Welcome to Neurological Surgery

    The Department of Neurological Surgery is committed to excellence in diagnosing and treating neurological disorders and discovering new treatments in a caring, patient-centered environment. Through two residency programs, multiple fellowships, and research opportunities, our department provides robust educational opportunities under the leadership of Chairman Dr. Joseph Neimat in a vibrant and family friendly city. 

    Make an appointment with our physician team by calling (502)588-2160.
    UofL Health Neurosurgery and PMR
    225 Abraham Flexner Way
    Suite 505

    University of Louisville
    Department of Neurological Surgery
    220 Abraham Flexner Way
    Suite 1500
    Louisville, KY 40202
    Phone: (502)588-2160
    Fax: (502)407-3256

    In The Spotlight

    Neurosurgery Chair Dr. Joseph Neimat was featured on the cover of Kentucky's MD Update December Issue.

    Oldham County Arvin Education Center students were spotlighted with Dr. Emily Sieg on WDRB. Dr. Sieg supports a UofL Health partnership with the Arvin Center to offer high school students the opportunity to shadow in surgical procedures.

    Dr. Ajmal Zemmar provided an end-of-year update to WAVE network regarding the impact of his team’s unique study “Enhanced Interplay of Neuronal Coherence and Coupling in the Dying Human Brain” with Frontiers in Aging Neuroscience.

    Cancer Rehab Specialist Dr. Megan Nelson was featured on the cover the October issue of Today's Women covering "Why There's New Hope in Treating Cancer".

    PM&R Division Chief, Dr. Darryl Kaelin spoke to WLKY about the remarkable progress his patient Deputy Bryan Hicks has made while working with Frazier Rehab on his recovery.

    Dr. Brian Williams and Neurosurgery's Neuro-oncology APRN Allie Schaber were featured with WDRB, WLKY,Courier Journal, WAVE, and Yahoo News after their team completed Kentucky's first GammaTile implant, providing cutting-edge treatment to their patient. 

    Neurosurgeon, Dr. Ajmal Zemmar, published a unique study “Enhanced Interplay of Neuronal Coherence and Coupling in the Dying Human Brain” with Frontiers in Aging Neuroscience and was covered by news outlets around the world including CBS, USA Today, Insider, BBC, The Sun, Daily Mail, Spiegel, and more!