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Neurosurgeon
Apollo Multispecialty Hospitals , Kolkata, India22 Years of experience
Speaks: English
A doctor who diagnoses and treats brain and nervous system conditions is called a neurologist. Neurology is a branch of medicine that deals with the whole brain and nervous system, so, neurologists have the ability to treat a number of conditions related to the brain. " Some of the conditions neurologist Dr. S N Singh treats are:
The neurologist evaluates the condition of patients completely to know the reason of the illness. The neurological disorders are either cancers (benign, malignant) or infections (caused by fungus, virus, bacteria). The risk of developing these diseases increases with age.
You must see a neurologist if you have any of the below-listed symptoms of the brain and nervous system conditions.:
Besides the above symptoms, if a person experiences issues with their senses like touch, smell, and touch, they should consult a Neurologist, as disorders of the nervous system can also cause sensory dysfunction.
If you wish to seek consultation from doctor S N Singh, you can visit him between 10 am and 4 pm (Monday to Saturday). The doctor doesn’t work on Sunday. Always call the doctor or his attendant to confirm his/her availability because the doctor may not be available due to some personal reasons or any emergencies.
Dr S N Singh performs a number of popular procedures listed below::
Having performed a record number of successful brain and spine procedures with a high success rate, the neurologist has received worldwide recognition for their patient-centric approach and holistic approach. Patient safety is the top priority for the doctor who follows all medical protocols and provides care of international standards.
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A doctor who specializes in diagnosing and treating the diseases of the brain, spinal cord, and nerves, is called a neurologist. They have to complete compulsory training after becoming a doctor, to have expertise in their specialization area. Due to complex nature of the nervous system, neurologists mainly focus on treating some populations of people with specific neurological diseases. After completing their residency training, neurologists spend a few years in fellowship programs where they get experience in their subspecialty. Neurologists always try to know the cause of a condition before starting treatment. For this, they conduct different tests and procedures in order to diagnose and treat neurological disorders.
There are certain tests that you need to get done before and after consultation with a neurologist so that they can evaluate the overall condition of the patient and start appropriate treatment. The tests that help neurologists diagnose underlying neurological disorders are listed below::
Sometimes, you might need to have some more tests for the accurate diagnosis of neurological disorders. These tests are:
You need to visit a neurologist if you show any of the following signs:
Chronic headaches: If you suffer from migraine headaches, you need to consult a neurologist, especially when the signs are related to neurological deficits.
Chronic pain: In case of severe pain, your primary care doctor will refer you to a neurologist who will find out if there are some other underlying conditions for the symptoms.
Dizziness: If you experience vertigo or have difficulty maintain your balance, you should immediately see a neurologist as these can happen due to some serious conditions.
Numbness or tingling Numbness is usually experienced on one side of the body and can lead to a stroke.
Movement problems If you experience difficulty in shuffling your feet or feel tremors, see a neurologist.