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BIOGRAPHY

Conditions Treated by Dr. Martin Repko

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. Martin Repko treats:

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

Signs and symptoms treated by Dr. Martin Repko

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.

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

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. Martin Repko

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

Dr Martin Repko is a renowned neurosurgeon who performs a number of popular procedures mentioned below::

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

One of the eminent neurosurgeons in the world, Dr. Martin Repko 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

  • MD
  • PhD

Past Experiences

  • 2012 head of the orthopedic Department, University Hospital Brno
  • 2017 head of Centre for Spinal Surgery of University Hospital Brno
  • 2004 head of University centre for scoliosis and spinal deformities, Masaryk ́s University Brno
  • 2009 associate professor of Medical Faculty of Masaryk’s University Brno
  • 1998 head of orthopedic and rehabilitation centre Recens Brno for orthopedic and spinal disorders
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MEMBERSHIPS (14)

  • Member of Worldwide Conferences Committee of SRS (Scoliosis Research Society)
  • Member of Global Outreach Committee (Scoliosis Research Society)
  • Member of Educational board of UEMS (European Union of Medical Specialists)
  • Advisor to the Minister of Health of the Czech Republic, accreditation committee in Spinal surgery
  • Member of Executive Board of ÄSOT (Czech Society for orthopedics and Traumatology)
  • Member of Czech Spine Surgery Society
  • Supervisor of doctoral studies in the field of orthopedic and Spinal surgery LF MU Brno, Czech Republic
  • Guarantor of Educational programs in orthopedics and Rehabilitation LF MU Brno (Medical Faculty of Masarykas University Brno)
  • Invited expert surgeon for spine deformity surgeries of national programs in South Africa, Georgia, Poland, Kazakstan, Slovakia.
  • Member of EduCom (Educational and Fellowship Committee) in Eurospine (The Spine Society of Europe) (2010 2013)
  • Advisor to the Minister of Health of the Czech Republic, accreditation committee in orthopedics and Traumatology (2015-2017)
  • Local host for SICOT/SRS Annual Meeting 2011
  • Local host for SRS Annual Meeting and Courses 2016
  • Organizer of the conference Scoliosis Symposium 2014

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PROCEDURES

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

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What area of specialization does Dr. Martin Repko have?
Dr. Martin Repko is a specialized Neurosurgeon and is one of the most sought after doctors in Brno, Czechia.
Does Dr. Martin Repko offer Telemedicine Consultation through Medigence?
No, this doctor does not offer telemedicine via MediGence
How many years of experience does Dr. Martin Repko have?
Dr. Martin Repko is one of the most sought after specialists in Czechia and has over years of experience.

FAQ's Related to Neurosurgeon

What does a Neurosurgeon do?

Dr. Martin Repko 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. 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:

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

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
When should you go to see a neurosurgeon?

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

Neurosurgeons help in the diagnosis and treatment of the conditions of the nervous system. They are mostly involved in complicated surgery of the brain. They offer surgical treatment for the conditions affecting any part of the body, caused mainly due to nerve issues.