Neurosurgery and spine surgery in Plano, Texas, since 2001
Brain and spine surgery in Plano, from first visit to recovery, under one roof.
Consultation, 3T MRI, and outpatient surgery in one Plano building, led by board-certified neurosurgeon Dr. Luis Mignucci. Most new patients are seen the same day.
- Surgeon
- Luis Mignucci, MD. Board certified in neurological surgery and in spine surgery.
- Experience
- More than 36 years, including a spine fellowship at Cleveland Clinic.
- One building
- Clinic, 3T MRI, and ambulatory surgery center at 6160 Windhaven Parkway.
- Patients say
- Rated 4.4 of 5 across 29 Google reviews.
- New patients
- Seen the same day in most cases.
Dr. Mignucci reviews imaging with patients at every visit, so the person reading your MRI is the person planning your care.
Find the right care
Start with what you feel, the treatment you have heard about, or your insurance.
Most patients start with conservative care. When surgery is the right step, it happens in the same building.
We accept all major insurance plans. Coverage varies by plan, so Tracie Baker, our patient financial counselor, checks your benefits before your first visit and explains any costs up front.
One neurosurgeon for brain and spine
Many practices treat one or the other. Dr. Mignucci treats both, which matters when symptoms could come from either.
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Spine disorders
Back or neck pain, sciatica, herniated discs, stenosis, and scoliosis.
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Brain disorders
Brain tumors, hydrocephalus, and findings on a scan that need a neurosurgeon’s opinion.
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Peripheral nerve disorders
Numbness, tingling, or weakness in the hands, arms, or legs, including carpal tunnel.
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Nonsurgical spine solutions
Injections and anti-inflammatory medication, offered in house.
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Surgical solutions for spine pain
Minimally invasive and complex spine surgery, often same-day.
Clinic, imaging, and surgery center in one building
Everything happens at Windhaven Medical Plaza, so your care keeps moving from one step to the next. Plenty of parking right in front.
- Clinic
- Neurospine Surgical Consultants. Consultations, second opinions, and conservative care in house, including injections and anti-inflammatory medication.
- Imaging
- Windhaven Medical Imaging. 3T MRI on site, often the same day as your visit.
- Surgery center
- Windhaven Ambulatory Surgery Center. Outpatient surgery with the team that diagnosed you. Most patients go home the same day.
What happens after you reach out
You request a visit or call
In most cases, we can see you the same day.
You send what you have
Send us any prior imaging. No imaging yet? We can do it here.
You meet your care team
Dr. Mignucci or physician assistants Brian Norris and Heather Baxter examine you and explain what they see.
You leave with a plan
Conservative care first when it makes sense. Surgery, if needed, happens at our on-site surgery center.
Meet Dr. Luis Mignucci
Dr. Mignucci founded Neurospine Surgical Consultants in 2001 and has practiced neurosurgery for more than 36 years. He reviews your imaging with you and walks through every reasonable option before recommending one.
- Neurosurgical training
- University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine
- Spine fellowship
- Cleveland Clinic Foundation
- Specialized training
- National Hospital for Nervous Diseases, University of London
- Board certification
- American Board of Neurological Surgery and American Board of Spine Surgery
He works alongside physician assistants Brian Norris, PA-C, with him for nearly 20 years, and Heather Baxter, PA-C, with him for more than 10.
What patients say
Rated 4.4 of 5 across 29 Google reviews. Shared as written; individual results vary.
Read more reviewsNamed a D Magazine Best Doctor every year from 2002 through 2025, and one of D Magazine’s Best Doctors in Collin County 2026. A LivingWell 2026 Top Doc in neurosurgery and spine surgery. Member of AANS, AMA, Congress of Neurological Surgeons, North American Spine Society, and Texas Association of Neurological Surgeons.
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Currently in week three of recovery and so far couldn’t be happier. Beautiful stitching. Just remember. Healing is slow. … Thanks Dr Mignucci.
Mo M. · 5 of 5 stars on Google · 4 years ago
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Excellent service from the front office to the back office. As a medical professional myself, I tend to be more analytical of how doctor’s offices are run. …
Ashley D. · 5 of 5 stars on Google · a year ago
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Excellent surgeon staff and facility
Ellen M. · 5 of 5 stars on Google · a year ago
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