Phone Number

(303) 515-2320

Englewood, CO

701 E Hampden Ave #110, Englewood, CO 80113

Dr. Eric J. Arias, MD

Denver Neurosurgeon

Compassionate, relatable, and engaging,Dr. Eric J. Arias, MD, is a board-certified neurosurgeon serving Denver and the surrounding communities from his Englewood office. Known for his compassionate care and clear communication, Dr. Arias helps patients regain mobility and return to active, fulfilling lives through advanced brain and spine treatments.

Working hand-in-hand with patients and their loved ones, Dr. Arias guides each person through a thoughtful and comprehensive treatment process—surgical or non-surgical—delivered in a way that’s easy to understand.

 

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Dr. Eric J. Arias, MD

Neurosurgeon

Compassionate, relatable, and engaging. Dr. Arias is focused on returning patients to an active and fulfilling lifestyle.

Working as a team along with his patients and loved ones, Dr. Arias navigates through all possible surgical and non-surgical options in a comprehensible manner to develop a thorough treatment plan.

Compassionate, Relatable, Engaging

Neurosurgeon

Expertise in Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery in Denver

 

Dr. Arias runs a robust spine surgery practice in Englewood, Colorado. Specializing in neck and lower back disorders, Dr. Arias prioritizes conservative and minimally invasive techniques. His goal is to preserve motion and avoid spinal fusion whenever possible, using innovative solutions like disc replacement to speed recovery and maintain flexibility.

 Recognized as a Castle Connolly and 5280 Magazine Top Doctor in Neurosurgery (2024 & 2025), Dr. Arias is known for his compassionate approach, surgical precision, and commitment to advancing the field of neurosurgery.

Dr. Arias combines surgical precision with a patient-first approach. His dual training in neurosurgery and endovascular neuroradiology allows him to offer both traditional and minimally invasive options for complex brain and spine conditions—all from one trusted source.

Dr. Arias is a recognized specialist in treating brain tumors, including meningiomas, glioblastomas, and pituitary tumors. Using minimally invasive, hair preserving approaches, Dr. Arias can achieve gross total resection of some of the most complex tumors. For appropriate tumors, Dr. Arias can offer Gamma Knife stereotactic radiosurgery, and endoscopic approaches.

Patients with lesions affecting the blood vessels of the brain and neck, such as aneurysms, arteriovenous malformations (AVMs), and carotid stenosis, greatly benefit from Dr. Arias’ sub-specialized training.

Comprehensive Treatment for Vascular Lesions in Denver

Patients with aneurysms, arteriovenous malformations (AVMs), or carotid stenosis benefit from Dr. Arias’ rare expertise. Unlike most specialists who offer either open surgery or endovascular procedures, Dr. Arias provides both, ensuring an unbiased, personalized treatment plan for every patient in the Denver area.

 

Specialized Brain Tumor Care in Denver

Dr. Arias is a recognized leader in the Denver neurosurgery community, specializingin treating challenging brain tumors, including meningiomas, glioblastomas, and pituitary tumors. He uses minimally invasive, hair-preserving techniques to achieve complete tumor removal when possible and offers advanced options such as Gamma Knife radiosurgery and endoscopic approaches for select cases.

 

A Denver Neurosurgeon's Journey

Beyond his clinical work, Dr. Arias volunteers his neurosurgical expertise to children in the Dominican Republic. At home in Colorado, he enjoys snowboarding, cycling, and hiking with his Bernese Mountain Dog. His philosophy is simple: guide patients through every option—surgical and non-surgical—with clarity and compassion.

Dr. Arias walks patients through all surgical and non-surgical options to build personalized treatment plans.

Recognized as a Top Doctor in Neurosurgery by Castle Connolly and 5280 Magazine in both 2024 and 2025, Dr. Arias is known for his compassionate approach, surgical precision, and commitment to advancing the field of neurosurgery. His dual training in neurosurgery and endovascular neuroradiology allows him to offer both traditional and minimally invasive treatment options for complex brain and spine conditions.

Click through the Conditions & Treatments below to learn more and see before-and-after images from patients in Denver, Englewood, and beyond:

Cervical Radiculopathy

When individual nerves are compressed, either by a herniated disc, bone spurs, or thickened ligament, the patient will develop symptoms...

Cervical Myelopathy

When the spinal cord is squeezed, signals from the brain cannot travel appropriately and reach the arms and legs. Symptoms include difficulty walking...

Cervical Deformity

Cervical deformity occurs when advanced degenerative changes cause the spine to lose its normal shape...

Brain Aneurysms

A brain aneurysm is a balloon or outpouching that forms on the wall of an artery. Just like a balloon, an aneurysm can burst, which causes bleeding around the brain...

Arteriovenous Malformation (AVM)

An arteriovenous malformation (AVM) is a tangle of blood vessels within the brain. The vast majority of these lesions are present from birth...

Moyamoya Disease

Moyamoya disease is a process where arteries in the brain narrow over time and eventually block off. The brain compensates by creating small blood vessels...

Cavernous Malformation

A cavernous malformation is a small lesion within the brain that can ooze blood. When this happens, it can damage the surrounding brain tissue...

Glioma

A glioma is a tumor that starts from cells within the brain. Many different types of tumors fall under the category of glioma...

Meningioma

A meningioma is a growth that arises from the lining of the brain, called the dura. These lesions tend to be benign...