RIBERA POVISA HOSPITAL
Neurosurgery in Vigo
Brain, vascular and spinal surgery with high specialization and advanced technology at the Ribera Povisa Hospital.
Specialists in brain, vascular and spinal surgery
Neurosurgeons with extensive clinical and surgical experience
Advanced procedures and minimally invasive techniques
Coordination with Neurology, Neurophysiology and Neuroradiology
Medical support from diagnosis to recovery
Dr. Julio César Palomino Oquendo and team, neurosurgery specialists at Ribera Povisa Hospital
Dr. Julio César Palomino Oquendo
Head of Service neurosurgery
The Neurosurgery Department at Ribera Povisa Hospital comprises a highly specialized medical team in brain surgery, spinal surgery, and vascular neurosurgery. Led by Dr. Julio César Palomino Oquendo, the department works in close coordination with Neurology, Clinical Neurophysiology, and Interventional Neuroradiology to offer comprehensive, precise, and personalized care to each patient.
Meet our neurosurgery experts in Vigo
- Dr. Víctor Cilleruelo García
- Dr. Carlos Antonio Fernández Kuehne
Brain and spine surgery with the precision and experience you need
The Neurosurgery Department at Ribera Povisa Hospital offers highly specialized treatment for pathologies of the brain, spine, and nervous system. Our team uses advanced surgical techniques and minimally invasive procedures to reduce risks, promote faster recovery, and improve the quality of life for each patient.
We treat everything from herniated discs and lumbar stenosis to cerebral aneurysms or complex tumors, always with personalized and coordinated attention within a complete hospital environment.
What is neurosurgery? Brain, spine, and nervous system
Neurosurgery is the medical specialty responsible for the diagnosis and surgical treatment of diseases that affect the brain, spinal cord, spine, and peripheral nerves.
It includes traditional open surgery procedures and advanced endovascular neurosurgery techniques, which allow the treatment of certain cerebral vascular pathologies from inside the blood vessels using minimally invasive techniques.
At Ribera Povisa we work in coordination with Neurology, Clinical Neurophysiology and Interventional Neuroradiology to offer a comprehensive and precise approach in each case.
In what cases is neurosurgery indicated? Pathologies and conditions we treat
✓ Cervical and lumbar disc herniation
Surgical treatment of herniated discs that cause neck or back pain, tingling, loss of strength, or nerve compression.
✓ Spinal stenosis
Surgery to treat spinal canal narrowing, a condition that can cause pain, difficulty walking, or loss of sensation.
✓ Cervical and lumbar arthrodesis
Spinal stabilization procedure indicated in cases of vertebral wear, instability, or severe nerve compression.
✓ Cerebral aneurysms
Treatment of abnormal dilations of cerebral arteries using endovascular embolization techniques or specialized microsurgery.
✓ Cerebral arteriovenous malformations
Addressing complex vascular disorders of the brain that can cause hemorrhages or neurological symptoms.
✓ Brain and spinal tumors
Specialized surgery for tumors of the brain, spinal cord or spine with personalized planning for each patient.
✓ Hemorrhagic stroke and urgent cerebrovascular surgery
Urgent treatment of cerebral hemorrhages and other neurovascular pathologies that require immediate intervention.
✓ Hydrocephalus
Surgical treatment of abnormal fluid buildup in the brain to relieve symptoms and prevent complications.
✓ Head and spinal cord injuries
Urgent neurosurgical care for injuries to the brain, spine or spinal cord following accidents or trauma.
✓ Peripheral nerve pathology
Surgery to treat nerve entrapments, traumatic injuries, or compressions that cause pain, loss of strength, or sensitivity.
Techniques, procedures and areas of neurosurgery
Surgery for brain and spinal tumors
Advanced surgical approach to tumors of the central nervous system and spine.
Spinal surgery
Surgical treatment of herniated discs, lumbar stenosis, vertebral osteoarthritis, and other spinal conditions. We offer endoscopic and minimally invasive surgical techniques for a rapid recovery.
Traumatic brain and spinal cord traumatology
Specialized treatment of traumatic injuries affecting the brain, spinal cord or spine.
Cerebrovascular neurosurgery
Surgery and specialized treatment of aneurysms, vascular malformations and hemorrhagic strokes.
Peripheral nerve surgery and hydrocephalus
Surgical management of nerve compressions and alterations in cerebrospinal fluid circulation.
Endovascular neurosurgery and interventional neuroradiology
Minimally invasive image-guided procedures to treat cerebral vascular pathologies with maximum precision.
Why choose Hospital Ribera Povisa?
Advanced medicine
Professionals of recognized prestige
State-of-the-art equipment
Quality guarantee of the Ribera Group
We are Responsible Health
What sets us apart? Highly specialized neurosurgical care in a comprehensive hospital setting.
1. Endovascular and interventional neurosurgery: minimal invasion, maximum precision
We are one of the few private hospitals in Galicia with experience in advanced endovascular neurosurgery procedures, such as embolization of cerebral aneurysms, arteriography and treatment of hemorrhagic stroke.
2. Multidisciplinary team with Neurology, Neurophysiology and Neuroradiology
Continuous collaboration between specialties allows for more accurate diagnosis and coordinated treatments for complex neurological pathologies.
3. Experience in complex and emergency cerebrovascular surgery in Galicia
We have the capacity to act quickly in the face of serious neurovascular pathologies that require immediate hospital care.
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