Our Brain & Spine Care Institutes
Kenneth C. Griffin Center at Miami Neuroscience Institute
We are thrilled to announce the largest single donation in the nearly 65-year history of Baptist Health. The $50 million gift from Kenneth C. Griffin, founder and CEO of Citadel and founder of Griffin Catalyst, will advance neurological care in South Florida and beyond.
Griffin’s donation will fund the expansion of Baptist Health Miami Neuroscience Institute, including the construction of a new, state-of-the-art center that will house the Institute and comprehensive care for patients on the campus of Baptist Hospital in Miami.
Meet Our Team
Our combined team includes highly skilled neurologists, neurosurgeons, spinal neurosurgeons, nonsurgical spine care specialists and pain management providers specializing in all areas of neurological care.
Our Leadership
Our esteemed Chief Medical Executives, Dr. Michael McDermott and Dr. Warren Selman, lead the Miami Neuroscience Institute and Marcus Neuroscience Institute with unparalleled expertise and dedication. With decades of combined experience in neurosurgery, Dr. McDermott and Dr. Selman have been instrumental in advancing neurological care across South Florida. Renowned for their innovative approaches and commitment to patient-centric care, they are true powerhouses in the field, driving our mission to provide cutting-edge neurological treatments and improve the lives of those we serve.
Michael W McDermott, M.D.
Chief Medical Executive, Irma and Kalman Bass Endowed Chair in Clinical Neuroscience at Baptist Health Miami Neuroscience Institute
Warren R Selman, M.D.
Chief Medical Executive at Marcus Neuroscience Institute
Refer a Patient
Does your patient need specialized brain and spine care? Our team of experts use the latest advancements to diagnose and treat any brain or spine condition. Call us to refer your patient — we’re here to help.
Pioneering The Cures Of Tomorrow
Our researchers play a vital role in helping us better understand brain and spine disease. They participate in a wide variety of clinical trials dedicated to improving treatments that will ultimately lead to better patient outcomes. Learn more about their work and what it means to be involved in a clinical trial.
Our Award-Winning Approach
When you choose Baptist Health Brain & Spine Care, you can expect:
- Access to a team of specialists with extensive training and experience
- Advanced treatments backed by research and unmatched technology
- Compassionate care from nationally recognized experts in award-winning facilities
Physicians Spotlight
Constance V. Katsafanas, D.O.
Constance V. Katsafanas, D.O.
Constance V. Katsafanas, D.O, is a board-certified neurologist and serves as director of the Neurology Residency Program at Marcus Neuroscience Institute, a part of Baptist Health. She specializes in brain aneurysms, multiple sclerosis, stroke and telestroke medicine.
Prior to joining Baptist Health, Dr. Katsafanas served as an associate professor of neurology at the University of Florida and a neurologist at the UF Health Neuroscience Institute in Jacksonville. There, she also served as director of Telemedicine, departmental quality officer, program director of the Neurology Residency, associate program director of the Vascular Neurology Fellowship and associate clerkship director.
Dr. Katsafanas earned her medical degree at Nova Southeastern University College of Osteopathic Medicine in Davie, Fla. She completed a neurology residency and a vascular neurology fellowship at the University of Florida College of Medicine in Jacksonville, Fla.
Dr. Katsafanas is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology in both neurology and vascular neurology and is a member of several professional organizations.
Committed to improving the healthcare delivery process, Dr. Katsafanas has been involved in quality improvement initiatives at hospitals, course and curriculum development for medical professionals and teaching and mentoring the next generation of physicians. She has also participated in clinical research and shared her results at scientific meetings.
Dr. Katsafanas feels that practicing medicine, caring for people and being part of their story is an incredible privilege. “Every patient has a story and, as a physician, I have the privilege of being part of that story; sometimes for a little while and sometimes for a long while. I meet people where they are, and I honor their story and their wishes and work with them to help them find their best health,” she said.
When Dr. Katsafanas is not treating patients, she enjoys all things related to comics, including traveling to and working at comic conventions. She also enjoys musical theater and going to Disney parks.
Nestor Galvez-Jimenez, M.D.
Nestor Galvez-Jimenez, M.D.
Nestor Galvez-Jimenez, M.D., is a board-certified neurologist and director of the autonomic neurology program at Baptist Health Miami Neuroscience Institute, specializing in movement disorders and autonomic failure.
He treats such conditions as Parkinson’s disease, dystonic syndromes, tremor, myoclonus, Tourette syndrome, chorea, Huntington’s disease, gait and balance issues, cerebellar ataxias and dysautonomia as well as other autonomic problems such as long COVID neurological complications, orthostatic intolerance and sweat disorders.
Dr. Galvez is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine in internal medicine, the American Board of Electrodiagnostic Medicine in electrodiagnostic medicine and the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology in neurology and neuromuscular medicine. He also holds subspecialty certifications from the United Council of Neurological Specialties in autonomic disorders and headache medicine.
Before joining Baptist Health, Dr. Galvez was a neurologist and director of the Movement Disorders Program and Fellowship at Cleveland Clinic Florida and the inaugural holder of the Pauline Braathen Distinguished Chair in Neurology, conferred in 2012.
Dr. Galvez is a fellow of the American College of Physicians, the American Neurological Association and the American Heart Association and Stroke. He is also a member and committee member of several other professional organizations and serves on many institutional committees.
When it comes to patient care, Dr. Galvez offers care that is compassionate but straightforward, putting the needs of the patient first.
Dr. Galvez is fluent in English and Spanish. During his free time, he enjoys spending time with his family, reading, taking long walks, rescuing dogs and traveling.
Patient Testimonials
“Ten months after the surgery, I got first place in my category,” she said. “I got first place ‘open’ and I got my ‘all-around.’ I was able to train for a bodybuilding competition … Today, I feel amazing. I'm still training. I'm writing a book about my story, and I feel great. I'm able to lift every plate. I'm able to lift more than I was lifting before.”
Check If Your Insurance Is Accepted
Baptist Health Brain & Spine Care participates in a broad network of health insurance plans to meet the needs of our patients and the community. See if your plan covers the brain and spine care services we provide.
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