UB Neurosurgery

UB Neurosurgery Advancing Neurosurgery Through Premier Education, Care, and Research. Patients at UBNS receive personalized care tailored to their individual needs.

Welcome to UB Neurosurgery, where our mission is to empower patients with world-class neurosurgical care, compassionately delivered right in the heart of Buffalo, NY. Buffalo is the home to some of the nation's most talented neurosurgeons and researchers, who work hand-in-hand to bring you the latest advancements in the diagnosis and treatment of brain and spinal disorders. Our team approach means

you benefit from the collective expertise of specialists who are national leaders in their fields. From neuroendovascular procedures to pediatric neurosurgery and minimally invasive techniques, our specialists bring their dedicated skill to each unique case. We understand that facing neurological surgery can be a journey, and we’re here to guide you through each step with support, compassion, expertise and clear communication. We believe in empowering you with knowledge about your condition and treatment options, ensuring you are an informed participant in your healthcare decisions. The same goes for trusted loved ones. This patient-first philosophy is evident from your first consultation through to your postoperative care. Through our affiliation with the University at Buffalo’s Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, our patients have access to cutting-edge research and innovative treatments often not available elsewhere. Our educational mission also prepares the next generation of neurosurgeons to continue our legacy of excellence in patient care. We invite you to connect with us and become part of the UBNS family. Whether you’re looking for information about a specific condition, seeking a second opinion, or in need of complex neurological care, we are here to support and care for you with the utmost excellence.

June is .Scoliosis care is not one-size-fits-all, especially for children whose spines are still growing.At UB Neurosur...
06/25/2026

June is .

Scoliosis care is not one-size-fits-all, especially for children whose spines are still growing.

At UB Neurosurgery, patients and families have access to comprehensive care for scoliosis at every level of complexity.

Thomas M. Zervos, MD is one of the few specialists in the country with advanced training in both pediatric neurosurgery and pediatric spine surgery. This dual expertise allows him to provide a wide range of surgical and nonsurgical treatment options tailored to each child’s condition, development and long-term needs.

Learn more about services at the link below.


https://www.ubns.com/group-expertise/scoliosis-robotic-spine-surgery/?utm_name=sked&utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_content=sked_6a3d5d62ab6643546c41711c

06/24/2026

Atlas Surgery Center is the premier destination for cutting-edge, minimally invasive neurosurgical services. ✨

Our neurosurgeons and specialists treat patients at Atlas, located right behind our Williamsville office.

We offer same-day awake procedures using the latest technology and expertise. Our focus on patient comfort, fast recovery, and exceptional outcomes sets us apart as the leader in neurological care.

As the only facility offering same-day, awake procedures, Atlas Surgery Center is at the forefront of innovation, delivering non-invasive treatments that address complex conditions of the and .

To learn more, check out the link in our bio or ask your surgeon for more information. https://atlassurgery.com/?utm_name=sked&utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_content=sked_6a3c3a356a7dbc2ca7e6e87c

The inaugural Emerging Spine Tech and Concepts course brought neurosurgery residents and fellows from across the United ...
06/19/2026

The inaugural Emerging Spine Tech and Concepts course brought neurosurgery residents and fellows from across the United States and Canada to Buffalo for two days of hands-on education, collaboration and exposure to the technologies shaping the future of spine surgery.

Following the course, 100% of surveyed attendees said they were likely or very likely to incorporate these technologies into their future practice, including 83% who selected “very likely.”

We’re grateful to our faculty members for sharing their expertise and to Jacobs Institute and Atlas Surgery Center for helping make this experience possible.

Thank you to our sponsors, Globus Medical, SI-BONE, Acuity, icotec and Carlsmed, for supporting this educational opportunity.

We’re proud of the success of this year’s course and already looking forward to building on it next year!

John Pollina, MD, FACS, is a board-certified neurosurgeon, Clinical Professor of Neurosurgery at the State University of...
06/17/2026

John Pollina, MD, FACS, is a board-certified neurosurgeon, Clinical Professor of Neurosurgery at the State University of New York at Buffalo, and Director of Comprehensive Spine Surgery at UBNS.

Since joining UBNS in 2013, Dr. Pollina has specialized in the treatment of cervical, thoracic, and lumbar spine conditions, including low back and neck pain, herniated disc, spinal stenosis, scoliosis, spinal instability, spinal tumors and infections, and carpal/cubital tunnel syndrome.

His research interests include motion-sparing and motion-preserving spine technology, minimal access spine surgery techniques, osteobiologics of spinal fusion, and spine surgery outcomes research.

Dr. Pollina sees patients at the Comprehensive Neuroscience Center in Williamsville, NY, and performs surgery at Buffalo General Medical Center/Gates Vascular Institute.

Learn more or schedule an appointment through the link below.

https://www.ubns.com/physicians/dr-john-pollina/?utm_name=sked&utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_content=sked_6a31c8a259d1726f6e2e2690

Our chairman, Dr. Elad Levy, was recently featured on the Becker’s Health Care Clinical Leadership Podcast, where he dis...
06/12/2026

Our chairman, Dr. Elad Levy, was recently featured on the Becker’s Health Care Clinical Leadership Podcast, where he discussed the creation of the nation’s first Ambulatory Neurosurgery Center at in Williamsville, NY.

The conversation highlights how this model is expanding patient access, reducing costs, and supporting clinician well-being—all while advancing the future of neurosurgical care.

Listen to the full episode at the link below.

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/redefining-neurosurgery-through-outpatient-innovation/id1542535879?i=1000771360046&utm_name=sked&utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_content=sked_6a2c4d574f9b1a670e42f628

Team UBNS showed up this weekend at the annual in NYC! 🥎💙🧠Our team was 2-1 (not too shabby) and had a great time compe...
06/08/2026

Team UBNS showed up this weekend at the annual in NYC! 🥎💙🧠

Our team was 2-1 (not too shabby) and had a great time competing against and connecting with our peers in .

Thanks to Columbia University Department of Neurological Surgery for hosting!

Spine and spinal cord tumors require highly specialized, highly coordinated care.Our faculty and trainees contributed t...
06/07/2026

Spine and spinal cord tumors require highly specialized, highly coordinated care.

Our faculty and trainees contributed to two chapters in the 2025 textbook " and : Classification, Management, and Treatment", covering important topics in complex spine tumor care:

• Angiographic embolization of spinal neoplasms
• Scoring systems and management of metastatic spine tumors

For patients, this means looking at the full picture: the tumor, the spine, the nervous system, overall health, imaging, surgical risk, and treatment goals.

Academic contributions like these help advance the field while supporting the kind of thoughtful, evidence-informed care patients deserve.

Read more in the link below.


https://www.scribd.com/document/981224395/Spine-and-Spinal-Cord-Tumors-Classification-Management-And-Treatment?utm_name=sked&utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_content=sked_6a22fae4ce4bce7a8b2a6114

We're excited to announce that we matched two incoming neuroendovascular fellows who will begin their fellowship in 2027...
06/05/2026

We're excited to announce that we matched two incoming neuroendovascular fellows who will begin their fellowship in 2027!

Please join us in welcoming:

🔹 Dr. Elliot Pressman - Neurosurgery resident - University of South Florida
🔹 Dr. Muhammad Waqas - Neurosurgery resident - SUNY University at Buffalo

Congratulations to our chairman, Elad I. Levy, MD, MBA, recipient of the 2026 Stockton Kimball Award. 🎉This honor recogn...
05/29/2026

Congratulations to our chairman, Elad I. Levy, MD, MBA, recipient of the 2026 Stockton Kimball Award. 🎉

This honor recognizes exceptional scientific achievement, leadership, and service, making it a fitting recognition of Dr. Levy’s decades of impact in neurosurgery, stroke intervention, cerebrovascular care, and academic medicine.

From pioneering techniques adopted around the world to helping establish Buffalo as a destination for advanced neurosurgical care, Dr. Levy’s work continues to shape the future of the field.

Join us in congratulating Dr. Levy!

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