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Dr. Satish Rudrappa

Dr. Satish Rudrappa

Neurosurgeon ·
Bangalore, India

34 Years of experience ·
Languages Spoken: Kannada , English

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About Dr. Satish Rudrappa

Conditions Treated by Dr. Satish Rudrappa

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. Satish Rudrappa treats:

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

Signs and symptoms treated by Dr. Satish Rudrappa

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.

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

When the brain is damaged, it affects different things, including memory, sensation, and even an individual’s personality. Brain disorders are caused by illness, genetics, and traumatic injury. These disorders can produce different symptoms.

Operating Hours of Dr. Satish Rudrappa

If you wish to see Dr Satish Rudrappa in his clinic/hospital, you can visit him between 11 am and 5 pm (Monday to Saturday). The doctor doesn’t work on Sunday. Call the doctor or his attendant to confirm his/her availability because the doctor may not be available due to some personal reasons or any emergencies.

Popular Procedures performed by Dr. Satish Rudrappa

Some of the popular procedures that Dr Satish Rudrappa perform are given below::

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

One of the eminent neurosurgeons in the world, Dr. Satish Rudrappa 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

  • MBBS
  • MCh
  • FRCS

Work Experiences

  • Senior Consultant Neurosurgeon & Spine Surgeon at Sri Satya Sai Institute of Higher medical sciences
  • Senior Consultant Neurosurgeon & Spine Surgeon at Manipal Hospital

Certifications (3)

  • Fellow in Spine Surgery - Wayne State University, Detroit, Michigan, USA, 1998
  • FRCS - Neurosurgery - Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons (RCPS), Glasgow, 2018
  • Fellow Microvascular Anaesthomosis - Henry Ford Hospital (USA), 2000

Memberships (5)

  • Indian Medical Association (IMA)
  • Neurological Society of India
  • Bangalore Neurological Society
  • Association of Spine surgeons of India (ASSI)
  • Association of Spine international

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Procedures Performed

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Dr. Satish Rudrappa is a specialized Neurosurgeon and is one of the most sought after doctors in Bengaluru, India.

No, this doctor does not offer telemedicine via MediGence

Dr. Satish Rudrappa is one of the most sought after specialists in India and has over 31 years of experience.

FAQ's Related to Neurosurgeon

Dr. Satish Rudrappa 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. 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.

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. A neurological examination is the assessment of motor responses and sensory neuron and includes the following:

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

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

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

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.

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