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Conditions Treated by Dr. Kim Kwang Kuk

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. Kim Kwang Kuk treats:

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

Signs and symptoms treated by Dr. Kim Kwang Kuk

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.

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

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. Kim Kwang Kuk

If you wish to see Dr Kim Kwang Kuk 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. Kim Kwang Kuk

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

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

Dr. Kim Kwang Kuk 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

  • 1991 .03 to 1993 .02 Ph.D. in Medicine, Seoul National University
  • 1989 .03 to 1991 .02 Master of Medicine, Seoul National University
  • 1977 .03 to 1983 .02 B.A. in Medicine, Seoul National University

Past Experiences

  • 2012 .09 to 2016 .08 Director and Senior Professor, Department of Neurology, Seoul Asan Hospital, Ulsan University
  • 2003 .10 to present Professor of Neurology, Seoul Asan Hospital, Ulsan University
  • 1998 .10 to 2003 .09 Associate Professor of Neurology, Seoul Asan Hospital, Ulsan University
  • 1996 .12 to 1997 .02 Mayo Clinic, Peripheral Nerve Center, Visiting Physician
  • 1995 .12 to 1996 .11 Mayo Clinic, Neuroimmunology, fellow Research
  • 1993 .10 to 1998 .09 Assistant Professor of Neurology, Seoul Asan Hospital, Ulsan University
  • 1992 .05 to 1992 .12 Alabama Medical School, EMG Lab, Fellow
  • 1991 .08 to 1993 .09 Full-time lecturer in neurology at Ulsan University Seoul Asan Hospital
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RESEARCH PAPERS AND PUBLICATIONS (4)

  • First-ever optic neuritis: distinguishing subsequent neuromyelitis optica from multiple sclerosis.
  • Comparison of brain magnetic resonance imaging between myotonic dystrophy type 1 and cerebral autosomal dominant arteriopathy with subcortical infarcts and leukoencephalopathy.
  • Factors predicting remission in thymectomized patients with acetylcholine receptor antibody-positive myasthenia gravis
  • The clinical and prognostic value of antinuclear antibodies in NMO-IgG seropositive neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder.

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PROCEDURES

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

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What area of specialization does Dr. Kim Kwang Kuk have?
Dr. Kim Kwang Kuk is a specialized Neurosurgeon and is one of the most sought after doctors in Seoul, South Korea.
Does Dr. Kim Kwang Kuk offer Telemedicine Consultation through Medigence?
No, this doctor does not offer telemedicine via MediGence
How many years of experience does Dr. Kim Kwang Kuk have?
Dr. Kim Kwang Kuk is one of the most sought after specialists in South Korea and has over 28 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 mostly see patients in their own clinics and public and private hospitals. Sometimes, they have to work with other specialists and medical experts to seek their opinion on diagnosis and surgery techniques. They also evaluate the diagnostic tests to know the exact underlying conditions and accordingly proceed with the treatment.

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

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