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.

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About Dr. Woojun Kim

Dr. Woojun Kim is an eminent Neurologist based in Seoul, South Korea with 26+ years in the field.
He completed his graduation from the College of Medicine, KAIST in 1994 and later obtained his M.S. degree from the same university in 1996.
To gain a comprehensive understanding of the field, he also pursued her M.D. and Ph.D. from The Catholic University of Korea in 2008.
He specializes in epilepsy and paralysis, Syncope, Multiple sclerosis, Peripheral neuropathy, muscular weakness, low back pain, Stroke (cerebral infarction), vascular dementia & Alzheimer's dementia, and more.
Dr. Kim is an active member of various neurological Societies in South Korea and has publications in some of the eminent journals nationally and internationally under his credit.

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Syncope Multiple sclerosis Stroke (cerebral infarction) Vascular dementia Alzheimer's dementia Catholic Dementia & Cognitive Impairment Peripheral neuropathy