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At Cooper, we specialize in functional neurosurgery – a transformative approach to treating neurological conditions such as Parkinson’s disease, epilepsy, and chronic pain. 

Our goal is simple: to improve your quality of life through targeted, minimally invasive brain surgery and advanced neurosurgical techniques.

Why Choose Cooper and Inspira Neuroscience for Functional Neurosurgery?

Expert Neurosurgeons

As South Jersey’s only Level 1 Trauma Center and leading academic health system, Cooper’s board-certified neurosurgeons are experts in neurosurgery for movement disorders and other complex neurological conditions.

Innovative, Minimally Invasive Treatments

We offer cutting-edge procedures like deep brain stimulation (DBS), spinal cord stimulation (SCS), and vagus nerve stimulation (VNS) – all designed to reduce symptoms and speed recovery. Our use of precision imaging and computer-guided navigation ensures safer, more effective outcomes.

Comprehensive, Patient-Centered Care

From diagnosis to recovery, our multidisciplinary team – including neurologists, physical therapists, and nurse navigators – works together to create personalized treatment plans. We prioritize comfort, reduce reliance on narcotics, and support every step of your journey.

Tailored Rehabilitation & Support

Post-surgery, our specialized rehab team helps you regain independence quickly and safely. Each patient receives a customized recovery plan focused on long-term wellness.

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Conditions Treated with Functional Neurosurgery

These conditions can severely impact daily life, making surgical intervention a necessary option for many patients.

    Functional neurosurgery can alleviate tremors and rigidity, greatly improving daily function.

    Conditions Treated 

    • Parkinson’s disease.
    • Essential tremor.
    • Dystonia.
    • Tourette’s syndrome and obsessive-compulsive disorder.

    Treatments

    • Deep brain stimulation (robotic, minimally invasive, asleep).
    • Focused ultrasound.

    Surgical interventions can reduce the frequency and severity of seizures, enhancing quality of life.

    Conditions Treated

    • Medically refractory epilepsy.
    • Temporal lobe epilepsy and medial temporal sclerosis.
    • Frontal, parietal, or occipital lobe epilepsy.
    • Insular epilepsy.
    • Hypothalamic hamartoma.
    • Tuberous sclerosis.
    • Lennox-Gastaut syndrome.
    • Idiopathic generalized epilepsy.
    • Tumor-related epilepsy.
    • Post-stroke or post-traumatic brain injury epilepsy.

    Treatments

    • Resection of seizure focus.
    • Temporal lobectomy.
    • Laser ablation.
    • Stereoelectroencephalography (sEEG).
    • Responsive neurostimulation (RNS).
    • Deep brain stimulation (robotic, minimally invasive, asleep).
    • Vagus nerve stimulation (VNS).
    • Disconnection surgeries: Corpus callosotomy, hemispherotomy.

    Functional neurosurgery can significantly reduce pain and improve overall comfort.

    Conditions Treated

    • Chronic pain syndromes.
    • Complex regional pain syndrome.
    • Failed back surgery syndrome.
    • Post-laminectomy syndrome.
    • Non-surgical back pain.
    • Spasticity.

    Treatments

    • Spinal cord stimulation.
    • Dorsal root ganglion stimulation.
    • Peripheral nerve stimulation.
    • Intrathecal pump.

What to Expect 

Your care begins with a thorough evaluation using advanced diagnostics like MRI and EEG. Most patients return home within days of surgery, with over 80% reporting significant symptom relief. Our team provides clear guidance and ongoing support throughout your recovery.

Make an Appointment With a Functional Neurosurgery Specialist at Cooper

To learn more about functional neurosurgery at Cooper, or to request an appointment, please call 855.30.NEURO (855.306.3876) or click below to schedule online.