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. Mohamed Fouad Ibrahim, Neurosurgeon in Dubai, United Arab Emirates - Appointment

About Dr. Mohamed Fouad Ibrahim

With 20+ years of experience, Dr. Mohamed Fouad Ibrahim is the most notable Neurosurgeon in UAE.
Dr. Ibrahim specializes in Non-surgical management for back and neck pain, Percutaneous spine techniques and pain management, Microscopic spine surgery, Endoscopic brain and spine surgeries, Pediatric Neuro spinal surgeries, and Pituitary and brain tumor surgeries.
Dr. Ibrahim has several international publications, essays, and presentations to his name.
He has completed MD (Neurosurgery) from Cairo University, Egypt.
He has a Membership of the Royal College of Surgeons (MRCS) from London, UK.
Dr. Ibrahim is well-versed in Arabic and English.

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