What does a neurologist do?

A neurologist diagnosis, treats and deals with the management of injuries, diseases, and disorders of the nervous system which includes the brain and spinal cord.

What are the typical symptoms of an neurological disorder?

Memory problems or confusion, Problems in speaking, changes in personality, or confusion are all symptoms that could be caused by disorders or problems in the brain, spine, and nerves.

Which tests/ investigations are generally required by the neurologist?

Neurological examination assesses motor and sensory skills, hearing, speech, vision, coordination, and balance. It may also test mental status, mood, and behavior using tools such as a tuning fork, flashlight, reflex hammer, and a tool for examining the eye.

What is the difference between Neurologist and neurosurgeon?

Both neurologists and neurosurgeons treat people who have conditions that affect the nervous system. However, neurosurgeons operate surgically, whereas neurologists do not.

Are neurological procedures painful?

They are but the pain is relieved by medications and certain procedures.

Dr. Lee Moon Keen, Neurologist in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia - Appointment

About Dr. Lee Moon Keen

Dr. Lee Moon Keen is a notable Neurologist in Malaysia with +40 years of expertise.
She performs procedures like Electroencephalography (EEG), Evoked potential studies, Nerve conduction study (NCS), Electromyography (EMG), Botox injection and Deep brain stimulation (DBS) surgery.
She is Director of the Sunmed Functional Surgery Team which performed the first Parkinson’s Surgery for Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) in Malaysia in February 2003 at Sunway Medical Centre.
She is the Founder Member of the Malaysian Society of Neurosciences and the Movement Disorders Council.
She is a fellow of the Academy of Medicine of Malaysia and a member of the Neurology Credentialing Committee, the Australian Association of Neurologists, the American Association of Electrodiagnostic Medicine and the Malaysian Medical Council.
Dr. Lee Moon Keen has several publications, journals and articles to her name.
She has completed an MBBS (1981) from the University of Malaya, Malaysia.
She has a Diploma (1989) in Clinical Neurology from the Institute of Neurology, University of London, UK.
She has obtained FRCP (1997) from the Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh, UK.
Dr. Lee Moon Keen is well-versed in Bahasa Malaysia, Cantonese, Hokkien and English.