Pediatric Neurosurgery

UBNS provides a wide range of comprehensive neurosurgical services to the pediatric population. We specialize in comprehensive medical and surgical management of children with head and spinal cord injuries and the treatment of children with developmental spinal disorders such as spina bifida, surgical management of seizure disorders, and comprehensive care for children with brain tumors. UBNS also offers coordinated and comprehensive care for children with craniosynostosis and related craniofacial abnormalities.

UBNS participates in the only program in Western New York that offers comprehensive neurosurgical treatment of spasticity, including rhizotomy and intrathecal baclofen pump therapy.

Neurosurgical Conditions Treated:

  • AVM/AVF
  • Pediatric Brain Tumors / Cysts
  • Brain Endoscopy
  • Trauma
  • Benign Extra-Axial Fluid Collection
  • Spinal Dysraphism / Spina Bifida
  • Craniosynostosis
  • Tethered Spinal Cord
  • Vagal Nerve Stimulation

Meet Our Physicians

Veetai Li

MD

Clinical Team

Pediatric Neurosurgery

Minimally Invasive Brain Endoscopy

Renée Reynolds

MD FAANS

Clinical Team

Pediatric Neurosurgery

Minimally Invasive Brain Endoscopy

Thomas M. Zervos

MD

Clinical Team

Pediatric Neurosurgery

Minimally Invasive Brain Endoscopy

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Publications | February 11, 2025

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Dr. Elad Levy, UB Neurosurgeon, Named One of WNY’s Top Doctors in 2025

Buffalo Spree has named Dr. Elad Levy of UB Neurosurgery to its 2025 list of Top Doctors in Western NY. In this feature, Dr. Levy shares insights on advancements in neurosurgery and stroke care for…

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