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About Dr. Sonal Gupta

  • Dr. Sonal Gupta is an experienced neurosurgeon with more than 20 years of clinical expertise.
  • She is currently the Director of neuro & Spine Surgery at Fortis Hospital, Shalimar Bagh.
  • Before joining Fortis, she was associated with various organizations such as Maharaja Agrasen Hospital, Action Balaji Hospital, and Max Hospital.
  • She also worked as Neurosurgery Registrar, at Salford Royal Hospital (UK). Dr. Sonal completed her M.B.B. S, Baroda Medical College, Gujarat in 1992 and did her M.Ch (Neurosurgery) from Sreechitra Institute of Medical Science & Technology, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala in the year 1997.
  • She had also done DNB (Neurosurgery) in 1998.

Conditions treated by Dr. Sonal Gupta

  • Brain Tumor
  • Scoliosis
  • Tourette's Syndrome
  • Disc Degeneration
  • Multiple Sclerosis
  • Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
  • Pituitary Adenoma
  • Meningiomas
  • Meningioma
  • Achondroplasia
  • Brain Cancers- Astrocytoma
  • Oligodendrogliomas
  • Pinched Nerve
  • Congenital Spine Disorders
  • Ependymomas
  • Csf Obstruction
  • Vertebral Osteoporosis
  • Mixed Gliomas
  • Aneurysm
  • Disc Bulge
  • Stroke

Area of Interest

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

Qualification

  • MBBS - The MS University of Baroda, 1992
  • MCh - Neuro Surgery - Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences & Technology, Trivandrum, 1997

Work Experiences

  • Sr. Neurosurgeon, at Max Hospital
  • Sr. Neurosurgeon,at action balaji hospital
  • Sr. Neurosurgeon, at maharaja agarsen hospital
  • Assistant professor aims
  • Neurosurgery registrar, Salford (UK)
  • Assistant professor, minims (Jaipur)
  • Clinical associate, Hinduja Hospital (Mumbai)
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MEMBERSHIPS (2)

  • Neurological Society of India
  • Delhi Neurological Association (DNA)

RESEARCH PAPERS AND PUBLICATIONS (1)

  • Research paper on ‘grading system for clinical-radiological correlation in syringomyelia-chiari malformation’, presented at 46th annual conference of Neurological Society of India.

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PROCEDURES

  • ALIF - Anterior Lumbar Interbody Fusion
  • Anterior Cervical Discectomy
  • Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion - ACDF
  • Artificial Lumbar Disc Replacement
  • Brain Tumour Treatment
  • Carotid Endarterectomy (CEA)
  • Cerebral Angiogram
  • Cerebral Angioplasty
  • Cerebral Dorsal Rhizotomy
  • 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

Q: Is Doctor Sonal Gupta doing teleconsultation on the MediGence platform?

A. Dr. Sonal Gupta is available to teleconsultate on the MediGence platform.

Q: How long is the consultation?

A. The consultation can last up to 15 to 30 minutes. It may go beyond the estimated time which is dependent on the patient’s queries and the medical suggestions of the doctor.

Q: How soon can the consultation be organized?

A. We have Medical specialists and board-certified doctors on our panel of doctors. The consultation will be organized within 24 to 48 hours or based on the availability of the doctor and the patient.

Q: Is follow-up consultation included in the consultation price?

A. No, the follow-up consultation fee is not included in the consultation price. The patient will be required to re-book the consultation.

Q: How do I share my medical record with the doctor for review?

A. The option to share your medical records is available between the steps of the form provided to you on the website.

Q: Can I book my procedure with the doctor post-consultation?

A. Yes. If you are satisfied with the consultation, then you can go ahead with treatment packages for your diagnosis with the help of our case managers.

Q: Is it possible to get the estimate for the procedure?

A. Yes. The cost estimate will be provided to you by our case manager including the doctor’s opinion, the cost estimate, and the crucial information about traveling to your medical destination.

FAQ's Related to Neurosurgeon

What does a Neurosurgeon do?

Dr. Sonal Gupta 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 are regarded as highly trained specialists who perform some of the most critical surgeries on the brain and spine. The nervous system being the most complicated part of the body needs great precision and accuracy while performing surgery. Neurosurgeons also may also consult other specialists and medical professionals as per the requirement of surgery.

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

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

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?

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.

Reviewer

Dr. Abdullah Rahil

MPT (Neuro)

5 Years of Experience

Dr. Abdullah Rahil, M.P.T. (Neurology), served as a Senior Physiotherapist at VIAN Physiotherapy Clinic, Noida (2019-2023), specializing in orthopedic, neurological, and musculoskeletal rehabilitation. Skilled in dry needling, cupping, kinesiology taping, and manual therapy, he managed diverse cases and mentored junior physiotherapists. View More

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