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Dr. Jan Cienciala

Dr. Jan Cienciala

Neurosurgeon ·
, Brno, Czechia

37 Years of experience ·
Languages Spoken: Czech , English

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About Dr. Jan Cienciala

Conditions Treated by Dr. Jan Cienciala

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. Jan Cienciala treats:

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

Signs and symptoms treated by Dr. Jan Cienciala

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.

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

You can find Doctor Jan Cienciala 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. Jan Cienciala

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

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

Dr. Jan Cienciala 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

  • 1984 Faculty of Medicine, Palacky University, Olomouc
  • 1987 1st degree attestation of orthopedics and traumatology
  • 1992 attestation II. degrees of orthopedics and traumatology
  • Postgraduate education:
  • 2008 Dissertation: Treatment of degenerative diseases spinal column by the method of dynamic neutralization by the systém Dynesys - Ph.D.

Work Experiences

  • 1999 - Founding member and member of the Committee of the Czech Spondylo-Surgical Society
  • 2002 - Vice-chairman of the Czech Spondylo-Surgical Society
  • 2005 - Scientific Secretary of the Czech Spondylo-Surgical Society
  • 2014 - called expert spondyloonology program in Slovakia
  • 2015 - Chairman of the spondyloonkological section of the Czech Cancer Society
  • 2016 - President of the Czech Spondylo Surgical Society

Memberships (2)

  • President of the Czech Spine Surgery Society
  • Chairman of the spondylo-oncology section of the Czech Society for Oncology

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Procedures Performed

Disc Replacement ( Cervical /Lumber)
Laminectomy
Microdiscectomy
Spinal Fusion

Frequently Asked Questions

Dr. Jan Cienciala is a specialized Neurosurgeon and is one of the most sought after doctors in Brno, Czechia.

No, this doctor does not offer telemedicine via MediGence

Dr. Jan Cienciala is one of the most sought after specialists in Czechia and has over years of experience.

FAQ's Related to Neurosurgeon

Neurosurgeons provide surgical treatment for the conditions of the brain and spine. They are considered some of the highly experienced and trained specialists in medicine and are involved in consulting with other doctors about various cases. Neurosurgeons treat people with a range of neurological issues, such as lower back pain, brain tumor, carpal tunnel syndrome, and peripheral nervous system disorders. 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.

You may have one or more diagnostic tests so that doctors can know the cause of your condition and make effective treatment strategies. For a complete evaluation of your condition, you have to undergo neurological examination which may include the following:

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

The below-listed are some of the diagnostic tests recommended by a neurosurgeon to diagnose a condition 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

If you show the below symptoms, consult a neurosurgeon who will diagnose the condition and suggest the right treatment.

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

The nervous system is a complex part of the body, so neurosurgeons perform complicated surgeries. They address the issues of the entire nervous system and offer treatment of every part of the body affected by the nerves. They also help in the diagnosis of symptoms of the nervous system and come up with minimally invasive treatment plans.

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