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. Abta Bachchan, Neurosurgeon in Kolkata, India - Appointment

About Dr. Abta Bachchan

Dr. Abta Bachchan is a Neurosurgeon, based in Kolkata having 11+ years of experience.
His expertise lies in the management of Epilepsy, Alzheimer's disease, Dementias, Cerebrovascular diseases, Stroke, Migraine, Headache disorders, Multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's disease, Neuroinfections, Brain tumors, Traumatic disorders of the nervous system due to head trauma, etc.
Dr. Abta is a member of the member of The Neurological Society of India, Indian Medical Association, Indian Academy of Neurologists, etc.
Under his credit, there are both national and international publications and he is actively invited as a guest speaker in scientific meetings, CME's, worldwide conferences to talk about Neurological disorders.

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