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. Lee Chee Hoe Lester, Neurosurgeon in Singapore, Singapore - Appointment

About Dr. Lee Chee Hoe Lester

Dr. Lee Chee Hoe Lester is a Consultant in, the Department of Neurosurgery, at the Singapore General Hospital.
He completed MBBS (England), MMed (Surgery), and FRCS (Surgical Neurology).
He was awarded SingHealth Publish Award, 2019
His area of special interest is in Stroke, Spine tumors, Spine instrumentation, Spine neurophysiology, and Skull base pathology.
The doctor has various publications under his name

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