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.

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About Dr. Shwetabh Verma

Currently associated as a Junior Consultant at the department of Neurosurgery at Primus super Speciality Hospital, New Delhi.
Has an excellent academic record and as been awarded with Dr. M. Basavraju Golden Jubilee Award for securing highest marks in Physiology, amongst many others.
Awarded the Psychiatry prize by Indian Psychiatric Society.
Previously worked as a PG resident in Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at KGMU, Lucknow and as a Senior Resident at ESI hospital Jhilmil, New Delhi.
Member of the prestigious organisations like Indian Orthopaedic Association, Indian Arthroscopic Society and Association of Spine Surgeons of India, to name a few.