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. Pratarn Nantaaree, Neurologist in Bangkok, Thailand - Appointment

About Dr. Pratarn Nantaaree

Dr. Pratarn Nantaaree is a neurologist having more than 18 years of expertise.
Services provided by him includes Brain Cancer, Neurosyphilis, Erb's Palsy, Brain Stroke, Epilepsy, Meningitis, and many more. He specialises in the diagnosis and treatment of nerve injury and other neural disorders.
He earned his medical degree in internal medicine from Mahidol University's Siriraj Hospital.
He subsequently completed an Internship at the Chiangmai Neurological Hospital, followed by a Neurology Residency at Mahidol University's Faculty of Medicine Ramathibadi Hospital.
Dr. Pratarn Nantaaree belongs to a number of international and national organisations.
Dr. Pratarn Nantaaree is fluent in English, and Thai.

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