Arizona Neurosurgery and Spine At The CORE Institute
Neurosurgery
Phoenix, AZ
Most recent review: 1 week ago
Recent
4.9
525 Ratings
231 Comments
Byron H. Willis, MD, FAANS is a Board Certified and Fellowship Trained Physician specializing in neurosurgery at The CORE Institute. He has been practicing neurosurgery in Phoenix since 2002.
Dr. Willis is an assistant professor of neurosurgery at the University of Arizona College of Medicine – Phoenix and serves on the teaching staff at Banner University Medical Center Phoenix where he has served as chair of the surgery Committee and chairman of the department of neurosurgery.
Byron H. Willis, MD, FAANS is a Board Certified and Fellowship Trained Physician specializing in neurosurgery at The CORE Institute. He has been practicing neurosurgery in Phoenix since 2002.
Dr. Willis is an assistant professor of neurosurgery at the University of Arizona College of Medicine – Phoenix and serves on the teaching staff at Banner University Medical Center Phoenix where he has served as chair of the surgery Committee and chairman of the department of neurosurgery.
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Amazing Surgeon. Every patients receives unique care based on their diagnosis. I have had great results
(1 week ago)
Jul-2026
I cannot recommend Dr. Willis highly enough for his expertise and care. He took the time to thoroughly explain my treatment options and answer all of my questions, giving me complete confidence going into surgery. The results have been fantastic, and the entire team at Arizona Neurosurgery & Spine Specialists was wonderful throughout the process.
(1 week ago)
Jul-2026
Very nice, knowledgeable and very warm and supportive! I can tell I will be in good hands With Dr Willis doing my surgery! Thank you for taking a lot of worry away and answering all my questions!
(2 weeks ago)
Jul-2026
Great doctor had him over 15 years very personal very nice
(2 weeks ago)
Jul-2026
Dr. WILLIS IS A GREAT PROVIDER TO SEE, ESPECIALLY IF YOU NEED SURGERY.
(2 weeks ago)
Jul-2026
He is always pleasant and very professional, my surgery was great!! Thank you, Dr. Willis!!
(2 weeks ago)
Jun-2026
Good visit. Dr. Willis was informative and knowledgeable.
(3 weeks ago)
Jun-2026
He’s so nice! A very good Dr.. He’s the best!
(3 weeks ago)
Jun-2026
He took the time and listened!
(3 weeks ago)
Jun-2026
Pays attention to your concerns and is very thorough.
Byron H. Willis, MD, FAANS is a Board Certified and Fellowship Trained Physician specializing in neurosurgery at The CORE Institute. He has been practicing neurosurgery in Phoenix since 2002.
Dr. Willis is an assistant professor of neurosurgery at the University of Arizona College of Medicine – Phoenix and serves on the teaching staff at Banner University Medical Center Phoenix where he has served as chair of the surgery Committee and chairman of the department of neurosurgery.
Dr. Willis has clinical interest in complex spinal disorders and spinal biomechanics, having completed cadaveric spinal biomechanical studies and written book chapters on the subject. He has a particular academic interest in the application of engineering principles to the surgical treatment of the spine. Dr. Willis has pioneered the use of intra-operative CT image guidance for spinal instrumentation at Banner University Medical Center Phoenix doing well over 300 navigated spine cases and continuously working to expand the use of this technology in spine surgery.
He earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering from Columbia University in New York City and a Masters Degree in Biomedical Engineering from Rennselaer Polytechnic Institute in Troy, New York. He completed his medical degree at the State University of New York at Buffalo graduating summa cum laude. Dr. Willis completed his neurosurgery residency at the Cleveland Clinic Foundation with special training in complex spinal disorders studying under Dr. Edward Benzel. Dr. Willis completed further specialized training in intracranial tumors and open cerebrovascular disorders during a 1-year fellowship at Derriford Hospital, Plymouth, England.
Dr. Willis is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery and is licensed by the Arizona medical board. He is a member of the American Association of Neurological Surgeons and the Congress of Neurological Surgeons. He is on the medical staff and Banner University Medical Center Phoenix and Banner Thunderbird Hospital Peoria.
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Amazing Surgeon. Every patients receives unique care based on their diagnosis. I have had great results
I cannot recommend Dr. Willis highly enough for his expertise and care. He took the time to thoroughly explain my treatment options and answer all of my questions, giving me complete confidence going into surgery. The results have been fantastic, and the entire team at Arizona Neurosurgery & Spine Specialists was wonderful throughout the process.
Very nice, knowledgeable and very warm and supportive! I can tell I will be in good hands With Dr Willis doing my surgery! Thank you for taking a lot of worry away and answering all my questions!
Great doctor had him over 15 years very personal very nice
Dr. WILLIS IS A GREAT PROVIDER TO SEE, ESPECIALLY IF YOU NEED SURGERY.
He is always pleasant and very professional, my surgery was great!! Thank you, Dr. Willis!!
Good visit. Dr. Willis was informative and knowledgeable.
He’s so nice! A very good Dr.. He’s the best!
He took the time and listened!
Pays attention to your concerns and is very thorough.