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BIOGRAPHY

Conditions Treated by Dr. Zvi Ram

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. Zvi Ram treats:

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

Signs and symptoms treated by Dr. Zvi Ram

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

The above symptoms appear mainly due to conditions that can adversely affect the nervous system. The symptoms can vary from person to person because the nervous system regulates different body functions. Symptoms can include all forms of pain.

Operating Hours of Dr. Zvi Ram

The working hour of doctor Zvi Ram is 11 am to 5 pm from Monday to Saturday. The doctor has an off 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. Zvi Ram

Dr Zvi Ram is a renowned neurosurgeon who performs a number of popular procedures mentioned below::

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

With a rich experience in neurosurgery and having a record for performing a number of successful brain surgeries with a high success rate, the neurosurgeon has received global recognition for their holistic approach. Patient safety is the top priority for the doctor who follows all medical protocols and provides care of international standards. Also, the doctor can handle even the most complicated cases with ease.

Qualification

  • Medical School, Tel Aviv University, Sackler School of Medicine
  • Postgraduate Courses: Neurology and Neurosurgery, Tel Aviv University, Sackler School of medicine
  • European Course in Neurosurgery: Infratentorial Tumors and Hydrocephalus, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
  • Microsurgical Techniques, Universitatsspital, Zurich
  • Neuropathology Review course, Bethesda, Maryland
  • Microsurgery of the basal cisterns, Denver, Colorado
  • Endoscopy and endoscopy-assisted microsurgery, Tutlingen/Mainz, Germany
  • Endoscopic Transsphenoidal Surgery, Vienna, Austria
  • Endoscopic approaches to the skull base. UPMC, Pittsburgh, USA

Past Experiences

  • Rotating Internship, Chaim Sheba Medical Center, Tel Hashomer
  • Neurosurgery Resident, Chaim Sheba Medical Center, Tel Hashomer
  • General & Vascular Surgery Resident, Chaim Sheba Medical Center, Tel Hashomer
  • Neurosurgery Senior Resident, Chaim Sheba Medical Center, Tel Hashomer
  • Neurosurgery Chief Resident, Chaim Sheba Medical Center, Tel Hashomer
  • 1994-1999 Attending Neurosurgeon, Chaim Sheba Medical Center, Tel Hashomer
  • 1999-2003 Deputy Chairman, Dep. Of Neurosurgery, Chaim Sheba Medical Center, Tel Hashomer
  • 2003 – Present Director, Department of Neurosurgery, Tel Aviv Sourasky Medical Center
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MEMBERSHIPS (18)

  • Israel Medical Association, Israel
  • Israel Neurosurgical Society, Israel
  • Israel Surgical Society, Israel
  • Society of Neurosurgical Research, USA
  • American Association of Neurosurgery, USA
  • Congress of Neurosurgery, USA
  • The International Pituitary Club, USA
  • European Association of Neurosurgical cieties - Neurooncology Committee, Europe
  • Secretary - The Israeli Society of Neurosurgery
  • Delegate to the World Federation of Neurosurgery
  • European Association of Neurooncology (EANO)
  • World Federation of Neurosurgical Societies – Neurooncology Committe
  • AANS/CNS Joint Section of Tumors USA
  • ‏Member – Israel Med Association Scientific Council, Israel
  • ‏Israel Cancer Association – Neurooncology Committee, Israel
  • Ministry of Health – The National Council For Surgery, Anesthesia and Intensive Care, Israel
  • Chairman - Neurooncology Committee of the EANS
  • Ministry of Health - National IRB for gene therapy and cell based therapeutics

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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. Zvi Ram have?
Dr. Zvi Ram is a specialized Neurosurgeon and is one of the most sought after doctors in Tel Aviv, Israel.
Does Dr. Zvi Ram offer Telemedicine Consultation through Medigence?
No, this doctor does not offer telemedicine via MediGence
How many years of experience does Dr. Zvi Ram have?
Dr. Zvi Ram is one of the most sought after specialists in Israel and has over 25 Years 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 have to undergo one or more diagnostic tests before and during a consultation with a neurosurgeon. The result of the tests will help the doctor determine the root cause of the disease and plan the treatment accordingly. A neurological examination is the assessment of motor responses and sensory neuron and includes the following:

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

Here are some of the common signs that you must seek the medical assistance of 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.