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operates on brains.

also, sometimes, on the periferal nerves.

Neurosurgery is the field of medical surgery that deals with the nurvous system. This includes the brain, spine, and major and periferal nerves. It is a particularly difficult specialty that requires a great deal of training and knowledge.

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