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BIOGRAPHY

Conditions Treated by Dr. Ajith Jose

A neurosurgeon is a doctor who specializes in the diagnosis as well as surgical treatment of conditions of the central and peripheral nervous system, such as congenital anomalies, infections of the brain or spine, stroke, trauma, tumors, vascular disorders, or degenerative diseases of the spine. Here is a list of some of the conditions Dr. Ajith Jose treats:

  • Ankle Arthritis
  • Disc Bulge
  • Vertebral Tumors
  • Disc Degeneration
  • Tremors
  • Achondroplasia
  • Oligodendrogliomas
  • Spondylolisthesis
  • Vertebral Compression Fractures
  • Pinched Nerve
  • Fractured Vertebra
  • Hydrocephalus
  • Torn Anterior Cruciate Ligament
  • Brain Abscess
  • Csf Obstruction
  • Paget'S Disease
  • High Intracranial Pressure
  • Disc Pain
  • Herniated Disc
  • Vertebral Hemangioma
  • Traumatic Head Injury
  • Brain Tumor
  • Stroke
  • Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
  • Dementia
  • Ankle Injury or Trauma
  • Dystonia
  • Meningiomas
  • Multiple Sclerosis
  • Brain Cancers
  • Slip Disc
  • Astrocytoma
  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Chronic Depression
  • Acoustic Neuroma
  • Glioma
  • Huntington's Disease
  • Brain Infection
  • Ankle Fracture
  • Knee Pain
  • Disc Disease
  • Mixed Gliomas
  • Epilepsy
  • Disc Herniation
  • Disc Dessication
  • Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumors
  • Knee Injury
  • Cerebral Edema
  • Tourette's Syndrome
  • Spinal Tumor
  • Brain Tumor - Glioblastoma
  • Arteriovenous Malformation
  • Brain Cancers- Astrocytoma
  • Congenital Spine Disorders
  • Ependymomas
  • Aneurysm
  • Meningioma
  • Pituitary Adenoma
  • Spinal Arthritis
  • Meniscus Tear
  • Vertebral Osteoporosis
  • Spinal Stenosis
  • Scoliosis

Signs and symptoms treated by Dr. Ajith Jose

In case your body shows any of the below-given symptoms, go and see a neurosurgeon who will help diagnose the underlying conditions. Some conditions may be mild while others may require immediate attention. Proper diagnosis on time can prevent serious conditions.

  • “Pins and needles” feeling in your legs, toes or feet
  • Prominent scalp veins
  • Nausea or vomiting
  • Fatigue
  • Unusually large head size
  • Stiffness in the low back area
  • Muscle spasms either with activity or at rest
  • restricting range of motion
  • Seizures
  • Bulging and tense fontanelle or soft spot
  • Pain that worsens with movement; loss of movement
  • Headaches, which may be severe and worsen with activity or in the early morning
  • Inability to maintain normal posture due to stiffness and/or pain
  • Downward deviation of eyes or sunset sign
  • Numbness or weakness in your lower back, buttock, leg or feet
  • Moderate to severe pain in lower back, buttock and down your leg
  • Memory problems
  • Sleep problems
  • Drowsiness
  • Rapidly increasing head circumference

Neurologic symptoms are generally caused by a disorder that affects the nervous system and could vary greatly as the nervous system controls many various body functions. Symptoms can be all forms of pain and can involve muscle function, the special senses, sleep, awareness, and mental function.

Operating Hours of Dr. Ajith Jose

If you wish to see Dr Ajith Jose in his clinic/hospital, you can visit him between 11 am and 5 pm (Monday to Saturday). The doctor doesn’t work on Sunday. You should confirm the doctor’s availability you visit him. This is because, sometimes, the doctor is out of the station or might be occupied in some emergencies.

Popular Procedures performed by Dr. Ajith Jose

The popular procedures that Dr. Ajith Jose performs are listed below:

  • Microdiscectomy
  • Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Reconstruction
  • Laminectomy
  • Ankle Fusion Surgery
  • Knee Arthroscopy
  • Spinal Fusion
  • Meniscus Repair
  • Disc Replacement ( Cervical /Lumber)

Dr. Ajith Jose specializes in the surgical treatment of neurological disorders and has operated on a large number of diseases. The neurosurgeon has developed an excellent team of physicians to handle even the most complex cases with minimal invasion and the highest safety. The team includes neurosurgeons and neuroradiologists who are regional experts in the surgical treatment of neurological diseases.

Qualification

  • FRCS Trauma and Ortho Edinburgh, United Kingdom, Fellowship in Arthroplasty and Arthroscopy, Lourdes Hospital, India,
  • MS Orthopaedics from Government Medical College, Calicut, Kerala, India,
  • Diploma in Orthopaedics from Government medical college, Calicut, Kerala, India,
  • MRCS Edinburgh, United Kingdom, MBBS from Government Medical College, Thrissur, Kerala, India

Past Experiences

  • Currently working at Aster DM Healthcare
  • Global Team of Board Certified Surgeons and Medical Specialists
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MEMBERSHIPS (3)

  • Member of Indian Medical Association
  • Member of Kerala Orthopaedic Association.
  • Member of Arthroscopic Society of Kerala

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PROCEDURES

  • Ankle Fusion Surgery
  • Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Reconstruction
  • Disc Replacement ( Cervical /Lumber)
  • Knee Arthroscopy
  • Laminectomy
  • Meniscectomy
  • Meniscus Repair
  • Microdiscectomy
  • Spinal Fusion

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What area of specialization does Dr. Ajith Jose have?
Dr. Ajith Jose is a specialized Neurosurgeon and is one of the most sought after doctors in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
Does Dr. Ajith Jose offer Telemedicine Consultation through Medigence?
No, this doctor does not offer telemedicine via MediGence
How many years of experience does Dr. Ajith Jose have?
Dr. Ajith Jose is one of the most sought after specialists in United Arab Emirates and has over 18 Years years of experience.

FAQ's Related to Neurosurgeon

What does a Neurosurgeon do?

Dr. Ajith Jose is a renowned neurosurgeon who is known for his patient-centric approach and high success rate. The doctor evaluates the condition of the patient completely before performing any procedure to understand the risk associated with the procedure. 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. Also, the doctor is abreast with the latest techniques. Neurosurgeons work in different settings like private clinics and public or private hospitals. They often collaborate with other specialists and medical professionals as per the requirement of surgery. They also evaluate the condition of the patient before performing surgery in order to find the complications of the surgery, if any.

What are the tests required before and during consultation for Neurosurgeon

Diagnosis tests act as an important tool to find out the condition(s) a patient is suffering from. So, a neurosurgeon will ask you to get a few tests done so that they get to know the cause of the symptoms which further helps in finding the condition the patient is suffering from. Based on the diagnosis, the doctor can start appropriate treatment. A neurological examination may include the following:

  • Spinal MRI
  • CT Brain
  • MRI Brain
  • Physical Exam
  • Nerve conduction velocity studies/electromyography
  • Lumbar Puncture
  • Neurological exam
  • Spinal X-ray
  • Blood Tests
  • Myelogram

Some of the diagnostic tests required before and during a consultation with a neurosurgeon are::

  1. Cerebral Angiogram
  2. CT Myelogram
  3. CT Scans
  4. Lumbar Puncture
  5. MRI Scans
  6. X-ray Imaging
  7. Electroencephalogram
  8. Electromyogram
  9. Spinal tap CT
When should you go to see a neurosurgeon?

If you show the below symptoms, consult a neurosurgeon who will diagnose the condition and suggest the right treatment.

  1. Numbness and pain
  2. Weak grip
  3. Persistent headache/migraine
  4. Impaired movement
  5. Seizures
  6. Balance issues

Dealing with the entire nervous system, neurosurgeons treat all the parts of the body that are affected by nerve issues. They do complex surgeries on the brain. Before starting treatment, they diagnose patients' symptoms and design minimally invasive treatment plans.