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BIOGRAPHY

Qualification and Experience

Dr. Shlomo Davidovich is an experienced surgeon working at the Herzliya Medical Center, Herzliya, Israel. He has over 20 years of experience in his field of medicine. He obtained his medical education from medical school in Italy, MD. He then completed his residency in the field of neurosurgery. He also further did a fellowship on the use of endoscopic techniques in the field of neurosurgery, Baltimore, USA. He specializes in herniated disc surgery and minimally invasive spinal surgery. 

Contribution to Medical Science

Dr. Shlomo has been a part of various different research papers published in many international medical journals. He is also a member of the Israeli Association of Neurosurgery and the International Association of Neuroendoscopy. Dr. Shlomo also serves as an Instructor of international courses in neuroendoscopy of the pituitary gland and skull base, Drexel University College of Medicine, USA. He currently holds the positions of Senior neurosurgeon at Herzliya Medical Center and Head of Spinal Surgery Endoscopes, Beilinson Hospital. 

Conditions Treated by Dr. Shlomo Davidovich

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. Shlomo Davidovich treats:

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

Signs and symptoms treated by Dr. Shlomo Davidovich

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.

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

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. Shlomo Davidovich

Doctor Shlomo Davidovich 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. Shlomo Davidovich

Dr Shlomo Davidovich is a renowned neurosurgeon who performs a number of popular procedures mentioned below::

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

Dr. Shlomo Davidovich 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

  • Graduated from medical school in Italy, MD, 1993
  • Medical Degree - Israel, 1994
  • Residency in the field of Neurosurgery, 2003

Past Experiences

  • Attending physician at the Institute of Minimally Invasive Neurosurgery in Pittsburgh, United States, 2005-2008
  • Head of the neuroendoscopy unit at the neurosurgery department of Beilinson medical center, Israel, Since 2008
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CERTIFICATIONS (1)

  • Fellowship on the use of endoscopic techniques in the field of neurosurgery, Baltimore, USA, 2006

MEMBERSHIPS (2)

  • Israeli Association of Neurosurgery
  • International Association of Neuroendoscopy

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PROCEDURES

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

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many years of experience does Dr. Shlomo Davidovich have being a neurosurgeon in Israel?

Dr. Shlomo has over 22 years of experience.

What are the primary treatments and surgeries does Dr. Shlomo Davidovich as a neurosurgeon?

He specializes in herniated disc surgery and minimally invasive spinal surgery.

Does Dr. Shlomo Davidovich provide Online Consultation?

Yes, Dr. Shlomo Davidovich provides online consultation through MediGence.

What associations is Dr. Shlomo Davidovich part of?

Dr. Shlomo is a part of the Israeli Association of Neurosurgery and the International Association of Neuroendoscopy.

When do you need to see a neurosurgeon such as Dr. Shlomo Davidovich?

Neurosurgeons are trained physicians who can operate and conduct procedures on the brain and other nervous system parts to help cure a different disease. They are also experts on the diagnosis and treatment of neurologic disorders.

How to connect with Dr. Shlomo Davidovich for Online Consultation through MediGence?

He can be easily consulted by registering your profile with medigence and writing down your inquiry. A meeting with the surgeon will be scheduled. Following which the consultation can be done.

What area of specialization does Dr. Shlomo Davidovich have?
Dr. Shlomo Davidovich is a specialized Neurosurgeon and is one of the most sought after doctors in Herzliya, Israel.
Does Dr. Shlomo Davidovich offer Telemedicine Consultation through Medigence?
No, this doctor does not offer telemedicine via MediGence
How many years of experience does Dr. Shlomo Davidovich have?
Dr. Shlomo Davidovich is one of the most sought after specialists in Israel and has over 20 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 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.

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:

  • Myelogram
  • Spinal MRI
  • Blood Tests
  • Spinal X-ray
  • CT Brain
  • Neurological exam
  • MRI Brain
  • Nerve conduction velocity studies/electromyography
  • Lumbar Puncture
  • Physical 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
When should you go to see a neurosurgeon?

You need to visit a neurosurgeon if you show any of the following signs:

  1. Numbness and pain
  2. Weak grip
  3. Persistent headache/migraine
  4. Impaired movement
  5. Seizures
  6. Balance issues

Neurosurgeons help in the diagnosis and treatment of the conditions of the nervous system. They are mostly involved in complicated surgery of the brain. They offer surgical treatment for the conditions affecting any part of the body, caused mainly due to nerve issues.