Dedicated to Comprehensive Neurological Care for Children
Bruno Braga, M.D., stands out as a dedicated pediatric neurosurgeon in Dallas, Texas, offering comprehensive care across the spectrum of neurological and spinal disorders affecting children. Unlike neurosurgeons who specialize in narrow areas within adult care, Dr. Braga’s expertise encompasses the full breadth of pediatric neurosurgery.
“The field of pediatric neurosurgery is uniquely rewarding because it allows me to address a wide array of complex neurosurgical issues in young patients,” explains Dr. Braga. “This includes managing everything from intricate venous and arterial conditions to traumatic injuries, spinal deformities, movement and seizure disorders, and brain tumors.”
His attraction to pediatric neurosurgery stems from the diverse skill set it demands and, more importantly, the profound positive impact he can have on the lives of his young patients and their families.
Spinal conditions, for instance, present some of the most challenging and potentially devastating situations. Children facing spinal disease are at risk of losing critical functions – mobility, sensation, bowel and bladder control, and even respiratory function. Dr. Bruno Braga brings hope and advanced solutions to these critical conditions.
“With prompt and appropriate intervention, we can often prevent or reverse these severe consequences,” Dr. Braga emphasizes, highlighting the importance of timely and expert care.
Operating on the developing spines of children requires an exceptionally delicate and specialized skill set. The implantation of rods and screws in growing spines carries significant considerations for a child’s future development and mobility. “In pediatric spinal surgery, we frequently work with extremely small anatomical structures,” Dr. Braga notes. “Sometimes, the surgical instruments, like screws, can even be larger than the bones themselves. The proximity to vital blood vessels, nerves, and the spinal cord means there is very little room for error.”
Microsurgical techniques for brain tumor removal represent another area of Dr. Bruno Braga’s passion and expertise. Working collaboratively within a pediatric brain tumor program, he and his colleagues—including radiologists, oncologists, and radiation oncologists—develop individualized treatment plans for each child. When surgery is the optimal path, Dr. Braga combines his surgical mastery with cutting-edge navigation technologies. These advanced techniques ensure the safest possible tumor removal while maximizing the preservation of surrounding brain function.
Dr. Braga emphasizes the transformative power of a multidisciplinary approach and innovative technology in improving outcomes and quality of life for children facing brain tumors and a wide range of other neurosurgical challenges.
“Our team is committed to providing exceptional care. This is rooted in the highly specialized training each of us possesses, enabling us to effectively treat virtually any neurological problem in children. Furthermore, we benefit immensely from the collaboration and support of our esteemed UT Southwestern colleagues across oncology, neurology, intensive care, and our exceptional nursing staff.”
For Dr. Bruno Braga, delivering comprehensive care extends beyond the operating room. He believes in the crucial importance of building strong relationships with his patients and their families, taking the time to thoroughly discuss treatment options both before and after surgery.
“My commitment to my patients extends far beyond the initial surgical outcome. I maintain long-term follow-up with my patients, as needed. If I were only focused on the immediate surgical results, I would simply be a technician,” Dr. Braga reflects. “For me, the true measure of success is knowing that my work has made a lasting, positive difference in the life of a young person. That is what truly matters.”
