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BIOGRAPHY

Qualification and Experience

Dr. Swatantra Mishra is a highly acclaimed neurosurgeon with clinical experience of more than 20 years. He is currently providing his services as Senior Consultant-Neurosurgeon in IBS Hospital, Lajpat Nagar, New Delhi. In his career, he was also associated with the Institute of Brain and Spine, Holy Family Hospital, and Sir Ganga Ram Hospital. Dr. Mishra completed his MBBS from Rajasthan University, Jaipur, India. Later, he did his MS in Neuro Surgery from the Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Chandigarh. He has also done M.Ch. from the Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Chandigarh. 

Contribution to Medical Science

Dr. Swatantra Mishra has completed more than 5000 brain and spine surgeries with a high success rate. He was awarded a fellowship in Brain and Epilepsy surgery from Columbia Presbyterian hospital New York and in Spine from Cleveland clinics the USA. Dr. Mishra is an expert in performing various neurological surgeries such as spinal tumors and brain tumor surgeries with the use of advanced technologies. Research papers of Dr. Mishra have been published in various journals. He is an esteemed member of various organizations including the Neurological Society of India, Neurosurgical Spine Surgeons of India, North American Spine Society, and Skull Base Society of India.

Conditions Treated by Dr. Swatantra Mishra

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. Swatantra Mishra treats:

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

Signs and symptoms treated by Dr. Swatantra Mishra

Neurological conditions produce different symptoms ranging from mild to severe. You should never ignore any such symptoms because these may lead to severe results if left unaddressed. Some of the signs and symptoms that neurological disorders can produce are listed below.

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

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. Swatantra Mishra

If you wish to see Dr Swatantra Mishra 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. Swatantra Mishra

With several years of experience and deep knowledge, Dr Swatantra Mishra has successfully performed a wide range of surgeries. Some of the popular procedures performed by the specialists include::

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

Dr. Swatantra Mishra 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

  • MBBS
  • MS (Neuro Surgery)
  • MCh (Neuro Surgery)

Past Experiences

  • Sir Ganga Ram Hospital, Delhi as a Junior Consultant (1998-2008)
  • Holy Family Hospital, Delhi as a Sr. Consultant (2008-2016)
  • Senior Consultant-Neurosurgeon in Institute of Brain and Spine, Sunflag (2011-15)
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MEMBERSHIPS (4)

  • Delhi Medical Association (DMA)
  • NSI
  • ASSINASS - North American Spine Society
  • Skull Base Surgery Soceity of India (SBSSI)

RESEARCH PAPERS AND PUBLICATIONS (1)

  • Research papers of Dr. Mishra have been published in various journals.

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PROCEDURES

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

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What area of specialization does Dr. Swatantra Mishra have?
Dr. Swatantra Mishra is a specialized Neurosurgeon and is one of the most sought after doctors in New Delhi, India.
Does Dr. Swatantra Mishra offer Telemedicine Consultation through Medigence?
No, this doctor does not offer telemedicine via MediGence
How many years of experience does Dr. Swatantra Mishra have?
Dr. Swatantra Mishra is one of the most sought after specialists in India and has over 25 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 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

You may have one or more diagnostic tests so that doctors can know the cause of your condition and make effective treatment strategies. A neurological examination may include the following:

  • Lumbar Puncture
  • CT Brain
  • MRI Brain
  • Spinal MRI
  • Physical Exam
  • Myelogram
  • Blood Tests
  • Nerve conduction velocity studies/electromyography
  • Spinal X-ray
  • Neurological 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 perform complicated operations on the brain. Also, they deal with the whole nervous system and treat all the body parts that are affected by nerve issues. Typically, a neurosurgeon will diagnose patients' symptoms and come up with minimally invasive treatment plans.