The UConn Health Department of Neurosurgery is proud to provide world-class neurosurgical treatments for the full spectrum of neurological conditions. By providing unparalleled excellence in compassionate clinical care tailored for individual patients, we aim to be the premier neurosurgical center.
We are committed to UConn Health’s three pillars: patient care, education, and research. Through providing excellent clinical care, we will educate the next generation of neurosurgery practitioners and advance the field of neurosurgery.
We welcome the opportunity to serve you.
Guide to Surgery
It is important to adhere to certain guidelines when you undergo any surgical procedure. Please review our guide to surgery to learn what to do before and after surgery to assist your medical team in providing a safe and comfortable experience.
Guide to Surgery
It is important to adhere to certain guidelines when you undergo any surgical procedure. Please review our guide to surgery to learn what to do before and after surgery to assist your medical team in providing a safe and comfortable experience.
#1 in the State for Major Neurosurgery: Medical Excellence and #1 in the State for Major Neurosurgery: Patient Safety
For the first time, UConn John Dempsey Hospital has been awarded CareChex Awards as a national leader in patient safety and in Connecticut for both neurosurgery medical excellence and patient safety.
Convenient and Close to Home
The Neurosurgery clinic is located in The Brain and Spine Institute in Farmington and has satellite offices in West Hartford and Southington.
Save the Date: November 7, 2020
Cutting Edge in Clinical Neuroscience Symposium
This symposium will focus on improving patient care using the newest medical and surgical management options, new treatment and diagnosis options, and technical excellence in neurosurgery of the brain and spine.
Welcome Dr. Alina Rao
We are thrilled to announce Alina Rao, M.D., as our 2026 Match. Congratulations and welcome to our neurosurgery family.
Welcome Dr. Carmelo Venero
We are thrilled to announce Carmelo Venero, M.D., as our 2025 Match. Congratulations and welcome to our neurosurgery family.
Welcome Dr. Anthony Nwankwo
Anthony Nwankwo, M.D., matched into our Neurosurgery residency program and joins our University of Connecticut family with a proven academic and clinical track record from the University of Illinois Chicago. It is with great enthusiasm and aspirations for your future that we welcome you.
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