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 Pankaj A Agarwal, Neurologist in Mumbai, India - Appointment

About Dr Pankaj A Agarwal

Dr Pankaj Agarwal has trained internationally in a Fellowship for Movement Disorders and is one of the few Specialists in India having this training.
He has a special interest in improving the lives of people with diseases of Movement such as Parkinson’s Disease, Tremor and Dystonia.
He is considered one of the best in Botulinum toxin injection treatment for Focal Dystonia. Furthermore, he is a Recognized Trainer for Neurologists, Physiotherapists and other professionals in the use of Botulinum toxin injection in National and International workshops and Conferences.
He holds experience and expertise in the Medical, Surgical and post-operative management of patients who undergo Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) Surgery, to improve the Quality of Life of patients with Parkinson’s Disease, Tremor and Dystonia.
He established the Movement Disorders Clinic and DBS (Deep Brain Stimulation) Program in the Department of Neurology and Set up Protocols for DBS Patient Selection, Intra-operative MER (microelectrode recording) and Post-operative device programming.
Dr P A Agarwal's interests include clinical and research, Genetic aspects and pathophysiology of Parkinson’s disease and movement disorders, Biomarkers in Parkinson disease, Functional neuroimaging in Parkinson’s disease, Clinical and phenomenological aspects of movement disorders, and botulinum toxin injection for dystonia and DBS therapy for Movement Disorders

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