Pediatric Neurosurgeon ·
Asan Medical Centre , Seoul, South Korea
28 Years of experience ·
Languages Spoken: Korean , English
Pediatric neurosurgeon Young Shin Ra treats the following conditions:
Surgery for brain tumor in children depends on a number of factors like type, size, type, and location of the tumor. It might also sometimes depend on your child's age and health. If the tumor is located in a position that is easy to access, the surgery can be performed easily and the pediatric neurosurgeon will remove the brain tumor without leading to any complications.
Consult your pediatric neurosurgeons if your child experiences any of the below symptoms. Early detection of the condition can help control the severity of the symptoms and can be effectively treated. These symptoms should be thoroughly discussed with the neurosurgeon who will ask you to get some diagnostic tests done and then will design the treatment plan. Some of the signs and symptoms of neurological disorders are listed below:
Autism is one of the most common neurological disorders in children which shows symptoms like impaired social interaction, restricted, repetitive pattern of behavior, adherence to routines and restricted interests, impairment of verbal and non-verbal communication. Children with autism often perceive things in a different way compared to other children. Operating Hours of Dr. Young Shin Ra The working hours of doctor Young Shin Ra is 11 am to 6 pm from Monday to Saturday. The doctor has an off on Sunday. However, he is available on Sunday in case of an 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.
The popular procedures that Dr. Young Shin Ra performs are listed below:
Dr Young Shin Ra performs various procedures with high precision and accuracy. With a vast experience in neurosurgery and holding a record for performing a number of brain procedures with a high success rate, the neurosurgeon has received recognition for his holistic approach..The doctor follows all medical protocols and provides care of international standards. Patient safety is the top priority. The doctor can handle even the most complicated cases with ease. The specialist also ensures speedy recovery of the patient with personal care and human touch. 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:
A sleep study is a specific test that gives diagnosis and classification of sleep disorders. Devices like actigraphs may also be used to diagnose sleep disorders. A lumbar puncture is performed in the lower back. In this procedure, a needle is inserted in the lumbar bones to remove some cerebrospinal fluid.
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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