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BIOGRAPHY

Conditions Treated by Dr. Veeresh U Mathad

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. Veeresh U Mathad treats:

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

Signs and symptoms treated by Dr. Veeresh U Mathad

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.

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

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. Veeresh U Mathad

You can find Doctor Veeresh U Mathad 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. Veeresh U Mathad

The popular procedures that Dr. Veeresh U Mathad performs are listed below:

  • Brain Tumour Treatment

Dr. Veeresh U Mathad 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
  • MCh

Past Experiences

  • Consultant - Apollo Hospital Bannerghatta Road,, Bangalore
  • Consultant - BGS Gleneagles Global Hospital Kengeri
  • Global Team of Board Certified Surgeons and Medical Specialists
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MEMBERSHIPS (7)

  • Cerebrovascular society of India
  • Neurological Society of India
  • Society of Neuro-Vascular Interventions
  • Indian Society of Pediatric Neurosurgery
  • Society of Neurointerventional Surgery
  • Neurological Association
  • Bangalore Neurological Society

RESEARCH PAPERS AND PUBLICATIONS (1)

  • Various research articles and papers submitted in international and national journals.

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PROCEDURES

  • Brain Tumour Treatment

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What area of specialization does Dr. Veeresh U Mathad have?
Dr. Veeresh U Mathad is a specialized Neurosurgeon and is one of the most sought after doctors in Bengaluru, India.
Does Dr. Veeresh U Mathad offer Telemedicine Consultation through Medigence?
No, this doctor does not offer telemedicine via MediGence
How many years of experience does Dr. Veeresh U Mathad have?
Dr. Veeresh U Mathad is one of the most sought after specialists in India and has over 10 years of experience.

FAQ's Related to Neurosurgeon

What does a Neurosurgeon do?

Neurosurgeons provide surgical treatment for the conditions of the brain and spine. They are considered some of the highly experienced and trained specialists in medicine and are involved in consulting with other doctors about various cases. Neurosurgeons treat people with a range of neurological issues, such as lower back pain, brain tumor, carpal tunnel syndrome, and peripheral nervous system disorders. 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

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. A neurological exam or a neuro exam is the evaluation of an individual’s nervous system to know how well it is functioning and find out an underlying condition. A neurological exam may include:

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

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?

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.