Peter Basta, MD, FAANS

POSITION

Neurosurgeon

AREAS OF SPECIALTY

• Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) for Movement Disorders such as Essential Tremor Parkinson’s Disease
• Benign and Malignant Brain Tumor Surgery
• Skull Base Neurosurgery
• Cerebrovascular Surgery including Aneurysm and Arteriovenous Malformation (AVM) Treatment
• Trigeminal Neuralgia
• Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery
• Degenerative Spinal disorders
• Surgical Treatment of Spinal Tumors
• Peripheral Nerve Surgery (such as carpal tunnel syndrome)
• Gamma Knife Radiosurgery
• Hydrocephalus
• Endoscopic Neurosurgery
• Trauma and neuro-critical care

Dr. Peter Basta is a board-certified neurosurgeon with more than 15 years of experience, providing advanced surgical care for complex brain and spine conditions. Known for his thoughtful, meticulous approach, Dr. Basta specializes in treating patients with challenging neurological disorders using both minimally invasive and highly specialized techniques. His clinical expertise includes movement disorder surgery such as deep brain stimulation (DBS), brain and spinal tumors, cerebrovascular conditions including aneurysms and arteriovenous malformations (AVMs), skull base surgery, and complex spinal disorders. He also has extensive experience with Gamma Knife radiosurgery, endoscopic neurosurgery, and peripheral nerve conditions.

Dr. Basta completed medical school at the Medical College of Wisconsin, followed by neurosurgery residency at Saint Louis University. He then pursued advanced fellowship training in cerebrovascular and skull base neurosurgery at the Indianapolis Neurosurgical Group. Patients appreciate Dr. Basta’s calm, thorough communication style and his focus on helping them understand their condition and treatment options. His goal is not only to perform technically excellent surgery, but to create a plan that aligns with each patient’s needs, values, and long-term outcomes.

Dr. Basta has been with Midwest Neurosurgery Associates since 2007 and is an active member of the American Association of Neurological Surgeons, the Congress of Neurological Surgeons, and regional neurosurgical societies. He is board certified in neurological surgery.