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  • “Dr. Governale successfully removed two brain tumors. To say that this was a terrifying experience would be an understatement. Dr. Governale was patient, understanding, compassionate and answered our questions, often the same question more than once, and he never got impatient. I feel that we could not have asked for a better doctor, and he was without question an answer to prayer! I highly recommend him!!!â€
  • “Dr. Blatt is awesome! My son loves him and appreciates the way he talks directly to him about his condition and treatments. We could not ask for a better doctor!â€
  • “Our son (16) was emergently brought to Children’s Hospital needing a tumor removed and hydrocephalus from the obstruction of the tumor. We were led every step of the way on what to expect and what our options were. The outcome is amazing, and our son is home and getting stronger every day! Thank you!!â€
  • “I cannot overstate how wonderful it is to be cared for by such a compassionate and competent physician. We are very fortunate to have Dr. Governale in Florida.â€
  • “Dr. Blatt is a compassionate and amazing doctor. One of the best doctors we have ever met.â€
  • “Dr. Governale is the best doctor I ever met, he always listens to my worries and always addresses both my parents with extreme kindness and respect. My dad doesn't speak English, but he still ensures that he's able to understand what he's saying and always addresses him directly.â€
  • “Dr. Blatt took his time and explained everything to me and my wife, answered our questions. He was professional, pleasant, informative and made sure we understood everything. Would definitely recommend him and this office.â€
  • “Dr. Governale is the best neurosurgeon you can get. He saved my life on numerous occasions. He is very reliable, and I have no issues putting 100% of my faith in him.â€
  • “Our overall stay was great, and I am so happy with the outcome of my daughter's surgery. Dr. Ching and Dr. Governale are the best of the best.â€
  • “Dr. Governale is an amazing doctor in all areas: bedside, knowledge, and skill. We are so thankful for him and all that he has done to save our son's life. He is a very rare find, and we are so thankful he is at ÍøºìºÚÁÏ.â€
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ÍøºìºÚÁÏ Shands Children’s Hospital ranks among the nation’s top hospitals in many specialties.

Appointments/Referrals

At ÍøºìºÚÁÏ Shands Children’s Hospital, every child diagnosed with a condition requiring neurosurgical expertise is cared for with an individualized treatment plan. We see patients within just a few days for non-emergency cases and within 24 hours for urgent cases.

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Phone Numbers

  • New Patient Appointments
    (352) 273-6990
  • Main Office
    (352) 273-9000