At Georgia Brain & Spine Center
Radiosurgery is a method that uses precisely focused radiation to treat certain illnesses of the brain and spine. Dr. Elias Dagnew, and Dr. Michael Hartman at Georgia Brain & Spine have expertise in using Cyberknife radiosurgery to treat both benign and malignant tumors in the brain and spine. We can also treat many diseases beyond tumors, such as trigeminal neuralgia.
For some patients with these conditions, radiosurgery can be an alternative to open surgery, allowing patients to avoid the side effects of surgery like pain, scarring, the risk of neurologic deficits, and a prolonged recovery. Most patients can undergo radiosurgery treatment without any disruption to their daily life and with minimal side effects.
The Cyberknife system in particular is an advanced type of radiosurgery technology that is highly accurate and effective. This treatment is unique in the fact that we can use it in areas beyond the head and neck. Furthermore, the Cyberknife system offers precise accuracy in treating brain disease without the need for an invasive head frame used in most other types of radiosurgery.
It’s important to recognize that there are specific criteria that determine if you’re a candidate for radiosurgery. For all of our patients at Georgia Brain & Spine Center, we begin with a comprehensive exam to come to an accurate diagnosis and determine whether radiosurgery is an effective option for you.