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BIOGRAPHY

Conditions Treated by Dr. V K Jain

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. V K Jain treats:

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

Signs and symptoms treated by Dr. V K Jain

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.

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

When the brain is damaged, it affects different things, including memory, sensation, and even an individual’s personality. Brain disorders are caused by illness, genetics, and traumatic injury. These disorders can produce different symptoms.

Operating Hours of Dr. V K Jain

You can find Doctor V K Jain in the clinic/hospital from 11 am to 5 pm (Monday to Saturday). The doctor is not available on Sunday. You should confirm the doctor’s availability you visit him. This is because, sometimes, the doctor is out of the station or might be occupied in some emergencies.

Popular Procedures performed by Dr. V K Jain

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

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

One of the eminent neurosurgeons in the world, Dr. V K Jain has specialized in the surgical treatment of diseases of the nervous system. The doctor works with a team of highly experienced physicians and can handle even the most complex with quite an ease. The neurosurgeon follows all medical protocols to ensure patient safety.

Qualification

  • MBBS, King George Medical College, Lucknow 1974
  • MCh (Neurosurgery), NIMHANS, Bangalore 1981

Past Experiences

  • Assistant Prof. at NIMHANS, Bangalore, Sept 1981 to Dec 1984
  • Associate Prof. at NIMHANS, Bangalore, Dec 1984 to Sept 1987
  • Additional Prof. at SGPGIMS, LKO, Sept 1987 to April 1999
  • Prof. at SGPGIMS, LKO, April 1999 to Feb 2010
  • Chairman Neurosurgery, Sir Ganga Ram Hospital, since Feb 2010"
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CERTIFICATIONS (5)

  • Micro-neurosurgery Fellowship at Fujita Health University for 1 year (Nov 1985 to Oct 1986)
  • Course of Technical Instruction and study at the Brain Atlas Operators course in June 1992 at Mundelein, IL, USA
  • Dosimetry & Dose planning course at Gamma Knife Centre, Komaki City Hospital, Nagoya, Japan in May 1999
  • International Workshop on Stereotactic Techniques Oct1998 at Karolinska Hospital, Department of Neurosurgery, Stockholm, Sweden
  • Visiting Fellow, Hannover, Germany, 1st July to 7th July, 2001"

RESEARCH PAPERS AND PUBLICATIONS (1)

  • Numerous publications, articles, book chapters in international and national publications/journals

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PROCEDURES

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

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What area of specialization does Dr. V K Jain have?
Dr. V K Jain is a specialized Neurosurgeon and is one of the most sought after doctors in New Delhi, India.
Does Dr. V K Jain offer Telemedicine Consultation through Medigence?
No, this doctor does not offer telemedicine via MediGence
How many years of experience does Dr. V K Jain have?
Dr. V K Jain is one of the most sought after specialists in India and has over 44 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

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 may include the following:

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

For the diagnosis of neurological conditions, you need to have one or more of the following tests::

  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?

If you show the below symptoms, consult a neurosurgeon who will diagnose the condition and suggest the right treatment.

  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.