Dr. Rakesh Kumar Dua
Neurosurgeon
Fortis Hospital, Shalimar Bagh , Delhi, India25 Years of experience
Speaks: Hindi , English
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Neurosurgeon
Fortis Hospital, Shalimar Bagh , Delhi, India25 Years of experience
Speaks: Hindi , English
Dr. Rakesh Dua has more than 20 years of clinical experience in spine surgeries. He is currently providing his services as Director, Neuro & Spine Surgery at Fortis Hospital, Shalimar Bagh. Before joining Fortis Hospital, he was associated with Max super-specialist Hospital, Shalimar Bagh as Director Neurosurgery & Head Neuro Spine, and with UCMS & GTB hospital as head of the neurosurgery department. Dr. Dua has done MBBS and MS in General surgery from PGIMS, Rohtak. Later, he completed his m.Ch. in neurosurgery from G. B. PANT Hospital, Delhi University.
Dr. Rakesh Dua has performed several neurological surgeries including the complex cases related to brain and spine disorder. The procedures include complex vascular skull base, spinal decompression & fixation, endoscopic surgeries, neurotrauma, and brain & spine tumors. His areas of special interest include Congenital anomalies in children, Minicraniotomies for tumors and hematomas, and minimally invasive surgery. He has presented various papers in national and international conferences and is also the recipient of Mohan Lal Nayyar Award for Best Senior Resident. Dr. Dua is an esteemed member of various organizations including the Neurospinal Society of India, Neurological Society of India, and Delhi Neurological Association.
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. Rakesh Kumar Dua treats:
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.
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.
Doctor Rakesh Kumar Dua is available 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.
Some of the popular procedures that Dr Rakesh Kumar Dua perform are given below::
Dr. Rakesh Kumar Dua 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.
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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 mostly see patients in their own clinics and public and private hospitals. Sometimes, they have to work with other specialists and medical experts to seek their opinion on diagnosis and surgery techniques. They also evaluate the diagnostic tests to know the exact underlying conditions and accordingly proceed with the treatment.
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. A neurological exam or a neuro exam is the evaluation of an individual’s nervous system to know how well it is functioning and find out an underlying condition. A neurological exam may include:
Some of the diagnostic tests required before and during a consultation with a neurosurgeon are::
Here are some of the common signs that you must seek the medical assistance of a neurosurgeon:
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.
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