Peripheral Nerve Center
Nerve injury or compression can cause long-lasting problems. These can include pain, headache, weakness, numbness and tingling. The Vanderbilt Peripheral Nerve Center is here to help. We offer both surgical and non-surgical options to address nerve issues.
Our team includes specialists in pain, plastic surgery, neurology, and occupational and physical therapy. We work together to find the best treatment options for you.
Conditions We Treat
We treat all peripheral nerve conditions, including:
- Amputation pain
- Cervical spinal cord injury
- Cervicogenic headache
- Complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS)
Meet Your Care Team
Patrick AssiMD
- Aesthetics, Cosmetic Plastic Surgery, Facial Plastic Surgery, Gynecomastia, Migraine and Occipital Neuralgia Surgery, Plastic Surgery, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
Lax BhandariMD
- Fractures, Hand Surgery, Orthopaedics, Pediatric Plastic Surgery, Peripheral Nerve, Plastic Surgery, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
Brian C. DroletMD, FACS
- Fractures, Hand Surgery, Nerve, Orthopaedics, Peripheral Nerve, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Reconstructive Microsurgery
Shady ElmaraghiMD
- Fractures, Hand Surgery, Nerve, Orthopaedics, Peripheral Nerve, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Reconstructive Microsurgery
Izabela A. GaldynMD
- Cleft Lip and Palate, Ear Deformities, Facial Paralysis, Hand Surgery, Pediatric Plastic Surgery, Peripheral Nerve, Plastic Surgery
John B. HillMD
- Fractures, Hand Surgery, Nerve, Orthopaedic Surgery, Orthopaedics, Peripheral Nerve, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
Justin D. StehrOT, CHT
- Hand Reconstruction, Hand, Wrist and Elbow Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Plastic Surgery, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Raynaud’s, Rheumatology
William M. JonesMD
- Musculoskeletal Problems, Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Rehabilitation, Sports Medicine
Tigran KesayanMD, BS
- Chronic Back Pain, Chronic Facial Pain, Headache, Interventional Pain, Neuropathic Pain, Neurosciences, Pain Management
Christopher M. SobeyMD
- Anesthesiology, Chronic Back Pain, Complex Region Pain Syndrome, Failed Back Surgery Syndrome, Interventional Pain, Neuropathic Pain, Pain Management
Tyler BallMD
- Deep Brain Stimulation, Epilepsy, Neuralgia, Trigeminal, Neurologic Surgery, Neurological Surgery, Neurosciences, Rehabilitation
John C. WellonsIII, MD, MSPH
- Brachial Plexus and Peripheral Nerve Injury, Compression or Tumors, Congenital Malformations of the Brain and Spinal Cord, Neurological Surgery, Neurosciences, Pediatric Neurologic Surgery, Pediatric Neurosurgery, Stroke and Cerebrovascular
Scott L. ZuckermanMD, MPH
- Cervical Spine, Neurologic Surgery, Neurological Surgery, Orthopaedics, Spinal Deformity, Spinal Surgery, Spine
Tigran KesayanMD, BS
- Chronic Back Pain, Chronic Facial Pain, Headache, Interventional Pain, Neuropathic Pain, Neurosciences, Pain Management
Why Choose Peripheral Nerve Center at Vanderbilt
- Specialized Care
Our providers have specialized training in their fields and focus on treating problems of the peripheral nerves. This expertise means the best possible care for you.
- Knowledge and Expertise
Our researchers make the discoveries to improve the treatment of peripheral nerve injuries.
Tests, Treatments and Services
We offer a full range of tests, treatments and services, including:
- Diagnostic nerve ultrasound
- Epidural steroid injections
- Free muscle transfers
- Medication management
- Nerve blocks
- Nerve decompression