Question 1

Who are the top Neurosurgeons in Delhi, India offering online consultation?

Accepted Answer

Given below are some of the most sought after Neurosurgeons available for online consultation in Delhi, India:Dr. Nripen SaikiaDr. Sanjay GuptaDr. Sumit ShahDr. Swati ChauhanDr. Abhay Kumar

Question 2

Who are the top Neurosurgeons from other cities?

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Listed below are some of the top Neurosurgeons in other cities:KolkataDr. Partha KarmakarDr. Ronen RoyDr. A K BardhanDr. Ujjwal K DebnathDr. Bikas BhattacharyaBangaloreDr. Harsha DoddihalDr. Prahraj S SDr. Shekhar PatilDr. Akshay KudpajeDr. Satyajit GodhiPanchkulaDr. H K BaliPuneDr. Swaraj SatheDr. Vidhyachandra GandhiDr. Hrushikesh MehataDr. Swapneel KarneDr. Hemant TodkarGreater NoidaDr. Rohit SaxenaDr. Shehla JamalDr. Swapnadeep Roy Dr. Yogesh AroraDr. Ajoy Deshmukh

Question 3

Which are some of the procedures performed by Neurosurgeons in Delhi, India?

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Some of the most popular procedures performed by neurosurgeons in Delhi are:Brain Cancer TreatmentBrain Tumour TreatmentCraniotomyDeep Brain StimulationDisc Replacement ( Cervical /Lumber)External Ventricular DrainageKyphoplastyLaminectomyMicrodiscectomyScoliosis SurgerySpinal Fusion

Question 4

Which are some of the conditions treated by Neurosurgeon in Delhi, India?

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Some of the conditions performed by neurosurgeons in Delhi, India are:Disc DegenerationDisc HerniationCsf ObstructionBrain Cancers- AstrocytomaAcoustic NeuromaBrain Tumor - GlioblastomaHerniated DiscTourette's SyndromeDisc BulgeBrain TumorVertebral TumorsDisc DiseaseOligodendrogliomasTremorsSpinal TumorHydrocephalusEpilepsyHuntington's DiseaseCongenital Spine DisordersDystoniaBrain AbscessPituitary AdenomaPaget'S DiseasePinched NerveVertebral HemangiomaEpendymomasObsessive Compulsive DisorderDisc PainSlip DiscMeningiomaParkinson's DiseaseCerebral EdemaPrimitive Neuroectodermal TumorsGliomaBrain InfectionDisc DessicationSpinal StenosisArteriovenous MalformationMixed GliomasVertebral Compression FracturesSpinal ArthritisAstrocytomaMeningiomasVertebral OsteoporosisSpondylolisthesisAneurysmMultiple SclerosisAchondroplasiaStrokeFractured VertebraHigh Intracranial PressureDementiaTraumatic Head InjuryBrain CancersChronic DepressionScoliosis

Question 5

Who is a Neurosurgeon?

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Neurosurgeons are medical doctors who are trained in diagnosing and treating conditions related to the spine, brain, and other parts of the nervous system. They are different from neurologists as they are specifically certified and trained in the use of surgical treatments, and neurologists generally focus on other forms of treatment.

One of the highly experienced and trained specialists in medicine, a neurosurgeon spends much time consulting with other doctors regarding various cases. These doctors have their own roster of cases, each with different challenges. Not all cases would need surgery, though many of them likely will.

A neurosurgeon performs more spine than brain surgery. Some of them specialize in particular types of spinal problems like lumbar (low back) and cervical (neck) disorders, or spinal cord injury. Pediatric neurosurgeons treat children and infants, while other neurosurgeons can treat disorders affecting adults.

A neurosurgeon treats people with a wide range of neurological issues as listed below:

Peripheral nervous system disorders
Lower back pain
Brain tumor
Carpal tunnel syndrome

Question 6

What are the qualifications of a Neurosurgeon?

Accepted Answer

Candidates willing to become a neurosurgeon should have a 5½ years MBBS degree followed by two to three years M.S. (Neurosurgery). Interested candidates can pursue M.Ch (Neurosurgery) for super specialization in neurosurgery.

The training and education to become a neurosurgeon is extensive and includes the completion of:

Five-and-a-half years of MBBS course.
Three years of MS or DO degree
One year internship in general surgery
About 5 years in a neurosurgery residency program

Some neurosurgeons also complete a fellowship after residency to specialize in a specific area.

Question 7

What conditions do neurosurgeons treat?

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Neurosurgeons specialize in the treatment of spine, brain, and nervous system conditions through surgical methods.The following is a list of all the conditions that neurosurgeons can diagnose and treat:Degenerative disc diseaseSpondylolisthesisSpinal arthritisBulging or herniated discsSpinal deformities (scoliosis, kyphosis, lordosis)FracturesSpinal stenosisOsteoporosisCongenital defects (spina bifida)Spine cancerTarsal tunnel syndromeBrachial plexus injuriesSciatic nerve injuries Carpal tunnel syndromeUlnar nerve compressionPeroneal nerve compressionTransient ischemic attacks (TIAs)Brain hematomasBrain hemorrhages Carotid artery stenosis Brain aneurysmsStrokes

Question 8

What diagnostic tests are required by Neurosurgeons?

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Evaluating and diagnosing damage to the nervous system is complicated and complex. Many of the same symptoms happen in different combinations among the different disorders. Some diagnostic tests ordered by neurosurgeons are:Cerebral AngiogramCT MyelogramCT ScanLumbar PunctureMRI ScanX-ray ImagingElectroencephalogram Electromyogram X-rayNerve Conduction Velocity

Question 9

When should you visit a Neurosurgeon?

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If you experience any of the below-listed symptoms, immediately consult a neurosurgeon who will help diagnose the underlying conditions. Some disorders might be mild while others might require immediate attention. Proper diagnosis can prevent serious conditions. Persistent numbness, particularly in the extremitiesA weak gripPersistent headacheImpaired movementSeizuresDizziness or Balance IssuesMemory problems or confusionBrain or spinal cord injuryConfusion or trouble talking Downward deviation of eyes Unusually large head sizeStiffness in the low back areaLimited range of motion

Question 10

What can you expect from your first visit with a Neurosurgeon?

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During your initial visit, the neurosurgeon will ask about your complete medical history as well as your symptoms. The doctor will then do a focused neurological examination. After reviewing your diagnostic tests and medical history, you will be given a number of treatment options. The neurosurgeon will also tell you the risks and benefits of each option and will help you in making the final decision regarding which option is best for you. The doctor will ask all about your complete health history. They will also conduct a physical exam to test your reflexes, coordination, sight, strength, sensation, and mental state.

Question 11

Which are the most common procedures performed by a Neurosurgeon?

Accepted Answer

Neurosurgical procedures can be performed for both pediatric and adult patients. There were a number of surgical as well as non-surgical options performed based on the nature of the disease, disorder, or type of injury. Modern invasive, as well as non-invasive surgical procedures, have made brain surgeries simple to a great extent.

Some common procedures performed by a Neurosurgeon are given below:

Kyphoplasty
Laminectomy
Microdiscectomy
Scoliosis Surgery
Spinal Fusion
Brain Cancer Treatment
Brain Tumour Treatment
Disc Replacement ( Cervical /Lumber)
External Ventricular Drainage
Craniotomy
Deep Brain Stimulation
Craniotomy
Disk Removal
Ruptured Endovascular Surgery
Spinal Tap (lumbar puncture)

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