Dr. Simon Stapleton

Conditions Treated by Dr. Simon Stapleton

A neurosurgeon is a medical specialist who diagnoses and treats conditions affecting the nervous system, including the brain, peripheral nerves, spinal cord, and spine. Neurosurgeons offer non-operative as well as surgical treatment to patients. Here is a list of some of the conditions Dr. Simon Stapleton treats:

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

Signs and symptoms treated by Dr. Simon Stapleton

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.

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

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. Simon Stapleton

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

The popular procedures that Dr. Simon Stapleton performs are listed below:

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

With a rich experience in neurosurgery and having a record for performing a number of successful brain surgeries with a high success rate, the neurosurgeon has received global recognition for their holistic approach. Patient safety is the top priority for the doctor who follows all medical protocols and provides care of international standards. Also, the doctor can handle even the most complicated cases with ease.