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BIOGRAPHY

Conditions Treated by Dr. Ahmet Baki

A neurosurgeon is a medical specialist who diagnoses and treats conditions affecting the nervous system, including the brain, peripheral nerves, spinal cord, and spine. Neurosurgeons offer non-operative as well as surgical treatment to patients. Here is a list of some of the conditions Dr. Ahmet Baki treats:

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

Signs and symptoms treated by Dr. Ahmet Baki

In case your body shows any of the below-given symptoms, go and see a neurosurgeon who will help diagnose the underlying conditions. Some conditions may be mild while others may require immediate attention. Proper diagnosis on time can prevent serious conditions.

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

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. Ahmet Baki

The working hour of doctor Ahmet Baki is 11 am to 5 pm from Monday to Saturday. The doctor has an off 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. Ahmet Baki

Some of the popular procedures that Dr Ahmet Baki perform are given below::

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

Dr. Ahmet Baki 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

  • Firat University Faculty of Medicine
  • Istanbul Haydarpasa Numune Hospital - Specialization

Past Experiences

  • Currently working at Medical Park Elazig Hospital
  • Global Team of Board Certified Surgeons and Medical Specialists
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PROCEDURES

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

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What area of specialization does Dr. Ahmet Baki have?
Dr. Ahmet Baki is a specialized Neurosurgeon and is one of the most sought after doctors in Elazig, Turkey.
Does Dr. Ahmet Baki offer Telemedicine Consultation through Medigence?
No, this doctor does not offer telemedicine via MediGence
How many years of experience does Dr. Ahmet Baki have?
Dr. Ahmet Baki is one of the most sought after specialists in Turkey and has over 15 Years 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 both in private and public hospitals. They also see patients in a clinic or surgery. They work closely with specialists and health professionals as part of a medical team, such as a critical care team or a hospital stroke team.

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 examination is the assessment of motor responses and sensory neuron and includes the following:

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

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

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.