Neurological & Spine Institute

An alternative to open surgery, endovascular surgery offers many advantages, including a shorter recovery period.

Carotid artery disease is estimated to cause 20-30% of the 500,000 new strokes that occur in the United States each year. Learn more about the imaging techniques that are being used to detect stenosis.

When it comes to assessing a person’s risk for stroke, it’s all about math. The more risk factors you have, the higher your risk for stroke. - Dr. Jay Howington, Board Certified and Fellowship Trained Endovascular Neurosurgeon.

Did you know 80% of strokes are preventable? Part of preventing stroke is knowing what increases your risk and getting screened as early as possible to detect and treat potential blockages.

CONTINUING PATIENT CARE: We hope everyone had a safe and healthy weekend. In order to increase protective practices and reduce potential exposure to COVID 19, The Neurological & Spine Institute must limit access to our patients only within the practice starting Tuesday, March 24. We are aware that some patients require additional assistance, so exceptions will be made for guardians for Pediatric patients (with a max of 2 extras), those with mobility issues, or a driver needed for a procedure (who would still be asked to wait in their car). We will also continuing temp checks prior to entering the facility, observing social distancing, and an increased cleaning schedule.

The Neurological & Spine Institute is open and will continue to see patients at this time. We are taking extra precautions to ensure the health and safety of our patients and staff members. The number of people allowed to accompany patients is limited (max of 2), temperature checks are required prior to entering the facility, social distancing is being observed, and cleaning rotations have been increased. We will continue to follow CDC guidelines and keep our patients updated as we navigate the waters.

CONTINUING PATIENT CARE: We hope everyone had a safe and healthy weekend. In order to increase protective practices and reduce potential exposure to COVID 19, The Neurological & Spine Institute must limit access to our patients only within the practice starting Tuesday, March 24. We are aware that some patients require additional assistance, so exceptions will be made for guardians for Pediatric patients (with a max of 2 extras), those with mobility issues, or a driver needed for a procedure (who would still be asked to wait in their car). We will also continuing temp checks prior to entering the facility, observing social distancing, and an increased cleaning schedule.

The Neurological & Spine Institute is open and will continue to see patients at this time. We are taking extra precautions to ensure the health and safety of our patients and staff members. The number of people allowed to accompany patients is limited (max of 2), temperature checks are required prior to entering the facility, social distancing is being observed, and cleaning rotations have been increased. We will continue to follow CDC guidelines and keep our patients updated as we navigate the waters.

As we start a new year, many choose to engage in healthier habits form eating to exercise. Many of our patients often ask, What can I do to take better care of my back? The following article from the North American Spine Society provides 10 Simple Guidelines to Keep Your Back in Shape, many of which are daily activities that DO NOT require a gym or equipment. #GetBetter https://www.spine.org//Lifestyl/10-Tips-for-a-Healthy-Back

As we start a new year, many choose to engage in healthier habits from eating to exercise. Many of our patients often ask, What can I do to take better care of my back? The following article from the North American Spine Society provides 10 Simple Guidelines to Keep Your Back in Shape, many of which are daily activities that DO NOT require a gym or equipment. #GetBetter https://www.spine.org//Lifestyl/10-Tips-for-a-Healthy-Back

Strokes can come suddenly and completely change a person's life. But, did you know there are many ways to prevent a stroke? The best way to prevent a stroke is to manage your risk factors such as smoking cessation, treatment of high blood pressure and control of blood sugar levels among persons with diabetes. If you or someone you know has had a stroke, our board-certified doctors are here to help. It's time to #GetBetter!

We hope everyone has a very happy and joyous #NewYear! Make 2020 the year to get active, get healthy and #GetBetter. Please note, our offices will close at 2pm today and all day tomorrow. We will resume regular office hours Thursday (1/2).

The Neurological & Spine Institute we be closed today and tomorrow in observance of Thanksgiving. We wish you all a safe holiday!