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At Sydney Brain & Spine, we provide comprehensive care for brain, spine, and peripheral nerve conditions. Our focus is on precise diagnosis, advanced surgical techniques, and personalised treatment planning. Each service is designed to support the best possible patient outcomes.

A/Prof Winder is an Australian Trained Neurosurgeon with dedicated subspecialist training in Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery and Skull Base Surgery.

Dr Lukins is an Australian Trained Neurosurgeon with dedicated subspecialist training in Scoliosis, Spinal Deformity surgery, Endoscopic Spine Surgery and Brain Tumour Surgery.

They have extensive surgical expertise in the following areas:

  • Spine Surgery
  • Cranial Surgery

Our Services

Spine Surgery

Lumbar

A/Prof Winder and Dr Lukins specialise in Minimally Invasive Spinal Surgery and Endoscopic Spine Surgery for microdiscectomies and laminectomies; this type of “keyhole” surgery can be performed as day only procedures with >90% of cases requiring less than 24 hrs in hospital. They have established solid reputations, offering excellent clinical results with fast recovery and minimal hospital stay.

  • Minimally invasive microdiscectomy
  • Minimally Invasive laminectomy
  • Minimally Invasive Spinal Fusions
  • Nerve root decompressions
  • Disc Arthroplasty (Replacements)
  • Trauma
  • Complex Scoliosis Correction
  • Spinal Cord Tumours
  • Spinal Oncology

Cervical

A/Prof Winder and Dr Lukins perform cervical operations using minimally invasive approaches, many as day only surgical procedures. A/Prof Winder has researched and published data on the benefits of minimally invasive approaches over standard open techniques. Dr Lukins obtained a Master of Surgery at the University of Notre Dame focusing on the role of surgery for elderly patients with cervical fractures. He continues to be involved in research on the most current surgical techniques.

  • Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusions (ACDF)
  • Cervical Disc Arthroplasty (Replacements)
  • Minimally Invasive Posterior Foraminotomy
  • Cervical Laminectomy
  • Posterior Cervical Fusions
  • Cervical Corpectomy (Vertebrectomy)
  • Complex Cervical Fusions (Occipit-C2)

Thoracic

A/Prof Winder and Dr Lukins perform thoracic spine surgery using minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques where appropriate. These approaches aim to reduce hospital stay, speed recovery, and achieve excellent clinical outcomes, similar to their lumbar and cervical procedures. They manage complex thoracic conditions including trauma and spinal tumours with the same focus on precision and patient-centred care.

  • Decompressions and Fusions
  • Trauma
  • Spinal Tumours
  • Endoscopic and Open Thoracic Discectomies

Our Services

Cranial Surgery

The team have a specialised focus on Minimally Invasive Cranial Surgery with sub specialist training in a variety of areas. Both doctors  work with a dedicated Skull Base Team where required in an effort to attain the best possible patient outcomes.

As well as two separate North American Fellowships, Dr Winder has a Master of Surgery (Neurosurgery) attained at the University of Sydney, under the supervision of Professor Michael K. Morgan, specialising in Cerebrovascular Surgery. He has a strong interest in cerebral aneurysm management.

Intercranial Tumours

  • Meningiomas
  • Gliomas
  • Pituitary Tumours
  • Skull Base Tumours (Chordomas, Craniopharyngiomas, Dermoids, epidermoids, Neurenteric Cysts, GlomusJugulare).
  • Vascular conditions (Aneurysms, Cavernomas)

He has a special interest in

  • Endoscopic Pituitary Tumour Resection (non secretory and secretory), working with a dedicated pituitary team (Endocrinology, Neuroradiology and Otorhinolaryngology).
  • Microvascular Decompressions (MVDs) for Trigeminal Neuralgia and Hemifacial Spasm

Our Process

How we deliver our services

From your first consultation to post-operative recovery, our process is designed to ensure clear communication, personalised treatment, and the best possible outcomes. Each step is carefully planned to support your recovery and overall well-being.

01.

Consultation

Discuss your condition, review imaging, and outline treatment options.

02.

Planning

Develop a personalised surgical or treatment plan tailored to your needs.

03.

Treatment

Perform surgery or intervention using advanced, minimally invasive techniques.

04.

Recovery/Follow-Up

Provide ongoing support, rehabilitation guidance, and follow-up appointments to track progress.