Sierra Neurosurgery Group

06/08/2026

What a month! 🚵‍♀️🔥 From local races to big adventures, Reno Devo athletes, families, and coaches have been putting in the miles, making memories, and representing our community all over the West.

We’re incredibly grateful for our sponsors, volunteers, coaches, and families who make these opportunities possible. Most of all, we’re proud of our athletes for showing up with positive attitudes, sportsmanship, and a love for riding bikes.

The results are great, but the smiles, friendships, and adventures are what it’s all about!

Thank you for being part of the Reno Devo family.

06/03/2026

History made in Nevada! 🧠✨
This May, Neurosurgeon Dr. Angelique Tay and Thi Tran, PA-C, along with our amazing Renown Health partners, including Dr. Danilo Vitorovic, Bear, Chris, Cheris, and the imaging and OR teams, performed the state’s FIRST-EVER RNS (Responsive NeuroStimulation) System implant. Join us in celebrating this achievement!

We are so excited to bring this state-of-the-art epilepsy care right here to Northern Nevada. The NeuroPace RNS System is innovative because:

⚡ It's Smart & Responsive: Unlike traditional brain surgery or continuous stimulators, the RNS system monitors brainwaves and delivers targeted stimulation only when it detects a seizure starting, so it can stop it BEFORE it starts.

📊 Gives Valuable Data: The device securely records ongoing brain activity, giving the neurology team insights to map out specific triggers and personalize treatment plans to enhance each patient's quality of life.

Check out the historic surgical team in the photo.
Drop a 👏 in the comments to congratulate the team for advancing epilepsy care in our community and in our state!

06/02/2026

Reno and the Sierra Nevada community, we need your daily support! Voting is officially open for the Best of Sierra Nevada, and Sierra Neurosurgery Group is honored to be in the running for the region's best Pain Management Clinic.

If our team has helped you or a loved one find relief and get back to doing what you love, we would be incredibly grateful for your vote. You can vote daily until June 19!

Here is how to support us today:
1️⃣ Click here: https://www.votesierranevada.com/
2️⃣ Select the "Health & Wellness" category.
3️⃣ Choose "Pain Management Clinic."
4️⃣ Vote for Sierra Neurosurgery Group!

Thank you for trusting us with your spine and pain management care. Please share this post with your friends and family to help spotlight local Reno healthcare!

06/02/2026

It sounds backward, but sitting down can actually be one of the hardest things you do to your back all day.

When you take a seat, you’re putting about 40% more pressure on your lower spine than when you stand. Over time, that extra weight compresses your discs and can lead to painful pinched nerves.

You might be feeling this if you are:

- Dealing with pain that radiates down your legs while seated

- Constantly shifting or adjusting pillows just to get comfortable

-Feeling immediate relief when you finally stand up to take a short walk

Living with daily discomfort is exhausting, but ut please know that finding relief doesn’t always mean surgery. There are many gentle, conservative options to help you feel like yourself again.

We are here to listen, support you, and help you find a path forward. Call our team at 775-323-2080 to get your spine evaluated today.

06/01/2026

You know the feeling. The pounding pain, the nausea, the urge to lie down in a dark room. This isn’t just a headache; it’s a condition that disrupts your life.
You are not alone.

June is National Migraine and Headache Awareness Month

📊 Did you know? More than 37 million people in the U.S. suffer from migraines, and nearly half of them are not currently seeking effective treatment.

Migraine is more common than asthma and diabetes combined. It’s time to change that.

You do not have to just ‘live with it.’ Modern medicine has incredible, proven options to help manage your pain, reduce the frequency of your attacks, and give you back control of your days.

We are here for the Northern Nevada community. We understand the burden of chronic pain and are ready to help. Let’s create a personalized plan to manage your pain.

📞 Call us at 775-323-2080 to schedule your appointment today.

05/29/2026

For over five years, 67-year-old Mike Parish felt like his chronic back pain was a full-time job. It kept him off the golf course, away from pickleball, and forced him to put his passion for hunting on the shelf.

"Thinking about my pain was pretty much full-time," Mike says. "It was just always there."
Everything changed when he was referred to pain management specialist Dr. Christopher Woolley at Sierra Neurosurgery Group. Dr. Woolley identified Mike as an ideal candidate for a Spinal Cord Stimulator (SCS)—a small, advanced device that sends gentle impulses to mask pain signals before they reach the brain.

Thanks to a simple, minimally invasive one-week trial, Mike experienced immediate relief before committing to a permanent solution.

Six months later, Mike is officially "back at it." He’s golfing multiple times a week, walking miles with his dog, and is currently gearing up for a grueling five-day trail ride on the Reno Rodeo cattle drive!
Many patients hesitate to visit a specialist because they fear surgery is the only path forward. At Sierra Neurosurgery Group, we explore advanced, conservative, and minimally invasive options first to help you reclaim your active lifestyle.

Don't wait years to get answers. Read Mike's full journey and learn how spinal cord stimulation works: https://www.sierraneurosurgery.com/2026/05/back-at-it-mikes-journey-to-back-pain-relief/

To schedule an evaluation with Dr. Woolley or our specialized pain management team, call us at 775-323-2080.

📍 Conveniently serving patients across Reno, Sparks, and Carson City.

05/28/2026

Struggling with debilitating neck pain or back pain in Reno?

When conservative treatments like physical therapy, injections, and rest aren't providing the relief you need, it's time to consult the specialists.
At Sierra Neurosurgery Group, we are the spine surgery experts in Northern Nevada. Our team is dedicated to providing advanced, compassionate care to help you reclaim your active life and end chronic pain.

We focus on minimizing spine surgery recovery time using state-of-the-art minimally invasive techniques and personalized treatment plans. Don't settle for living in pain. Trust the experts to help you find a lasting solution.

We are accepting new patients!

Ready to discuss your options? Call us at 775-323-2080 to schedule your consultation.

05/19/2026

Living with chronic back pain can feel like a full-time job, draining your energy and keeping you from the activities you love most. In this video, Mike Parish shares his journey of struggling with constant pain and how he finally found lasting relief.

If you suffer from persistent low back and leg pain that hasn’t responded to conservative therapies or medications, you might be an ideal candidate for a Spinal Cord Stimulator.

As Dr. Chris Woolley, a pain specialist at Sierra Neurosurgery Group, explains, this innovative, minimally invasive therapy can be a game-changer for those who haven’t found relief elsewhere.
For Mike, turning on his device meant the pain virtually disappeared. Now he’s back to hitting the golf course and enjoying walks with his dog.

Don’t let chronic pain diminish your life. Reach out to us today to see if spinal cord stimulation is the right next step for your pain management journey.

📞 Call: 775-789-4949
🌐 Visit: SNG.Health

05/14/2026

Going to the doctor for a pain relief procedure can cause anxiety, but Dr. Woolley’s goal is to make his patients feel comfortable in an uncomfortable situation.

We are incredibly grateful for this thoughtful review from Shadow K. highlighting Dr. Woolley’s honest communication and gentle approach to injections.

If you’ve been feeling hesitant about seeking help for your pain, our team is here to walk you through every step. We are grateful to have Dr. Woolley's expertise and compassion on our team.

05/13/2026

Golf and support a wonderful cause! Parkinson Support Center of Northern Nevada

⛳ Monday Motivation ⛳

The countdown is on for the 2nd Annual Parkinson’s Classic — and you do NOT want to miss this day!

Join us June 1st at Red Hawk Golf & Resort for an unforgettable day of golf, community, and impact:

💥 FOUR chances to win $10,000 with our Hole-in-One contests
🏌️ Longest Drive contests with brand-new top-of-the-line Callaway and TaylorMade drivers awarded to the winning man and woman
🎯 Start the morning with our exciting Ball Drop Challenge
🍳 Breakfast and lunch included
🎟️ Amazing raffle and silent auction items
⛳ A beautiful day on the course supporting a meaningful cause

Most importantly, every golfer and sponsor helps PSCNN continue providing support, education, and advocacy for individuals and families living with Parkinson’s across Northern Nevada. 💙

Spots are filling quickly — register now!