Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital Neurosurgery Brisbane

Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital Neurosurgery Brisbane

The Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital Neurosurgery Brisbane offers world-class services for patients needing brain, spine, and nerve surgery. Our neurosurgical unit is one of the largest and most trusted in Queensland, providing essential care for both emergency and elective patients. We handle over 1,000 operations annually and provide outpatient services to more than 4,000 people each year. The Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital Neurosurgery Brisbane team works together to deliver excellent care for a wide range of conditions affecting the brain, spine, and peripheral nerves.

Our Services

At the Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital Neurosurgery Brisbane, we treat a comprehensive range of neurosurgical conditions, including:

• Aneurysms and other cerebrovascular disorders

• Brain tumors, both primary and secondary

• Spinal conditions, including trauma and degenerative diseases

• Cranial and spinal trauma

• Skull base disorders

• Hydrocephalus (fluid build-up in the brain)

• Pituitary gland issues

• Epilepsy and seizure management

• Chronic pain management

• Chiari malformation and syringomyelia

• Peripheral nerve conditions

How to Access Neurosurgery Services

If you need to access our services, your general practitioner (GP) or medical professional will need to send a referral to the Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital Neurosurgery Brisbane. After receiving your referral, we will either schedule an appointment directly or add you to a waiting list, depending on availability. If there is a waiting list, you will be notified about the next steps. If there is no wait, we’ll contact you promptly to arrange your appointment.

After Your Appointment

If surgery is recommended after your consultation, you will be placed on a surgical waiting list. Some patients may need to visit our Pre-admission Clinic before surgery. During this visit, we will review your medical history and ensure that you are fully prepared for the procedure.

Pre-admission and Surgery Preparation

Before coming for your surgery, please bring:

• Your Medicare card

• Private health insurance card (if applicable)

• Health Care Card or concession card (if applicable)

• Any current medications (prescription, over-the-counter, and herbal)

• Relevant medical scans and test results

• Glasses, hearing aids, and mobility aids

Locations and Contact Information

Our Neurosurgery Outpatient Clinic is located at:

UQ Centre for Clinical Research, Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital
Level 3, Butterfield Street, Herston, QLD 4029
Phone: (07) 3497 3588

For emergency cases, always call 000. For non-urgent issues, you can reach 13 HEALTH (13 43 25 84).

Specialized Services

We provide a variety of specialized services, including:

• Cerebrovascular and Interventional Neuroradiology
  Surgical and endovascular treatments for aneurysms and arteriovenous malformations.

• Neuro-oncology
  Multidisciplinary team offering advanced treatment for brain and spinal tumors.

• Pituitary and Skull Base Surgery
  We work closely with ENT surgeons to treat complex conditions like pituitary tumors.

• Spinal Surgery
  From emergency spinal trauma to degenerative spinal disease, we offer both basic and complex spinal surgery.

• Functional and Pain Surgery
  We provide surgical solutions for conditions like trigeminal neuralgia and hemifacial spasm.

Our Dedicated Team

Our experienced team includes specialist neurosurgeons, neurosurgical trainees, nursing staff, physiotherapists, and other allied health professionals. Together, we ensure that patients receive comprehensive care for their neurosurgical needs. The Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital Neurosurgery Brisbane unit operates 24/7, supported by a skilled medical team and state-of-the-art equipment.