Experience world-class neurosurgery care with renowned specialists

If you or a loved one needs brain or spine surgery, the Banner - University Medicine team is here to help guide you every step of the way by ensuring you receive the highest level of care and support.

Experience world-class neurosurgery care with renowned specialists

Conditions we treat

We specialize in treating a wide range of conditions that impact the brain and spine and can be treated through neurosurgery including:

Arm and Neck Pain
Arteriovenous Malformations (AVM)
Brain Aneurysm/Cerebral Aneurysm
Carotid Artery Disease
Cavernous Malformations
Chiari Malformation
Colloid Cyst
Disc Herniations
Hemifacial Spasms
Kyphosis
Meningioma
Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery
Moya Moya
Myelopathy
Pituitary Tumors
Radiculopathy
Scoliosis
Skull Base Tumors
Spinal Canal and Spinal Cord Tumors
Spinal Fractures
Spinal Stenosis
Spondylolisthesis
Trigeminal Neuralgia

Why choose us

We understand that every patient is unique, so we incorporate a patient-centered approach to your care that includes a personalized treatment plan to fit your specific needs. Our neurosurgery team is a highly skilled group of compassionate professionals dedicated to providing you the best possible outcome.

We stay at the forefront of medical technology to provide you with the most advanced and minimally invasive neurosurgical treatments. Our commitment to innovation means safer procedures and quicker recovery times.

Meet our Team

Banner Health’s neurosurgery program, led by internationally renowned neurosurgeon Nicholas Theodore, MD, delivers a level of expertise and innovation that redefines neurosurgical care in Phoenix. With more than two decades of leadership in spine surgery, neurotrauma, and surgical robotics, Dr. Theodore brings a mastery of minimally invasive techniques and a commitment to advancing neurological care. His arrival further strengthens Banner’s ability to offer world-class treatment backed by a nationally ranked health system. Combining cutting-edge technology, clinical depth, and compassionate care, Banner Health is the destination for neurosurgical excellence in Arizona.

Meet our Team

Your journey to healing starts here

Whether you are looking for answers, or a second opinion, our neurosurgical teams in Phoenix, Glendale and Mesa are here to discuss your unique needs and help schedule your consultation.

Banner – University Medicine Neurosurgery Clinic

5310 W. Thunderbird STE 308
Glendale, AZ 85306

(602) 462-0469

Hours:

M-F 8am-5pm

Services:

Brain tumors, pituitary tumors, skull base tumors, spine tumors, metastatic tumors brain and spine, peripheral nerve tumors, aneurysms, arteriovenous malformation (AVM), cavernous malformations, chiari malformations, subdural hematomas, normal pressure hydrocephalus, neck and back pain, spinal stenosis, spondylolisthesis, degenerative scoliosis, degenerative disc disease.

Banner – University Medicine Neurosurgery Clinic

1520 S. Dobson Rd Suite #206
Mesa, AZ 85202

(602) 521-3201

Hours:

M-F 8am-5pm

Services:

Cerebrovascular diseases/disorders, complex spine and spinal cord surgery, functional neurosurgery, neuro-endovascular, neurosurgical oncology, laser interstitial thermal therapy, minimally invasive surgery, brachytherapy, endoscopic, skull base disorders and tumors, vascular neurosurgery, neck and back pain, spinal stenosis, spondylolisthesis, degenerative disc disease.

Banner – University Medicine Neurosurgery Clinic

755 E McDowell Rd., 2nd Floor
Phoenix, AZ 85006

(602) 521-3201

Hours:

M-F 8am-5pm

Services:

Banner Health Center plus at Arcadia

4200 E. Camelback Rd.
Phoenix, AZ 85018

(602) 521-3201

Hours:

M-F 8am-5pm

Services:

Cerebrovascular diseases/disorders, complex spine, degenerative traumatic, and neoplastic spinal conditions. Minimally invasive spine surgery. Neuro-endovascular, neurosurgical oncology, endoscopic, skull base disorders and tumors and vascular neurosurgery, neck and back pain, spinal stenosis, spondylolisthesis, degenerative disc disease, complex spine, neoplastic spinal conditions.