Deep Brain Stimulation
Deep brain stimulation (DBS) is an effective, but little known, treatment for essential tremor
Dr. David VanSickle, MD, PHD, FAANS
Asleep deep brain stimulation (DBS) for essential tremor offers patients relief and better quality of life with low risk of complication.
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4 Advancements in Deep Brain Stimulation
Dr. David VanSickle, MD, PHD, FAANS
Learn how DBS advancements have made this procedure safer and more accessible for Parkinson’s patients from renowned DBS neurosurgeon David VanSickle.…
Deep Brain Stimulation
Common questions about deep brain stimulation.
Dr. David VanSickle, MD, PHD, FAANS
On Oct. 24, 2022, Dr. David VanSickle, a neurosurgeon with Neurosurgery One and the medical director of the Denver DBS Center led a webinar for the…
Deep Brain Stimulation
Newer DBS Techniques Allow For More Accurate Electrode Placement
Dr. David VanSickle, MD, PHD, FAANS
Asleep deep brain stimulation and robotic-guided DBS offer improved accuracy of lead placement, which contributes to better outcomes for patients with…
Epilepsy
Epilepsy Surgery Reduces Or Eliminates Seizures
Dr. David VanSickle, MD, PHD, FAANS
Newer, minimally invasive epilepsy surgical options offer many adult patients a better overall experience with fewer side effects.
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Medical Research Supports Asleep Deep Brain Stimulation
Dr. David VanSickle, MD, PHD, FAANS
Medical research shows asleep deep brain stimulation results in shorter surgical times and improved electrode placement over traditional awake DBS.
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DBS Lengthens Lifespan for Patients with Parkinson’s
Dr. David VanSickle, MD, PHD, FAANS
Proven to be more effective than medication alone, deep brain stimulation improves quality of life and lengthens lifespan for Parkinson’s patients.
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Deep Brain Stimulation for Parkinson’s Patient a No Brainer
Dr. David VanSickle, MD, PHD, FAANS
John Bauer chose the Denver DBS Center to get asleep DBS, which offers superior lead placement accuracy.
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Myths About Deep Brain Stimulation for Parkinson’s
Dr. David VanSickle, MD, PHD, FAANS
Deep brain stimulation is not an experimental treatment and other facts about DBS.
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Consider Deep Brain Stimulation Revision Rate
Dr. David VanSickle, MD, PHD, FAANS
Deep brain stimulation patients should consider the revision rates of the Denver neurosurgeon or brain stimulation center they are considering.
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Neurosurgery One Uses Advanced Imaging in Asleep DBS
Neurosurgery One
Dr. VanSickle successfully used the OmniTom CT scanner during Asleep Robotic DBS. It was the first surgical case in the world using the device.
