Bradley Edward Weprin, MD $$

A father’s heart informs just about everything Dr. Bradley Weprin undertakes as the division director of neurosurgery at Children’s Health℠.

“I’m a dad, so I empathize with the parents of patients, who, like me, want to see their children grow, develop and mature,” he says. “My job as a pediatric neurosurgeon gives me the exciting and rewarding opportunity to care for all different types of problems, from brain surgery to spinal surgery to peripheral nerve surgery, all to make an important impact on a child and a child’s family.”

As director of neurosurgery, Dr. Weprin manages the mission of providing the highest quality care through the strategic use of advanced technology and surgical procedures, including microsurgery, image guidance techniques and brain mapping. The department is one of the busiest neurosurgical practices in North America, often drawing patients from around the world. One of the most complex cases managed by Dr. Weprin and his team was the separation of 2-year-old twins who were conjoined at the head. The separation involved a 34-hour operation and months-long follow-up period.

Because he treats deformities, injuries and pediatric trauma involving the brain, spine or peripheral nerves, parents often think the worst when they receive a referral for a pediatric neurological surgery evaluation. However, helping parents and their children deal with that fear is one of the most satisfying aspects of Dr. Weprin’s career.

“Watching a mom and dad smile after their fear has been eased is an incredible feeling,” he says. “And, while not always pleasant, having the privilege to help a family through extremely difficult times makes you realize that you are human and truly experience all that life has to offer.”

Dr. Weprin earned his medical degree from UT Southwestern Medical Center. He completed his internship and residency at the University of Minnesota Hospital and Clinic and his fellowship in pediatric neurosurgery at Children’s Hospital of Alabama. He is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery and is a member of the American Society of Pediatric Neurosurgery, the International Society for Pediatric Neurosurgery and the American Association of Sports Medicine.

Outside of his practice, Dr. Weprin enjoys watching his children in their sports activities, as well as running and training for marathons, half marathons and 200-mile relays.