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Dr. Gautam Zaveri

, India, Mumbai

Neurosurgeon • 28 years experience

Hindi English
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Dr Gautam Zaveri is one of the most sought after Spine Surgeon in Mumbai, India. The clinician holds over 18 years of experience and is associated with Fortis Hospital, Mulund.

Association and Memberships Dr. Gautam Zaveri is part of:

  • Association of Spine Surgeons of India (ASSI)
  • Indian Orthopaedic Association
  • Maharashtra Orthopedic Association
  • Bombay Orthopedic Society
  • Bombay Spine Society

Qualifications :

  • DNB
  • MBBS
  • MS

Hospital Address :

Fortis Hospital Mulund, Industrial Area, Bhandup West, Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

Medical Expertise of Dr. Gautam Zaveri

  • Medical expertise in microsurgery, endoscopic spinal surgery and major reconstructive spinal surgery.
  • Slipped discs, sciatica, spinal stenosis, spondylolisthesis, cervical spondylotic radiculopathy, myelopathy, spinal fractures, TB and malignancies, scoliosis, and kyphosis, etc.
  • Dr. Gautam Zaveri is one of India's most renowned spine surgeons and is one of the rare spine surgeons who has had training in both orthopaedic and neurosurgery.
  • From 1997 to 2002, he had comprehensive training in many facets of spine surgery in the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom, after completing his training in India.
  • He has worked as a Consulting Spine Surgeon in Mumbai since March 2002.
  • He has performed 2500 plus spine procedures for a variety of conditions.
  • In addition, he has created a complete non-operative treatment regimen for spinal problems.
Dr. Atul Prasad

, India, Delhi

Neurosurgeon • 39 years experience

Hindi English
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Dr Atul Prasad is one of the leading Neurologist in New Delhi, India. The medical practitioner holds over 34 years of experience and is associated with BLK-Max Super Speciality Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Atul Prasad is part of:

  • Indian Academy of Neurology
  • Neurological Society of India
  • Indian Epilepsy Association (IEA)
  • Association of Physicians of India (API)

Qualifications :

  • MD
  • MBBS

Hospital Address :

BLK Super Speciality Hospital, Prasad Nagar, Rajinder Nagar, New Delhi, Delhi, India

Medical Expertise of Dr. Atul Prasad

  • Specialises in Neurology, Movement Disorder (Parkinson’s disease and Botulinum Toxin Injection) & Acute Stroke Unit related conditions.
  • Temporal Lobectomy, Lesionectomy, Hemispherectomy, Corpus Callosotomy, Vagus Nerve Stimulation, and Skull Base Surgery are some services provided by him.
  • Dr. Atul Prasad is a well-known Neurologist in India's capital, New Delhi.
  • He is currently the Director and HOD of BLK Super Speciality in New Delhi, as well as a Consultant Neurologist.
  • Dr. Prasad worked as a Senior Consultant at Artemis Health Sciences and Fortis, Noida, before joining BLK Hospital in Delhi.
  • Apart from his expertise in the field of neurosciences, he has written or co-authored 17 chapters in popular books and has 38 articles in international journals.
  • He is well qualified with an MBBS from Grant Medical College, Bombay and DM in Neurology.
Dr. Amitava Ray

, India, Hyderabad

Pediatric Neurologist • 22 years experience

Engllish Hindi Bengali
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Dr Amitava Ray is one of the best Neurosurgeon in Hyderabad, India. The doctor holds over 20 years of experience and is associated with Apollo Hospitals.

Association and Memberships Dr. Amitava Ray is part of:

  • Indian Medical Association (IMA)
  • Neurological Society of India
  • SOCIETY OF NEURO ONCOLOGY(USA)
  • Indian Society of Neuro Oncology
  • NEURO SPINAL SOCIETY OF INDIA

Certifications :

  • FRCS - General Surgery - Royal College Of Surgeon Of Edinburgh, UK, 1997
  • Fellowship in Pediatric Neurology - Hospital for Sick Children, Toronto, 2004
  • Fellow At The Hospital For Sick Children at Brain Tumor Research Lab

Qualifications :

  • MD
  • MBBS

Hospital Address :

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

Medical Expertise of Dr. Amitava Ray

  • Specialises in spine surgery and minimally invasive surgery and expertise in Brain tumour surgery, headaches/migraine, Strokes, TBI therapy, and spinal disorders.
  • Neurological issues like Vagus Nerve Stimulation (Epilepsy), Parkinson's disease, Peripheral Neurosurgery and biopsies, and spinal abnormalities etc.
  • Paediatric neurosurgery, liquid biopsies as well as less invasive techniques for brain tumours and spine surgery are the forte of Dr. Amitava Ray.
  • MBBS from Medical College, Calcutta (1992) and FRCS - General Surgery from Royal College Of Surgeon Of Edinburgh, UK (1997).
  • More than 50 peer-reviewed research articles on neurology and has attended various International and National medical conferences, workshops as a speaker.
  • Member of the Indian Society of Paediatric Neurosurgery and the Society of British Neurological Surgeons.
  • Fellow, Hospital for Sick Children & Brain Tumor Research Lab, Toronto, Canada, and Specialist Register, Neurosurgery South Wales Rotation, U.K.

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Dr. Aditya Choudhary

, India, Kolkata

Neurologist • 19 years experience

Hindi English
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Dr Aditya Choudhary is one of the most sought after Neurologist in Kolkata, India. The medical practitioner holds over 10 years of experience and is associated with Apollo Multispecialty Hospitals.

Association and Memberships Dr. Aditya Choudhary is part of:

  • International Movement Disorder Society
  • WHO team for immunization survey in India
  • Team from Central Govt for survey of State Health Assessment of Uttar Pradesh
  • Association of Residents Doctors in PGIMER

Qualifications :

  • MBBS
  • MD
  • DM

Hospital Address :

Apollo Gleneagles Hospitals, Canal Circular Road, Kadapara, Phool Bagan, Kadapara, Kolkata, West Bengal, India

Dr. Nitin Jagdhane

, India, Mumbai

Neurosurgeon • 12 years experience

Hindi English
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Dr Nitin Jagdhane is one of the best Spine & Neurosurgeon in Mumbai, India. The medical practitioner holds over 12 years of experience and is associated with Seven Hills Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Nitin Jagdhane is part of:

  • Neurological Society of India
  • Maharashtra Medical Council

Qualifications :

  • MBBS
  • MS
  • MCh

Hospital Address :

SevenHills Hospital, Shivaji Nagar JJC, Marol, Andheri East, Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

Dr. Gururaj M

, India, Delhi

Neurosurgeon • 16 years experience

Hindi English
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Dr Gururaj M is one of the most sought after Spine Surgeon in New Delhi, India. The medical practitioner holds over 13 years of experience and is associated with Indian Spinal Injuries Centre.

Association and Memberships Dr. Gururaj M is part of:

  • Association of Spine Surgeons of India
  • Spinal Cord Society India
  • Delhi Spine Society
  • Bangalore Orthopedic Association
  • Indian association of Palliative Care

Certifications :

  • Fellowship in Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery from Munich, Germany.
  • Fellowship in Spinal deformity from Hong Kong University, Hong Kong.
  • Fellowship in Spinal deformity from Washington University, USA.
  • Fellowship in Cervical Spine Surgery and Deformity from Hokaido University, Sapporo, Japan
  • Certificate course in Pain and Palliative Care from Indian Palliative Care Association.
  • Fellowship of National Board in Spine Surgery from Indian Spinal Injuries Centre, New Delhi.

Qualifications :

  • MBBS
  • MS

Hospital Address :

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

Dr. Priyesh Dhoke

, India, Mumbai

Neurosurgeon • 18 years experience

Hindi English
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Dr Priyesh Dhoke is one of the leading Spine & Neurosurgeon in Mumbai, India. The medical practitioner holds over 20 years of experience and is associated with Sterling Wockhardt Hospital .

Association and Memberships Dr. Priyesh Dhoke is part of:

  • Maharashtra Medical Council

Qualifications :

  • MBBS
  • MS

Hospital Address :

Sterling Wockhardt Hospital, Sion - Panvel Expressway, Sector 7, Vashi, Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

Dr. V K Khosla

, India, Mohali

Neurosurgeon • 54 years experience

Hindi English
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Dr V K Khosla is one of the most sought after Neurosurgeon in Mohali, India. The medical practitioner holds over 45 years of experience and is associated with Fortis Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. V K Khosla is part of:

  • Punjab Medical Council

Certifications :

  • FICS

Qualifications :

  • MBBS
  • MCh

Hospital Address :

Fortis Hospital Mohali, Sector 62, Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar, Punjab, India

Dr. Prakash Singh

, India, Delhi

Neurosurgeon • 47 years experience

Hindi English
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Dr Prakash Singh is one of the best Spine & Neurosurgeon in New Delhi, India. The medical practitioner holds over 20 years of experience and is associated with Max Super Speciality Hospital, Saket.

Association and Memberships Dr. Prakash Singh is part of:

  • Neurological Society of India
  • Neurological Surgeon Society of India (NSSI)
  • Association of Spine Surgery of India (ASSI)

Qualifications :

  • MBBS
  • MS
  • MCh

Hospital Address :

Max Super Speciality Hospital, Saket Institutional Area, Saket, New Delhi, Delhi, India

Dr. Girish Rajpal

, India, Ghaziabad

Neurosurgeon • 17 years experience

Hindi English
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Dr Girish Rajpal is one of the most skillful Neurosurgeon in Ghaziabad, India. The clinician holds over 8 years of experience and is associated with Max Super Specialty Hospital, Vaishali.

Association and Memberships Dr. Girish Rajpal is part of:

  • Neurological Society of India
  • Delhi Neurological Association (DNA)

Qualifications :

  • MBBS
  • MS
  • MCh

Hospital Address :

Max Super Speciality Hospital, Vaishali, near Radisson Blu Hotel, Sector-1, Vaishali, Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh, India

Dr. Ramanujam S

, India, Chennai

Neurosurgeon • 15 years experience

Tamil
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Dr Ramanujam S is one of the most sought after Spine & Neurosurgeon in Chennai, India. The medical practitioner holds over 15 years of experience and is associated with Fortis Malar Hospital.

Qualifications :

  • MChNeurosurgery - MADRAS MEDICAL COLLEGE & GOVT. GENERAL HOSPITAL, CHENNAI (2013 2016)
  • M.S.General Surgery, THANJAVUR MEDICAL COLLEGE, THANJAVUR (2006 2009)
  • MBBS - PSG INSTITUTE OF MEDICAL SCIENCES AND RESEARCH, COIMBATORE (1999 2005)

Hospital Address :

Fortis Malar Hospital, Gandhi Nagar, Adyar, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

Dr. Ramandeep S Dang

, India, Noida

Neurosurgeon • 29 years experience

Hindi English
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Dr Ramandeep S Dang is one of the leading Neurosurgeon in Noida, India. The medical practitioner holds over 25 years of experience and is associated with Metro Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Ramandeep S Dang is part of:

  • Member, Faculty of Medical Sciences, BFUHS, Faridkot.
  • Neurological Society of India (NSI)
  • Neuro Spinal Surgeons Association (NSSA)
  • Indian Medical Association (IMA)

Qualifications :

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

Hospital Address :

Metro Hospital & Heart Institute, Buddh Vihar, Block X, Sector 12, Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India

Dr. Swatantra Mishra

, India, Delhi

Neurosurgeon • 28 years experience

Hindi English
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Dr Swatantra Mishra is one of the most sought after Spine & Neurosurgeon in New Delhi, India. The medical specialist holds over 25 years of experience and is associated with IBS Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Swatantra Mishra is part of:

  • Delhi Medical Association (DMA)
  • NSI
  • ASSINASS - North American Spine Society
  • Skull Base Surgery Soceity of India (SBSSI)

Qualifications :

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

Hospital Address :

IBS Hospital Lajpat Nagar, Block L, Lajpat Nagar III, Lajpat Nagar, New Delhi, Delhi

Dr. K M Hassan

, India, Noida

Neurologist • 34 years experience

Hindi English
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Dr K M Hassan is one of the most skillful Neurologist in Noida, India. The clinician holds over 30 years of experience and is associated with Jaypee Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. K M Hassan is part of:

  • Life member of Neurological Society of India
  • Life member of Indian Academy of Neurology
  • Life member of Indian Stroke Association
  • Life member of Association of Physicians of India

Certifications :

  • European Continuing Medical Training on Deep Brain Stimulation.
  • Short Course on Deep Brain Stimulation and Botox Therapy from University College London Queen Square Institute of Neurology.

Qualifications :

  • MBBS (AFMC)
  • MD (AFMC)
  • DNB
  • DM (Neurology)

Hospital Address :

Jaypee Hospital Parking Lot, Noida-Greater Noida Expy, Goberdhanpur, Sector 128, Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India

Dr. K Lakshminarayanan

, India, Chennai

Pediatric Neurologist • 19 years experience

Tamil English
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Dr K Lakshminarayanan is one of the most skillful Neurologist in Chennai, India. The clinician holds over 16 years of experience and is associated with Global Health City.

Association and Memberships Dr. K Lakshminarayanan is part of:

  • American Academy of Neurology
  • Epilepsy Society of Australia (ESA)
  • Indian Epilepsy Society (IES)
  • International Child Neurology Association (ICNA)
  • Association of Child Neurology (India) (AOCN)
  • American Association of Neuromuscular
  • Electrodiagnostic Medicine (AANEM)
  • American Academy for Cerebral Palsy and Developmental Medicine (AACPDM).

Certifications :

  • Fellowship in Epilepsy at The Royal Children's Hospital, Melbourne.

Qualifications :

  • MBBS - Kilpauk Medical College, Chennai, 2005
  • MD - Pediatrics - All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi, 2008
  • DM - Pediatric Neurology - All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi, 2012

Hospital Address :

Global Health City, Perumbakkam, Sholinganallur Main Road, Cheran Nagar, Medavakkam, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

Medical Expertise of Dr. K Lakshminarayanan

  • Expertise in the treatment of complex genetic and uncontrolled epilepsies in children.
  • Treatment of conditions like Herniated Disc, Scoliosis, Epilepsy, Spondylolisthesis, and Spinal Stenosis, Fractured Vertebra etc.
  • Specialty training in Pediatrics and Pediatric Neurology at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi.
  • Pre-surgical evaluation of newborns and children with drug-resistant epilepsy in preparation for epilepsy surgery, which includes stereo-EEG implantation.
  • Member of the AAN, ESA, IES, ICNA, AOCN India, AANEM, AACPDM, Invited Faculty for ASEPA EEG Course for Neurologists in South Asia.
  • Member of Epilepsiome Task Force of ILAE and an active member of Indian Epilepsy Society – Young Epilepsy Section, Executive Board Member of AOCN of India.
  • Participation in national and international conferences and training courses and he has a long list of articles in prestigious international journals to his name.
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Given below are some of the most sought after brain and spine specialist available for online consultation:

Who is a Brain and Spine Specialist?

A brain and spine specialist specializes in the medical or surgical treatment of diseases and conditions of the brain, spine, and nervous system, including nerves, the spinal cord, muscles, and related blood vessels. They also diagnose and treat many neurological diseases, such as stroke, back problems, seizure disorders, brain and spine tumors, injuries, and birth defects. Neurosurgeons also perform surgery on the neck, back, brain, spinal cord, and peripheral nerves to treat neurological issues.

Brain and spine specialists are also experts who specialize in the prevention of brain, spine, and nervous system conditions and in reducing neurological disability. A neurologist might help your primary care doctor take care of you. A brain and spine specialist typically:

  • Evaluates a medical history and educate patients about the brain and nervous system health and disease prevention.
  • Carry out physical exams that involve evaluating blood pressure, vital signs, and the overall health of the brain and nervous system.
  • Recommends and interprets laboratory as well as imaging tests and prescribes medications.
  • Diagnoses and treats acute and chronic conditions that affect the brain, spinal cord, and nervous system including spinal cord and brain injuries and tumors, movement disorders, and different types of back problems.
  • Screens, treats, as well as monitors conditions that escalate the risk of complex brain and nervous system conditions like a head injury that can result in long-term memory loss and headaches.
  • Performs diagnostic procedures or surgery to treat brain cancer, back pain, and birth defects of the brain and spinal cord.
  • Provides direct care for spine, brain, and nervous system conditions in the clinic and hospital.
  • Works closely with a primary care doctor and other specialists and your healthcare team to provide optimal care.
What are the qualifications of a Brain and Spine Specialist?

Candidates aspiring to become a neurologist must have a 5½ years MBBS degree followed by 2 to 3 years MD/DNB course. After gaining the Master's degree, candidates have to pursue D.M. (neurology) to specialize in the field of neurology.

The first step to becoming a brain and spine specialist is to get a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university. Students must choose a degree that weighs heavy in the sciences. After clearing a competitive examination, a student can gain entrance into a medical school.

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 brain and spine specialist has the opportunity to extend their training after doing residency by completing a spine fellowship program.

What conditions do a Brain and Spine Specialist treat?

A brain and spine specialist treats the below conditions:

  • Epilepsy
  • Alzheimer’s disease
  • Stroke
  • Migraine
  • Multiple Sclerosis
  • Parkinson’s disease
  • Brain tumors
  • Tourette’s Syndrome
  • Dementia
  • Arthritis
  • Degenerative disc disease
  • Herniated disc
  • Spinal stenosis
  • Spondylosis
  • Scheuermann's kyphosis
  • Scoliosis
  • Spinal cord cancer
  • Chronic spine and back pain
  • Kyphosis
  • Myelopathy
  • Neck pain
  • Osteoporosis and vertebral fractures
  • Radiculopathy
What diagnostic tests are required by a Brain and Spine Specialist?

Diagnostic tests and procedures are vital tools that help doctors confirm or rule out a neurological, spine disorder, or other medical condition. Doctors now use powerful and accurate tools to better diagnose disease. Many tests can be recommended by a brain and spine specialist to identity brain and spine disorders. Some common diagnostic tests recommended by a brain and spine specialist include:

  • Computed tomography (CT scan)
  • Magnetic resonance imaging
  • Positron emission tomography (PET)
  • Single-photon emission computed tomography (SPECT)
  • Angiography
  • Cerebrospinal fluid analysis
  • Electroencephalography
  • Electromyography
  • Electronystagmography
  • Ultrasound imaging
  • Lumbar Puncture
  • Arteriogram
  • Neurosonography
  • Myelogram
  • Arteriogram
When should you visit a Brain and Spine Specialist?

If you or a loved one experiences unexplained symptoms that could be related to the brain, brain, or nervous system, your doctor may recommend a neurological exam with a brain and spine specialist.

If you experience any of the below symptoms, you should see a brain and spine specialist:

  • Muscle weakness
  • Coordination problems
  • Confusion
  • Chronic pain
  • Constant headaches, migraine
  • Dizziness
  • Seizure disorders, epilepsy
  • Neuromuscular disorders
  • Changes in sensation such as touch, vision or via other sensory receptors
  • Infections of the nervous system eg. Encephalitis, Meningitis
  • Brain abscesses
  • Numbness or tingling
  • Movement problems
  • Seizures
  • A brain or spinal cord injury
  • Multiple sclerosis
  • Parkinson’s disease
What can you expect from your first visit with a Brain and Spine Specialist?

A brain and spine specialistcan help find out the cause of symptoms and develop a treatment plan for both complex and common neurological conditions. During a neurological exam, various instruments may be used to evaluate the nervous system. Motor skills, balance, coordination, and mental status may also be tested.

A brain and spine specialist will ask about your complete health history. They will conduct a physical exam to test your coordination, sight, reflexes, strength, mental state, and sensation.

In addition to tests and physical exams, you could get a lot of information at your first appointment. You may need to bring a family member or friend along with you. The person you bring can help ask questions, listen, and take notes.

Which are the most common procedures performed by a Spine Specialist?

Neurosurgical procedures can be performed for both pediatric and adult patients. There are a number of surgical and non-surgical procedures which are performed based on the nature of the disorder, type of injury, or disease. Modern non-invasive and invasive surgical procedures have simplified various brain surgeries up to a great extent. Below are some procedures performed by a brain and spine specialist:

  • Anterior Cervical Discectomy
  • Craniotomy
  • Chiari Decompression
  • Laminectomy
  • Lumbar Puncture
  • Epilepsy Surgery
  • Spinal Fusion
  • Microdiscectomy
  • Ventriculostomy
  • Ventriculoperitoneal Shunt
  • Vertebroplasty
  • Kyphoplasty
  • Artificial disk replacement

FAQs related to

Who is a Brain and Spine Specialist?

A brain and spine specialist specializes in the medical or surgical treatment of diseases and conditions of the brain, spine, and nervous system, including nerves, the spinal cord, muscles, and related blood vessels. They also diagnose and treat many neurological diseases, such as stroke, back problems, seizure disorders, brain and spine tumors, injuries, and birth defects. Neurosurgeons also perform surgery on the neck, back, brain, spinal cord, and peripheral nerves to treat neurological issues.

Brain and spine specialists are also experts who specialize in the prevention of brain, spine, and nervous system conditions and in reducing neurological disability. A neurologist might help your primary care doctor take care of you. A brain and spine specialist typically:

  • Evaluates a medical history and educate patients about the brain and nervous system health and disease prevention.
  • Carry out physical exams that involve evaluating blood pressure, vital signs, and the overall health of the brain and nervous system.
  • Recommends and interprets laboratory as well as imaging tests and prescribes medications.
  • Diagnoses and treats acute and chronic conditions that affect the brain, spinal cord, and nervous system including spinal cord and brain injuries and tumors, movement disorders, and different types of back problems.
  • Screens, treats, as well as monitors conditions that escalate the risk of complex brain and nervous system conditions like a head injury that can result in long-term memory loss and headaches.
  • Performs diagnostic procedures or surgery to treat brain cancer, back pain, and birth defects of the brain and spinal cord.
  • Provides direct care for spine, brain, and nervous system conditions in the clinic and hospital.
  • Works closely with a primary care doctor and other specialists and your healthcare team to provide optimal care.
What are the qualifications of a Brain and Spine Specialist?

Candidates aspiring to become a neurologist must have a 5½ years MBBS degree followed by 2 to 3 years MD/DNB course. After gaining the Master's degree, candidates have to pursue D.M. (neurology) to specialize in the field of neurology.

The first step to becoming a brain and spine specialist is to get a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university. Students must choose a degree that weighs heavy in the sciences. After clearing a competitive examination, a student can gain entrance into a medical school.

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 brain and spine specialist has the opportunity to extend their training after doing residency by completing a spine fellowship program.

What conditions do a Brain and Spine Specialist treat?

A brain and spine specialist treats the below conditions:

  • Epilepsy
  • Alzheimer’s disease
  • Stroke
  • Migraine
  • Multiple Sclerosis
  • Parkinson’s disease
  • Brain tumors
  • Tourette’s Syndrome
  • Dementia
  • Arthritis
  • Degenerative disc disease
  • Herniated disc
  • Spinal stenosis
  • Spondylosis
  • Scheuermann's kyphosis
  • Scoliosis
  • Spinal cord cancer
  • Chronic spine and back pain
  • Kyphosis
  • Myelopathy
  • Neck pain
  • Osteoporosis and vertebral fractures
  • Radiculopathy
What diagnostic tests are required by a Brain and Spine Specialist?

Diagnostic tests and procedures are vital tools that help doctors confirm or rule out a neurological, spine disorder, or other medical condition. Doctors now use powerful and accurate tools to better diagnose disease. Many tests can be recommended by a brain and spine specialist to identity brain and spine disorders. Some common diagnostic tests recommended by a brain and spine specialist include:

  • Computed tomography (CT scan)
  • Magnetic resonance imaging
  • Positron emission tomography (PET)
  • Single-photon emission computed tomography (SPECT)
  • Angiography
  • Cerebrospinal fluid analysis
  • Electroencephalography
  • Electromyography
  • Electronystagmography
  • Ultrasound imaging
  • Lumbar Puncture
  • Arteriogram
  • Neurosonography
  • Myelogram
  • Arteriogram
When should you visit a Brain and Spine Specialist?

If you or a loved one experiences unexplained symptoms that could be related to the brain, brain, or nervous system, your doctor may recommend a neurological exam with a brain and spine specialist.

If you experience any of the below symptoms, you should see a brain and spine specialist:

  • Muscle weakness
  • Coordination problems
  • Confusion
  • Chronic pain
  • Constant headaches, migraine
  • Dizziness
  • Seizure disorders, epilepsy
  • Neuromuscular disorders
  • Changes in sensation such as touch, vision or via other sensory receptors
  • Infections of the nervous system eg. Encephalitis, Meningitis
  • Brain abscesses
  • Numbness or tingling
  • Movement problems
  • Seizures
  • A brain or spinal cord injury
  • Multiple sclerosis
  • Parkinson’s disease
What can you expect from your first visit with a Brain and Spine Specialist?

A brain and spine specialistcan help find out the cause of symptoms and develop a treatment plan for both complex and common neurological conditions. During a neurological exam, various instruments may be used to evaluate the nervous system. Motor skills, balance, coordination, and mental status may also be tested.

A brain and spine specialist will ask about your complete health history. They will conduct a physical exam to test your coordination, sight, reflexes, strength, mental state, and sensation.

In addition to tests and physical exams, you could get a lot of information at your first appointment. You may need to bring a family member or friend along with you. The person you bring can help ask questions, listen, and take notes.

Which are the most common procedures performed by a Spine Specialist?

Neurosurgical procedures can be performed for both pediatric and adult patients. There are a number of surgical and non-surgical procedures which are performed based on the nature of the disorder, type of injury, or disease. Modern non-invasive and invasive surgical procedures have simplified various brain surgeries up to a great extent. Below are some procedures performed by a brain and spine specialist:

  • Anterior Cervical Discectomy
  • Craniotomy
  • Chiari Decompression
  • Laminectomy
  • Lumbar Puncture
  • Epilepsy Surgery
  • Spinal Fusion
  • Microdiscectomy
  • Ventriculostomy
  • Ventriculoperitoneal Shunt
  • Vertebroplasty
  • Kyphoplasty
  • Artificial disk replacement

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About Brain and Spine Specialist

Neurology is the branch of medicine that deals with the treatment of disorders of the nervous system. A brain and spine specialist specializes in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of the disorders of the brain, spinal cord, and nerves.

The nervous system is made of two parts:

  • Central nervous system: including the brain and spinal cord.
  • Peripheral nervous system: including all other neural elements such as eyes, skin, ears and other sensory receptors.

If you are facing the disorders, illnesses and injuries involving the nervous system, then you should consider visiting a brain and spine doctor for your neurological management and treatment. Common symptoms requiring a visit with the neurologists include:

  • Muscle weakness
  • Coordination problems
  • Confusion
  • Constant headaches, migraine
  • Dizziness
  • Changes in sensation such as touch, vision or via other sensory receptors
  • Seizure disorders, epilepsy
  • Stroke
  • Multiple sclerosis
  • Neuromuscular disorders
  • Infections of the nervous system eg. Encephalitis, Meningitis
  • Brain abscesses
  • Neurodegenerative disorders like Alzheimer's disease, Lou Gehrig's disease
  • Spinal cord disorders like cluster headaches and migraine

Procedures Performed by Brain and Spine Specialists

  • Laboratory screening tests
  • Genetic testing
  • Computed tomography (CT scan)
  • Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)
  • Positron emission tomography (PET)
  • Single photon emission computed tomography (SPECT)
  • Angiography
  • Biopsy
  • Cerebrospinal fluid analysis
  • Electroencephalography (EEG)
  • Electromyography (EMG)
  • Electronystagmography (ENG)
  • Evoked potentials
  • Myelography
  • Polysomnogram
  • Thermography
  • Ultrasound imagingX-rays

Top Brain And Spine Specialists

DoctorAssociated Hospital
Dr. Manish VaishMax Super Specialty Hospital, Vaishali, Ghaziabad
Dr. Sanjay SaxenaMax Super Speciality Hospital, Saket, New Delhi
Dr. Mustafa Kemal HamamciogluLiv Hospital Ulus, Istanbul
Dr. Saumya H MittalSharda Hospital, Greater Noida
Dr. Baran YilmazIstinye University Bahcesehir - LIV Hospital, Istanbul
Dr. Pritam MajumdarIBS Hospital, New Delhi
Dr. Celal SalciniNPISTANBUL Brain Hospital, Istanbul
Dr. Ajit KumarNMC Specialty Hospital, Al Nahda, Dubai

Reasons to avail Online Consultation with Brain and Spine Specialist

Teleconsultation is an excellent option for individuals who are experiencing rising doubts, seeking treatment overseas or seeking an expert opinion before making a healthcare decision. Let us have a look at the positives of considering a virtual consultation with a Brain and Spine specialist.

  • It will ensure an effective diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of the disorders of the brain, spinal cord, and nerves.
  • Their proficiency in various languages is a definite advantage when it comes to Teleconsultation with a wide patient base.
  • Prioritized appointments are regularly available with our specialists at MediGence.
  • The online consultations will not only help with an expert opinion regarding the condition and its complexities but also the latest minimally invasive ways of treating the same.
  • It is not just the healthcare related benefits but availing online consultations also ensures time and cost savings as well as helps one avoid exposure in their fragile health condition.
  • You can explore with the help of the consultation with the specialist, previously unexplored ways of treatments, even new age treatments or research based treatment options.
  • One can connect with specialists irrespective of their location and only base their expertise as well as experience.
  • You can assess the specialist on his merits, not just his qualifications, but his credentials, and soft skills.
  • A right and effective consultation will not just ensure reconfirming the diagnosis but give a stamp of approval to the present line of treatment, if any.
  • You can assess the risks involved and ensure better management of postoperative or post treatment period to complete recovery.
  • You are better prepared mentally and in every other practical way when it comes to approaching the treatment or required procedure with the help of efficient online consultation.

About Brain and Spine Surgeons

Types of Brain and Spine specialists

Brain and spine specialists can be broadly categorized into two types depending on the nature of their specialization and the procedures they carry out. The types are given below:

  • Neurologist
  • Neurosurgeon

About Neurologist

A Neurologist is a doctor who helps in the diagnosis, treatment and management of the disorders of the nervous system, constituting the brain, spinal cord and nerves. A neurologist specializes in treating the disorders of the nervous system, such as epilepsy, migraine, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's disease, stroke, etc. A child neurologist, also called pediatric neurologist, is a doctor who treats children having problems with their nervous system. More details on pediatric neurologist can be found in the below section of this page.

Procedures Performed by Neurologists:

  • 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

Who Is a Pediatric Neurologist?

Pediatric neurologist, also called a child neurologist, is a doctor that specializes in the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of the diseases and disorders affecting the nervous system of a child.

Your pediatrician might ask you to take you baby or child for visiting a pediatric neurologist if he witnesses a risk or abnormality in the neurological condition of the child as observed through the below (but not limited to) signs:

  • Seizures and epilepsy
  • Muscle problems which may cause muscle weakness
  • Headaches (including migraines and concussions)
  • Behavioural disorders
  • Developmental disorders
  • Intellectual disability
  • Congenital malformations
  • Stroke and traumatic brain injury (TBI)
  • Genetic conditions
  • Autoimmune problems
  • Infections or inflammation
  • Brain tumors

Procedures Performed by Pediatric Neurologists

Some of the common procedures performed by a pediatric neurologist are:

  • Blood tests
  • EEG (Electroencephalogram)
  • Nerve Conduction Study (NCS) /Electromyography test (EMG)
  • Botox Injections for Spasticity
  • MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) or CT scan
  • Lumbar puncture (spinal tap)

About Neurosurgeon

A neurosurgeon, also known as a brain surgeon, is a physician who specialises in the surgical treatment of the conditions or disorders that affect the nervous system. Some of the common treatments that are carried out by a neurosurgeon are for cerebral aneurysms, benign or cancerous brain and spinal tumors and injuries of brain or spinal cord. They also perform surgeries that involve patient rehabilitation after the treatment. A neurosurgeon works in coordination with other specialists and healthcare professionals as a part of a team. While neurosurgeons provides surgical as well as non operative treatment meant for patients of all ages, some of them are specialised specially for the surgical treatment of infants or children, and they are known as pediatric neurosurgeon. A detailed section will appear later on this page.

Procedures Performed by Neurosurgeons

  • Acoustic neuroma surgery
  • Aneurysm surgery
  • Arteriovenous malformation surgery
  • Auditory brainstem implant
  • Awake brain surgery
  • Brachial plexus surgery
  • Brain aneurysm surgery
  • Brain rehabilitation
  • Brain stereotactic radiosurgery
  • Brain tumor surgery
  • Carotid angioplasty and stenting
  • Carotid endarterectomy
  • Chiari malformation surgery
  • Computer-assisted brain surgery
  • Deep brain stimulation
  • Diaphragm pacing for spinal cord injury
  • EC-IC Bypass (Extracranial-Intracranial Bypass Surgery)
  • Endoscopic procedures
  • Endovascular treatment
  • Epilepsy surgery
  • Fetal surgery
  • Functional electrical stimulation for spinal cord injury
  • Hemifacial spasm surgery
  • Hyperhidrosis surgery
  • Locomotor training for spinal cord injury
  • Minimally invasive endovascular treatment
  • Minimally invasive neurosurgery
  • Minimally invasive surgery
  • Neurogenic bladder and bowel management
  • Pediatric brain tumor surgery
  • Pediatric cervical spine surgery
  • Pediatric neurosurgery
  • Peripheral nerve tumor surgery
  • Pituitary tumor surgery
  • Robotic surgery
  • Seizure surgery
  • Managing sexuality and fertility related issue arising spinal cord injury
  • Spasticity management for spinal cord injury
  • Spinal fusion
  • Spine procedures
  • Stereotactic radiosurgery
  • Transcranial endoscopic procedures
  • Transnasal endoscopic procedures
  • Trigeminal neuralgia surgery
  • Vertebroplasty
  • Aneurysm Repair
  • Carotid Artery Endarterectomy
  • Craniotomy
  • Disk Removal
  • Endovascular Surgery
  • Laminectomy
  • Sympathectomy
  • Spinal Tap (lumbar puncture)

Who Is a 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?

A 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 by Pediatric Neurosurgeon

  • 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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Type of Brain And Spine Specialist available Worldwide?

Top Speciality Doctors Worldwide:

  • Neurosurgeon
  • Neurologist
  • Scoliosis Surgery
  • Pediatric Neurologist
  • Pediatric Neurosurgeon

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