What does a neurosurgeon do?

A neurosurgeon is concerned with the diagnosis and treatment of patients with disorders of the brain, spinal cord and spinal column, and peripheral nerves within all parts of the body.

What are the typical symptoms of an neurological disorder?

Typical symptoms like Partial or complete paralysis, Muscle weakness, Partial or complete loss of sensation, Seizures, Difficulty reading and writing, Poor cognitive abilities, Unexplained pain, and Decreased alertness.

Which tests/ investigations are generally required by the neurosurgeon?

The tests include the Blood test, urine test, Imaging tests such as an x-ray or MRI, cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) test, Biopsy, electroencephalography (EEG) and electromyography (EMG).

What is the difference between a neurologist and a neurosurgeon?

Both neurologists and neurosurgeons treat people who have conditions that affect the nervous system. However, neurosurgeons operate surgically, whereas neurologists do not.

Can Neurosurgeon treat spine disease?

Yes, they treat many different diseases and conditions affecting the brain, spine, spinal cord and the peripheral nerves.

Dr. Abdulla Qassim, Neurosurgeon in Dubai, United Arab Emirates - Appointment

About Dr. Abdulla Qassim

Dr. Abdulla Qassim is a skilled Neurosurgeon with over 25 years of experience.
He specializes in brain and spinal cord tumors, narrow spinal canal surgery, neuroendoscopy, lumbar and cervical disc surgery, and more.
He has successfully performed over 3,000 surgeries.
He graduated from the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland in 1998 and received his MRCS diploma from the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow in 2009.
He was awarded a Master's in Neurosciences from the University of London in 2005.
He is a member of the American Association of Neurological Surgeons, the Emirates Society of Neurological Surgeons, and the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow.

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