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Lucent Neuroscience Institute

Spine Brain Neurological and Neurosurgery Experts at Palm Springs Area

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Health Care Access Made Easy

Same-Week or Next-Day Consultation with Board Certified Experts (Physicians & Surgeons)

Same-Week or Next-Day Consultation with Board Certified Experts (Physicians & Surgeons)

Same-Week or Next-Day Consultation with Board Certified Experts (Physicians & Surgeons)

Starting July  1st 2026 our physicians can see you personally for comprehensive evaluation  within one week or even  24 hrs in urgent cases..  Call our office or contact us via email for more detail.

2nd Opinions for your Health (absolutely necessary for most)

Same-Week or Next-Day Consultation with Board Certified Experts (Physicians & Surgeons)

Same-Week or Next-Day Consultation with Board Certified Experts (Physicians & Surgeons)

We provide expert 2nd opinions for complex medical and surgical conditions.  Armed with years of expertise in the field of Spine, Brain, Neurological conditions, and Pain our experts can evaluate the adequacy of your care plans and help you with obtaining insurance coverage for proper diagnostic work up and treatment..

Spine (Neck and Back) Pain Non-surgical and Surgical care

Same-Week or Next-Day Consultation with Board Certified Experts (Physicians & Surgeons)

Spine (Neck and Back) Pain Non-surgical and Surgical care

Our  Neurosurgery and Neurology team provide specialized care for patients of all ages with Neck and Back pain.. We focus on proper diagnosis, treatment plan options, surgical and non surgical, as well as injury prevention, rehabilitation. Vast majority of our patient are treated successfully non-surgically.

Brain Tumor Evaluation and Treatment

Brain Tumor Evaluation and Treatment

Spine (Neck and Back) Pain Non-surgical and Surgical care

Our Neurosurgeons with over a decade expertise in treatment of brain tumors will provide you with the best surgical and non-surgical management options.  Most of our patients with brain tumor are successfully treated conservatively and have not required surgeries in the past decade.

Surgical Candidacy Evaluation

Brain Tumor Evaluation and Treatment

Minimally Invasive Procedures

Many patients are told "they need surgery" and some that they are "not a surgical candidate" with disease process compounding.  Our Fellowship Trained Brain and Spine Surgeons and Experts perform a comprehensive and unbiased Surgical Candidacy Evaluation.

Minimally Invasive Procedures

Brain Tumor Evaluation and Treatment

Minimally Invasive Procedures

Skilled with latest techniques and Equipped with modern equipments our surgeons perform minimally invasive neck,  back, and brain operations at Eisenhower Health when needed.

Care Coordination (Imaging, PT, Labs, Surgery Scheduling)

Care Coordination (Imaging, PT, Labs, Surgery Scheduling)

Care Coordination (Imaging, PT, Labs, Surgery Scheduling)

Our team of  licensed providers will coordinate your care from state of the art imaging (MRI, CT, PET scans), labs, physical therapy, electrodiagnostic studies, to surgical scheduling (when necessary)..  We have access to all your medical records at Eisenhower Health.

Senior Care

Care Coordination (Imaging, PT, Labs, Surgery Scheduling)

Care Coordination (Imaging, PT, Labs, Surgery Scheduling)

We direct seniors to comprehensive care, including geriatric assessments, medication management, and memory care. Our team is dedicated to helping seniors maintain their independence and quality of life.

Virtual Evaluation for out of State Patients

Care Coordination (Imaging, PT, Labs, Surgery Scheduling)

Virtual Evaluation for out of State Patients

Our physicians hold medical licenses in States of California, Oregon, Texas, Montana, and Arizona and can evaluate patients (within limitations of a virtual assessment) remotely with MRI Reviews and Virtual Consultantion.

Neurosurgery Care: A Multidisciplinary Approach

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More than an excellent medical and surgical care

Clinicians at Lucent Spine and Neuroscience Institute will practice evidence-based medicine to address complex medical challenges, including brain tumors, with the goal of maintaining a very high standard for quality of care in both inpatient and outpatient settings. Our approach to neurosurgery and spine treatment will be free from the limitations imposed by hospital or insurance politics, focusing strictly on merit-based referral patterns to achieve the best outcomes and enhance the patient experience for all our patients.

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Spine (neck and back) Treatment

Armed with in-depth knowledge of biomechanics and the physiology of the spine, our neurologists and neurosurgeons utilize the most modern imaging and electrodiagnostic equipment to accurately diagnose complex medical challenges, including brain tumors. This diagnosis is typically followed by a series of non-invasive corrective measures aimed at enhancing the patient experience and initiating the healing process. In emergency cases or situations where the appropriate panel of conservative measures has been attempted and failed, surgical options, including neurosurgery, will be discussed.

3D brain scan highlighting a green tumor and red arteries inside a human head.

Brain Tumors, Vascular and Degenerative Diseases

Our neurosurgeons and neurologists are nationally recognized for their expertise in addressing complex medical challenges, particularly in the treatment of brain tumors, vascular issues, and generative diseases of the brain. You can explore hundreds of video presentations of brain surgeries performed by one of our skilled neurosurgeons, Dr. Limonadi, on the YouTube channel Microneurosurgery.Org. This channel is one of the most educational and popular free online neurosurgery programs, inspiring many young minds worldwide to pursue a career in neurosciences, including spine treatment.

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A Healthy Community

At Lucent, we believe that the true path to happiness and prosperity lies in our efforts to bring qualities like compassion and expertise to others. We strive for excellence and knowledge, particularly in areas such as neurosurgery and spine treatment, applying our skills with honor and good intentions to enhance the patient experience. We only associate ourselves with health providers who share our values, especially when addressing complex medical challenges like brain tumors. If you choose us, you can rest assured that when a referral is needed, you will be directed to the best healthcare professionals known to us. We work not just with you but also with other community members to build a network committed to fostering a healthier world.

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Lucent Neurosurgeons Celebrate a Decade of Surgery with no Infection

Dr. Limonadi presents a recognition award to Mick Griswold, PA, and CNS for his outstanding role in providing the highest quality surgical care in neurosurgery. His dedication has resulted in zero infections while successfully addressing complex medical challenges, including brain tumors and spine treatment, for over a decade.

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Lucent Neurosurgeons Recognition Award for a Decade with Zero Infection

Dr. Limonadi presents a recognition award to Sam Lopez, a surgical technologist, for his exceptional role in delivering the highest quality surgical care while addressing complex medical challenges, including brain tumors and spine treatment. His commitment has resulted in zero infections during the performance of the most complicated neurosurgery cases for over a decade, significantly enhancing the patient experience.

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Lucent Neurosurgeons Group Picture with Recipients of Quality Award for a Decade with no Infection

Dr. Alfred Shen and Dr. Farhad Limonadi are pictured with three recipients of recognition awards for a decade of no infection in the treatment of complex medical challenges, including brain tumors and spine treatment. From right to left: Dr. Alfred Shen, Rustina Walker, Sam Lopez, Michael Griswold, and Dr. Farhad Limonadi.

Plaque honoring Michael Griswold for preventing infections in DNA neurosurgical patients over a decade.

Michael Griswold's Award

Michael Griswold has played a pivotal role in protecting neurosurgery patients from complications associated with complex medical challenges for over a decade. He has worked tirelessly to shield patients during long hours of complex operations on brain tumors and spine treatment, ensuring that many lives are saved thanks to his dedication to enhancing the patient experience.

Patients' Experience with Lucent Neuroscience Physicians

Neck (Cervical Spine) Surgery

Randy McWilliams describes his neck surgery performed by physician leader, Dr. Farhad Limonadi from Lucent Neuroscience Institute.

Complex Brain Surgery

Andy Alvillar describes his complex brain surgery performed by physician leader, Dr. Farhad Limonadi from Lucent Neuroscience Institute.

Back Surgery

Robert Nibecker describes his back surgery performed by physician leader, Dr. Farhad Limonadi from Lucent Neuroscience Institute.

Neck (Cervical Spine) Surgery

Yolanda Maston describes her neck surgery performed by physician leader, Dr. Farhad Limonadi from Lucent Neuroscience Institute.


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