
Neurosurgeon in Chicago, Illinois (IL)
Richard W. Byrne MD
Neurosurgeon
Suite 970
- Board Certified
- American Association of Neurological Surgeons
- Congress of Neurological Surgeons
- Degenerative Spine
- Tumor-Infection
- Epilepsy and seizure
- Rush University Medical Center
- Rush Medical College
University Neurosurgery is committed to providing the most advanced neurosurgical care available, and are pioneers in the use of innovative techniques for treating a variety of disorders and conditions.
Services Provided: Brain and spinal cord tumors, Minimally invasive spine surgery, Epilepsy and seizures, Head and spinal cord injuries, Hydrocephalus and normal pressure hydrocephalus, Neurovascular problems, including brain aneurysm, aortic aneurysm and abdominal aortic aneurysm, carotid artery disease and arteriovenous malformations, Parkinson’s disease, essential tremor and other movement disorders, Pain syndromes and peripheral nerve disease Degenerative scoliosis, lumbar and cervical stenosis
Clinical Team: Roy A.E. Bakay, MD Functional and Stereotactic Surgery Richard W. Byrne, MD, Acting Chairman, Medical Director Epilepsy and Tumor Surgery Harel Deutsch, MD Spine Surgery Lorenzo F. Muñoz, MD Vascular and Tumor surgery John O’Toole, MD Spine Surgery Shaun O’Leary, MD, PhD Functional, Tumor, and Spine Surgery
Things You Should Know Before Seeing a Neurosurgeon:
- What is a Neurosurgeon?
True or false? Most neurosurgeons perform more spine than brain surgery. - Neurosurgeon Education and Training
Neurosurgeons are highly educated and specially trained spine specialists. It can take upwards of 8 years after medical school to become a neurosurgeon. - What Disorders Do Neurosurgeons Treat?
Neurosurgeons treat many different dieases and conditions affecting the brain, spine, nervous system, and related structures. - What Treatments Do Neurosurgeons Provide?
Neurosurgeons are trained in the latest surgical techniques to treat spinal disorders. - Questions to Ask Your Neurosurgeon
An appointment with a neurosurgeon can be confusing. These sample questions will help you prepare for your appointment.

