Weill Cornell Neurological Surgery

Chiari Malformation

The pediatric neurosurgeons at Weill Cornell have extensive experience in treating Chiari malformations in children and young adults, and the surgical program has produced excellent outcomes. We consult with patients and their families to provide evaluations and recommendations, we confer with physicians and neurologists about referrals, and we encourage families to connect with our former patients for one-on-one support. (See Information for Parents to connect with other families through our Parent-to-Parent program.) If surgery is indicated, our pediatric neurosurgery service will provide expert, compassionate care, from pre-surgical counseling through recovery and beyond.

Chiari Malformation In Depth

The Weill Cornell Chiari program offers an exhaustive online library of information about Chiari malformation, including:

Chiari Malformation: Detailed information on symptoms, diagnosis, and surgical treatment
Medical Minutes: A video segment explaining the condition and its treatment
We Conquered Chiari: Personal stories and videos from patients
Pictures of Chiari: Illustrations and MRI scans that can help you better understand the condition
Frequently Asked Questions: The answers to common questions about Chiari and its treatment

Medical Minutes: Video segments that make complex medical conditions easy to understand.
» Chiari malformation
» Spasticity
Dr. Mark Souweidane: The director of pediatric neurosurgery explains the department's approach to achieving good outcomes.
Watch the video
Pediatric Neurosurgery Brochure: An overview of our surgical services, our facilities, and the conditions we treat.
Download the brochure