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At the UPMC Neurological Institute\u2019s location at 901 East Brady St., Suite 302, in Butler, Pa., Robert Bailey, MD, a neurosurgeon in the UPMC Department of Neurosurgery, now brings advanced specialty care closer to home for patients.The UPMC Neurological Institute combines the expertise of skilled neurologists and neurosurgeons to provide comprehensive, compassionate care to patients. Recognized for groundbreaking research and for pioneering minimally invasive techniques, our team offers innovative diagnostic and treatment options for the full array of neurosurgical conditions \u2014 common to rare.Advanced Spine Care, In Your NeighborhoodDr. Bailey, who sees patients in Butler, New Castle, Sewickley, and Wexford, specializes in the surgical management of degenerative spine disease of the cervical (upper), thoracic (middle), and lumbar (lower) spine, utilizing both traditional and minimally invasive approaches.Back pain can really limit a person\u2019s ability to maintain an active lifestyle, get comfortable for a good night’s sleep, and much more. Dr. Bailey says if nonsurgical treatments, such as chiropractic care, physical therapy, or steroid injections, don’t relieve symptoms, surgery may be needed to remove bone or ligament, or to relieve pressure on the nerves helping to reduce pain, numbness, or other symptoms.\u201cThere are some pathologies patients show up with that require more invasive surgeries,\u201d says Dr. Bailey. “But anytime we can, we use less invasive surgical options to treat a patients’ symptoms maximally.\u201dTo schedule an appointment with Dr. Bailey, call 412-802-3350.Minimally Invasive Brain CareThe UPMC Neurological Institute offers minimally invasive brain care for a variety of conditions including: Brain tumors \u2014 malignant and nonmalignant.Trigeminal neuralgia \u2014 a condition affecting the trigeminal nerve, which can lead to a brief, intermittent, electrical pain on one side of the face.Acoustic neuroma \u2014 a noncancerous tumor on the vestibulocochlear nerve that can affect hearing and balance.Chiari malformation \u2014 a structural abnormality of the cerebellum and parts of the brain stem, which can lead to headaches at the base of the head that get worse during strenuous activities.Hemifacial spasm \u2014 a condition involving the facial nerve, which can lead to a twitch that starts around one eye and slowly progresses to involve the lower face. World-Class Neurosurgical Care, Closer to HomeThe new office in Butler is just one of the locations providing comprehensive neurosurgical care to communities in the north.UPMC Passavant-McCandless has a multidisciplinary team of experts who works together to restore your spine health and return you to a full and active life.UPMC Spine Center (located at the UPMC Specialty Care in Wexford) brings the collaborative expertise of multiple health care professionals, including physical therapists, neurosurgeons, and orthopaedic surgeons, together in one convenient, full-service location to diagnose and treat your back and neck pain, spine disorders, and injuries.Tri-State Neurosurgical Associates\u2013UPMC specializes in neurosurgery, with northern offices in Greenville, Hermitage, New Castle, and Wexford.\u201cUPMC continues to expand world-class neurological care and services in the northern communities of Pittsburgh,\u201d says Matt El-Kadi, MD, chief of neurosurgery at UPMC Passavant and director of the UPMC Spine Center. \u201cThis includes expanding access to experts in minimally invasive brain surgery with the opening of the new Butler office, as well as being able to address any spine issue at the comprehensive UPMC Spine Center.\u201dEditor's Note: This article was originally published on May 4, 2021, and was last reviewed on July 12, 2023."},{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BreadcrumbList","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"2021","item":"https:\/\/share-dev.upmc.com\/2021\/#breadcrumbitem"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":2,"name":"05","item":"https:\/\/share-dev.upmc.com\/2021\/\/05\/#breadcrumbitem"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":3,"name":"Expanding Brain and Spine Care in the North","item":"https:\/\/share-dev.upmc.com\/2021\/05\/brain-and-spine-care\/#breadcrumbitem"}]}]