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. Harjinder Singh Bhatoe

Presently working as the Director of Neurosurgery department at Max Hospital, Patparganj, New Delhi
Holds special aptitude for microneurosurgery and keyhole surgery, for which he was trained in Mainz, Germany
Specialises in microneurosurgery and keyhole surgery, neurooncology, vascular neurosurgery, pediatric neurosurgery and spinal surgery.
Member of renowned organisations such as Congress of Neurological Surgeons, USA, Asian Congress of Neurological Surgeons, North American Spine Society, Neurological Society of India, Neurotrauma Society of India etc.