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BIOGRAPHY

Conditions Treated by Dr. Phani Kiran S

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. Phani Kiran S treats:

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

Signs and symptoms treated by Dr. Phani Kiran S

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.

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

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. Phani Kiran S

The working hour of doctor Phani Kiran S 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. Phani Kiran S

With several years of experience and deep knowledge, Dr Phani Kiran S has successfully performed a wide range of surgeries. Some of the popular procedures performed by the specialists include::

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

Dr. Phani Kiran S specializes in the surgical treatment of neurological disorders and has operated on a large number of diseases. The neurosurgeon has developed an excellent team of physicians to handle even the most complex cases with minimal invasion and the highest safety. The team includes neurosurgeons and neuroradiologists who are regional experts in the surgical treatment of neurological diseases.

Qualification

  • MBBS
  • MS (ORTHO)
  • DNB (ORTHO)

Past Experiences

  • Senior Registrar in Spine Surgery - MIOT Hospitals, Chennai
  • Senior Resident Orthopaedic Surgery - Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Maulana Azad Medical College and associated Lok Nayak Hospital
  • Postgraduate Trainee - Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Maulana Azad Medical College and associated Lok Nayak Hospital
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CERTIFICATIONS (3)

  • Fellowship of National Board (FNB) in Spine Surgery, 2009-2011 (MIOT Hospital)
  • Spine Surgery Fellowship - Queen Mary Hospital, Hong Kong University, 2012
  • Spine Surgery Fellowship - University Clinic of Bonn, Germany, 2015

MEMBERSHIPS (3)

  • Indian Orthopaedic Association
  • Association of Spine Surgeons of India (ASSI)
  • Neuro Spinal Surgeons Association India (NSSA)

RESEARCH PAPERS AND PUBLICATIONS (5)

  • Author of chapter on “Natural history of degenerative changes in the lumbar spine” in WFNS (World Federation of Neurosurgical Societies) Spine Committee Textbook of Surgical Management of Lumbar Disc Herniation.
  • Author of a review article in the Journal of Clinical Orthopaedics and Trauma, 2021: Minimally invasive transforaminal lumbar interbody fusion — a narrative review on the present status.
  • Author: Indian Spine Journal Jan 2021: Infliximab-related tubercular spinal epidural abscess without osseous involvement in a patient with Crohn’s disease: A case report.
  • Author: A case report in Journal of Spine Surgery 2014: A C7 Chordoma Masquerading as Spinal Tuberculosis.
  • Author: Functional restoration after early tendon transfer in high radial nerve paralysis.” Journal of Hand Surgery (European Volume) 2011.

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PROCEDURES

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

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What area of specialization does Dr. Phani Kiran S have?
Dr. Phani Kiran S is a specialized Neurosurgeon and is one of the most sought after doctors in Chennai, India.
Does Dr. Phani Kiran S offer Telemedicine Consultation through Medigence?
No, this doctor does not offer telemedicine via MediGence
How many years of experience does Dr. Phani Kiran S have?
Dr. Phani Kiran S is one of the most sought after specialists in India and has over 15 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

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

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

Below are some tests that a neurosurgeon may recommend for the diagnosis of the conditions 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

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.