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BIOGRAPHY

Conditions Treated by Dr. Raghuram G

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. Raghuram G treats:

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

Signs and symptoms treated by Dr. Raghuram G

Neurological conditions produce different symptoms ranging from mild to severe. You should never ignore any such symptoms because these may lead to severe results if left unaddressed. Some of the signs and symptoms that neurological disorders can produce are listed below.

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

The above symptoms appear mainly due to conditions that can adversely affect the nervous system. The symptoms can vary from person to person because the nervous system regulates different body functions. Symptoms can include all forms of pain.

Operating Hours of Dr. Raghuram G

The working hour of doctor Raghuram G 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. Raghuram G

Dr Raghuram G is a renowned neurosurgeon who performs a number of popular procedures mentioned below::

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

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
  • DNB

Past Experiences

  • Senior Resident, General Surgery - Jaslok Hospital and Research Centre, Mumbai
  • Senior Resident, Neurosurgery - BGS Global Hospitals, Advanced Neuroscience Institute, Bangalore
  • Senior Resident, Neurosurgery - Lokmanya Tilak Municipal General Hospital, Mumbai
  • Senior Resident, Neurosurgery - Jaslok Hospital and Research Centre, Mumbai
  • Consultant - BGS Global Hospitals, Advanced Neuroscience Institute, Bangalore
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CERTIFICATIONS (1)

  • Fellowship - Stereotactic and Functional Neurosurgery - Tokyo Medical University, Japan, 2011

MEMBERSHIPS (1)

  • Tamil Nadu Medical Council

RESEARCH PAPERS AND PUBLICATIONS (1)

  • He has presented an number of papers nationally and internationally, notable being, a paper on DBS for Meige syndrome in the world society meet, in 2013, in Tokyo and two papers in the world society of stereotactic and functional neurosurgery meet, in 2015, in Mumbai.

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PROCEDURES

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

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What area of specialization does Dr. Raghuram G have?
Dr. Raghuram G is a specialized Neurosurgeon and is one of the most sought after doctors in Bengaluru, India.
Does Dr. Raghuram G offer Telemedicine Consultation through Medigence?
No, this doctor does not offer telemedicine via MediGence
How many years of experience does Dr. Raghuram G have?
Dr. Raghuram G is one of the most sought after specialists in India and has over 10 years of experience.

FAQ's Related to Neurosurgeon

What does a Neurosurgeon do?

Neurosurgeons, also known as brain surgeons, are doctors who specialize in the surgical treatment of conditions that affect the nervous system, brain, and spine. Neurosurgeons first have the training which makes them eligible to practise as a doctor. After this, they complete specialist training in neurosurgery. 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

A neurosurgeon will recommend you one or more diagnostic tests before and during consultation in order to find out the case of the condition and start the right treatment. A neurological examination is the assessment of motor responses and sensory neuron and includes the following:

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

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?

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 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.