Dr. Gulumser Kiziltas Tokmak
Neurologist
Hisar Intercontinental Hospital , Istanbul, Turkey22 Years of experience
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Neurologist
Hisar Intercontinental Hospital , Istanbul, Turkey22 Years of experience
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. Gulumser Kiziltas Tokmak treats are:
The neurologist treats diseases that affect the nervous system, such as: infections (viral, bacterial, fungal) Cancers (benign, malignant) Neurological diseases are common, and the risks of developing them increase with age.
A primary care physician usually refers a patient to a neurologist in case they experience any of the following symptoms:
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.
The working hours of doctor Gulumser Kiziltas Tokmak is 10 am to 4 pm from Monday to Saturday. The doctor has an off on Sunday. You should always confirm the availability of the doctor before you visit him/her. This is because, sometimes, the doctor is out of the station or might be occupied in some emergencies.
The list of popular procedures that Dr Gulumser Kiziltas Tokmak performs is given below::
The condition of the patient is accessed completely by the doctor before performing any procedure to understand the risk associated with the procedure. The neurologist is popular for their high success rate and patient-centric approach which helps fast recovery of the patient. With vast experience in performing even the most complex cases with high precision and accuracy, the doctor follows medical protocols in order to ensure patient safety.
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A neurologist is a specialist who diagnoses and treats conditions of the spinal cord, brain, and nerves. This could include muscle diseases as well as disorders that affect thinking and behavior. A neurologist has completed specialist training after becoming a doctor. 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 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.
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::
Sometimes, you might need to have some more tests for the accurate diagnosis of neurological disorders. These tests are:
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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