UT Health San Antonio Neurosurgery

02/27/2026

Today, the Department of Neurosurgery proudly celebrates Thank a Resident Day!

We are grateful for our residents and their dedication to excellence in patient care. From early mornings to late nights, they approach every case with skill, compassion, and determination.

We thank them for their hard work and their unwavering commitment to our patients and our community.

02/27/2026

02/25/2026

We are proud to share the news that Aylin Padir, MD, represented our department this past weekend at the 2026 LINNC Americas conference. Dr. Padir delivered an oral presentation entitled “From Ruptured PICA Aneurysm to Tentorial dAVF: Evolution of a Secondary Vascular Lesion.”

We’re grateful for the opportunity to contribute to this conversation about neurointerventional care and thrilled to see our team members sharing their expertise with the broader neurovascular community.

02/17/2026

Izabela Tarasiewicz, MD, recently led an evening of education for the local chapter of the National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners (NAPNAP). Attendees gained valuable insight into when and why referral to a pediatric neurosurgeon is appropriate, enhancing collaborative care for pediatric patients.

Dr. Tarasiewicz is a professor at UT Health San Antonio with expertise in pediatric neurosurgery. She has been part of the institution for 12 years and serves as the medical director of the Craniofacial Center at University Health. She is board certified by both the American Board of Pediatric Neurological Surgery and the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada.

02/13/2026

This academic year, we’ve had the privilege of welcoming outstanding neurosurgical leaders as visiting professors — bringing new perspectives, thoughtful dialogue, and invaluable teaching to our trainees and faculty. Two distinguished guests have already joined us, and we’re excited to continue the momentum by hosting two more exceptional neurosurgeons in the months ahead.

These visits represent what makes academic neurosurgery special: the open exchange of ideas, mentorship across institutions, and a shared commitment to advancing our field together.

Grateful for the colleagues who have already contributed to our program — and looking forward to the conversations and inspiration still to come.

02/12/2026

A great showing from UTHSCSA Neurosurgery at this year’s conference! Outstanding presentations from our faculty and residents, and congratulations to Dr. McGinity on stepping into the role of TANS President. Already looking forward to next year’s meeting in Austin, Feb 4–7, 2027!

02/06/2026

Congratulations to Molly Lafuente, DO, on receiving first runner up among resident lectures at the annual meeting of Texas Association of Neurological Surgeons (TANS) for her presentation, entitled "Direct STAMCA Bypass for Symptomatic, Atherosclerotic Severe M1 Stenosis: Recent Experience From 8 High-Volume Centers.”

01/23/2026

The UT Health neurological spine team offers advanced, personalized treatment for a wide range of spine conditions, including neck and back pain, herniated and bulging discs, pinched nerves and sciatica, spinal stenosis and instability, scoliosis and spinal deformities, spine tumors, fractures, and trauma.

For appointments, please contact us at 210-450-9060.

01/22/2026

Several faculty members from the Department of Neurosurgery were recently featured in San Antonio Magazine’s 2026 list of Top Doctors.

Congratulations to Drs. John Floyd, Justin Mascitelli, Michael McGinity, Alexander Papanastassiou, Ali Seifi, and Izabela Tarasiewicz on being recognized.

We are proud of our faculty and their continued commitment to providing high-quality patient care.

Top Doctors - For whatever ails you, find a specialist among these peer-nominated physicians with stellar reputations.

01/09/2026

12/23/2025

Happy holidays from the Department of Neurosurgery!

We wish you every happiness this holiday season and throughout the coming year.