Eris Spirollari

The History of Neurosurgery at New York Medical College and Westchester Medical Center

The history of the Department of Neurosurgery at the New York Medical College (NYMC) began in New York City in the early 20th century. The purpose of this manuscript is to educate on the history of neurosurgery at NYMC and Westchester Medical Center (WMC) from its early beginning...

Spine Centers in Northeastern United States: Assessing Similarities and Disparities to Build more Homogeneity Across the Country

PROPOSE OF REVIEW: Spine centers are common, but no standardized regulations govern their designation. Existing certifications are issued by multiple independent organizations and are not necessarily equivalent, while many centers remain non-accredited. Consequently, centers may...

Real-World Safety and Efficacy of Middle Meningeal Artery Embolization for Chronic Subdural Hematoma: A Retrospective Cohort Study of 38 049 Patients

BACKGROUND: Chronic subdural hematoma is a complex but commonly treated neurosurgical condition, particularly affecting the elderly. Traditional treatment involves open surgeries, but middle meningeal artery embolization (MMAE) has emerged as an effective, minimally invasive adju...