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BIOGRAPHY

Qualification and Experience

Dr. Kartik is a famous name in the field of neurosurgery. He has more than 20 years of clinical experience. He has done more than 1000 neurosurgical operation including various complex surgeries. Dr. Kartik is an expert in treating brain tumors, spinal stabilization, traumatic brain injury, spinal cord tumors, stereotactic procedures, and spinal cord injury. Dr. Kartik completed his MBBS from Dr. V. M. Government Medical College in 1990. Later. He obtained MS from Dr. V. M. Government Medical College in 2003. In 2011, he was awarded M. Ch – Neuro Surgery by CMC Vellore. He is currently working as Consultant Neurosurgery at Apollo Hospital, Bangalore.

Contribution to Medical Science

Dr. Kartik has a special interest in Microsurgery of brain tumors, Cranio-vertebral junction surgery, Spine surgery including Spinal cord tumors, minimally invasive, and instrumented stabilization, Stereotactic and Functional Neurosurgery, Vascular Neurosurgery including Aneurysms and AVMs, and Neurotrauma. Dr. Kartik has presented research papers in various conferences and his articles have been published in various journals. Before Apollo hospital, Dr. Kartik was also associated with CMC Vellore and Pune Medical College.

Conditions Treated by Dr. K Kartik Revanappa

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. K Kartik Revanappa treats:

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

Signs and symptoms treated by Dr. K Kartik Revanappa

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

Neurologic symptoms are generally caused by a disorder that affects the nervous system and could vary greatly as the nervous system controls many various body functions. Symptoms can be all forms of pain and can involve muscle function, the special senses, sleep, awareness, and mental function.

Operating Hours of Dr. K Kartik Revanappa

If you wish to see Dr K Kartik Revanappa in his clinic/hospital, you can visit him between 11 am and 5 pm (Monday to Saturday). The doctor doesn’t work on Sunday. Call the doctor or his attendant to confirm his/her availability because the doctor may not be available due to some personal reasons or any emergencies.

Popular Procedures performed by Dr. K Kartik Revanappa

The popular procedures that Dr. K Kartik Revanappa performs are listed below:

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

Dr. K Kartik Revanappa 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

  • MBBS
  • MS (Ortho)
  • MCh. (Neurosurgery)

Past Experiences

  • 2005 - 2013 Asst. Professor and Trainee at CMC
  • 2004 - 2005 Lecturer In Orthopedics at MIMER Medical College
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MEMBERSHIPS (3)

  • Neurological Society of India
  • NASS - North American Spine Society
  • Congress of Neurological Surgeons, USA

RESEARCH PAPERS AND PUBLICATIONS (4)

  • Middle fossa extradural repair of sphenoidal encephaloceles Krishna Prabhu.
  • Comparison of Nurick grading system and modified Japanese Orthopaedic Association scoring system in evaluation of patients with cervical spondylotic myelopathy.
  • Changes in the range of motion of the cervical spine and adjacent segments at ≥24 months after uninstrumented corpectomy for cervical spondylotic myelopathy.
  • Short Term Outcome in Children with WHO grade 3 Supratentorial Anaplastic Ependymoma.

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PROCEDURES

  • 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. K Kartik Revanappa have?
Dr. K Kartik Revanappa is a specialized Neurosurgeon and is one of the most sought after doctors in Bengaluru, India.
Does Dr. K Kartik Revanappa offer Telemedicine Consultation through Medigence?
No, this doctor does not offer telemedicine via MediGence
How many years of experience does Dr. K Kartik Revanappa have?
Dr. K Kartik Revanappa is one of the most sought after specialists in India and has over 21 years of experience.

FAQ's Related to Neurosurgeon

What does a Neurosurgeon do?

A neurosurgeon is a doctor who specializes in the diagnosis and surgical treatments of conditions of the central as well as the peripheral nervous system. A neurosurgeon completes special training after becoming a doctor, including one year of residency in general surgery and a few more years of residency in neurosurgery. Some neurosurgeons complete fellowship training, which is additional training to further enhance their focus within the field of 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

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. A neurological examination may include the following:

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

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

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.