Your Notifications
All done, no notifications

BIOGRAPHY

Conditions Treated by Dr. Praveen Saxena

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. Praveen Saxena treats:

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

Signs and symptoms treated by Dr. Praveen Saxena

In case your body shows any of the below-given symptoms, go and see a neurosurgeon who will help diagnose the underlying conditions. Some conditions may be mild while others may require immediate attention. Proper diagnosis on time can prevent serious conditions.

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

Neurologic symptoms are generally caused by a disorder that affects the nervous system and could vary greatly as the nervous system controls many various body functions. Symptoms can be all forms of pain and can involve muscle function, the special senses, sleep, awareness, and mental function.

Operating Hours of Dr. Praveen Saxena

You can find Doctor Praveen Saxena in the clinic/hospital from 11 am to 5 pm (Monday to Saturday). The doctor is not available on Sunday. Although the doctor is mostly available during operating hours, you should check with the doctor for his availability and then visit his clinic/hospital.

Popular Procedures performed by Dr. Praveen Saxena

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

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

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

  • MBBS ,
  • MS (ORTHO)

Past Experiences

  • Shalby Hospital, Ahmedabad
  • Global Team of Board Certified Surgeons and Medical Specialists
  • Written Second Opinion report delivered within 5 days
  • Option to avail the Video Consultation with the Lead Doctor of the board

Access Our most trusted Medical Second Opinion

Required | alphabets and spaces
Required | A valid, working email address
Required | A valid contact

Telemedicine Doctors

MEMBERSHIPS (6)

  • Bombay orthopaedic society
  • Indian orthopedic association
  • Indian medical association
  • Association of spine surgeons of Gujrat
  • Ahemdabad orthopedic association

Share Your Experience about Dr. Praveen Saxena

PROCEDURES

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

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What area of specialization does Dr. Praveen Saxena have?
Dr. Praveen Saxena is a specialized Neurosurgeon and is one of the most sought after doctors in Ahmedabad, India.
Does Dr. Praveen Saxena offer Telemedicine Consultation through Medigence?
No, this doctor does not offer telemedicine via MediGence
How many years of experience does Dr. Praveen Saxena have?
Dr. Praveen Saxena is one of the most sought after specialists in India and has over 12 Years years of experience.

FAQ's Related to Neurosurgeon

What does a Neurosurgeon do?

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 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

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 is the assessment of motor responses and sensory neuron and includes the following:

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

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?

Here are some of the common signs that you must seek the medical assistance of a neurosurgeon:

  1. Numbness and pain
  2. Weak grip
  3. Persistent headache/migraine
  4. Impaired movement
  5. Seizures
  6. Balance issues

Neurosurgeons perform complicated operations on the brain. Also, they deal with the whole nervous system and treat all the body parts that are affected by nerve issues. Typically, a neurosurgeon will diagnose patients' symptoms and come up with minimally invasive treatment plans.