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Dr. Sang Am

Dr. Sang Am

Neurosurgeon ·
, Seoul, South Korea

14 Years of experience ·
Languages Spoken: Korean , English

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About Dr. Sang Am

Conditions Treated by Dr. Sang Am

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. Sang Am treats:

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

Signs and symptoms treated by Dr. Sang Am

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.

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

Doctor Sang Am 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.

Popular Procedures performed by Dr. Sang Am

Some of the popular procedures that Dr Sang Am perform are given below::

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

Dr. Sang Am 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.

Qualification

  • 1992 .03 to 1995 .08 Ph.D. in Medicine, Yonsei University
  • 1985 .09 to 1987 .08 Master of Medicine, Yonsei University
  • 1978 .03 to 1984 .02 Bachelor of Medicine, Yonsei University

Work Experiences

  • 2016 .09 to present Director and Senior Professor, Department of Neurology, Seoul Asan Hospital, Ulsan University
  • 2005 .04 to present Professor of Neurology, Seoul Asan Hospital, Ulsan University
  • 2000 .04 to 2005 .03 Associate Professor of Neurology, Seoul Asan Hospital, Ulsan University
  • 1997 .07 to 1998 .06 Yale University Training
  • 1996 .04 to 2000 .03 Assistant Professor of Neurology, Seoul Asan Hospital, Ulsan University
  • 1994 .03 to 1996 .03 Full-time lecturer in neurology at Ulsan University Seoul Asan Hospital

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Procedures Performed

Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis Treatment
ALIF - Anterior Lumbar Interbody Fusion
Anterior Cervical Discectomy
Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion - ACDF
Arthrodesis
Artificial Lumbar Disc Replacement
Brain Tumour Treatment
Cervical Corpectomy
Cervical Decompression
Cervical Fusion
Craniotomy
Deep Brain Stimulation
Disc Replacement ( Cervical /Lumber)
Kyphoplasty
Laminectomy
Microdiscectomy
Spinal Decompression and Fixation
Spinal Fusion

Frequently Asked Questions

Dr. Sang Am is a specialized Neurosurgeon and is one of the most sought after doctors in Seoul, South Korea.

No, this doctor does not offer telemedicine via MediGence

Dr. Sang Am is one of the most sought after specialists in South Korea and has over years of experience.

FAQ's Related to Neurosurgeon

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 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.

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 may include the following:

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

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

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

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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