Pediatric Neurosurgeon ·
Saudi German Hospital , Dubai, United Arab Emirates
20 Years of experience ·
Languages Spoken: English , Arabic
The conditions that a pediatric neurosurgeon Mohamed Fouad Ibrahim treats are listed below:
Brain tumor surgery is a complicated procedure and requires in-depth expertise and monitoring in order to avoid any complications, which otherwise can damage the brain. In some cases, it is easy to separate tumors from adjacent tissues, which makes surgery easy. While in some cases, it is difficult to separate the tumors from the surrounding tissues. In these cases, the pediatric neurosurgeon will remove as much of the tumor as possible.
In case your child shows any of the below-given symptoms, consult a pediatric neurosurgeon who will help diagnose the underlying conditions. Some conditions may be mild while others may be severe. The list of symptoms include:
Autism symptoms become more clear during early childhood. But symptoms may also appear later or earlier. The early symptoms include delay in language and social development. Other symptoms include problems with communication and restricted patterns of behavior and activities. Operating Hours of Dr. Mohamed Fouad Ibrahim If you wish to seek consultation from Dr Mohamed Fouad Ibrahim in his private clinic or hospital, you must visit him between 11 am and 6 pm from Monday to Saturday. Dr Mohamed Fouad Ibrahim is not available on Sunday. The doctor can be reached at any time in case of emergency. You can connect with the doctor or his attendant to confirm his/her availability because the doctor may not be available in the given time due to some personal reasons or any emergencies.
Some of the popular procedures that Dr Mohamed Fouad Ibrahim perform are listed below:
Dr. Mohamed Fouad Ibrahim is a highly experienced pediatric neurosurgeon who is known for his patient-centric approach and deep subject knowledge. The doctor assesses the condition of the patient before performing any procedure in order to find 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 performs a variety of brain and spine surgeries using the latest techniques. Brain tumor in children can be treated through craniotomy which involves removal of a small portion of the skull . The doctor performs craniotomy to have complete access to the brain to treat brain tumor. During the surgery, the neurosurgeon removes the 'bone flap' from the child's skull. The surgery allows the doctor to see the child's brain and then remove the tumour.
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Pediatric neurosurgeons, also known as child brain surgeons, are doctors who specialize in the surgical treatment of children. They treat conditions that affect the nervous system, brain, and spine. Neurosurgeons first have the training which makes them eligible to practice as a doctor. After this, they complete specialist training in neurosurgery. A pediatric neurosurgeon’s training is very rigorous. To have expertise in pediatrics, neurosurgeons continue their training after residency to complete a fellowship. Pediatric neurosurgeons work in different settings like private clinics and public or private hospitals. They work with other specialists and medical professionals as per the requirement of surgery. They access the condition of the patient before performing surgery.
A pediatric neurosurgeon evaluates the condition of a child and recommends tests to diagnose disorders. A child has to undergo neurological examination which may include the following:
Electromyography is a diagnostic procedure to evaluate the condition of muscles and nerve cells. An evoked potential is an electrical potential recorded in a specific pattern from a certain part of the nervous system. Magnetic resonance imaging is a technique that uses magnets and radio waves to get detailed pictures of the inside organs of the body.
Your primary physician may refer your child to a pediatric neurosurgeon if they find that the symptoms in your child are related to the nervous system and may require surgery. The pediatric neurosurgeon works in close coordination with your primary doctor and may suggest some specific tests to confirm the underlying conditions. The neurosurgeon then evaluates the test reports and determines a treatment plan for your child. If your child shows below signs and symptoms, consider seeing a pediatric neurosurgeon who will evaluate the condition and suggest required diagnostic tests to detect the underlying conditions. Below are some of these signs and symptoms:
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