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OVERVIEW

University Neurosurgery treats a broad spectrum of adult spinal and brain disorders. Our focus is on minimally invasive, state of the art spine and brain surgery. In addition to standard neurosurgical and microsurgical techniques, we employ minimally invasive techniques such as Metrix percutaneous discectomy, Sextant percutaneous pedicle screw fixation, image-guided brain and spine surgery, endoscopic pituitary surgery, X-stop interspinous process decompression, and kyphoplasty. We utilize Cyberknife radiosurgery to treat certain brain and spinal tumors as well as selected cases of trigeminal neuralgia. Dr. Killleffer has practiced neurosurgery in Knoxville for eleven years. Prior to moving to Knoxville, he was a full-time member of the academic faculty of the Department of Neurosurgery at West Virginia University, where he served as Instructor of Neurosurgery. Dr. Killeffer is currently the Chief of the Division of Neurosurgeon in the Department of Surgery at the University of …Tennessee Graduate School of Medicine where he teaches the surgical residents and medical students. He practices at both University of Tennessee Medical Center and Fort Sanders Regiona Medical Center and is an MD Anderson Cancer Center Credentialed Physician. He has been a compensated consultant for Medtronic Spine and is engaged in active collaborative research invoving head injury and intracranial pressure with scientists at Oak Ridge National Laboratory.
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PATIENT'S PERSPECTIVE

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Takes time to answer my questions
Provides follow-up as needed
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RATINGS AND REVIEWS

Dr. Killeffer's Rating
5.0
Patient Perspective
5.0 Explains conditions and treatments
5.0 Takes time to answer my questions
5.0 Provides follow-up as needed
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1932 Alcoa Hwy Ste 360 Bldg C, Knoxville, TN, 37920
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Neurosurgical Associates
1932 Alcoa Hwy Ste 360 Bldg C
Knoxville, TN, 37920
20 REVIEWS
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"Dr. Killeffer is very personable and professional in his demeanor. He relates to patients in a way that is easily understandable. He is thorough in explaining available options and is straightforward in addressing risks vs. benefits. If I had an issue, it would be that the doctor sometimes has to be asked the right question to get a complete understanding of the situation. "
  • August 18, 2024
"Although there isn't much that can be done for me I felt the doctor was very professional. "
  • August 12, 2024
"Dr. Killeffer has been the most personable neurosurgeons we have had. He is very down to earth in explaining everything. He is transparent and honest about prognosis. Highly recommend Dr. Killefer! Thank you!"
  • August 8, 2024
"Dr. Killeffer is an excellent neurosurgeon but of equal importance he is a thoughtful, caring physician. He views surgery as one element in the treatment of his patient, applying operative intervention when the risk-benefit relationship is appropriately favorable. An excellent communicator, his focus is on the patient as an individual. He never gives the impression of being under a time constraint."
  • June 30, 2024
"Excellent doctor!! The best at explaining your problem and options, and very informative."
  • June 9, 2024
"Dr. Killeffer is a fantastic physician! Very caring and very informative. "
  • May 28, 2024
"He listens and is a great doctor"
  • May 28, 2024
"He was attentive to my comments and answered my questions in a manner I could understand (i.e., without using a lot of technical jargon)."
  • May 26, 2024
"Dr. Killeffer is a talented and personable physician who restored my quality of life."
  • May 5, 2024
"Dr. Killefer is a top notch physician. He takes the time to listen and recommend alternatives for treatment. A talented surgeon who provides excellent outcomes. "
  • March 7, 2024
"Dr. Killeffer saved my life after an accident! Need I say more! He is knowledgeable, skilled, and personable, everything you would expect in a surgeon. "
  • March 3, 2024
"Very good!!! He made me feel right at home! Look forward to seeing him again!"
  • February 22, 2024
"Dr. Killifer was very knowledgeable and thorough . He was also very personable. I highly recommend Dr Killifer."
  • February 19, 2024
"Good "
  • February 12, 2024
"He was my second opinion, and I am so glad I chose him. Probably saved me from a very bad outcome."
  • January 11, 2024
"Dr. Killifer is an excellent surgeon who does not recommend surgery unless the benefit is greater than the risk. He repaired a lumbar disc that I had herniated a year and a half ago and did a great job. Just saw him recently, with some cervical spinal stenosis that he explained that the risks may be better than the benefits unless symptoms worsen. He is my go to guy for anything related to the spine. He also has some excellent interventional pain management docs. "
  • January 11, 2024
"Caring, understanding and informative. "
  • November 23, 2023
"great doctor"
  • November 1, 2023
"Doctor Killeffer is very thorough in explaining the results of X-rays and/or MRIs and then detailing the treatment(s) available to his patient. He is straightforward in presenting one or more options for treatment (nonsurgical and surgical) to his patients and the reasonable outcomes one could expect. I would and have recommended him to others having back problems and would trust his judgment in any evaluation and treatment."
  • October 20, 2023
"Dr.Killeffer is very thorough. He goes the extra mile to make sure the patient gets proper care."
  • July 24, 2023

LOCATIONS

Neurosurgical Associates
Neurosurgical Associates Pc
1932 Alcoa Hwy Ste 360 Bldg C
Knoxville, TN, 37920
  • Accepting New Patients
  • Medicare Accepted
  • Medicaid Accepted
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
  • Accepting New Patients
  • Medicare Accepted
  • Medicaid Accepted
Neurosurgical Associates
Neurosurgical Associates Pc
2100 Clinch Ave Ste 110
Knoxville, TN, 37916
Tel: (865) 524-1869
  • Accepting New Patients
  • Medicare Accepted
  • Medicaid Accepted
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
  • Accepting New Patients
  • Medicare Accepted
  • Medicaid Accepted
Vista Radiology PC
Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center
1901 W Clinch Ave
Knoxville, TN, 37916
Tel: (865) 541-1111
University Of Tennessee Medical Center
1924 Alcoa Hwy
Knoxville, TN, 37920
Tel: (865) 305-9000

CONDITIONS TREATED

PROCEDURES PERFORMED

CERTIFICATIONS & EDUCATION

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School
University Of Tennessee Health Science Center College Of Medicine
Graduated 1991
Residency
West Virginia University Hospital
West Virginia University Hospital

INSURANCE PLANS ACCEPTED  (39)

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  • UHC Choice Plus POS
  • CIGNA PPO
  • PHCS PPO
  • Humana Choice POS
  • BCBS Blue Card PPO
  • Multiplan PPO
  • UHC Navigate POS
  • BCBS TN Blue Network E
  • CIGNA HMO
  • CIGNA LocalPlus
  • BCBS TN Blue Network S
  • CIGNA Open Access Plus
  • UHC Navigate HMO
  • Humana ChoiceCare Network PPO
  • Humana Knoxville PPOx
  • First Health PPO
  • UHC Options PPO
  • Humana National POS
  • Aetna Choice POS II
  • Aetna Managed Choice POS Open Access
  • Aexcel PPO
  • Blue Network P
  • MEDICA CHOICE WITH UNITEDHEALTHC
  • UHC NAVIGATE PLUS POS
  • UHC Nexus Open Access
  • Aetna APCN Open Access Aetna Select
  • Aetna Elect Choice EPO Open Access
  • Aetna Innovation Health Aetna Premier Care Network Plus
  • Aetna Open Choice PPO
  • BCBS TN Blue Network L
  • BCBS TN Blue Network P
  • BCBSA Blue Card High Performance Network
  • Bright Health Plan - Employer
  • Bright Health Plan Individual & Family
  • Cigna Connect - TN
  • Humana / ChoiceCare Network PPO
  • Humana/ChoiceCare+ Network PPO
  • Medica Choice With UHC
  • Humana HMO Premier

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Languages Spoken
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