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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MBBS , Fellowship , Fellowship

23 years of overall experience

Works at Fortis Hospital (Anandapur) Kolkata

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About Dr. GR Vijay Kumar

With 20+ years of experience, Dr. GR Vijay Kumar is a notable Neurosurgeon in India.
He has received numerous awards for his excellence.
He specializes in all disciplines of Brain and Spine Surgery including Brain tumor surgery among adult, as well as pediatric and Neonatal, endoscopic surgery, microvascular decompression surgery Microdiscectomy, Degenerative disc disease, cervical disc lesions etc.
He is a member of the Neurological Society of India and the AO Spine Surgeons of India.
Dr. GR Vijay Kumar has several publications, journals and articles to his name.
He has completed MBBS (1989) from Calcutta College, Kolkata, India.
He has done Fellowship (2001, Skullbase & Vascular Neurosurgery) from Louisiana State University Hospital, Shreveport, Louisiana, USA.
He did Fellowship (1998, Spinal Surgery) from Ohio State University Hospital, Columbus, Ohio, USA.
Dr. GR Vijay Kumar is well-versed in Hindi and English.

Special Interest

Brain Tumor surgery and Spine Surgery

Skilled At

Vagus Nerve Stimulation
Stereotactic Radio Surgery
Brain Tumor Surgery
Schwannomas
Laminoplasty
Laminotomy
Micro Discectomy
Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery
Total Disc Replacement
Multiple Sclerosis
Cervical Spine Surgery
Spine Tumour Surgery
Scoliosis Spine Surgery

Spine Decompression Surgery
Craniotomy Surgery
Deep Brain Stimulation
Cranioplasty
Spondylitis
Slip Disc
Brain Haemorrhage Treatment
CyberKnife Treatment
Acoustic Neuroma
Stroke Treatment
Anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF)
TLIF surgery
Deep Brain Stimulation (non-rechargeable)

Location

Fortis Hospital (Anandapur) Kolkata Kolkata, India

Education & Training
Honours & Awards

MBBS, 1989, Calcutta College, Kolkata, India

Fellowship, 2001, Louisiana State University Hospital, Shreveport, Louisiana, USA

Fellowship, 1998, Ohio State University Hospital, Columbus, Ohio, USA

- Resident/Fellow Award of the Ohio State Neurosurgical Society, Nov. 1997, Ohio, USA, for best Research Presentation., - Dr. B.C. Roy Memorial Award for Best Student, Medical College, Calcutta, 1989., - University Gold Medal for Best Student, Calcutta University, 1988., - University Gold Medal in Surgery, Calcutta University, 1988., University Gold Medal in Obstetrics and Gynecology, Calcutta University, 1988., - Sir Frank Connor Silver Medal for Best Student in Surgery, Medical College, Calcutta, 1988., - Gold Medal in Obstetrics and Gynecology, Medical College, Calcutta,1987., - Goodeve Prize in Obstetrics & Gynecology, Medical College, Calcutta, 1987