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BIOGRAPHY

Qualification and Experience

Dr. Pablo Clavel is a reputed neurosurgeon in Spain working at the Quironsalud Barcelona Hospital, Barcelona, Spain. He has over 22 years of experience in his field of neurosurgery. He obtained his medical education from various American colleges including Emory University in Atlanta, the University of Oklahoma, and the University of California in San Diego, Dr. Clavel began practicing neurosurgery at Santa Creu I Sant Pau Hospital in Barcelona in 1995. He is currently the Head of Neurosurgery and Spinal Surgery at the Clavel Institute, Quirónsalud Barcelona Hospital. 

Contribution to Medical Science

Dr. Pablo Clavel has been a part of over 26 different research papers published in many international journals. He has also taught courses on skull base surgery, including at Cornell Hospital in New York. Dr. Pablo is also a part of many different societies such as the Spanish Society of Neurosurgery (S.E.N.E.C.), Member of AOSpine, and the International Advisory Board for Trans1. Dr Pablo is fluent in Spanish, English, Russian, German, Italian, and Catalan. 

Conditions Treated by Dr. Pablo Clavel Laria

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. Pablo Clavel Laria treats:

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

Signs and symptoms treated by Dr. Pablo Clavel Laria

Some of the signs and symptoms of neurological disorders are listed below. Consult your doctor/neurosurgeons if you experience any of these symptoms. Early detection of the condition can help control the severity of the symptoms and can be effectively treated. The below symptoms should be discussed with a neurosurgeon who will advise required diagnostic tests and start appropriate treatment.

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

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. Pablo Clavel Laria

If you wish to see Dr Pablo Clavel Laria 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. Pablo Clavel Laria

Some of the popular procedures that Dr Pablo Clavel Laria perform are given below::

  • Brain Tumour Treatment
  • Laminectomy
  • Deep Brain Stimulation
  • Kyphoplasty
  • Craniotomy

Dr. Pablo Clavel Laria 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.

Qualification

  • Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery from the University of Barcelona 1993.
  • Title of specialist in Neurosurgery via MIR.
  • Neurosurgery Service . Hospital de la Santa Creu i Sant Pau. December 31, 1999.

Past Experiences

  • Surgeon in the Spine Unit, Hospital de la Santa Creu i Sant Pau, Barcelona (2005-2011)
  • Attending physician and Surgeon, in the Skull Base Unit, Hospital de la Santa Creu i Sant Pau, Barcelona (2003- 2007)
  • Attending physician, Hospital Mutua de Terrassa (2002-2003)
  • Attending physician, Hospital Can Ruti, Badalona (2001-2002)
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MEMBERSHIPS (2)

  • The Spanish Society of Neurosurgery
  • The Catalan Society of Neurosurgery

RESEARCH PAPERS AND PUBLICATIONS (6)

  • Surgical treatment of cervical spondyloarthrosic myelopathy. Preliminary study
  • Giant intraspinal neurinomas.
  • Cystic meningioma of the optic chiasm.
  • Lumbar degenerative spondylolisthesis. Surgical treatment results.
  • Surgical treatment of cervical spondyloarthrosic myelopathy.
  • Paraplegia secondary to metastatic vertebral expansion. Clinical case

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PROCEDURES

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

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many years of experience does Dr. Pablo Clavel have being a neurosurgeon in Spain?

Dr. Pablo has over 22 years of experience as a neurosurgeon.

What are the primary treatments and surgeries does Dr. Pablo Clavel as a neurosurgeon?

Dr. Pablo specializes in surgeries related to the brain and nerves of the body.

Does. Dr. Pablo Clavel provide Online Consultation?

Yes, Dr. Pablo Clavel provides online video consultation through MediGence.

How much does it cost to consult online with Dr. Pablo Clavel?

It costs 500 USD to consult online with Dr. Pablo Clavel through MediGence.

What associations is Dr. Pablo Clavel part of?

Dr. Pablo is a part of many different societies such as the Spanish Society of Neurosurgery (S.E.N.E.C.), Member of AOSpine, and the International Advisory Board for Trans1.

When do you need to see a neurosurgeon such as Dr. Pablo Clavel?

Dr. Pablo specializes in various brain surgeries such as VP shunt surgery to help cure nervous and brain-related illnesses. He is even an expert at curing these diseases with modern medication.

How to connect with Dr. Pablo Clavel 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. Pablo Clavel Laria have?
Dr. Pablo Clavel Laria is a specialized Neurosurgeon and is one of the most sought after doctors in Barcelona, Spain.
Does Dr. Pablo Clavel Laria offer Telemedicine Consultation through Medigence?
No, this doctor does not offer telemedicine via MediGence
How many years of experience does Dr. Pablo Clavel Laria have?
Dr. Pablo Clavel Laria is one of the most sought after specialists in Spain and has over 22 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 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.

What are the tests required before and during consultation for Neurosurgeon

Diagnosis tests act as an important tool to find out the condition(s) a patient is suffering from. So, a neurosurgeon will ask you to get a few tests done so that they get to know the cause of the symptoms which further helps in finding the condition the patient is suffering from. Based on the diagnosis, the doctor can start appropriate treatment. A neurological examination may include the following:

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

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?

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

Dealing with the entire nervous system, neurosurgeons treat all the parts of the body that are affected by nerve issues. They do complex surgeries on the brain. Before starting treatment, they diagnose patients' symptoms and design minimally invasive treatment plans.