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Dr. Gulumser Kiziltas Tokmak

Neurologist

, Istanbul, Turkey

22 Years of experience

 


Dr. Gulumser Kiziltas Tokmak is a specialized Neurologist in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has over of experience and is associated with Hisar Intercontinental Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Gulumser Kiziltas Tokmak is part of:

  • Turkish Medical Association
  • Turkish Neurology Association
  • Turkish Sleep Medicine Association

Qualifications :

  • Okmeydani Education Research Hospital Neurology Clinic
  • M.Sc Istanbul University, Graduate Program of Electrophysiology

Hospital Address :

Saray Mah, Hisar Intercontinental Hospital, Site Yolu Cad, mraniye/Istanbul, Turkey

Dr. Vishal Pawar

Neurologist

, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

15 Years of experience

Speaks: English ,Hindi

 


Dr. Vishal Pawar is a specialized Neurologist in United Arab Emirates. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The doctor has over 10 Years of experience and is associated with Aster DM Healthcare.

Association and Memberships Dr. Vishal Pawar is part of:

  • The Association of British Neurologists

Certifications :

  • Specialty Certificate in Neurology from the Federation of the Royal Colleges of Physicians of the United Kingdom
  • Certificate in Vestibular Assessment and Management, The American Institute of Balance

Qualifications :

  • MBBS
  • DNB (Neurology)
  • DNB (Medicine)

Hospital Address :

Aster DM Healthcare - Dubai - United Arab Emirates

Dr. Fehim Arman

Neurologist

, Istanbul, Turkey

41 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish , English

 


Dr. Fehim Arman is a specialized Neurologist in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has over 41 Years of experience and is associated with Acibadem Fulya Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Fehim Arman is part of:

  • Turkish Neurology Association
  • American Academy of Neurology
  • International League Against Epilepsy
  • Turkish Society of Clinical Neurophysiology EEG EMG

Qualifications :

  • Bonn University Medical Faculty Epileptology
  • Akdeniz University Medical Faculty Neurology Specialist
  • Istanbul University Medical Faculty

Hospital Address :

Dikilita Mahallesi, Acbadem Fulya Hastanesi, Hakk Yeten Caddesi, Beikta/Istanbul, Turkey

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Dr. A K Sahani

Neurologist

, Delhi, India

22 Years of experience

Speaks: Hindi , English

 


Dr. A K Sahani is a specialized Neurologist in India. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in New Delhi, India. The doctor has over 15 Years of experience and is associated with Indian Spinal Injuries Centre.

Association and Memberships Dr. A K Sahani is part of:

  • Indian Academy of Neurology
  • Indian Epilepsy Association (IEA)
  • American Academy of Neurology - AAN

Qualifications :

  • MBBS - Sambalpur University, 1987
  • MD - General Medicine from Utkal University, 1998
  • DM - Neurology from AIIMS, New Delhi, 2002

Hospital Address :

Indian Spinal Injuries Centre, IAA Colony, Sector D, Vasant Kunj, New Delhi, Delhi, India

Dr. Firas Fahoum

Neurologist

, Tel Aviv, Israel

14 Years of experience

Speaks: Hebrew , English

 


Dr. Firas Fahoum is a specialized Neurologist in Israel. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Tel Aviv, Israel. The doctor has over 14 Years of experience and is associated with Tel Aviv Sourasky Medical Center -Ichilov Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Firas Fahoum is part of:

  • 2014- Israeli Medical Association
  • 2012- Israeli League against Epilepsy
  • 2010- American Epilepsy Society
  • 2010- Israeli Neurological Association

Qualifications :

  • 1997-2004 The Hebrew University Hadassah Medical School, Jerusalem, Israel
  • 2004-2006 MSc. in Neurobiology, Hebrew University of Jerusalem, Israel

Hospital Address :

Tel Aviv Medical Center, Retsif Herbert Samuel Street, Tel Aviv-Yafo, Israel

Dr. Israel Steiner

Neurologist

, Petah Tikva, Israel

30 Years of experience

Speaks: Hebrew , English

 


Dr. Israel Steiner is a specialized Neurologist in Israel. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Petah Tikva, Israel. The doctor has over 30 Years of experience and is associated with Rabin Medical Center.

Association and Memberships Dr. Israel Steiner is part of:

  • Israel Medicine Association

Qualifications :

  • Medical School - Hebrew University, Jerusalem
  • Fellowship molecular virology Wistar Institute, Philadelphia

Hospital Address :

Rabin Medical Center, Ze'ev Jabotinsky Street, Petah Tikva, Israel

What is the medical expertise of Dr Israel Steiner?

  • Dr Israel Steiner is a renowned neurologist specializing in neuroinfectious diseases such as meningitis and viral encephalitis, and conditions like stroke, Parkinson's, dementia and Epilepsy.
  • He has more than 30 years of experience as an esteemed neurologist. He is affiliated with organizations such as the American Academy of Neurology, the European Neurological Society, and the American Neurological Association. He is also a founding member of the International Society for Neurovirology.
  • Dr Steiner served as the Chairman of the Scientific Committee of the Israel Neurological Association and the Scientific Council of the Israel Medical Association.
  • He is also a scientific board member of 3 biopharmaceutical companies and serves on the Editorial Board of 4 scientific journals.
  • Over the course of his career, Dr Steiner has published many peer-reviewed papers in reputed journals. These include:
    1. Taba P, Schmutzhard E, Forsberg P, Lutsar I, Ljøstad U, Mygland Å, Levchenko I, Strle F, Steiner I. EAN consensus review on prevention, diagnosis and management of tick-borne encephalitis. Eur J Neurol. 2017 Oct;24(10):1214-e61.
    2. Lotan I, Hellman MA, Steiner I. Diagnostic criteria of chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuropathy in diabetes mellitus. Acta Neurol Scand. 2015 Oct;132(4):278-83.
    3. Hellmann MA, Lev N, Lotan I, Mosberg-Galili R, Inbar E, Luckman J, Fichman-Horn S, Yakimov M, Steiner I. Tumefactive demyelination and a malignant course in an MS patient during and following fingolimod therapy. J Neurol Sci. 2014 Sep 15;344(1-2):193-7.
Dr. Bengi Bahar Demirbag

Neurologist

Istanbul, Turkey

22 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish , English

 


Dr. Bengi Bahar Demirbag is a specialized Neurologist in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has over 22 Years of experience and is associated with .

Certifications :

  • Certificate Course - Mental Health Institutions Workplace Medicine, 2003

Qualifications :

  • Rice University English Language Program, 1999-2000
  • Ankara University Faculty of Medicine, Ankara, Turkey, 1986-1992
Dr. Ajit Kumar

Neurologist

, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

25 Years of experience

Speaks: Arabic , English

 


Dr. Ajit Kumar is a specialized Neurologist in United Arab Emirates. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The doctor has over 25 Years of experience and is associated with NMC Specialty Hospital, Al Nahda.

Association and Memberships Dr. Ajit Kumar is part of:

  • Dr. Ajit is a life member of the Neurological Society of India and Indian Academy of Neurology

Qualifications :

  • Dr. Ajit Kumar had completed his D. M. in Neurology from the National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences (NIMHANS) in Bangalore in 1999. He subsequently completed a two year fellowship in movement disorders at the Pacific Parkinsons Research Centre at the University of British Columbia in Vancouver, Canada.

Hospital Address :

NMC Speciality Hospital Al Nahda Dubai - Dubai - United Arab Emirates

Dr. Nebil Yildiz

Neurologist

, Istanbul, Turkey

34 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish , English

 


Dr. Nebil Yildiz is a specialized Neurologist in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has over 34 Years of experience and is associated with Liv Hospital Ulus.

Association and Memberships Dr. Nebil Yildiz is part of:

  • Ankara Medical Association
  • Turkish Neurosurgical Society
  • Ankara Chamber of Commerce

Qualifications :

  • Subspeciality on Clinical Neurophysiology, Abant Izzet Baysal University / Ministry of Health, The Commision of the Subspecialties, 2011
  • Speciality on Neurology, Department of Neurology, Taksim Education and Research Hospital, 1991
  • MD, Istanbul University, Istanbul School of Medicine, 1985

Hospital Address :

Ulus Mahallesi, Liv Hospital Group, Canan Sokak, Beikta/Istanbul, Turkey

Dr. Oktay Kapan

Neurologist

, Elazig, Turkey

28 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish , English

 


Dr. Oktay Kapan is a specialized Neurologist in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Elazig, Turkey. The doctor has over 15 Years of experience and is associated with Medical Park Elazig Hospital.

Qualifications :

  • Firat University Faculty of Medicine
  • Firat University Faculty of Medicine Neurology

Hospital Address :

Olgunlar, Elazig Medical Park Hospital, Atat

What is the medical expertise of Dr Oktay Kapan?

  • Dr Oktay Kapan is a prominent neurologist with over 15 years of experience. He has expertise in stroke, and movement disorders like Parkinson's disease, Alzheimer's, cerebrovascular disease and dementia.
  • Dr Kapan has several publications to his credit. These include:
    1. Coskun S, Varol S, Ozdemir HH, Agacayak E, Aydın B, Kapan O, et al. Association of brain-derived neurotrophic factor and nerve growth factor gene polymorphisms with susceptibility to migraine. Neuropsychiatr Dis Treat. 2016 Jul 19;12:1779-85.
    2. Ozdemir HH, Bulut S, Berilgen MS, Kapan O, Balduz M, Demir CF. Resistant cyclic vomiting syndrome successfully responding to chlorpromazine. Acta Medica (Hradec Kralove). 2014;57(1):28-9.
    3. Demir CF, Surgun F, Ozdemir H, Kapan O. Cases of Brainstem Infarcts after Cessation of Heparin Treatment: is it a Rebound Effect? Eurasian J Med. 2011 Dec;43(3):186-8.
    4. Demir CF, Yildiz M, Özdemir H, Kapan O, Bozgeyik Z, Berilgen S, Aygün B, Erol FS. Paraplegia in pregnancy: a case of spinal vascular malformation with Klippel-Trenaunay syndrome. Spine (Phila Pa 1976). 2012 Sep 1;37(19):E1218-20.
Dr. Jurgita Vainauskiene

Neurologist

, Vilnius, Lithuania

23 Years of experience

Speaks: Lithuanian , English

 


Dr. Jurgita Vainauskiene is a specialized Neurologist in Lithuania. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Vilnius, Lithuania. The doctor has over 14 Years of experience and is associated with Kardiolita Hospital, Vilnius.

Association and Memberships Dr. Jurgita Vainauskiene is part of:

  • Member of Lithuanian Neurologists?? Society

Qualifications :

  • 1995 - 2002 Kaunas Medical University, Faculty of Medicine
  • 2003 - 2007 Kaunas Medical University, neurology residency

Hospital Address :

Kardiolitos klinikos

Medical Expertise of Dr. Jurgita Vainauskiene

  • Dr. Jurgita’s area of expertise includes Adult Counseling for Nervous System Diseases and she specializes in the treatment of headaches and dizziness
  • Some of her popular services are Brachiocephalic artery ultrasound - EKSS, Consultations, Cefaly Medical bow for rent for migraine & headache, and Treatment of chronic migraine with botulinum toxin injections
  • By her patients, she is considered as great example of a well-qualified & trained Neurologists
  • Patients always receive a very comprehensive and professional consultation
  • Dr. Jurgita has completed her Faculty of Medicine and Residency in Neurology from Kaunas University of Medicine
  • Dr, Jurgita is an esteemed member of the Lithuanian Society of Neurologists (LSN)
  • The doctor has attended many international conferences such as British Headache Association (BASH), EHMTIC (Denmark), EFNS, ENS Congresses, etc.
Dr. Murat Sumer

Neurologist

, Ankara, Turkey

29 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish , English

 


Dr. Murat Sumer is a specialized Neurologist in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Ankara, Turkey. The doctor has over 25 Years of experience and is associated with Guven Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Murat Sumer is part of:

  • Member of Turkish Neurology Association
  • Member of Turkish Cerebrovascular Diseases Association, Spinal Cord
  • Member of Diseases Association
  • Member of the International Spinal Cord Society

Qualifications :

  • Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine
  • SSK Ankara Training Hospital

Hospital Address :

Kavakldere, G

Dr. Jaideep Bansal

Neurologist

, Delhi, India

26 Years of experience

Speaks: Hindi , English

 


Dr Jaideep Bansal is one of the most sought after Neurologist in New Delhi, India. The medical practitioner holds over 25 years of experience and is associated with Fortis Hospital, Shalimar Bagh.

Dr. Pushpendra Nath Renjen

Neurologist

, Delhi, India

36 Years of experience

Speaks: Hindi , English

 


Dr Pushpendra Nath Renjen is one of the most skillful Neurologist in New Delhi, India. The clinician holds over 29 years of experience and is associated with Indraprastha Apollo Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Pushpendra Nath Renjen is part of:

  • Cerebrovascular Disease
  • Delhi Neurological Association
  • European Stroke Conference
  • World Stroke Organization ( W.S.O )

Qualifications :

  • MD
  • MBBS
  • DM

Hospital Address :

Indraprastha Apollo Hospitals, Mathura Road, Sarita Vihar, New Delhi, Delhi, India

Dr. Vivek Barun

Neurologist

, Gurgaon, India

8 Years of experience

Speaks: Telugu , English

 


Dr. Vivek Barun is one of the leading Neurologists in New Delhi, India. The clinician holds over 10 years of experience and is associated with Fortis Hospital, Shalimar Bagh.

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About Neurologist

A Neurologist is a doctor who helps in the diagnosis, treatment and management of the disorders of the nervous system, constituting central nervous system and peripheral nervous system. It includes the brain, spinal cord and nerves. The branch of medicine that deals with treating the disorders of the nervous system is called Neurology and the doctor of neurology is known as a neurologist. A Neurologist specializes in treating the disorders of the nervous system eg. epilepsy, migraine, multiple sclerosis, parkinson's disease, stroke etc.

Procedures Performed

  • Lumbar Puncture (also known as Spinal Tap)
  • Electromyography (EMG)
  • Tensilon Test
  • Electroencephalogram
  • Auditory brainstem implant
  • Awake brain surgery
  • Botox injections
  • Carotid angioplasty and stenting
  • Carotid endarterectomy
  • Concussion testing
  • Deep brain stimulation
  • Diaphragm pacing
  • Functional electrical stimulation
  • Locomotor training
  • Pediatric cervical spine surgery
  • Spinal fusion
  • Stereotactic radiosurgery

Top Neurologists

DoctorAssociated Hospital
Dr. Ajit KumarNMC Specialty Hospital, Al Nahda, Dubai
Dr. Ritu JhaSarvodaya Hospital and Research Centre, Faridabad
Dr. Meena GuptaColumbia Asia Hospital, Palam Vihar, Gurugram
Dr. Mehmet Faik OzverenGuven Hospital, Ankara
Dr. Amit Batra-
Dr. Sandor IlniczkyDr. Rose Private Hospital, Budapest
Dr. Pritam MajumdarIBS Hospital, New Delhi
Dr. Tariq MatinDharamshila Narayana Superspeciality Hospital, New Delhi

Reasons to avail Online Consultation with Neurologist

A neurologist is a doctor that specializes in diagnosing neurological diseases that affect the brain, spinal cord, and peripheral nerves. He or she is in charge of administering the treatment, which may include drugs or other interventions. A neurologist is in charge of recommending appropriate medications and dosages to patients. Connecting with a Neurologist via in person or online medium enables one to get the right diagnosis, line of treatment, and post treatment rehabilitation scenario. The expert is bound to guide a patient through the various aspects of the condition and its related symptoms, risks involved in the treatment, and the treatment guidelines and timelines. We bring to you the various reasons to avail online consultation with Neurologists.

  • An online consultation helps pinpointing towards the right diagnosis and figuring out the way forward basis the same, it also is of great use in correcting misdiagnosis, if any.
  • Medications for specific diseases are quite costly. As a result, this could have a large out of pocket cost. However, getting an online consultation can help you avoid wasting money on a treatment that is not necessary.
  • Some drugs have negative side effects, such as immune system suppression. Suffering side effects for a treatment which is not required, on the other hand, offers no benefit. This can be avoided with the help of an online consultation with the right specialist.
  • An online consultation with a Neurologist also means that one can reconsider or avoid any invasive treatment that has been recommended or seems imminent.
  • Going online and getting the right advice and guidance is a sureshot way of sidestepping any infections or other potential risks and complications that are a health hazard and one can be exposed to in a healthcare facility.
  • Neurological conditions, many times, require a good long term management plan which is followed through with consistency and online consultations provide a good approach to do that.
  • New age treatments or technologically advanced treatment methods can be explored with an effective consultation with a skilled and experienced Neurologist.
  • A consultation through a virtual medium does give the patient an opportunity to assess the qualifications, credentials, and soft skills of the specialist and thus ensure that they are confident in their choice of a specialist.
  • It helps in building the right rapport with the Neurologist or get the best reference for another specialist to enable the best possible treatment for the Neurological condition.
  • Post treatment rehabilitation can be better implemented with an effective consultation with a Neurologist via online or in person medium.

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Who are the top Neurologists offering online consultation?

Listed below are some of the top neurologists available for online consultation:

Which are some of the procedures performed by Neurologists?
Which are some of the conditions treated by Neurologist?

Most common conditions performed by neurologists are:

  • Seizures in epilepsy
  • Myelitis
  • Neurosyphilis
  • Brachial Plexus Avulsion
  • Brain Stroke
  • Epilepsy
  • Brain Cancer
  • Reye Syndrome
  • Erb's Palsy
  • Encephalitis
  • Meningitis
  • Seizures
  • Brachial Plexus Rupture
  • Brachial Plexus Injuries - Brachial Plexus Injury At Bith
Who is a Neurologist?

A neurologist is a medical doctor who specializes in diagnosing, evaluating, and treating conditions that affect the nervous system. Because of the complex nature of the nervous system, most neurologists focus on treating certain people with specific neurological conditions. Neurologists are generally highly trained clinicians who are capable of diagnosing complex diseases through a complete history and physical examination, including testing of vision, mental status, strength, speech, coordination, sensation, reflexes, and gait. Even when medicine becomes more dependent on newer technology, the neurological exam would remain a critical part of the patient evaluation. A neurologist does not perform surgery. If a patient requires surgery, they usually refer them to a neurosurgeon.

Since neurology deals with the brain and the entire nervous system, there are several conditions that neurologists can diagnose and treat. Most of them go on to study a specific subset of neurology after finishing their residency training. During your appointment with a neurologist, they will talk ask about your medical history as well as your symptoms. They will also do a physical exam that focuses on your nerves, spines, and brain. They have a good idea of your diagnosis from your thorough exam, but you'll need other tests to confirm it.

What are the qualifications of a Neurologist?

A person who wants to become a neurologist needs to first complete a 5½ year- MBBS degree and then a 2-3-year MD/DNB course. After obtaining the master's degree in neurology, the candidate will have to complete D.M. (neurology) course to specialize in the field of neurology.

The first step to becoming a neurologist is to get a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university. A medical student needs to complete a five-and-a-half-year MBBS program that prepares a student to work as a medical doctor. A student’s final two years will include clinical rotations in his or her chosen medical specialty.

A neurosurgeon residency program prepares a doctor to work in the field and also offers the opportunity to complete rotations in many areas of surgery and sub-specialties. As a doctor has additional experience and responsibilities, they can start focusing on neurosurgery. A neurologist has the opportunity to extend their training after doing residency by completing a spine fellowship program.

What conditions do Neurologists treat?

Some conditions a neurologist treats are:

  • Brain and spinal cord injury or infection
  • Brain tumor
  • Epilepsy
  • Alzheimer's disease
  • Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis
  • Back pain
  • Peripheral neuropathy (a disease affecting your nerves)
  • Pinched nerves
  • Seizures
  • Headaches
  • Multiple sclerosis
  • Parkinson's disease
  • Stroke
  • Tremors (uncontrollable movement)
  • Seizures in epilepsy
  • Myelitis
  • Brain Stroke
  • Neurosyphilis
  • Brachial Plexus Avulsion
  • Brain Cancer
  • Reye Syndrome
  • Erb's Palsy
  • Encephalitis
  • Meningitis
  • Brachial Plexus Rupture
  • Brachial Plexus Injuries
What diagnostic tests are required by a Neurologist?

To diagnosis a nervous system disorder, a neurologist starts with a complete medical history as well as a physical exam. They might also use one or more of these tests:

  • CT Scan: This shows detailed images of various parts of the brain.
  • Electroencephalogram (EEG): This test measures the brain's continuous electrical activity.
  • MRI: This test uses a combination of radio waves, large magnets, and a computer to make detailed images of the brain.
  • Positron emission tomography (PET): This test measures the metabolic activity of cells.
  • Arteriogram (angiogram). This X-ray of the arteries and veins helps detect blockage of the vessels.
  • Spinal tap (lumbar puncture): In this test, a special needle is inserted into the lower back.
  • Myelogram. This uses dye placed into the spinal canal for proper visibility of the structure on X-rays.
  • Neurosonography: It allows the doctor to analyze blood flow in stroke.
  • Ultrasound (sonography): This imaging test uses high-frequency sound waves to make images of tissues, blood vessels, and organs.
When should you visit a Neurologist?

A person needs to consult a neurologist if he/she experiences below signs and symptoms:

  • Headache
  • Weakness of limbs or face
  • Sleep disturbances
  • Difficulty maintaining your balance
  • Visual problems
  • Neuropathic pain
  • Migraines
  • Seizures
  • Problems with memory
  • Clumsiness or confusion
  • Trembling, slow movements, clumsiness
  • Chronic pain, Difficulty balancing, Burning sensations, Poor coordination
What can you expect from your first visit with a Neurologist?

When you reach the clinic, you will meet with a skilled neurologist for a physical exam and diagnostic tests. The doctor would ask you about what you are experiencing, and will ask you about your medical and prescription history. Neurologists will do a physical exam addressing your nervous system responses. Following a physical exam, a neurologist might also want to run diagnostic testing to get more information. After your consultation, the neurologist would explain your next steps, including any diagnostic tests, new prescriptions, future appointments, and therapies.

Which are the most common procedures performed by a Neurologist?
  • Lumbar Puncture
  • Carotid endarterectomy
  • Concussion testing
  • Deep brain stimulation
  • Diaphragm pacing
  • Electromyography (EMG)
  • Tensilon Test
  • Electroencephalogram
  • Functional electrical stimulation
  • Locomotor training
  • Auditory brainstem implant
  • Awake brain surgery
  • Botox injection
  • Carotid angioplasty
  • Pediatric cervical spine surgery
  • Spinal fusion
  • Stereotactic radiosurgery

FAQs related to

Who is a Neurologist?

A neurologist is a medical doctor who specializes in diagnosing, evaluating, and treating conditions that affect the nervous system. Because of the complex nature of the nervous system, most neurologists focus on treating certain people with specific neurological conditions. Neurologists are generally highly trained clinicians who are capable of diagnosing complex diseases through a complete history and physical examination, including testing of vision, mental status, strength, speech, coordination, sensation, reflexes, and gait. Even when medicine becomes more dependent on newer technology, the neurological exam would remain a critical part of the patient evaluation. A neurologist does not perform surgery. If a patient requires surgery, they usually refer them to a neurosurgeon.

Since neurology deals with the brain and the entire nervous system, there are several conditions that neurologists can diagnose and treat. Most of them go on to study a specific subset of neurology after finishing their residency training. During your appointment with a neurologist, they will talk ask about your medical history as well as your symptoms. They will also do a physical exam that focuses on your nerves, spines, and brain. They have a good idea of your diagnosis from your thorough exam, but you'll need other tests to confirm it.

What are the qualifications of a Neurologist?

A person who wants to become a neurologist needs to first complete a 5½ year- MBBS degree and then a 2-3-year MD/DNB course. After obtaining the master's degree in neurology, the candidate will have to complete D.M. (neurology) course to specialize in the field of neurology.

The first step to becoming a neurologist is to get a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university. A medical student needs to complete a five-and-a-half-year MBBS program that prepares a student to work as a medical doctor. A student’s final two years will include clinical rotations in his or her chosen medical specialty.

A neurosurgeon residency program prepares a doctor to work in the field and also offers the opportunity to complete rotations in many areas of surgery and sub-specialties. As a doctor has additional experience and responsibilities, they can start focusing on neurosurgery. A neurologist has the opportunity to extend their training after doing residency by completing a spine fellowship program.

What conditions do Neurologists treat?

Some conditions a neurologist treats are:

  • Brain and spinal cord injury or infection
  • Brain tumor
  • Epilepsy
  • Alzheimer's disease
  • Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis
  • Back pain
  • Peripheral neuropathy (a disease affecting your nerves)
  • Pinched nerves
  • Seizures
  • Headaches
  • Multiple sclerosis
  • Parkinson's disease
  • Stroke
  • Tremors (uncontrollable movement)
  • Seizures in epilepsy
  • Myelitis
  • Brain Stroke
  • Neurosyphilis
  • Brachial Plexus Avulsion
  • Brain Cancer
  • Reye Syndrome
  • Erb's Palsy
  • Encephalitis
  • Meningitis
  • Brachial Plexus Rupture
  • Brachial Plexus Injuries
What diagnostic tests are required by a Neurologist?

To diagnosis a nervous system disorder, a neurologist starts with a complete medical history as well as a physical exam. They might also use one or more of these tests:

  • CT Scan: This shows detailed images of various parts of the brain.
  • Electroencephalogram (EEG): This test measures the brain's continuous electrical activity.
  • MRI: This test uses a combination of radio waves, large magnets, and a computer to make detailed images of the brain.
  • Positron emission tomography (PET): This test measures the metabolic activity of cells.
  • Arteriogram (angiogram). This X-ray of the arteries and veins helps detect blockage of the vessels.
  • Spinal tap (lumbar puncture): In this test, a special needle is inserted into the lower back.
  • Myelogram. This uses dye placed into the spinal canal for proper visibility of the structure on X-rays.
  • Neurosonography: It allows the doctor to analyze blood flow in stroke.
  • Ultrasound (sonography): This imaging test uses high-frequency sound waves to make images of tissues, blood vessels, and organs.
When should you visit a Neurologist?

A person needs to consult a neurologist if he/she experiences below signs and symptoms:

  • Headache
  • Weakness of limbs or face
  • Sleep disturbances
  • Difficulty maintaining your balance
  • Visual problems
  • Neuropathic pain
  • Migraines
  • Seizures
  • Problems with memory
  • Clumsiness or confusion
  • Trembling, slow movements, clumsiness
  • Chronic pain, Difficulty balancing, Burning sensations, Poor coordination
What can you expect from your first visit with a Neurologist?

When you reach the clinic, you will meet with a skilled neurologist for a physical exam and diagnostic tests. The doctor would ask you about what you are experiencing, and will ask you about your medical and prescription history. Neurologists will do a physical exam addressing your nervous system responses. Following a physical exam, a neurologist might also want to run diagnostic testing to get more information. After your consultation, the neurologist would explain your next steps, including any diagnostic tests, new prescriptions, future appointments, and therapies.

Which are the most common procedures performed by a Neurologist?
  • Lumbar Puncture
  • Carotid endarterectomy
  • Concussion testing
  • Deep brain stimulation
  • Diaphragm pacing
  • Electromyography (EMG)
  • Tensilon Test
  • Electroencephalogram
  • Functional electrical stimulation
  • Locomotor training
  • Auditory brainstem implant
  • Awake brain surgery
  • Botox injection
  • Carotid angioplasty
  • Pediatric cervical spine surgery
  • Spinal fusion
  • Stereotactic radiosurgery