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.

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Dr. Burak Orhan

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About Dr. Burak Orhan

Dr. Burak Orhan is an eminent Neurosurgeon, practicing for more than 20 years.
His area of expertise is Spine Surgery, Paediatric Surgery, and Brain and Spinal Cord Tumor Surgery.
Dr. Burak completed his graduation from the Marmara University Faculty of Medicine in 1997. After this, he completed his specialized training in Neurosurgery at the same institute in 2002.
He is also associated with organizations like the Turkish Society of Hematology, the Hematology Specialization Association, and the European Society of Hematology.
He published research articles in well-reputed National and International journals.

Medical Problems

For which Dr. Burak Orhan can be consulted

Herniated Discs
Varicose Ulcer
Disc Herniation
Spinal Cord Tumors
Cervical Disc Herniation

Craniosynostosis
Meniere's Disease
Traumatic Brain Injury

Trigeminal Neuralgia
Foot Drop
Spinal Slippage
Tethered Cord
Hydrocephalus

Peripheral Nerve Tumors

Medical Procedures

Performed by Dr. Burak Orhan

Spinal Surgery
Peripheral Nerve Surgery
Pediatric Neurosurgery
Tumor Surgery

Education & Training
Work Experience

Graduation, 1997, Marmara University Faculty of Medicine

, 2002, Marmara University Faculty of Medicine

Consultant, Hisar Hospital Intercontinental, Istanbul
Academic Hospital
Visiting Consultant, University of Southern California, Department of Neurosurgery