Neurologist ·
NMC Royal Hospital, Khalifa City , Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
10 Years of experience ·
Languages Spoken: English ,Hindi
Specialises in:
Dr. Shobhit Sinha is a highly qualified professional in the field of Neurology. He obtained his undergraduate Medicine degree (MBBS) from the University of Mumbai, India. Later, he finished his Neurology Residency from Southern Illinois University School of Medicine & Affiliated Hospitals, Springfield IL, USA, following which he concluded a Fellowship training in Clinical Neurophysiology & Epilepsy from Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN, USA.
Dr. Sinha used to work as a faculty and Staff Neurologist at West Virginia School of Medicine, Morgantown, WV. Furthermore, he was employed at King Fahad Medical City, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia as Neurology Staff and Director of Comprehensive Epilepsy Center. He is a Diplomate American Board (ABPN) in Neurology and Clinical Neurophysiology. In addition to this, he is a Fellow of the Royal College of Physician of Ireland (FRCPI). He is a member of the American Academy of Neurology and the International League against Epilepsy Faculty of 1000.
Dr. Sinha has presented at various international medical conferences and also has several peer-reviewed publications. He has worked as a reviewer for multiple Medical Journals. Moreover, he is an examiner for the Department of Health, Abu Dhabi, and Royal College of Physician of Ireland. Dr. Sinha has a special interest in treating adult patients with intractable Epilepsy, Stroke and degenerative brain diseases.
Neurologists are specialists who have received special training in diagnosing and treating brain and nervous system conditions. As neurology is a broad speciality area that deals with the entire nervous system and brain, a neurologist is able to diagnose and treat a variety of neurological disorders. Some of these specialists also go for further study to have specialization in a specific branch of neurology. Some of the conditions neurologist Dr. Shobhit Sinha treats are:
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.
You must see a neurologist if you have any of the below-listed symptoms of the brain and nervous system conditions.:
People who have problems with their senses may also see a Neurologist because sensory dysfunction can be caused by disorders of the nervous system.
If you wish to seek consultation from doctor Shobhit Sinha, you can visit him between 10 am and 4 pm (Monday to Saturday). The doctor doesn’t work on Sunday. Although the doctor is mostly available at the given time, call the doctor or his assistant to confirm his availability.
The list of popular procedures that Dr Shobhit Sinha performs is given 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 neurologist is a doctor who has received training in diagnosing and treating conditions of the spinal cord, brain, and nerves. These conditions could affect thinking and behavior. A neurologist has to undergo mandatory training after becoming a doctor. Neurologists enroll in a fellowship program to have deep experience in their specialty area because they are responsible for diagnosing and treating the complex conditions of the nervous system. Before starting any treatment, neurologists perform various tests to access the condition of the patient and find the cause of the disease.
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. Neurologists perform the below-given tests to confirm a condition(s) of the nervous system::
Below are some additional tests that are required for the diagnosis of the conditions of the nervous system.:
Here are some of the top symptoms that suggest you should consult a neurologist:
Headaches: Headaches can be common, and might happen sometimes as a result of fatigue, stress, and hunger. In case of persistent headaches, consult your doctor.
Change in Vision: Blurred loss of vision could result from the aging process, exposure to bright light, and an injury to the eye. But they can be a sign of more severe neurological conditions.
Dizziness: It is common to feel dizzy when you have a head cold. But chronic dizziness is not normal. This could be a sign of different ailments and should be evaluated.
Memory Loss: Mild forgetfulness is a normal symptom but when it begins to affect your everyday life, it is time to consult your doctor. Memory loss is a symptom of a number of neurological conditions.
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