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Recent News
April 10, 2026
Barrow Neuro Analytics Center Doubles Footprint to Support Growing Neurological Research
Programs
March 11, 2026
After Scoliosis Surgery, Barrow Patient Pursues Dental Degree, Adventures
Abroad
February 23, 2026
Center for Transitional Neuro-Rehabilitation Celebrates 40
Years
January 6, 2026
In Barrow Study, International Headache Experts Define Most Severe
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December 18, 2025
Barrow Neuro-Otology Director Terry Fife, MD, Retires After 30 Years on
Faculty
December 17, 2025
2025 Wrapped: Our Year in
Review
December 11, 2025
An 8-Year, Cross-Country Journey to Spinal Cord Cavernous Malformation
Surgery
December 8, 2025
Barrow, University of Calgary Study Urges “Major Change” to Migraine Treatment in
EDs
November 7, 2025
What to Know About Chemicals and Parkinson’s
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October 27, 2025
Patient Back in the Swing of Things Following Minimally Invasive Endoscopic Spine
Surgery
November 5, 2025
Twin Sisters, Neurotology Patients Find Their Voices Through Cochlear
Implants
October 1, 2025
Ambient TCE Exposure Suggests Link to Parkinson’s Disease Risk
Nationwide
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“I felt a great comfort, from not only Dr. Kakarla but also the staff. From the first appointment to the post-op care, I felt like Barrow was really there for all my needs. … This team at Barrow is incredibly skilled, attentive, and kind, but at the same time, professional.”
Alexandra Wikiera
Kraków, Poland
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“Dr. Lawton, his fellows, and all the people that surround him are phenomenal. The hospital itself was wonderful—the physical therapists there, the ICU nurses—just one more impressive than the next. It was such an overall just wonderful experience.”
Sabrina Mancini
Middlebury, CT
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“I was going upstairs and just doing my thing, or homework, because I didn’t talk to people that much. Now, I’m enjoying so much—like talking with people and laughing.”
Maria-Renata Campa Moreno
Phoenix, AZ
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“I literally went from being in excruciating pain to having zero pain post-surgery. It’s just amazing. I feel like I’ve had no back surgery. The only great misfortune that I have is that I have to do chores around the house now.”
Nicholas Aretakis
Phoenix, AZ
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“I am so proud of how far I’ve come and am grateful for my clinical team, family, and friends who have supported me every step of the way.”
Izzy Siniscalchi
Chandler, AZ
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“My quality of life is just so improved. It’s unbelievable.”
Suzanne McFerrin
Chandler, AZ
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“I had a great deal of confidence that I was getting the best treatment possible. If I was going to be cured anywhere, it was going to be here.”
John Burroughs
Chandler, AZ
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“My life, while still difficult, has been given hope again because of Dr. Shvarts.”
Randy Ehlers
Chandler, AZ
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“I have never had a doctor who took that much interest in my case like Dr. Schusse did. … I’m so grateful to have her. I owe her my life.”
Marissa Amaya Ochoa
Tempe, AZ
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“I was nervous about the surgery, but I just felt I was in good hands. Dr. Porter is an extremely great doctor. … I thought everybody took great care of me.”
Jim McLean
Coral Gables, FL
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“I’m never going to take for granted how strong our bodies can be, that we’re made for so much more. Running became a celebration of life.”
Christi Endicott
Williams, AZ
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“I feel honored to be here at Barrow. You definitely feel part of a family; that they take a very strong interest in your case. Everyone’s treated with such respect.”
Dana Garrett
Phoenix, AZ
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“When I came here, I just knew I was in good hands.”
Jannette Diaz
Surprise, AZ
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“For the first time in almost a dozen years, I can carry two cups at once. It’s truly changed my life.”
Jim Kurtz
Strawberry, AZ
Neuroplex: Pre-Admission Testing, Neurosurgery Clinic, ENT & Skull Base, Neuro-Oncology, Infusion, Stroke, Sleep Medicine, Barrow Foundation
2910 North 3rd Avenue
240 Building: Inpatient Neuro-Rehab, Neuro-Endocrine, and Outpatient Neurology
240 West Thomas Road
3rd Avenue Self-Parking Garage, Visitor Entrance, Pedestrian Bridge
3rd Avenue Garage
Robert F. Spetzler Neuroscience Tower: Emergency Department, Inpatient Neurology + Neurosurgery
Robert F. Spetzler Neuroscience Tower
222 Building: Brain Injury & Sports Neurology, Neuropsychology, Neuro-Rehab
222 West Thomas Road
124 Building: Phoenix Children’s Cleft and Craniofacial Center, Neuro-Otology, and Audiology
124 West Thomas Road
Ivy Brain Tumor Center, Sonntag Pavilion, Goldman Auditorium, Marley Lobby, Research
Marley Lobby Entrance
Radiation Oncology and Cyberknife
350 West Thomas Road
Main Hospital Entrance, Hospital Admitting, Starbucks, Cafeteria, Valet Parking
350 West Thomas Road
McAuley Pharmacy
500 West Thomas Road
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