headache/migraine
Memory disorders/Alzheimer’s
Movement disorders
Multiple sclerosis (MS)
Parkinson’s disease
Pulsatile tinnitus
Sleep disorders
Spine deformities
Spine tumor
Stroke

We provide a full spectrum of neurological care, including diagnostic testing, medical management, neurosurgery (including brain, skull-based surgery and spine surgery), neuro-oncology, neurorehabilitation, aneurysm treatment, pain medicine, regenerative medicine (physiatry), innovative minimally invasive techniques and other treatments to support your best possible neurological health.

Learn more about spine surgery at Endeavor Health

Brain surgery expertise

Our neurosurgeons are utilizing the latest in minimally invasive brain surgery technology to target previously inoperable brain tumors, resect aneurysms and minimize seizures. Endeavor Health Neurosciences Institute is a global treatment destination for advanced brain tumor treatments such as minimally invasive trans-sulcal port brain surgery, conscious/awake brain surgery, and expanded endonasal skull base surgery. Learn more about our programs at Evanston Hospital, Northwest Community Hospital, or Edward and Elmhurst Hospitals.

High-quality neurological screenings

Endeavor Health Neurosciences Institute provides the highest level of subspecialty scans and interpretations for brain, spine and head/neck neuroradiological examinations to provide an accurate diagnosis and next steps. Our advanced screenings tools include: stroke assessment, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), computed tomography (CT) and nuclear medicine studies.

Depending on your medical history, family history and personal risk for stroke and heart disease, you and your physician may determine that you should undergo one or more noninvasive screening exams, such as:

Carotid artery disease (CAD) screening: This test uses ultrasound imaging to identify signs of CAD by evaluating blood flow.
Peripheral artery disease (PAD) screening: This simple assessment uses the resting ankle-brachial index (ABI) to determine your potential risk for PAD.
Abdominal aorta ultrasound: This ultrasound of the largest blood vessel in your body screens for an aneurysm.

Some of our locations offer a combination of these screenings in one visit to help identify your risk for stroke and heart disease. Because each patient has a unique risk, ask your Endeavor Health Medical Group physician or other healthcare professional which screenings you need and when you should begin making them part of your wellness checkup.

Neurosciences subspecialties

Meeting your individual needs requires the experience and innovation of physicians, surgeons and professional staff with highly specialized training in the brain, spine and nervous system. And that’s just what Endeavor Health Neurosciences Institute offers with its extensive number of teams with subspecialty expertise.

Advanced Neurosciences Center
Alzheimer’s Disease and Memory Disorders Program
Brain and Spine Tumor Program
Center for Brain Health
Epilepsy Program
Migraine/Headache Program
Movement Disorders Clinic
Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Program
Neuromuscular Disorders Program
Neuro-Oncology Clinic
Pain Clinic
Pediatric Neurology & Epilepsy Program
Spine Center
Sleep Center
Stroke and TIA Program*

*Endeavor Health is proud to have three Comprehensive Stroke Centers – Evanston, Arlington Heights and Naperville.

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At Endeavor Health, you can be confident in our comprehensive, personalized approach to neurological care. No matter where you live, we have the programs and clinical expertise to care for all of your neurology and neurosurgery needs. From stroke screenings, to treatment for neuromuscular disorders, back pain and epilepsy, to spine surgery and acute brain surgery, there’s an Endeavor Health Neurosciences Institute location nearby with experts waiting to care for you.

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Recognition for quality care

Our greatest honor is knowing that we’ve made a difference in the lives of our patients. Yet, we are also proud of the awards given to Endeavor Health for achievements in providing patients with an exceptional healthcare experience that outshines similar peer organizations.

Magnet Hospital

We are proud to have received Magnet® Recognition for Nursing Excellence.

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