Cranial Surgery

Cranial Surgery services in Christchurch

Delivering prompt and efficient cranial surgery for patients

The full spectrum of cranial (brain) surgery is available with Nicholas. These are offered alongside management strategies for various ailments such as headaches and brain fluid (CSF) flow conditions.

Types of Cranial Surgery Services

Tumour Surgery

What is this procedure used for?

This includes all malignant and benign brain tumours. Mr Finnis will collaborate with other surgeons and cancer specialists when necessary, to ensure treatment is optimised accordingly.

Tumour surgery might be used in:

Vascular Brain Surgery

What is this procedure used for?

This is a specialised surgery performed by a neurosurgeon on the blood vessels that supply blood to your brain. Mr Finnis will consult and operate on cerebrovascular problems, and assess suitability for non-operative management with the endovascular team.

Vascular brain surgery might be used in:

Trigeminal Neuralgia Surgery

What is this procedure used for?

This surgery is performed for patients that have been diagnosed with pressure on the trigeminal nerve. This is generally from a nearby blood vessel. The surgery allows the pressure on the nerve to be removed. Mr Finnis is experienced in the surgeries available for this severe facial pain problem, including both open and percutaneous options.

Trigeminal neuralgia surgery might be used in:

Brain Fluid (CSF) Surgery

What is this procedure used for?

Brain fluid (CSF) flow problems can lead to pressure problems in the head resulting in painful headaches and sometimes serious issues such as meningitis. There are several types of surgical treatments that repair CSF leaks. Surgery may involve repairing the CSF leak with stitches or grafts made from patches of muscle or fat.

Brain Fluid (CSF) surgery might be used in:

Unsure where to start?

First, you will need a referral from your GP, physiotherapist, chiropractor, or osteopath to make an appointment with Nicholas Finnis Neurosurgery. Being referred to Nicholas is simple. Click the button below to visit our Patients page and read the steps.

Already have a referral?

If you already have a referral from your GP, physiotherapist, chiropractor, or osteopath, please contact our reception via email or phone to make an appointment for a consultation.