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Dr. Sudish Karunakaran M S

Dr. Sudish Karunakaran M S

Neurosurgeon ·
, Kochi, India

20 Years of experience ·
Languages Spoken: Malayalam , English

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About Dr. Sudish Karunakaran M S

Conditions Treated by Dr. Sudish Karunakaran M S

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. Sudish Karunakaran M S treats:

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

Signs and symptoms treated by Dr. Sudish Karunakaran M S

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.

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

Neurological disorders can cause mixed symptoms, such as difficulties in moving, speaking, learning, swallowing, breathing. According to brain specialists, there are more than 600 neurologic diseases that cause mild to severe symptoms. Having a neurological disease could have a deep impact on the patient’s life. It is very important that a person should seek medical advice from a neurologist.

Operating Hours of Dr. Sudish Karunakaran M S

You can find Doctor Sudish Karunakaran M S in the clinic/hospital 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. Sudish Karunakaran M S

Some of the popular procedures that Dr Sudish Karunakaran M S perform are given below::

  • Laminectomy
  • Deep Brain Stimulation
  • Microdiscectomy
  • Scoliosis Surgery
  • Disc Replacement ( Cervical /Lumber)
  • VP Shunt
  • Craniotomy

Dr. Sudish Karunakaran M S 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

  • MBBS – Kerala University (1996)
  • MRCS (Edinburgh)-Royal College, Edinburgh (2000)
  • MCh Neurosurgery- Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute of Sciences and Technology, India (2003)

Work Experiences

  • Sr. Consultant Neurosurgeon-Medical Trust Hospital, Kochi-Jan 2008 – May 2018
  • Consultant Neurosurgeon-Frenchay Hospital, Bristol, UK-Jan 2006 – Dec 2007
  • Specialist Registrar-Walsgrave Hospital, Coventry, UK-Oct 2005 – Dec 2005
  • Clinical Attachee.-Newcastle General Hospital, Newcastle, UK.-Aug 2005 – Sep 2005
  • Neurosurgery Consultant– Baby Memorial Hospital, Calicut, Kerala, India. Jan 2005 – May 2005.
  • Specialist Postdoctoral fellowship in Neurovascular surgery.-Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute of Medical Sciences and Technology, Trivandrum, India.-Jan 2004 – Dec 2004.
  • MCh Neurosurgery Registrar-Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute of Medical Sciences and Technology, Trivandrum, India.-Jan 2000 – Dec 2003
  • General Surgery DNB Registrar-Medical college, Trivandrum, India.-Aug 1998 – Dec 1999
  • Senior Houseman in Neurosurgery.-Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute of Medical Sciences and Technology, Trivandrum, India.-Aug 1997 – July 1998
  • SHO in Orthopaedics.-Department of Orthopaedics, Medical College, Trivandrum, India-Jan 1997 – June 1997
  • Pre-registration -House Officer.-Medical College Hospital, Trivandrum, India.-Dec 1995 -12/1/1996

Certifications (4)

  • FRCS Neurosurgery (London)-Royal College of Surgeons of England (2007)
  • Postdoctoral Fellow Neurovascular Surgery -Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute of Sciences and Technology, India (2004)
  • Postdoctoral Fellow Paediatric Neurosurgery Bristol, UK (2007)

Memberships (2)

  • Neurological Society of India
  • Royal College of Surgeons, UK

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Procedures Performed

ALIF - Anterior Lumbar Interbody Fusion
Anterior Cervical Discectomy
Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion - ACDF
Artificial Lumbar Disc Replacement
Carotid Endarterectomy (CEA)
Cerebral Angiogram
Cerebral Angioplasty
Cerebral Dorsal Rhizotomy
Cervical Corpectomy
Cervical Decompression
Cervical Fusion
Craniotomy
Deep Brain Stimulation
Disc Replacement ( Cervical /Lumber)
Laminectomy
Microdiscectomy
Scoliosis Surgery
Spinal Decompression and Fixation
VP Shunt

Frequently Asked Questions

Dr. Sudish Karunakaran M S is a specialized Neurosurgeon and is one of the most sought after doctors in Kochi, India.

No, this doctor does not offer telemedicine via MediGence

Dr. Sudish Karunakaran M S is one of the most sought after specialists in India and has over 20 years of experience.

FAQ's Related to Neurosurgeon

Dr. Sudish Karunakaran M S 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 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.

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

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

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

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.

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