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Conditions Treated by Dr. Ashwin Uday Borkar

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. Ashwin Uday Borkar treats:

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

Signs and symptoms treated by Dr. Ashwin Uday Borkar

Some of the signs and symptoms that neurological disorders can produce are listed below. These symptoms should be discussed with a neurosurgeon for further medical investigation.

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

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. Ashwin Uday Borkar

You can find Doctor Ashwin Uday Borkar in the clinic/hospital 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. Ashwin Uday Borkar

Dr Ashwin Uday Borkar is a renowned neurosurgeon who performs a number of popular procedures mentioned below::

  • Laminectomy
  • Spinal Fusion
  • Deep Brain Stimulation
  • Brain Tumour Treatment
  • Brain Cancer Treatment
  • Disc Replacement ( Cervical /Lumber)
  • Microdiscectomy
  • Craniotomy
  • Kyphoplasty

Dr. Ashwin Uday Borkar 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

  • MS
  • MCh
  • MBBS

Past Experiences

  • Associate Consultant - Artemis Hospitals
  • Associate Consultant - Max Superspeciality hospital
  • Saket
  • Senior Resident Department - Bombay Hospital Institute of medical sciences
  • Assistant Professor- J.J Hospital
  • Global Team of Board Certified Surgeons and Medical Specialists
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CERTIFICATIONS (1)

  • Fellowship in Neurosurgical Oncology,Fellowship in Neuroendoscopic Surgery (Brain & Spine)

MEMBERSHIPS (3)

  • Neurological Society of India
  • Bombay Neurosciences Association
  • Association of Surgeons of India (ASI)

RESEARCH PAPERS AND PUBLICATIONS (2)

  • A large primary orbital lymphoma with proptosis – A Case report and review . Ashwin U Borkar, Kapil Jain, Vijendra K Jain. surgicalneurologyint. 04 -Dec 2018; 9:249
  • Continuous Dynamic subcortical mapping using a monopolar suction device in a child - case report and technical note. Moiyadi A, Velayutham P, Borkar A, Singh V . J Pediatr Neurosci 2018;13:279-82

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PROCEDURES

  • Brain Cancer Treatment
  • Brain Tumour Treatment
  • Craniotomy
  • Deep Brain Stimulation
  • Disc Replacement ( Cervical /Lumber)
  • Kyphoplasty
  • Laminectomy
  • Microdiscectomy
  • Spinal Fusion

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What area of specialization does Dr. Ashwin Uday Borkar have?
Dr. Ashwin Uday Borkar is a specialized Neurosurgeon and is one of the most sought after doctors in Mumbai, India.
Does Dr. Ashwin Uday Borkar offer Telemedicine Consultation through Medigence?
No, this doctor does not offer telemedicine via MediGence
How many years of experience does Dr. Ashwin Uday Borkar have?
Dr. Ashwin Uday Borkar is one of the most sought after specialists in India and has over 8 years of experience.

FAQ's Related to Neurosurgeon

What does a Neurosurgeon do?

Neurosurgeons, also known as brain surgeons, are doctors who specialize in the surgical treatment of conditions that affect the nervous system, brain, and spine. Neurosurgeons first have the training which makes them eligible to practise as a doctor. After this, they complete specialist training in neurosurgery. 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 examination may include the following:

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

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?

Here are some of the common signs that you must seek the medical assistance of a neurosurgeon:

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

Neurosurgeons help in the diagnosis and treatment of the conditions of the nervous system. They are mostly involved in complicated surgery of the brain. They offer surgical treatment for the conditions affecting any part of the body, caused mainly due to nerve issues.