Mayo Clinic's approach
Mayo Clinic has one of the largest neurology and neurosurgery programs in the world, with more than 200 doctors who specialize in the brain, spine and nervous system. Our experts take care of more than 100,000 adults and children every year, many with rare or complicated conditions. Mayo Clinic experts treat more than 500 types of neurological conditions, including:
Your Mayo Clinic care team
Specialists in neurosurgery at Mayo Clinic also treat serious brain and spine conditions. They perform more than 9,300 surgeries each year and are skilled in advanced procedures such as awake brain surgery, robotic surgery and deep brain stimulation. At Mayo Clinic's campus in Rochester, Minnesota, specialists provide expert care for complex issues such as brain tumors, epilepsy and pediatric neurosurgery. At Mayo Clinic, patients like you receive care from a team of doctors who work together. Neurologists, neurosurgeons, radiologists, child life specialists and other healthcare professionals join forces to create a personalized treatment plan just for you. Your care team may include experts in:
- Surgery.
- Imaging (such as MRI).
- Sleep medicine.
- Pain management.
- Mental health.
- Rehabilitation.
- Heart health.
- Pediatric neurology.
Because all these specialists are on the same team, patients at Mayo Clinic often get faster results and can do more in a few days than what might take weeks elsewhere.
The right care the first time
Successful treatment starts with an accurate diagnosis. Our experts take the time to get it right. In addition to having a neurological exam, you might have other tests so that your doctors can find exactly what's causing your symptoms. Our neurologists and neurosurgeons work with radiologists who use innovative and advanced imaging technologies.
Expertise and rankings
Mayo Clinic's Department of Neurology is consistently recognized by external organizations for providing outstanding patient care. These endorsements reinforce our commitment to providing expert, whole-person care to people who turn to Mayo Clinic for help.
Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota, Mayo Clinic in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, and Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville, Florida, rank among the Best Hospitals for neurology and neurosurgery in the U.S. News & World Report Best Hospitals rankings. Mayo Clinic Children's in Rochester is ranked the No. 1 hospital in Minnesota, and the five-state region of Iowa, Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota and Wisconsin, according to U.S. News & World Report's 2024-2025 "Best Children's Hospitals" rankings.
Mayo Clinic is ranked more than any other hospital and has been recognized as an Honor Roll member according to the U.S. News & World Report's "Best Hospitals" rankings.
Doctors and researchers at Mayo Clinic are always working to find better treatments through clinical trials and new discoveries. This includes studies on epilepsy, Parkinson's disease, sleep disorders, dementia and chronic headaches.
Why choose Mayo Clinic?
At Mayo Clinic, you'll find:
- World-class neurology experts who listen and care about your health goals.
- A care team that works together to treat the whole person, not just the illness.
- Fast access to specialized tests, advanced technology and proven treatments.
- A focus not only on medicine but also on wellness and support.
Whether you have a child with epilepsy or are an adult with a complex brain condition, Mayo Clinic offers compassionate, leading-edge care to help you live as well as possible.
Locations, travel and lodging
Mayo Clinic has major campuses in Phoenix and Scottsdale, Arizona; Jacksonville, Florida; and Rochester, Minnesota. The Mayo Clinic Health System has dozens of locations in several states.
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Costs and insurance
Mayo Clinic works with hundreds of insurance companies and is an in-network provider for millions of people.
In most cases, Mayo Clinic doesn't require a physician referral. Some insurers require referrals or may have additional requirements for certain medical care. All appointments are prioritized on the basis of medical need.
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Please contact your insurance company to verify medical coverage and to obtain any needed authorization prior to your visit. Often, your insurer's customer service number is printed on the back of your insurance card.