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BIOGRAPHY

Qualification and Experience

Dr Oliver is a highly skilled and experienced Neuro-oncologist in Spain. He has over 40 years of experience and is highly skilled. Dr Oliver’s areas of expertise include microsurgical operations, brain tumour removal, deep brain stimulation, removal of meningioma, resection of glioma, glioblastoma. Dr Oliver graduated from the University of Barcelona. He underwent training from reputed hospitals in Stockholm (Sweden), Zurich (Switzerland), Montreal (Canada), St. Louis ( USA), and Pittsburgh (USA).  He is the currently the Head of the Neurosurgical Department at the Teknon Clinic.

Contribution to Medical Science

Dr Oliver is a pioneer in the field of Neuro-Oncology. Dr Bartolome Oliver is the author of 150 publications and 350 reports at international medical conferences. He lectures at the leading universities in Europe, Asia, and America. Dr Oliver is a member of the European Society of the Brain Tumors Neurosurgery; The Catalan Society of Neurosurgeons; American Academy of Minimally Invasive Spinal Medicine and Surgery; Congress of Neurological Surgeons.

 

Conditions Treated by Dr. Oliver Abadal Bartolome

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. Oliver Abadal Bartolome treats:

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

Signs and symptoms treated by Dr. Oliver Abadal Bartolome

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.

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

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. Oliver Abadal Bartolome

If you wish to see Dr Oliver Abadal Bartolome in his clinic/hospital, you can visit him between 11 am and 5 pm (Monday to Saturday). The doctor doesn’t work 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. Oliver Abadal Bartolome

Some of the popular procedures that Dr Oliver Abadal Bartolome perform are given below::

  • Scoliosis Surgery
  • Laminectomy
  • Microdiscectomy
  • Craniotomy
  • Spinal Fusion
  • Disc Replacement ( Cervical /Lumber)
  • Brain Tumour Treatment

One of the eminent neurosurgeons in the world, Dr. Oliver Abadal Bartolome 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

  • Degree in Medicine and Surgery from the Autonomous University of Barcelona with Outstanding (1976).
  • Degree in Neurosurgery from the Autonomous University of Madrid (1979).
  • MIR of Neurosurgery at the Hospital La Paz in Madrid (1977-1980).
  • PhD in Neurosurgery after completing residency at the National Neurosurgery Service in Madrid (1986).

Past Experiences

  • Director of Neuroinstitut Oliver-Ayats at Teknon Medical Center (since 2002)
  • Coordinator of Neurosurgery and member of the optional body of Teknon Medical Center since its foundation (1994)
  • Co-director of the Brain Tumor Center at Teknon Medical Center, dedicated to the multidisciplinary treatment of brain tumors (since 1998)
  • Head of the Neurosurgery Service at the Mutua Hospital in Terrassa (2002-2012)
  • Head of the Neurosurgery Section of the Hospital de Sant Pau in Barcelona (1994-2002).
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CERTIFICATIONS (5)

  • Additional training in stays abroad in:
  • Karolinska Hospital. Stockholm, Sweden
  • Montreal Neurological Institute. Montreal, Canada
  • Washington University. St. Louis. Missouri, USA
  • Northwestern University Medical Center. Pittsburg, Pennsylvania, USA

MEMBERSHIPS (3)

  • Member of the optional body of Teknon Medical Center since its foundation.
  • Member of the board of directors of the Spanish Skull Base Society.
  • Member of the board of directors of the European Skull Base Society.

RESEARCH PAPERS AND PUBLICATIONS (7)

  • Author of more than 100 Scientific Publications.
  • Speaker in more than 250 communications to national and international congresses.
  • Failed back surgery syndrome.
  • Advances in surgery for lumbar degenerative disc disease.
  • Lumbar intervertebral disc degeneration: Anatomy, physiology and pathophysiology.
  • Diagnostic and therapeutic approach for sciatica and neurogenic claudication.
  • Diagnostic and therapeutic approach for chronic low back pain.

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PROCEDURES

  • Brain Cancer Treatment
  • Brain Tumour Treatment
  • Craniotomy
  • Disc Replacement ( Cervical /Lumber)
  • External Ventricular Drainage
  • Kyphoplasty
  • Laminectomy
  • Scoliosis Surgery
  • Spinal Fusion

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many years of experience does Dr Oliver have being an oncologist in Spain?

Dr Oliver has experience of over 40 years as a Neuro-oncologist in Spain

What are the primary treatments and surgeries does Dr Oliver do as an oncologist surgeon?

Dr Oliver’s primary treatments include microsurgical operations, brain tumour removal, deep brain stimulation, removal of meningioma, resection of glioma, glioblastoma

Does Dr Oliver provide Online Consultation?

Yes, Dr Oliver provides online consultation through MediGence.

How much does it cost to tele-consult with Dr Oliver?

It costs 833USD to tele- consult with the expert from Spain.

What associations is Dr Oliver part of?

Dr Oliver is a member of the European Society of the Brain Tumors Neurosurgery; The Catalan Society of Neurosurgeons; American Academy of Minimally Invasive Spinal Medicine and Surgery;

When do you need to see an oncologist surgeon such as Dr Oliver?

We need to see a neuro-oncologist such as Dr Oliver for diagnosis and treatment protocol for Brain tumours, Glioma, glioblastoma and for second opinions on the same.

How to connect with Dr Oliver for Online Consultation through MediGence?

The expert neuro-oncology surgeon from Spain can be easily consulted by registering your profile with MediGence and writing down your query. An appointment for a consultation with the expert will be scheduled. After the payment via PayPal, the Online Teleconsultation will connect the expert and the patient through a live F2F session.

What area of specialization does Dr. Oliver Abadal Bartolome have?
Dr. Oliver Abadal Bartolome is a specialized Neurosurgeon and is one of the most sought after doctors in Barcelona, Spain.
Does Dr. Oliver Abadal Bartolome offer Telemedicine Consultation through Medigence?
No, this doctor does not offer telemedicine via MediGence
How many years of experience does Dr. Oliver Abadal Bartolome have?
Dr. Oliver Abadal Bartolome is one of the most sought after specialists in Spain and has over 40 Years 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 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 may have one or more diagnostic tests so that doctors can know the cause of your condition and make effective treatment strategies. A neurological examination may include the following:

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

Some of the diagnostic tests required before and during a consultation with a neurosurgeon are::

  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 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.