Mercy Clinic Neurosurgery - Medical Tower A Suite 297A

10/02/2026

Stop ✋🛑 what you're doing and schedule your next primary care appointment here: https://bit.ly/4xZHdb0

Carry on 💅

10/02/2026

We're honored to be a chapter in the story of Fort Smith's history of remarkable women. Keep your eyes out for this story in the coming months!

10/02/2026

If you've been to a Mercy hospital today, you may have noticed that we're kicking off . The best way to join in on the celebration would be to schedule your mammogram! This 15-minute test could save your life. https://bit.ly/3TyDO50

09/30/2026

Ready for flu season? 🍂 Now’s a good time to get your vaccines on the calendar. Flu, COVID-19 and RSV vaccines each have different timing recommendations. Here’s when to get each one:

Flu: September or October is the best time to get vaccinated for the fall flu season, but it’s still a good idea to get your vaccine later in the season. The vaccine takes about two weeks to become fully effective.

COVID-19: The COVID-19 vaccine was recently updated, and with the respiratory season upon us, receiving this vaccine now will provide the best protection (assuming you received the older vaccine more than three months ago). Additional doses may be recommended based on age, vaccination history and immune status. When additional updates to the vaccine happen, immunization is recommended ASAP, but no sooner than three months after your last COVID-19 vaccine.

RSV: Eligible adults should get the RSV vaccine between August and October, or any time of year. You do not need to get an RSV vaccine every year.

Not sure which vaccines you need or when to get them? Talk with your healthcare provider.

09/30/2026

Today, and every day, we continue to celebrate the children who have faced some of the hardest challenges with resilience and bravery. Thank you for being a light. ✨

09/29/2026

Been around someone with measles? Here's what to know.

If symptoms develop, start with a virtual visit or phone call. A Mercy caregiver can help you understand your options and what to do next.

09/27/2026

This Su***de Prevention Month, we're proud to recognize the Mercy Virtual Behavioral Health team, whose screening and outreach program was named a finalist for the 2026 Aim for Excellence Award.

Behind that recognition is a team dedicated to helping people feel seen, heard and supported. If you're struggling, know that you're not alone. Help is available, and we're here for you.

09/25/2026

Sudden injuries don't have to put you in a pickle. Skip the ER wait and cost and head to our orthopedic walk-in clinics instead! Find your nearest location: https://bit.ly/45V3A5W

09/25/2026

The best part of Mercy is our people. As we reflect on Deaf Awareness Month and the contributions of our EVS team, we're celebrating a caregiver who makes Mercy better every day.

09/25/2026

Rural health challenges require local solutions and strong partnerships! We're proud to join Heartland Whole Health Institute and partners across Arkansas in the Rural Health Transformation Program, working to create healthier communities and improve access to care where it's needed most.

Big news for rural health in Arkansas.

Heartland Whole Health Institute is proud to convene six Arkansas health care organizations through Heartland Whole Health Connect, a new rural health initiative supported through $8.4 million from Arkansas' Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP).

Together with Mercy, Community Clinic, Boston Mountain Rural Health Center, North Arkansas Regional Medical Center, St. Bernards Healthcare, and Arkansas CPESN, we’ll work to expand access to primary and preventive care, strengthen chronic disease management, increase telehealth and remote care, and advance whole-person care closer to home.

We’re excited for what this investment makes possible for Arkansas and what we can learn together to help shape the future of rural health across the country.

Learn more about Heartland Whole Health Connect: https://brnw.ch/21x5WFy

02/17/2020

Minimally invasive tubular retractors allow for standard surgical techniques through smaller incisions. This results in lower rates of infection and bleeding, faster return to work, and lower narcotic usage. A 2cm incision is performed and a series of small tubes dilate up a tract to the spine. The center tubes are removed and surgery is performed through the largest remaining tube. Pictured is a large disc herniation which once removed resulted in instant relief from sciatica.

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01/12/2020

Colloid cysts are embryonic remnants entrapped within the roof of the third ventricle. They are typically asymptomatic, found incidentally and often remain unchanged in size. However, they can occasionally enlarge resulting in obstructive hydrocephalus and even sudden death. Here an endoscopic colloid cystectomy with fenestration of the septum pellucidum is performed in order to restore patency of the CSF pathways.

12/22/2019

What happens when you mount a linear accelerator on a production line robot? Precision radiation at 1/3 the time of our prior stereotactic radiosurgery unit. Mercy unveiled our newly installed CyberKnife and we began treating patients this week. This minimally invasive technology allows treatment of even the deepest brain tumors without incisions or a hospital stay.

11/30/2019

Trigeminal neuralgia is commonly caused by neurovascular conflict between the superior cerebellar artery and the trigeminal nerve. Microvascular Decompression(MVD) is the most effective treatment and results in sustained pain relief for ~80-90% of patients at 5 years from surgery. A quarter-sized craniectomy is used to directly decompress the trigeminal root entry zone at the brainstem.

11/18/2019

Trigeminal Neuralgia is a debilitating disease resulting in severe lancinating facial pain. Percutaneous balloon compression rhizotomy is a treatment option which injures the gasserion ganglion and trigeminal nerve, diminishing transmission of pain signals. A needle is inserted from the cheek to the base of the skull. A balloon is placed intracranially into Meckel’s cave through an oval shaped hole (foramen ovale) which transmits the 3rd division of the trigeminal nerve. The balloon is then inflated and takes on a classic pear shape. This short procedure results in ~75% sustained pain relief at 5 years.

@ Mercy Hospital St. Louis

11/09/2019

Cranioplasty is performed after a craniectomy once the intracranial edema has resolved. Polyether-Ether-Ketone(PEEK) is a plastic polymer that is used to make a synthetic bone flap when the native bone is not suitable for reimplantation.

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11/07/2019

Subdural Hematomas most commonly arise from traumatic injury to bridging veins resulting in bleeding between the dura and the brain. They occur in both young and old people and like their epidural counterparts can be life threatening. Here a craniectomy is performed for evacuation, the brain is allowed to swell through the defect, and an intracranial pressure monitor placed. Reconstruction is completed with a loose duraplasty and a sheet of PTFE to allow for an easier future cranioplasty.

@ Mercy Hospital St. Louis