Neuro & Spine Health

Neck or back pain can be overwhelming and seriously impair your everyday life. Chronic neck or back pain also can be a sign of serious spine or nervous system issues. At Cotton O’Neil, we don’t just treat the condition — we treat the entire person.

The specialists in Neurosurgery treat the entire nervous system — from the brain, down through the spine, and extending to the nerves found in all areas of your body.

Our staff relies on their extensive clinical knowledge and experience to determine whether you need a surgical option or more conservative treatments, such as physical therapy to strengthen your back.

We deliver a custom approach so patients get personalized care plans for their pain. Our orthopedic surgeons and neurosurgeons often consult each other on spine cases and work together in the operating room.

Robotic Spine Surgery That’s Precise, Personal—and Close to Home

Stormont Vail is one of just six hospitals in the U.S. offering the Stryker Mako Spine robotic system—a breakthrough in spine surgery now available right here in Topeka.

This advanced technology helps your surgeon operate with incredible precision, using real-time imaging and robotic guidance to place implants exactly where they need to go. The result? A safer procedure, less pain, and a faster recovery.

What to Expect

When you choose robotic spine surgery at Stormont Vail, you’ll benefit from:

Smaller incisions and less tissue damage
A shorter hospital stay and quicker healing
Fewer complications and better long-term results
A compassionate care team by your side
Leading-edge treatment, close to home

Ready to Learn More?

Talk to your doctor about a referral to Stormont Vail.

Or call (785) 368-0767—we’re here to answer your questions and help you take the next step.

Conditions We Treat

Benign and Malignant Brain Tumors
Pituitary Tumors
Spinal Stenosis
Spinal Deformity
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Ulnar Neuropathy
Trigeminal Neuralgia
Intraspinal Tumors
Cranial and Spinal Surgeries

Treatments & Procedure

Neuronavigation

Our dedicated Neuro & Spine Center is equipped with neuronavigation––a technology that helps surgeons precisely find the location of a tumor or injury. This allows a more direct surgical approach that can reduce the amount of damage to the body.

Pre-operative X-ray Evaluation Software

By helping surgeons pinpoint the diseased or inflamed area of the spine, this technology can also greatly improve precision during an operation.

Neuroendoscopy

This is another minimally invasive technique, allowing surgeons to make small incisions in the body and insert a tiny scope to guide them. Surgeons can use this technology to remove tumors in the brain.