Fort Worth Brain and Spine Institute

02/05/2021

Co-Founder Dr. Thomas Ellis talks about how a large tumor began to affect his patient's whole life. She began rapidly losing her vision and was forgetful and unemotional. This tumor was taking a toll on the patient's husband and children as well. After a 12-15 hour operation, Dr. Ellis removed the tumor completely. This operation not only allowed her to see again but to live again. Stories like these are why Dr. Ellis does what he does.

Listen to this incredible story here:

01/22/2021

Bradykinesia refers to an impaired ability to move the body swiftly on command. Bradykinesia usually occurs as the first manifestation of Parkinson’s disease and relates to muscle weakness, rigid muscles, or tremors. Our specialists can help you assess, diagnose and treat ailments associated with bradykinesia and help you on the road to recovery.

Learn more here:

https://fwbsi.com/bradykinesia/Bradykinesia means an impaired ability to move the body swiftly on command. Bradykinesia usually occurs as the first manifesta...

01/18/2021

The term “osteopenia” refers to having a lower than average bone mineral density (BMD) when compared to others of the same age. Osteopenia itself will not produce any symptoms but as the condition worsens over time, the risk of other bone conditions, like osteoporosis dramatically increases.

01/13/2021

When Carrie from Fort Worth thought about her critical care, she chose Neurosurgeon Brent Alford. Months later she wrote this:

"Dr. Alford is an amazing surgeon. Not only did he explain everything thoroughly but didn’t make any promises. After talking to several other surgeons, I choose him. I had spinal stenosis, DDD, herniated discs and been in pain for over 10 years. My surgery was 9/24/20. I’m still recovering but what a difference. Every week I’m getting better and people around me notice that I’m not in a bad mood and seem so much happier. So glad I took a chance."

For us, testimonials like this are what it's all about!

01/07/2021

When Fort Worth Athletic Trainer, Kristin, experienced headaches, little did she know that she suffered from a brain tumor on her temporal lobe.

After meeting with Dr. Lee, her anxiety subsided and they choose a craniotomy to remove the mass and help her return to her quality of life.

Months later, Kristin returns to the gym she loves and her own mission of helping people live healthier lives. Hear her story!

https://fwbsi.com/video-gallery/brain-tumor-removal/When there is a mass or growth of abnormal cells within the brain, it is known as a brain tumor. There ar...

12/30/2020

Radiating Pain in the Arm?
FWBSI Neurosurgeon Dr. Ab Siadati explains the causes and treatments of this common neurological condition.

Neurosurgeon Dr. Abdolreza Siadati answers the question, "I have radiating pain down my arm, what should I do next?"

12/28/2020

Cervicalgia refers to any pain that occurs around the neck. This pain may also extend to the head, body, or arms. Cervicalgia will typically go away after some weeks. If the pain persists for a longer period, people should make an appointment with doctors for further decision.

12/23/2020

Dr. Samir Lapsiwala has dedicated his life to helping patient's return to the quality of their lives, free from serious back and neck conditions. When Medical City Fort Worth Nurse Manager Sue suffered from acute pain, she turned to Dr. Lapsiwala. Dr. Lapsiwala diagonosed her immediately and employed the cutting-edge robotic-assisted spine surgery technique to help her get back to living pain-free. Sue soon returned to her activities with her grandkids and her selfless career of helping others.

Medical City Fort Worth nurse manager Sue Setterlund shares her story of suffering from acute back pain and how robotic spine surgery helped get her back to ...

12/14/2020

A form of minimally invasive spine surgery, Robotic spine surgery utilizes a robotics system to assist and perfect surgical robotics spinal surgery intervention for patients experiencing chronic back pain unresponsive to non-surgical treatment. Designed to improve accuracy and optimize patient care, much like a GPS in your car. Many surgeons report several key surgical benefits for patients included but not limited to shorter hospital stays, less tissue damage, and smaller incisions (which may lead to smaller scars).

https://fwbsi.com/robotics/A form of minimally invasive spine surgery, Robotic spine surgery utilizes a robotics system to assist and perfect surgical roboti...

12/07/2020

Meet our Co-Founder!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zbrtdwcSUls

Dr. Thomas Ellis has practiced Cranial Base, Vascular and General Neurosurgery in Fort Worth since 1997. He founded Fort Worth Brain & Spine Institute, LLP in 2003, collaborating with Dr. Philip C. Bechtel, Dr. Richard O. Hubbard and Dr. Andrea Halliday.
With over twenty years of continuous practice in Fort Worth, Dr. Ellis specializes in the surgical and non-surgical, multi-modality management of cranial base/skull base tumors and vascular lesions, along with the full spectrum of general neurosurgical disorders, including general and complex spine disease.

https://fwbsi.com/our-physicians/thomas-ellis/ Dr. Thomas Ellis has practiced Cranial Base, Vascular and General Neurosurgery in Fort Worth since 1997. He fo...

12/02/2020

Nothing means more to us than the positive outcomes of our patients. Please allow us to share one of their stories about our very own Dr. Brent Alford today:

"Dr. Alford is an amazing surgeon. Not only did he explain everything thoroughly but didn’t make any promises. After talking to several other surgeons, I choose him. I had spinal stenosis, DDD, herniated discs and been in pain for over 10 years. My surgery was 9/24/20. I’m still recovering but what a difference. Every week I’m getting better and people around me notice that I’m not in a bad mood and seem so much happier. So glad I took a chance. I’m 43 and had a spinal fusion." - Carrie, Fort Worth

It's an honor to earn the trust of our patients and to have the opportunity to change their lives for the better.

https://fwbsi.com/our-physicians/brent-alford/