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With modern technology and the introduction of sub-specialisation (see below), significant advances in the current treatment of a wide range of neurosurgical disorders, (including complex spinal, cerebrovascular and neuro-oncological problems) have come about. Improvements in diagnostic facilities such as MRI, intraoperative neurophysiological monitoring, stereotactic guidance systems and spinal fixation implants, among others, are allowing surgeons to make advances and in previously impossible procedures.
In this climate Dalcross Private Hospital made the decision to specialise in Neurosurgery. Dalcross has invested in the most sophisticated technology, which has resulted in a facility that meets the needs of the practitioner and the patient. The success of the unit is largely due to the commitment and professionalism of the staff, who are committed to excellence in patient care.
Dalcross Private Hospital now undertakes a comprehensive range of neurosurgical procedures, which range from minor procedures to complex cerebrovascular surgery.
Sub-Specialisation
As the range and complexity of neurosurgical techniques and procedures has grown, it has become increasingly difficult for neurosurgeons to maintain expertise in all areas of neurosurgery. In accordance with the major centres of North America and Europe, the Dalcross team of Neurosurgeons has adopted the practice of sub-specialisation. They are currently the only neurosurgical group in Sydney to have done this, and as a result they are the pioneers of the modern techniques of their sub-specialties.
The major areas of sub-specialisation are:
Spinal Disorders
Dalcross is a major centre for the research and treatment, of complex spinal and spinal cord disorders. The first artificial carbon-fibre vertebra implanted in Australia, was performed at Dalcross in June 1994.
In August 2001, spinal neurosurgeons performed the first multi-level cervical disc replacement surgery in Australia. This was hailed as the biggest surgical innovation in spinal surgery in the last 40 years.
The problems of advanced degenerative scoliosis, high-grade isthmic and degenerative spondylolisthesis, metastatic malignancy, back pain, intrinsic spinal cord tumours and arterio-venous malformations are areas of particular interest. The hospital offers both a conservative and surgical treatment of these conditions.
Cerebrovascular Neurosurgery
Dalcross is Australia’s leading private hospital in the treatment of cerebrovascular disease. The success of the unit is once again, due to the commitment of the multidisciplinary team. It has been proven, that the treatment of cerebrovascular disease has been greatly enhanced by adopting a team approach. The objective of the unit is to provide the highest level of care for patients, with aneurysms and arteriovenous malformations (AVM’s) as well as other neurovascular problems of the brain and spinal cord.
The goal of treatment is to completely eliminate the aneurysm or AVM. More patients can be safely treated with a multidisciplinary approach involving surgery, endovascular treatment and/or radiosurgery. Dalcross is the only private hospital in Australia that routinely offers surgery and/or endovascular treatment.
For more information on cerebrovascular conditions, visit the website www.avm.net.au. For more information on the endovascular service at Dalcross, go to Medical Imaging.
Tumours
Dalcross offers the very best in the management of brain, pituitary and skull base tumours. The advances of MRI, frameless stereotaxy and image-guided systems, has made surgery possible for cases previously regarded as inoperable. Stereotaxy is used for procedures such as biopsy, aspiration of cyst or haematomas and implantation of electrodes and other devices. This can be used for the removal of tumours without the use of large bone flaps.
Peripheral Nerve Disorders
Sub-specialisation is permitting a more detailed study and development of the techniques in this important discipline.
The Dalcross Neuroscience Team
Dalcross has built upon a team of leading surgeons, neurologists, neuro-radiologists, neuro-anaesthetists, neuro-intensivists and physicians. All are recognised as amongst the best in their field within Australia, with a number achieving international standing. A dedicated and highly trained team of nursing staff, specialised radiographers and an allied health team supports them.
Nursing Staff
At Dalcross we concentrate on establishing the same level of specialisation in the nursing division. The hospital has recruited the most experienced, committed and professionally qualified nursing staff in every discipline. Among these are specialist operating room staff, who have established a unique working relationship with the surgeons. This team spirit extends through to the Intensive Care Ward and Ward areas. The emphasis is on quality patient care and effective communication, which contributes to a successful patient outcome every time. |
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