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BIOGRAPHY

Conditions Treated by Dr. Avinash KM

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. Avinash KM treats:

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

Signs and symptoms treated by Dr. Avinash KM

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.

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

When the brain is damaged, it affects different things, including memory, sensation, and even an individual’s personality. Brain disorders are caused by illness, genetics, and traumatic injury. These disorders can produce different symptoms.

Operating Hours of Dr. Avinash KM

You can find Doctor Avinash KM in the clinic/hospital from 11 am to 5 pm (Monday to Saturday). The doctor is not available on Sunday. Sometimes, the doctor may not be available on the working days, so it is always suggested that you confirm the doctor’s availability before you visit him.

Popular Procedures performed by Dr. Avinash KM

With several years of experience and deep knowledge, Dr Avinash KM has successfully performed a wide range of surgeries. Some of the popular procedures performed by the specialists include::

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

Dr. Avinash KM 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

  • MS
  • MCh
  • MBBS

Past Experiences

  • Senior Registrar - KEM Hospital
  • Seth GS Medical College
  • Mumbai
  • Consultant - BGS Global Hospital
  • Bangalore
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CERTIFICATIONS (3)

  • FINR (Interventional Neuro-radiology) - Fellowship in Interventional Neurosurgery, 2012
  • FMIN(Germany) - Fellowship In Minimally Invasive Neuro and Spine Surgery, 2012
  • FV&SBNs - Japan, 2017

MEMBERSHIPS (1)

  • Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh (RCSED)

RESEARCH PAPERS AND PUBLICATIONS (3)

  • Spinal type c Perimedullary arteriovenous fistula in less then 2 years age group-A case report with review of literature.
  • Infected cervico-dorsal dermoid cyst with fluid - fluid level.
  • Cavernoma of the septum pellucidum in the region of foramen of Monro.

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PROCEDURES

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

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What area of specialization does Dr. Avinash KM have?
Dr. Avinash KM is a specialized Neurosurgeon and is one of the most sought after doctors in Bengaluru, India.
Does Dr. Avinash KM offer Telemedicine Consultation through Medigence?
No, this doctor does not offer telemedicine via MediGence
How many years of experience does Dr. Avinash KM have?
Dr. Avinash KM is one of the most sought after specialists in India and has over 22 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 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

A neurosurgeon will recommend you one or more diagnostic tests before and during consultation in order to find out the case of the condition and start the right 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:

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

For the diagnosis of neurological conditions, you need to have one or more of the following tests::

  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

Neurosurgeons perform complicated operations on the brain. Also, they deal with the whole nervous system and treat all the body parts that are affected by nerve issues. Typically, a neurosurgeon will diagnose patients' symptoms and come up with minimally invasive treatment plans.