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Dr. Simon Stapleton: Best  in London, United Kingdom

 

, London, United Kingdom

21 Years of experience

Speaks: English

 


Dr. Simon Stapleton is a specialized Neurosurgeon in United Kingdom. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in London, United Kingdom. The doctor has over 21 Years of experience and is associated with Parkside Private Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Simon Stapleton is part of:

  • Royal College of Surgeons

Qualifications :

  • MBBS
  • BSc
  • MD
  • FRCS (Surg Neurol)

Hospital Address :

Parkside Private Hospital, Parkside, London, UK

What is the medical expertise of Dr Simon Stapleton?

  • Dr Simon Stapleton has 21 years of experience as a neurosurgeon. His clinical expertise includes spinal surgery, neuro-oncology, epilepsy surgery, pituitary surgery, slipped discs, sciatica, spinal stenosis and back pain.
  • Dr Stapleton is a member of the Society of British Neurological Surgeons.
  • Over the course of his career, Dr Stapleton has published in many journals. His research works include:
    1. Shtaya A, Iorga R, Hettige S, Bridges LR, Stapleton S, Johnston FG. Paraganglioma of the cauda equina: a tertiary centre experience and scoping review of the current literature. Neurosurg Rev. 2022 Feb;45(1):103-118
    2. Toma AK, Stapleton S, Papadopoulos MC, Kitchen ND, Watkins LD. Natural history of idiopathic normal-pressure hydrocephalus. Neurosurg Rev. 2011 Oct;34(4):433-9.
    3. Tacconi L, Stapleton S, Signorelli F, Thomas DG. Acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS) and cerebral astrocytoma. Clin Neurol Neurosurg. 1996 May;98(2):149-51.
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Dr. Rahul Gupta: Best Spine & Neurosurgeon in Noida, India

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20 Years of experience

Speaks: English

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Dr Rahul Gupta is one of the top Spine & Neurosurgeon in Noida, India. The medical practitioner holds over 15 years of experience and is associated with Fortis Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Rahul Gupta is part of:

  • Member Delhi Neurological Association
  • Member Neurological society of India
  • Member Indian society of Cerebrovascular surgeons
  • Member Indian society of Neurotrauma
  • Member Indian society of Skull Base Neurosurgery
  • Member AO spine society

Certifications :

  • Training for use of Fluorescence (5-ALA) in malignant glioma surgery - Graz, Austria
  • Training for functional neurosurgery - Amsterdam, Holland

Qualifications :

  • MBBS
  • MS (General Surgery)
  • MCh (Neuro Surgery)

Hospital Address :

Fortis Hospital, Rasoolpur Nawada, Industrial Area, Sector 62, Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India

Medical Expertise of Dr. Rahul Gupta

  • Dr.Rahul Gupta’s primary interventional skills are Endourology, Uro-Oncology, Reconstructive Urology and his areas of interests are Renal Transplant, Andrology, Minimally Invasive Surgery
  • Some of the popular procedures performed by Dr. Rahul are Kidney stones, Proastitis, Testicular cancer, Nocturia, UTI, Pelvic Prolapse, etc.
  • Dr. Rahul Gupta is one of the finest urological surgeons in the world, having considerable training and years of experience in the profession.
  • He has performed over a thousand procedures.
  • Dr. Rahul is a board-certified urologist with a national and international reputation
  • Dr. Rahul is known for his ethical as well as professional clinical approach.
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Dr. Pankaj Dawar: Best Spine & Neurosurgeon in Faridabad, India

Spine & Neurosurgeon

 

, Faridabad, India

19 Years of experience

Speaks: English

 


Dr Pankaj Dawar is one of the most sought after Spine & Neurosurgeon in Kashipur, India. The clinician holds over 19 years of experience and is associated with Sarvodaya Hospital and Research Centre.

Association and Memberships Dr. Pankaj Dawar is part of:

  • Neurological Society of India
  • International Society for Paediatric Neurosurgery (ISPN)
  • Arbeitsgemeinschaft Osteosynthesefragen Spine
  • Delhi Medical Council

Certifications :

  • Fellowship in Neuroendoscopy: Dr. Y R Yadav, NSCB Medical college Jabalpur

Qualifications :

  • MBBS
  • MS
  • MCH

Hospital Address :

Sarvodaya Hospital, Sector 8, Faridabad, Haryana, India

Medical Expertise of Dr. Pankaj Dawar

  • Brain Tumors, Spine Surgery, Brachial Plexus Surgery and Pediatric Neurosurgery.
  • Supratentorial, infratentorial brain cancers as gliomas, meningiomas, medulloblastomas, auditory schwannomas, pituitary, skull base, and spinal tumours.
  • Dr. Pankaj Dawar is a Neurosurgeon, Spine Surgeon, and Neuro-Oncologist who received his training from BHU in Varanasi and AIIMS in New Delhi.
  • He is the founder of Infinity Neuro-Sciences India (INSI), a startup company whose mission is to improve spine surgery and neurosurgery services in rural India.
  • Courses in India and overseas on surgical skills, including spine surgery, endoscopic spine and brain surgery, spine deformity surgery, endoscopic skull base surgery, etc.
  • In KVR Hospital, he created a dedicated Neuro ICU to handle all types of neurological neurosurgery cases and emergencies.
  • CVJ, cervical, dorsal, lumbar instrumentation with 4000 plus instrumentation procedures, instrumented/Non-instrumentation spine surgeries including minimally invasive.
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Dr. Ahmet Serhat Eroglu: Best  in Ordu, Turkey

 

, Ordu, Turkey

15 Years of experience

Speaks: English

 


Dr. Ahmet Serhat Eroglu is a specialized Neurosurgeon in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Ordu, Turkey. The doctor has over 15 of experience and is associated with Medical Park Ordu Hospital.

Qualifications :

  • Ankara Gazi University Faculty of Medicine Ankara Gazi University Faculty of Medicine - Specialization

Hospital Address :

Akyaz, Medical Park Ordu Hastanesi, ehit Ali Gaffar Okkan Caddesi, Altnordu/Ordu, Turkey

What is the medical expertise of Dr Ahmet Serhat Eroglu?

  • With more than 15 years of experience, Dr Ahmet Serhat Eroglu is an exceptional neurosurgeon. He has expertise in spinal surgery, congenital disorders, and pediatric neurosurgery.
  • He completed his specialisation at Ankara Gazi University Faculty of Medicine.
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Dr. Semra Isik: Best  in Istanbul, Turkey

 

, Istanbul, Turkey

10 Years of experience

Speaks: English

 


Dr. Semra Isik is a specialized Neurosurgeon in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has over 10 Years of experience and is associated with Baskent University Istanbul Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Semra Isik is part of:

  • Turkish Medical Association- Istanbul Medical Chamber
  • Turkish Neurosurgery Association
  • European Association for Cancer Research

Qualifications :

  • Medical Education - School of Medicine, Uludag University, 2005
  • Resident- Department of Neurosurgery, Uludag University, 2013

Hospital Address :

Altunizade, BAKENT

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Dr. Sabiha Aysun: Best  in Ankara, Turkey

 

, Ankara, Turkey

of experience

Speaks: English

 


Dr. Sabiha Aysun is a specialized Pediatric Neurosurgeon in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Ankara, Turkey. The doctor has over of experience and is associated with Bayindir Healthcare Group.

Qualifications :

  • Faculty of Medicine Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine 1962-1968
  • Specialization Training Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Children's Health and Diseases 1968-1972

Hospital Address :

Kavakldere Mahallesi, Bayndr Hospital Kavakldere, Atat

What is the medical expertise of Dr Sabiha Aysun?

  • Dr Sabiha Aysun is an exceptional pediatric neurosurgeon with 14 years of experience. She is well-regarded for her expertise in cerebral palsy, Epilepsy, Alzheimer's, hydrocephalus, and autism spectrum disorders.
  • She has published her research in prestigious journals. Some of her publications include:
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    2. Two pathogenic NF1 gene mutations identified in DNA from a child with mild phenotype Terzi Y.K., Sirin B., Hosgor G.,SerdarogluE., AnlarB., AYSÜNS., Ayter S. CHILDS NERVOUS SYSTEM.
    3. The Use of the MIDAS Questionnaire to Assess Migraine and Tension-Type Headache in Adolescents. Kilic S., DERMANO., AKGÜL S., KANBURN., KutlukT., AYSÜNS.
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Dr. Ozgur Celik: Best  in Samsun, Turkey

 

Samsun, Turkey

of experience

Speaks: English

 


Dr. Ozgur Celik is a specialized Neurosurgeon in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Samsun, Turkey. The doctor has over of experience and is associated with .

Qualifications :

  • Ankara University Faculty of Medicine Medical Education Hacettepe
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Dr. Mohamed Fouad Ibrahim: Best  in Dubai, United Arab Emirates

 

, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

20 Years of experience

Speaks: English

 


Dr. Mohamed Fouad Ibrahim is a specialized Pediatric Neurosurgeon in United Arab Emirates. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The doctor has over 20 Years of experience and is associated with Saudi German Hospital.

Certifications :

  • MRCS ? London(UK)

Qualifications :

  • MD of Neurosurgery Cairo, (Egypt)

Hospital Address :

Saudi German Hospital Dubai - Dubai - United Arab Emirates

What is the medical expertise of Dr Mohamed Fouad Ibrahim?

  • Dr Mohamed Fouad Ibrahim is a leading expert in pediatric neurosurgery with 20 years of experience. He specializes in the management of neck and back pain and procedures like microscopic spine surgery, endoscopic brain surgery, neuro spinal surgery and brain tumour surgery.
  • Dr Ibrahim is a member of reputed bodies such as the Royal College of Surgery, London, UK and the Egyptian Society for Neurological Surgeons.
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Dr. Imad Hashim Ahmad: Best Neurosurgeon in Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Neurosurgeon

 

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

35 Years of experience

Speaks: English

 


Dr. Imad Hashim Ahmad is a specialized Pediatric Neurosurgeon in the United Arab Emirates. And one of the most sought-after medical specialists in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The doctor has over 35 Years of experience and was associated with the Canadian Specialist Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Imad Hashim Ahmad is part of:

  • Emirates Neuroscience Society

Certifications :

  • FRCS Ed
  • FRCS Ed (N)

Qualifications :

  • M.B, Ch.B

What is the medical expertise of Dr Imad Hashim Ahmad?

  • An esteemed neurosurgeon, Dr Imad Hashim Ahmad has 35 years of experience in degenerative cervical and lumbar surgery, brain tumours, spine surgery, low neck and back pain, traumatic brain injury, hydrocephalus, spinal cord injury, and pediatric neurosurgery.
  • He is a Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons- Surgical Neurology (Edinburgh).
  • Dr Ahmad served as the President of the Emirates Neuroscience Society. Currently, he is the reviewing Editor of the Pan Arab Journal of Neurosurgery and Global Spine Journal. Additionally, he is the Education Advisor for the AO Spine Middle East.
  • Over the course of his career, he has participated in 250 conferences to share his expertise on spine and neurosurgery.
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Dr. Alper Alabulut: Best  in Samsun, Turkey

 

, Samsun, Turkey

10 Years of experience

Speaks: English

 


Dr. Alper Alabulut is a specialized Neurosurgeon in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Samsun, Turkey. The doctor has over 10 Years of experience and is associated with VM Medical Park Samsun Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Alper Alabulut is part of:

  • Turkish Neurosurgery Association
  • Samsun Turkish Medical Association

Qualifications :

  • 2004 - 2011 Gazi University Faculty of Medicine - Medical Education
  • 2012 - 2018 Ondokuz Mayıs University Faculty of Medicine - Specialization Education

Hospital Address :

Cumhuriyet, Medical Park, 39. Sokak, Atakum/Samsun, Turkey

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Dr. Burcu Goker: Best  in Istanbul, Turkey

 

, Istanbul, Turkey

10 Years of experience

Speaks: English

 


Dr. Burcu Goker is a specialized Pediatric Neurosurgeon in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has over 10 Years of experience and is associated with Istinye University Bahcesehir - LIV Hospital.

Qualifications :

  • 2003 - Istanbul University School of Medicine
  • 2004 - 2010 - Istanbul University School of Medicine, Department of Neurosurgery - Specialization

Hospital Address :

Ak Veysel Mah, stinye

What is the medical expertise of Dr Burcu Goker?

  • With 10 years of experience under her belt, Dr Burcu Goker is an acclaimed pediatric neurologist. She is an expert in hydrocephalus, craniectomy, cystic meningiomas, and traumatic brain injury.
  • She completed a Research Fellowship in Pediatric Neurosurgery at the Institute of Neurosurgery, Catholic University Medical School in Rome, Italy.
  • Over the course of her career, Dr Goker has published her work in leading scientific journals. These include:
    1. Goker B, Aydin S. Endoscopic Surgery for Recurrent Disc Herniation After Microscopic or Endoscopic Lumbar Discectomy. Turk Neurosurg. 2020;30(1):112-118.
    2. Göker B, Kırış T. Sodium fluorescein-guided brain tumour surgery under the YELLOW-560-nm surgical microscope filter in pediatric age group: feasibility and preliminary results. Childs Nerv Syst. 2019 Mar;35(3):429-435.
    3. Yörükoğlu AG, Göker B, et al. Fully endoscopic interlaminar and transforaminal lumbar discectomy: Analysis of 47 complications encountered in a series of 835 patients. Neurocirugia (Astur). 2017 Sep-Oct;28(5):235-241.
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Dr. Enis Kuruoglu: Best  in Samsun, Turkey

 

, Samsun, Turkey

13 Years of experience

Speaks: English

 


Dr. Enis Kuruoglu is a specialized Neurosurgeon in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Samsun, Turkey. The doctor has over 13 Years of experience and is associated with Medicana International Samsun Hospital.

Qualifications :

  • Giresun Bulancak State Hospital 2011
  • Graduated from The Faculty and Year of Medicine Nineteen May University Faculty of Medicine 1995

Hospital Address :

Yenimahalle Mahallesi, Medicana International Samsun, ?ehit Mesut Birinci Caddesi, Canik/Samsun, Turkey

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Dr. Jacob Zauberman: Best  in Ramat Gan, Israel

 

, Ramat Gan, Israel

20 Years of experience

Speaks: English

 


Dr. Jacob Zauberman is a specialized Pediatric Neurosurgeon in Israel. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Tel Hashomer, Israel. The doctor has over 20 Years of experience and is associated with Sheba Medical Center.

Association and Memberships Dr. Jacob Zauberman is part of:

  • Israeli Association of Neurological Surgeons
  • American Neurosurgical Association

Certifications :

  • Fellowship in the field of pediatric neurosurgery at the Children's hospital in Seattle, WA

Qualifications :

  • MD from the Faculty of Medicine at the Technion, Israel Institute of Technology
  • Specialized in the USA at the Brigham and Women€™s Hospital, Boston

Hospital Address :

Sheba Medical Center, Derech Sheba, Ramat Gan, Israel

What is the medical expertise of Dr Jacob Zauberman?

  • With 20 years of experience, Dr Jacob Zauberman is an acclaimed neurosurgeon specializing in pediatric neurosurgery. His areas of core competencies include endoscopic surgery, spine neurosurgery, brain tumours, hydrocephalus, epilepsy surgery, and neuro-oncology.
  • He completed a Fellowship in Pediatric Neurosurgery at the Children's Hospital in Seattle, WA. Dr Zauberman is a member of reputed organizations such as the American Neurological Association and the Israeli Association of Neurological Surgeons.
  • Over the course of his career, Dr Zauberman published his research in several publications of repute. These include:
    1. Doron O, Feldman Z, Zauberman J. MRI features have a role in pre-surgical planning of colloid cyst removal. Acta Neurochir (Wien). 2016 Apr;158(4):671-676.
    2. Kimchi G, Stlylianou P, Wohl A, Hadani M, Cohen ZR, Zauberman J,et al. Predicting and reducing cranioplasty infections by clinical, radiographic and operative parameters - A historical cohort study. J Clin Neurosci. 2016 Dec;34:182-186.
    3. Doron O, Zauberman J, Feldman Z. A medulloblastoma showing an unusually long doubling time: reflection of its singular nature. Childs Nerv Syst. 2016 Jun;32(6):1153-6.
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Dr. Alok Ranjan: Best Spine & Neurosurgeon in Hyderabad, India

Spine & Neurosurgeon

 

, Hyderabad, India

24 Years of experience

Speaks: English

 


Dr Alok Ranjan is one of the most skillful Spine & Neurosurgeon in Hyderabad, India. The medical practitioner holds over 24 years of experience and is associated with Apollo Hospitals.

Association and Memberships Dr. Alok Ranjan is part of:

  • Indian Medical Associaton
  • Life Member of Neuorological society of India,
  • International Membership Of American Association of Neurosurgeons.
  • Member AO spine
  • Member Eurospine

Qualifications :

  • MBBS
  • MCh (Neurosurgery)

Hospital Address :

Apollo Hospitals Jubilee Hills, Film Nagar, Hyderabad, Telangana, India

Medical Expertise of Dr. Alok Ranjan

  • Medical expertise in Radial Intervention, Peripheral Interventions including Carotids and Valvuloplasty.
  • Trans radial technique of coronary procedures, Pacemaker implantation, Pediatric interventions, Electrophysiology studies/Radio Frequency Ablation.
  • He has completed his Fellowship in Cardiology, Glasgow, UK and is a senior interventional cardiologist at Wockhardt Hospitals, Surat.
  • Dr. Ranjan has worked in a variety of settings, including hospitals in Pune, Mumbai, Patna, and Ahmedabad.
  • He not only topped the All India Super Specialty Examination, but he also placed first in a number of other medical exams.
  • He has contributed to over 100 publications in national and international journals, including original articles, case reports, and abstracts.
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Dr. Sudish Karunakaran M S: Best Neurosurgeon in Kochi, India

Neurosurgeon

 

, Kochi, India

20 Years of experience

Speaks: English

 


Dr Sudish Karunakaran M S is one of the top Neurosurgeon in Kochi, India. The clinician holds over 20 years of experience and is associated with VPS Lakeshore Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Sudish Karunakaran M S is part of:

  • Neurological Society of India
  • Royal College of Surgeons, UK

Certifications :

  • FRCS Neurosurgery (London)-Royal College of Surgeons of England (2007)
  • Postdoctoral Fellow Neurovascular Surgery -Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute of Sciences and Technology, India (2004)
  • Postdoctoral Fellow Paediatric Neurosurgery Bristol, UK (2007)

Qualifications :

  • MBBS Kerala University (1996)
  • MRCS (Edinburgh)-Royal College, Edinburgh (2000)
  • MCh Neurosurgery- Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute of Sciences and Technology, India (2003)

Hospital Address :

VPS Lakeshore Hospital, Nettoor, Maradu, Ernakulam, Kerala, India

Medical Expertise of Dr. Sudish Karunakaran M S

  • Advanced Neuroendoscopic & Minimally Invasive Neurosurgery, Minimally invasive spine surgery, Microdiscectomy for disc problem, Navigation guided surgery for brain and spine tumors.
  • ICP monitoring guided advanced brain trauma care, Intraoperative neuromonitoring to provide safe brain and spine surgery, and Awake Craniotomy for complex brain tumors.
  • Qualifications are MCh, MRCS(Edin), FRCS NeuroSurgery(Eng), and Post Doctoral Fellow (Neuro Surgery).
  • He has two decades of experience in treatment of Complex Spine and Brain Disorders.
  • He has worked with Frenchay Hospital, Bristol, UK ( 2005 - 2007) and at Medical Trust Hospital, Kochi (2008 - 2018).
  • He has received awards for and presented papers at a national and international level.
  • Dr. Karunakaran has a rich research experience and has been an instrumental part of research teams.
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About Pediatric Neurosurgeon

A pediatric neurosurgeon is a doctor specialized in the medical and surgical treatment of the conditions and disorders related to the nervous system of children. Nervous system is comprised of two parts: central nervous system constituting brain and spinal cord and peripheral nervous system comprising of the nerves that branch out off the spinal cord. While a neurosurgeon is a specialized in treating the conditions of the nervous system requiring surgical treatment, a pediatric neurosurgeon is an expert, trained and experienced for the same specifically for pediatric patients i.e. children.

When should you consider visiting a Pediatric Neurosurgeon?

pediatric neurosurgeon does the diagnosis, treatment and management of conditions pertaining to children’s nervous system as well as head and spinal deformities including the following:

  • Head deformities
  • Spine deformities
  • Problems and injuries of the brain, spine or nerves
  • Gait abnormalities (spasticity)
  • Birth injuries (weakness of arms and legs)
  • Loss of grip in hands and feet

Procedures Performed

  • Biopsy
  • Stereotactical Biopsy
  • Debulking
  • Gross Total Resection (GTR)
  • Endonasal Endoscopy
  • Post-Surgery and Recovery
  • Tumor Board
  • Radiation
  • Stereotactic Radiation (Radiosurgery)
  • Proton Beam Therapy
  • Chemotherapy

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Which are some of the conditions treated by Pediatric Neurosurgeon in United Kingdom?

Most common conditions performed by pediatric neurosurgeons in United Kingdom are:

  • Spina Bifida
  • Hydrocephalus
  • Epilepsy
Who is a Pediatric Neurosurgeon?

A pediatric neurosurgeon specializes in the surgical care of children with conditions of the brain and nervous systems, such as the spinal cord, muscles, nerves, and related blood vessels. Pediatric neurosurgeons diagnose as well as treat many conditions, including seizure disorders, brain tumors, and head and spinal deformities and injuries. A pediatric neurosurgeon also performs surgery on the neck, back, brain, spinal cord, and peripheral nerves to treat neurological diseases in children.

Pediatric neurosurgeons are also known by the following names: pediatric nervous system surgeon, children's brain surgeon, pediatric brain surgeon, and children’s spinal cord surgeon. Neurosurgical conditions seen by pediatric neurosurgeons are often different from those commonly treated by an adult or general neurosurgeon. Special training in pediatric conditions as they relate to pediatric neurosurgical disorders is very important. Pediatric neurosurgical conditions often are often present for life. Pediatric neurosurgeons have a longstanding relationship with their patients. Also, children with nervous system disorders generally require ongoing and close follow-up throughout adolescence and childhood.

A pediatric neurosurgeon treats, diagnoses, and manages children’s nervous system conditions and head and spinal deformities including the following:

  • Head deformities
  • Spine deformities
  • Problems and injuries of the brain, spine, or nerves
  • Gait abnormalities (spasticity)
  • Birth injuries (weakness of arms and legs)
What are the qualifications of a Pediatric Neurosurgeon?

A person has to follow the below-given educational steps to become a pediatric neurosurgeon:

  • Obtain five-and-half-year MBBS degree
  • Complete MS course
  • Finish a residency in general surgery
  • Compete General Surgery Certifying Examination
  • Pursue a fellowship in surgical neurosurgery
  • Some pediatric oncologists prefer to specialize in their area with additional research into specific types of cancer, such as skin, gynecological, or gastrointestinal. A surgical oncologist’s specialties could also be in particular age groups, like pediatrics.
What conditions do Pediatric neurosurgeons treat?

Some conditions treated by a pediatric neurosurgeon are:

  • Dyslexia
  • Muscular dystrophy
  • Dyspraxia
  • Head deformities
  • Tourette’s syndrome
  • Developmental conditions
  • Spine deformities
  • Gait abnormalities (spasticity)
  • Problems and injuries of the spine, brain, or nerves
  • Birth injuries (weakness of the legs and arms)
  • Brain Tumor
  • Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
  • Cerebral Edema
  • Disc Pain
  • Scoliosis
  • Disc Herniation
  • Spinal Arthritis
  • Csf Obstruction
  • Tremors
  • Ependymomas
  • Chronic Depression
  • Brain Cancers
  • Pinched Nerve
  • Autism
  • Epilepsy
What diagnostic tests are required by Pediatric Neurosurgeon?

A pediatric neurosurgeon may order one or more diagnostic tests before and during the consultation to evaluate the condition and start the right treatment. A child will have to undergo neurological examination which may include the following:

  • Physical Exam
  • Spinal MRI
  • Electromyography
  • Neurological exam
  • Spinal X-ray
  • Myelogram
  • Blood Tests
  • Lumbar Puncture
  • MRI Brain
  • Lumbar Puncture
  • MRI Scans
  • Electroencephalogram
  • Electromyogram
  • Spinal tap CT
When should you visit a Pediatric Neurosurgeon?

Neurological conditions in children produce different symptoms. The parents should never ignore any such symptoms because, if left unaddressed, these may lead to severe results. Some of the symptoms that neurological conditions can produce are listed below. Your child’s pediatrician may refer them to a pediatric neurologist if they experience:

  • Severe headaches
  • Poor balance
  • Pain
  • Lack of sensation, tingling, or numbness
  • Unexplained loss of consciousness
  • Developmental delays
  • Walking issues
  • Memory loss
  • Tremors
  • Unintentional jerks
  • Seizures
  • Problems with coordination
  • Stiffness in the low back area
  • Seizures
  • Inability to maintain normal posture
  • Fatigue
  • Nausea or vomiting
  • Drowsiness
What can you expect from your first visit with a Pediatric Neurosurgeon?

The first visit to a clinic may take up to an hour. Your child will meet a pediatric neurosurgeon who is trained in treating children’s brain and nervous system diseases. The neurosurgeon will examine your child and ask some questions about their symptoms and will study any test reports. Based on the evaluation, your child may be referred for additional testing to diagnose certain conditions.

If your child had any of the following, bring the results along;

  • Lab work
  • Electroencephalogram (EEG)
  • MRI and other diagnostic imaging studies
  • Psychological/cognitive evaluation
Which are the most common procedures performed by a Pediatric Neurosurgeon?

Common procedures performed by a Pediatric Neurosurgeon are:

  • Resection of brain tumor
  • Debulking of brain tumor
  • Biopsy
  • Micro-vascular clipping
  • Surgery for nerve injury or disorder
  • Anterior Cervical Discectomy
  • Craniotomy
  • Chiari Decompression
  • Laminectomy
  • Lumbar Puncture
  • Epilepsy surgery
  • Spinal fusion
  • Microdiscectomy
  • Ventriculostomy
  • Ventriculoperitoneal Shunt

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