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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About Dr. Emmanuel (EK) Thobejane

Dr. Emmanuel (EK) Thobejane is a well-known Neuro and Spine Surgeon in South Africa.
He has 19 years of experience in his field.
His areas of expertise are Advanced Spinal Surgery, Interventional pain management, Spinal tumor treatment, Minimally invasive spine surgery, etc.
He completed his MBChB from the Medical University of Southern Africa, Pretoria, in 2003 and MMed in Neurosurgery from the University of Pretoria, in 2012.
Later he also became a Fellow of Interventional Pain Practice in World Institute of Pain, Miami, Florida, United States, in 2014.