Neurosurgeon Daniel Couture Joined Novant Health

Board-certified surgeon Dr. Daniel Couture has joined the team at Novant Health Brain and Spine in Winston-Salem.

Updated on Oct. 12, 2026 in People

Neurosurgeon Daniel Couture Joined Novant Health

Dr. Daniel Couture, a board-certified neurosurgeon with 25 years of medical experience in the Triad, has joined Novant Health Brain and Spine. He brings extensive expertise in pediatric neurological surgery to the Winston-Salem practice.

Why it matters

The addition of a surgeon with long-standing experience in the region expands specialized neurosurgical care options for local patients. His background includes leadership roles at the Wake Forest School of Medicine.

Dr. Couture offers 25 years of medical experience to the Triad community. Patients can schedule appointments by calling 336-765-6637.

The players

Daniel Couture

He is a board-certified neurosurgeon who previously served as the endowed chair of pediatric neurosurgery at Wake Forest School of Medicine.

Novant Health Brain and Spine

This is a medical practice located in Winston-Salem that provides specialized neurological and spinal surgical care.

The details

Dr. Couture holds a medical degree from the University of Virginia School of Medicine and completed a pediatric neurological surgery fellowship at Primary Children's Medical Center. He previously served as the endowed chair of pediatric neurosurgery at Wake Forest School of Medicine.

Timeline

  1. October 12, 2026: Announcement of the appointment.

Market Landscape

The move aligns with the regional trend of centralizing specialized medical expertise within large health systems like Novant Health. It positions the practice to leverage his long-standing professional relationships across the Triad.

Patients in Winston-Salem can now access Dr. Couture for neurosurgical consultations through the Novant Health network. Appointments can be scheduled directly via the health system's website.

The takeaway

Patients seeking neurosurgical care should verify which insurance plans are accepted at the new location before scheduling. Utilizing the online portal can provide the most efficient route for securing an initial visit.

Further reading

Learn more about local industry moves in the People section.

More information

To book a consultation, visit the Novant Health Brain and Spine appointment page.

Source note: This article includes information reported by The Stokes News.