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BIOGRAPHY

Qualification and Experience

Dr. Moshe Attia is a distinguished neurosurgeon working at the Sheba Medical Center, Tel Hashomer, Israel. He has over 20 years of experience in his field and has done extensive work in the field of neurosurgery as well. He obtained his medical education from the Hadassah School of Medicine, the Hebrew University of Jerusalem. He went on to pursue an Internship in Neurosurgery, Department of Neurosurgery, Sheba Medical Center. He specializes in surgery of the skull base tumors, cerebral meningioma, endoscopic transsphenoidal surgery, acoustic neuroma, vestibular schwannoma, and cerebral cavernoma.

Contribution to Medical Science

Dr. Moshe Attia has been a part of many different research papers published in many international medical journals. He is also the Director, Skull Base Surgery Service. Dr. Moshe is also a Member of the Israel Medical Association, Member of the Israeli Association of Neurosurgery, and Member of the North American Skull Base Surgery Association. Many of his publications are also available on Pubmed.

Conditions Treated by Dr. Moshe Attia

A neurosurgeon is a doctor who specializes in the diagnosis as well as surgical treatment of conditions of the central and peripheral nervous system, such as congenital anomalies, infections of the brain or spine, stroke, trauma, tumors, vascular disorders, or degenerative diseases of the spine. Here is a list of some of the conditions Dr. Moshe Attia treats:

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

Signs and symptoms treated by Dr. Moshe Attia

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.

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

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. Moshe Attia

The working hour of doctor Moshe Attia is 11 am to 5 pm from Monday to Saturday. The doctor has an off on Sunday. Sometimes, the doctor may not be available on the working days, so it is always suggested that you confirm the doctor’s availability before you visit him.

Popular Procedures performed by Dr. Moshe Attia

Some of the popular procedures that Dr Moshe Attia perform are given below::

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

With a rich experience in neurosurgery and having a record for performing a number of successful brain surgeries with a high success rate, the neurosurgeon has received global recognition for their holistic approach. Patient safety is the top priority for the doctor who follows all medical protocols and provides care of international standards. Also, the doctor can handle even the most complicated cases with ease.

Qualification

  • MD, Hadassah School of Medicine, the Hebrew University of Jerusalem

Past Experiences

  • Residency - Neurosurgery, Sheba Medical Center, Tel Hashomer, Israel, 2001-2007
  • Attending Neurosurgeon at Hadassah-Hebrew University Medical Center, Jerusalem, 2010-2011
  • Attending Neurosurgeon at Rambam Medical Center in Haifa, 2012-2016
  • Clinical Lecturer- Faculty of Medicine at Technion- Israel Institute of Technology, 10/2016
  • Attending Neurosurgeon at Sheba Medical Center in Tel HaShomer
  • Lecturer of Neurology and Neurosurgery, Tel Aviv University
  • Deputy-Head, Department of Neurology and Neurosurgery, Sackler Faculty of Medicine, Tel Aviv University
  • Director, Skull Base Surgery Service at Sheba Medical Center
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CERTIFICATIONS (4)

  • Internship in Neurosurgery, Department of Neurosurgery, Sheba Medical Center
  • Clinical academic training in the skull and cerebral vascular surgery at Washington University in Seattle, the University of Illinois at Chicago
  • Fellowship Clinical Skull Base and Cerebrovascular - Hadassah Medical Center in Jerusalem

MEMBERSHIPS (3)

  • Member of the Israel Medical Association
  • Member of the Israeli Association of Neurosurgery
  • Member of the North American Skull Base Surgery Association

RESEARCH PAPERS AND PUBLICATIONS (5)

  • Signal transduction in meningiomas and gliomas.
  • Characterization of protein kinase c (PKC) isoforms in meningiomas and gliomas.
  • The molecular biology difference between grade 1, 2 and 3 meningiomas.
  • Skull base approaches for meningiomas- transcranial and endoscopic endonasal.
  • Surgical and microsurgical techniques for skull base tumors.

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PROCEDURES

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

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many years of experience does Dr. Moshe Attia have being a neurosurgeon in Israel?

Dr. Moshe has over 13 years of experience in his field.

What are the primary treatments and surgeries does Dr. Moshe Attia as a neurosurgeon?

He specializes in surgery of the skull base tumors, cerebral meningioma, endoscopic transsphenoidal surgery, acoustic neuroma, vestibular schwannoma, and cerebral cavernoma.

Does Dr. Moshe Attia provide Online Consultation?

Yes, Dr. Moshe Attia provides online consultation through MediGence.

What associations is Dr. Moshe Attia part of?

He is a part of the Israel Medical Association, the Israeli Association of Neurosurgery, and a member of the North American Skull Base Surgery Association.

When do you need to see a neurosurgeon such as Dr. Moshe Attia?

Neurosurgeons are trained physicians who can operate and conduct procedures on the brain and other nervous system parts to help cure different diseases. They are also experts on the diagnosis and treatment of neurologic disorders.

How to connect with Dr. Moshe Attia for Online Consultation through MediGence?

He can be easily consulted by registering your profile with medigence and writing down your inquiry. A meeting with the surgeon will be scheduled. Following which the consultation can be done.

What area of specialization does Dr. Moshe Attia have?
Dr. Moshe Attia is a specialized Neurosurgeon and is one of the most sought after doctors in Tel Hashomer, Israel.
Does Dr. Moshe Attia offer Telemedicine Consultation through Medigence?
No, this doctor does not offer telemedicine via MediGence
How many years of experience does Dr. Moshe Attia have?
Dr. Moshe Attia is one of the most sought after specialists in Israel and has over 20 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 are regarded as highly trained specialists who perform some of the most critical surgeries on the brain and spine. The nervous system being the most complicated part of the body needs great precision and accuracy while performing surgery. Neurosurgeons also may also consult other specialists and medical professionals as per the requirement of surgery.

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. For a complete evaluation of your condition, you have to undergo neurological examination which may include the following:

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

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?

You need to visit a neurosurgeon if you show any of the following signs:

  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.