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BIOGRAPHY

Conditions treated by Dr. Sevinc Umit

Neurologists are medical professionals who can diagnose and treat diseases of the brain and spine. Since neurology covers the whole brain and nervous system, neurologists are trained to diagnose and treat a number of neurological disorders. Many neurologists also study a specific part of neurology after completing their residency training. Some of the conditions neurologist Dr. Sevinc Umit treats are:

  • Erb's Palsy
  • Encephalitis
  • Reye Syndrome
  • Brachial Plexus Injuries - Brachial Plexus Injury At Bith
  • Epilepsy
  • Brachial Plexus Rupture
  • Meningitis
  • Brain Stroke
  • Neurosyphilis
  • Brachial Plexus Avulsion
  • Brain Cancer
  • Myelitis

The diseases that the neurologist diagnoses and treats can be: Cancers (benign, malignant) infections (fungal, viral, bacterial). These diseases are common and the chance of developing them increases with age.

Signs and Symptoms treated by Dr. Sevinc Umit

You must see a neurologist if you have any of the below-listed symptoms of the brain and nervous system conditions.:

  • Writing changes
  • Rigid muscles
  • Slowed movement (bradykinesia)
  • Problems with sexual, bowel and bladder function
  • Changes in smell or taste
  • Fatigue
  • Temporary vision loss
  • Dizziness
  • Tremor (shaking, usually begins in a limb, often your hand or fingers)
  • Ringing in your ears (tinnitus)
  • Impaired posture and balance
  • Memory Loss
  • Tingling or pain in parts of your body
  • Speech changes (Slurred speech)
  • Loss of automatic movements

A person can also have problems with his/her senses due to sensory dysfunction. In such cases, they should also consult a neurologist to seek treatment.

Operating Hours of Dr. Sevinc Umit

If you wish to seek consultation from doctor Sevinc Umit, 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.

Popular Procedures performed by Dr Sevinc Umit

Some of the popular procedures that Dr Sevinc Umit performs are::

  • Brachial Plexus Injuries/Stereotactic Procedures

The doctor is committed to delivering quality care to his patients. The neurologist has performed a large number of procedures with a high success rate and adheres to medical protocols to ensure patient safety and speedy recovery..The doctor has rich experience in performing complex cases with accuracy. The specialist is proficient in using the latest techniques to perform the procedures and ensures that the patient recovers quickly.

Qualification

  • Graduated Varna University 1985
  • Training Varna University 1987

Past Experiences

  • Currently associated with Medicana Avcilar.
  • Global Team of Board Certified Surgeons and Medical Specialists
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RESEARCH PAPERS AND PUBLICATIONS (3)

  • Transient weakness and compound muscle action potential decrement in Mytoniacongenital.
  • Electrical mytonia in heterozygous carriers of recesive Mytoniacongenita.
  • An observational study in naturalisttic setting on the efficacy of Memantine on behavoiral symptoms of Alzheimers Disease Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine.

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PROCEDURES

  • Brachial Plexus Injuries/Stereotactic Procedures

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What area of specialization does Dr. Sevinc Umit have?
Dr. Sevinc Umit is a specialized Neurologist and is one of the most sought after doctors in Istanbul, Turkey.
Does Dr. Sevinc Umit offer Telemedicine Consultation through Medigence?
No, this doctor does not offer telemedicine via MediGence
How many years of experience does Dr. Sevinc Umit have?
Dr. Sevinc Umit is one of the most sought after specialists in Turkey and has over 33 Years years of experience.

FAQ's Related to Neurologist

What does a Neurologist do?

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. This specialty is concerned with conditions that are linked to life and death scenarios owing to which the technologies and techniques in this field have advanced rapidly. Neurologists are also trained to perform a number of diagnostic tests to know the cause of a disease of the nervous system. Based on the tests, neurologists start treatment for a particular condition.

What are the tests required before and during consultation for Neurologist?

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. Some of the screening tests required before and during a consultation with a neurologist are:

  • Physical Exam
  • Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)
  • Carotid Iltrasound
  • Cerebral Angiogram
  • Echocardiogram
  • Computerized tomography (CT) scan
  • Blood Tests

Sometimes, you might need to have some more tests for the accurate diagnosis of neurological disorders. These tests are:

  1. Angiography
  2. Biopsy Cerebrospinal fluid analysis
  3. Electroencephalography
  4. Electromyography
  5. Electronystagmography
  6. Evoked potentials
  7. Myelography
  8. polysomnogram
  9. Thermography
When should you go to see a Neurologist

These are the five signs that signal that it is time to visit a neurologist