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Conditions Treated by Dr. Pravina Shah

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. Pravina Shah treats:

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

Signs and symptoms treated by Dr. Pravina Shah

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.

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

If you wish to see Dr Pravina Shah 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. Pravina Shah

The popular procedures that Dr. Pravina Shah performs are listed below:

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

One of the eminent neurosurgeons in the world, Dr. Pravina Shah 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

  • MD (Med.)
  • DM (Neuro.)

Past Experiences

  • Head of the Neurology Department of Seth G. S. Medical College and K.E.M Hospital, Practicing General Neurology with special interest in Epilepsy. She is also a postgraduates teacher of DNB (Neurology).
  • Global Team of Board Certified Surgeons and Medical Specialists
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  • She is the past president of the Indian Epilepsy Society and the Secretary of the Indian Epilepsy Association (Mumbai Chapter).

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PROCEDURES

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

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What area of specialization does Dr. Pravina Shah have?
Dr. Pravina Shah is a specialized Neurosurgeon and is one of the most sought after doctors in Mumbai, India.
Does Dr. Pravina Shah offer Telemedicine Consultation through Medigence?
No, this doctor does not offer telemedicine via MediGence
How many years of experience does Dr. Pravina Shah have?
Dr. Pravina Shah is one of the most sought after specialists in India and has over 45 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 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 is the assessment of motor responses and sensory neuron and includes the following:

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

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?

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

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.