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BIOGRAPHY

Conditions Treated by Dr. Arun Sharma

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. Arun Sharma treats:

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

Signs and symptoms treated by Dr. Arun Sharma

Some of the signs and symptoms of neurological disorders are listed below. Consult your doctor/neurosurgeons if you experience any of these symptoms. Early detection of the condition can help control the severity of the symptoms and can be effectively treated. The below symptoms should be discussed with a neurosurgeon who will advise required diagnostic tests and start appropriate treatment.

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

Neurological disorders can cause mixed symptoms, such as difficulties in moving, speaking, learning, swallowing, breathing. According to brain specialists, there are more than 600 neurologic diseases that cause mild to severe symptoms. Having a neurological disease could have a deep impact on the patient’s life. It is very important that a person should seek medical advice from a neurologist.

Operating Hours of Dr. Arun Sharma

If you wish to see Dr Arun Sharma 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. Arun Sharma

Some of the popular procedures that Dr Arun Sharma perform are given below::

  • Microdiscectomy
  • Brain Cancer Treatment
  • Scoliosis Surgery
  • Spinal Fusion
  • Brain Tumour Treatment
  • Craniotomy

One of the eminent neurosurgeons in the world, Dr. Arun Sharma has specialized in the surgical treatment of diseases of the nervous system. The doctor works with a team of highly experienced physicians and can handle even the most complex with quite an ease. The neurosurgeon follows all medical protocols to ensure patient safety.

Qualification

  • MBBS
  • M.S. General Surgery
  • M.Ch. Neurosurgery

Past Experiences

  • Consultant Neurosurgery Saket City Hospital, New Delhi
  • Consultant Neurosurgery Maharaja Agrasen Hospital, Punjabi Bagh, New Delhi
  • Visiting Consultant Neurosurgery- Institute of Liver and Biliary Sciences, Government of Delhi
  • Senior Registrar – G. B. Pant Hospital
  • Senior Registrar – L.N.J.P. Hospital, Government of Delhi & Dr R.M.L. Hospital, New Delhi
  • Global Team of Board Certified Surgeons and Medical Specialists
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CERTIFICATIONS (2)

  • Fellowship Center For Image-Guided Neurosurgery (UPMC, Pittsburgh, USA)
  • Fellowship Pediatric Neurosurgery, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, Maryland, USA

MEMBERSHIPS (3)

  • Delhi Neurological Association
  • Neurological Society of India
  • Congress of Neurological Surgeons, USA

RESEARCH PAPERS AND PUBLICATIONS (2)

  • Delayed Brain Abscess after embolization of AVM, Report of two cases and review of literature.
  • Posttraumatic Carotid-Cavernous Fistula associated with evolving contralateral internal carotid artery Pseudoaneurysm.

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PROCEDURES

  • Brain Cancer Treatment
  • Brain Tumour Treatment
  • Craniotomy
  • Microdiscectomy
  • Scoliosis Surgery
  • Spinal Fusion

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What area of specialization does Dr. Arun Sharma have?
Dr. Arun Sharma is a specialized Neurosurgeon and is one of the most sought after doctors in New Delhi, India.
Does Dr. Arun Sharma offer Telemedicine Consultation through Medigence?
No, this doctor does not offer telemedicine via MediGence
How many years of experience does Dr. Arun Sharma have?
Dr. Arun Sharma is one of the most sought after specialists in India and has over 17 Years years of experience.

FAQ's Related to Neurosurgeon

What does a Neurosurgeon do?

Dr. Arun Sharma 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 are regarded as highly trained specialists who perform some of the most critical surgeries on the brain and spine. The nervous system being the most complicated part of the body needs great precision and accuracy while performing surgery. Neurosurgeons also may also consult other specialists and medical professionals as per the requirement of surgery.

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 exam or a neuro exam is the evaluation of an individual’s nervous system to know how well it is functioning and find out an underlying condition. A neurological exam may include:

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

Below are some tests that a neurosurgeon may recommend for the diagnosis of the conditions of the nervous system.:

  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?

Here are some of the top signs that suggest you should consult a neurosurgeon:

  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.