Dr. Frank Culicchia
David G. Kline Professor & Head
Welcome to LSU Health New Orleans
Department of Neurosurgery
The LSU Health New Orleans Department of Neurosurgery is committed to providing exceptional neurosurgical care while advancing education, research, and innovation in neurosciences. Under the leadership of Dr. Frank Culicchia, Chairman, our faculty are dedicated to improving the lives of patients through comprehensive, compassionate, and evidence-based care.
Our department offers a full spectrum of neurosurgical services and serves as a regional referral center for complex cranial, spinal, pediatric, functional, and trauma-related neurological disorders. Through our clinical, research, and educational missions, we strive to advance the field of neurosurgery while training future leaders in academic and community practice.
Education remains a cornerstone of our mission. Faculty works closely with medical students, residents, fellows, and interdisciplinary healthcare professionals to foster excellence in patient care, scholarly activity, and lifelong learning.
We invite you to explore our website to learn more about our faculty, clinical programs, research initiatives, and educational opportunities.
Thank you for your interest in the LSU Health New Orleans Department of Neurosurgery.
Department of Neurosurgery
2021 Perdido Street, 8th Floor
New Orleans, LA 70112
Phone: (504) 568-2646