Norton Leatherman Spine physicians have a history of innovation and research. Our physicians have made a significant impact through their research on spine surgery safety, spinal deformities and patient-reported outcomes. As…
Fellowship Goals and Characteristics This program offers physicians the development of advanced skills in all phases of spine surgery. As a well-balanced program, it exposes fellows to evaluation and treatment…
Norton Brain Tumor Center is at the forefront of central nervous system tumor treatment research. As principal investigators on numerous trials, our specialist physicians have unparalleled experience with many innovative…
Louisville’s Radiation Therapy Innovator Norton Cancer Institute is the leading provider of radiation therapy for cancer care in Louisville and Southern Indiana. Our radiation therapy specialists are board-certified and fellowship-trained…
For many, a cancer diagnosis can bring about a wide range of emotions, including sadness, fear and worries about the unknown. The Norton Cancer Institute Behavioral Oncology Program is staffed by…
Norton Leatherman Spine offers a collaborative team approach to spine care. Particularly in complex cases, orthopedic surgeons and neurosurgeons work together to provide a detailed diagnosis and treatment plan. This…
A herniated disc in the neck occurs when one of the seven cervical discs that provide cushion between each vertebra starts putting pressure on a nerve root, or worse, the…
Cervical stenosis, which can lead to the more serious cervical myelopathy, is a narrowing of the spinal canal in the neck. A jellylike substance inside discs provides cushioning and helps…
Chronic back pain is one of the most common reasons people go to the doctor. Depending on the cause, you may have noticed a dull ache, a sharp or burning…
Lumbar degenerative disc disease develops as the spongy discs between vertebrae in the lower back get drier and thinner with time, impairing their shock-absorbing function. They also crack and develop…
Spinal cord injury and damage to the nerves and nerve routes that extend to the pelvis typically cause permanent changes in feeling, motion and other functions below the injury. Medical…
Comprehensive Spinal Tumor Care Spinal tumor treatment requires input and expertise from a range of specialties — oncology, orthopedic spine surgery, neurosurgery and others. The specialist surgeons at Norton Leatherman…