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Conditions Treated by Dr. V Ratnakar

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. V Ratnakar treats:

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

Signs and symptoms treated by Dr. V Ratnakar

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.

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

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. V Ratnakar

Doctor V Ratnakar is available from 11 am to 5 pm (Monday to Saturday). The doctor is not available 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. V Ratnakar

Dr V Ratnakar is a renowned neurosurgeon who performs a number of popular procedures mentioned below::

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

Dr. V Ratnakar 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

  • Master of Neurosurgery(Mch-Master of Chirurgiae)- Nizam’s Institute of Medical Sciences, Hyderabad, India (2011 - 2014)
  • Master of Surgery(General Surgery)-Osmania Medical College, Hyderabad, India (2007 - 2010)
  • Bachelor of Medicine(MBBS) -Gandhi Medical College,, Hyderabad, India (2000 - 2006)

Past Experiences

  • Currently associated with Lifecare Hospital.
  • MaxCure Hospital, Consultant Neurosurgery
  • Global Team of Board Certified Surgeons and Medical Specialists
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PROCEDURES

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

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What area of specialization does Dr. V Ratnakar have?
Dr. V Ratnakar is a specialized Neurosurgeon and is one of the most sought after doctors in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.
Does Dr. V Ratnakar offer Telemedicine Consultation through Medigence?
No, this doctor does not offer telemedicine via MediGence
How many years of experience does Dr. V Ratnakar have?
Dr. V Ratnakar is one of the most sought after specialists in United Arab Emirates and has over 14 Years 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 both in private and public hospitals. They also see patients in a clinic or surgery. They work closely with specialists and health professionals as part of a medical team, such as a critical care team or a hospital stroke team.

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

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

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?

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

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.