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Pediatric Neurosurgery

The Pediatric Neurosurgery team at Monroe Carell understands the importance of your trust as we diagnose and treat your child. Our neurosurgeons have received years of additional training to specialize in surgery for children, but our care extends beyond the operating room. We coordinate care with experts in child health and family support services at Monroe Carell in such areas as pediatric cancer, neurology, and neonatology. We believe this family-centered approach leads to less stress and better outcomes for your child. Whether your child is experiencing brain trauma, a brain tumor, or a disease or condition discovered at birth, our neurosurgery team has the skill and expertise to provide the best possible care.

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Meet Your Care Team

Christopher M. Bonfield
4.8

Christopher M. BonfieldMD

    Congenital Malformations of the Brain and Spinal Cord, Craniofacial Surgery, Neurologic Surgery, Neurological Disorders, Surgery, Neurological Surgery, Orthopaedics, Pediatric Neurologic Surgery
Michael C. Dewan
4.9

Michael C. DewanMD

    Brain Tumor/Cancer, Epilepsy, Neurologic Surgery, Neurological Disorders, Surgery, Neurological Surgery, Neurosciences, Tumors of the Spine and Spinal Cord
Robert P. Naftel
4.8

Robert P. NaftelMD

    Cerebral Palsy, Epilepsy, Hydrocephalus, Movement Disorders, Neurologic Surgery, Neurological Surgery, Neurosciences
John C. Wellons
4.7

John C. WellonsIII, MD, MSPH

    Brachial Plexus and Peripheral Nerve Injury, Compression or Tumors, Congenital Malformations of the Brain and Spinal Cord, Neurological Surgery, Neurosciences, Pediatric Neurologic Surgery, Pediatric Neurosurgery, Stroke and Cerebrovascular
Elizabeth H. Vance

Elizabeth H. VanceDNP, APRN, CPNP-AC

    Neurological Surgery, Pediatric Neurosurgery

Why Choose Neurosurgery Care at Monroe Carell

  • goal, specialized, individualized, customized, Personalized care
    Personalized care

    Our neurosurgery team provides personalized care for your child, based on the most up-to-date medical research and experience.

  • social, Collaborative care, people, conference, Team, staff, partners
    Collaborative care

    In our program your child will have access to expert care from many other specialties. We work closely with doctors and other care givers. This means your child will receive the most compassionate, personalized care, whether their diagnosis relates to tumors, craniofacial issues, epilepsy, cerebral palsy, vascular problems, spina bifida or peripheral nerve issues.

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Tests, Treatments and Services

We offer a full range of tests, treatments and services, including:

Locations

2200 Children's Way, 9th Floor
Nashville, TN 37232
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