Atlanta Brain and Spine Care

09/03/2025

Disc degeneration is a normal part of aging, and is not usually a problem. However, degenerative disc disease can cause the discs to lose height and to become stiff. When disc height is lost, nerve impingement, bone and joint inflammation, and resultant pain can occur. Visit us to learn more.

As we age, our vertebral discs, which serve as shock absorbers for the spine, gradually dry out, affecting their strength and resiliency. This can lead to degenerative disc disease (DDD). DDD of the cervical spine is a relatively common condition for aging adults. However, many people who have cervi...

09/03/2025

Dr. Wewel’s expertise includes the surgical treatment of herniated discs, spinal stenosis, scoliosis, spinal tumors, brain tumors, stereotactic radiosurgery, intracerebral hemorrhages, and trauma. Hear what patients are saying about him on Google.

09/03/2025

Degenerative disc disease (DDD) is not actually a disease in the normal sense. It is considered a condition that refers to the wear and tear that happens to the discs in the spine. Learn more at: https://atlantabrainandspine.com/what-is-degenerative-disc-disease/

07/31/2025

Signs of scoliosis include uneven shoulders, uneven waist, elevated hips, shoulder blades that jut out, uneven leg length, constant leaning to one side, and the head not centered above the pelvis. Learn more about this spinal condition at: https://atlantabrainandspine.com/adult-degenerative-scoliosis/

07/31/2025

Congenital spine deformities are defects that develop before birth. These conditions may be progressive, causing structural problems as the child grows. Learn about three of the most common types of congenital spine deformities are scoliosis, kyphosis, and lordosis. Visit: https://atlantabrainandspine.com/three-types-of-congenital-spine-deformities/

07/07/2025

As people age, their risk factor for developing Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus (NPH) increases. Because symptoms of NPH are similar to Alzheimer’s Disease, Parkinson’s disease, and other neurodegenerative disorders, people may initially be misdiagnosed. Early diagnosis is key to preventing permanent damage and destruction of brain tissue. Learn more: https://atlantabrainandspine.com/how-nph-impacts-the-elderly/

07/07/2025

Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus (NPH) is a neurodegenerative condition in which a buildup of cerebrospinal fluid in the skull puts pressure on the brain. When too much fluid accumulates because the body can’t reabsorb or circulate it correctly, the brain starts to compress. If the brain is compressed for too long, permanent damage can occur. Learn more: https://atlantabrainandspine.com/how-nph-impacts-the-elderly/

07/03/2025

We're thrilled to announce that Atlanta Magazine has honored seven Atlanta Brain and Spine Care neurosurgeons as Top Doctors for 2025. Doctors David M. Benglis, Jr., Roger H. Frankel, Gary R. Gropper, Michele M. Johnson, Mena G. Kerolus, Joshua T. Wewel, and Steven D. Wray have been named to the prestigious list. Learn more at https://atlantabrainandspine.com/atlanta-magazine-honors-atlanta-brain-and-spine-care-neurosurgeons-as-2025-top-doctors/

Atlanta Magazine names Doctors David Benglis, Roger Frankel, Gary Gropper, Michele Johnson, Mena Kerolus, Joshua Wewel, and Steven Wray as 2025 Top Neurosurgeons.

06/04/2025

Mena G. Kerolus, M.D. is a neurosurgeon with dual fellowship training in both neurological and orthopedic spine surgery. Hear what patients are saying about Dr. Kerolus.

06/04/2025

Artificial discs have been designed to replace discs in the spine that are damaged due to severe degenerative disc disease. Like hip, knee, and other joint replacement surgeries, artificial discs may prove to be the answer for people with certain types of spinal conditions. Learn more: https://atlantabrainandspine.com/surgical-treatments/artificial-discs/

05/01/2025

Minimally invasive spine surgery (MISS) offers many advantages over traditional open surgery. MISS involves one or more small incisions through which the surgeon inserts a small tube, or endoscope. Learn more at https://atlantabrainandspine.com/benefits-of-minimally-invasive-spine-surgery-what-patients-should-know/