Everything to Know about Neurosurgeons

The neurosurgeon diagnoses and treats brain, spinal cord, and nerve disorders. Although neurosurgeons specialize in neurological surgery, they also provide nonsurgical treatments. They commonly try drugs, steroid injections, and physical therapy before surgery.

How does a neurosurgeon differ from a neurologist?

Neurologists diagnose, treat, and manage neurological diseases. Neurologists don't operate.

Neurosurgeons diagnose and treat neurological problems with surgical and nonsurgical methods.

A neurologist can diagnose and assess neurological disorders and injuries. Following your neurologist's recommendation, a neurosurgeon will determine whether surgery is necessary.

What does a neurosurgeon do?

The neurological system includes the brain, spinal cord, spinal column, and nerves that radiate from it. A neurosurgeon diagnoses and treats system diseases.

Neurosurgeons perform complex brain and spine surgeries. They usually prescribe conservative or nonsurgical methods first. Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs and physical therapy may be your neurosurgeon's first defense against back discomfort. If these painkillers fail, your neurosurgeon may recommend surgery.

What to expect from endoscopic surgery

You must follow your doctor's instructions on bowel prep the day before your treatment. Common ones include avoiding food and drink after midnight and using a laxative. Aspirin is on the list of drugs you should not take before, during, or after endoscopic Surgery due to the risk of bleeding complications.

  • The majority of endoscopic procedures and surgeries take around an hour. 
  • Typically, you can expect to hear back from your doctor about the results of a biopsy within three to seven days.
  • No side effects are usually noticeable by the morning after the procedure. 
  • It is essential to note that you will not be allowed to drive yourself home, so it is recommended to be accompanied by an adult.

 Conclusion

Dr. Mukesh Pandey has been practicing neurosurgery for 18 years. During that time, he served as an assistant professor at the country's top cooperative medical college and independently performed sophisticated surgeries on the brain and spine. Currently, he is employed by Sector 21. A position at Asian Hospital Faridabad as director and head of the neurosurgery department. His identification as one of the top neurosurgeons in the Delhi-National Capital Region makes him easy to find.

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