Dr. Ankur Nanda

Conditions Treated by Dr. Ankur Nanda

Neurosurgeons are trained to treat people suffering aneurysms, blocked arteries, trauma to the brain and spine, birth defects, chronic low-back pain, brain and spinal cord cancer, and peripheral nerve problems. Neurosurgeons also do surgeries for carpal tunnel syndrome, spinal surgery, and brain tumor removal surgery. Here is a list of some of the conditions Dr. Ankur Nanda treats:

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

Signs and symptoms treated by Dr. Ankur Nanda

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.

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

The above symptoms appear mainly due to conditions that can adversely affect the nervous system. The symptoms can vary from person to person because the nervous system regulates different body functions. Symptoms can include all forms of pain.

Operating Hours of Dr. Ankur Nanda

Doctor Ankur Nanda is available from 11 am to 5 pm (Monday to Saturday). The doctor is not available on Sunday. Although the doctor is mostly available during operating hours, you should check with the doctor for his availability and then visit his clinic/hospital.

Popular Procedures performed by Dr. Ankur Nanda

Dr Ankur Nanda is a renowned neurosurgeon who performs a number of popular procedures mentioned below::

• Spinal Fusion
• Microdiscectomy
• Disc Replacement ( Cervical /Lumber)
• Scoliosis Surgery
• Laminectomy

Dr. Ankur Nanda 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.

Qualification

• M.S.(Orthopaedics), NHL Municipal Medical College, Ahmedabad, 2003-2006.
• M.B.B.S, BJ Medical College, Ahmedabad, 1997–2003

Past Experiences

• Consultant Spine Surgeon, ISIC, New Delhi, 2009 onwards.
• Consultant Spine Surgeon, SpeHospital, Ahmedabad, 2007-2008.
• Assistant Professor, PS MedicalCollege, Gujarat, 2006-2007