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Dr. Matthew Crocker

Dr. Matthew Crocker

Neurosurgeon ·
, London, United Kingdom

18 Years of experience ·
Languages Spoken: English

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About Dr. Matthew Crocker

Conditions Treated by Dr. Matthew Crocker

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. Matthew Crocker treats:

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

Signs and symptoms treated by Dr. Matthew Crocker

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.

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

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. Matthew Crocker

The working hour of doctor Matthew Crocker 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. Matthew Crocker

The popular procedures that Dr. Matthew Crocker performs are listed below:

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

One of the eminent neurosurgeons in the world, Dr. Matthew Crocker 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

  • BMBCh
  • MA (Oxon)
  • FRCS(SN)

Work Experiences

  • St George's University Hospital

Memberships (1)

  • SBNS

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Procedures Performed

ALIF - Anterior Lumbar Interbody Fusion
Anterior Cervical Discectomy
Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion - ACDF
Arthrodesis
Artificial Lumbar Disc Replacement
Brain Tumour Treatment
Carotid Endarterectomy (CEA)
Cerebral Angiogram
Cerebral Angioplasty
Cervical Corpectomy
Cervical Decompression
Cervical Fusion
Craniotomy
Deep Brain Stimulation
Disc Replacement ( Cervical /Lumber)
Kyphoplasty
Laminectomy
Microdiscectomy
Spinal Decompression and Fixation
Spinal Fusion

Frequently Asked Questions

Dr. Matthew Crocker is a specialized Neurosurgeon and is one of the most sought after doctors in London, United Kingdom.

No, this doctor does not offer telemedicine via MediGence

Dr. Matthew Crocker is one of the most sought after specialists in United Kingdom and has over 18 Years 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 work in different settings like private clinics and public or private hospitals. They often collaborate with other specialists and medical professionals as per the requirement of surgery. They also evaluate the condition of the patient before performing surgery in order to find the complications of the surgery, if any.

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 exam or a neuro exam is the evaluation of an individual’s nervous system to know how well it is functioning and find out an underlying condition. A neurological exam may include:

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

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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