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Dr. Gomatam Raghavan Vijay Kumar

Dr. Gomatam Raghavan Vijay Kumar

Neurosurgeon ·
, Kolkata, India

37 Years of experience ·
Languages Spoken: Hindi , English

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About Dr. Gomatam Raghavan Vijay Kumar

Conditions Treated by Dr. Gomatam Raghavan Vijay Kumar

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. Gomatam Raghavan Vijay Kumar treats:

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

Signs and symptoms treated by Dr. Gomatam Raghavan Vijay Kumar

Neurological conditions produce different symptoms ranging from mild to severe. You should never ignore any such symptoms because these may lead to severe results if left unaddressed. Some of the signs and symptoms that neurological disorders can produce are listed below.

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

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. Gomatam Raghavan Vijay Kumar

Doctor Gomatam Raghavan Vijay Kumar is available from 11 am to 5 pm (Monday to Saturday). The doctor is not available 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. Gomatam Raghavan Vijay Kumar

The popular procedures that Dr. Gomatam Raghavan Vijay Kumar performs are listed below:

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

One of the eminent neurosurgeons in the world, Dr. Gomatam Raghavan Vijay Kumar 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

  • MS
  • MBBS

Work Experiences

  • Currently working at Fortis Hospital
  • Kolkata.

Memberships (2)

  • Association of Spine Surgeons of India (ASSI)
  • Neurological Society of India (NSI)

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Procedures Performed

ALIF - Anterior Lumbar Interbody Fusion
Anterior Cervical Discectomy
Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion - ACDF
Artificial Lumbar Disc Replacement
Carotid Endarterectomy (CEA)
Cerebral Angiogram
Cerebral Angioplasty
Cerebral Dorsal Rhizotomy
Cervical Corpectomy
Cervical Decompression
Cervical Fusion
Disc Replacement ( Cervical /Lumber)
Laminectomy
Microdiscectomy
Spinal Decompression and Fixation
Spinal Fusion

Frequently Asked Questions

Dr. Gomatam Raghavan Vijay Kumar is a specialized Neurosurgeon and is one of the most sought after doctors in Kolkata, India.

No, this doctor does not offer telemedicine via MediGence

Dr. Gomatam Raghavan Vijay Kumar is one of the most sought after specialists in India and has over 20 years of experience.

FAQ's Related to Neurosurgeon

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.

You have to undergo one or more diagnostic tests before and during a consultation with a neurosurgeon. The result of the tests will help the doctor determine the root cause of the disease and plan the treatment accordingly. For a complete evaluation of your condition, you have to undergo neurological examination which may include the following:

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

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

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

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.

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