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A neurologist is a physician who has completed specialty training in neurology (the study of nerves and the nervous system). Neurologists perform examinations, order various laboratory and diagnostic tests and treat various neurologic disorders with medications. A neurosurgeon is a physician who has completed surgical specialization in neurologic surgery. Neurosurgeons may perform surgery on the brain, spinal cord, vertebral column, peripheral nerves, or may place monitors or drains into the brain or ventricles.
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∙ 15y ago
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∙ 15y agoA clinical neurophysiologist is trained to monitor the patient's central and peripheral nervous system and can diagnose abnormalities in patterns of electrical signaling. They will work alongside neurologists and neurosurgeons. A clinical neurophysiologist wont necessarily have to be medically qualified. A neurologist on the other hand is a specialist physician trained to diagnose and treat organic nervous system disorders.
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∙ 14y agoA neurosurgeon is a surgeon by training. One has to complete a 6 or 7 years of training after medical school to become a neurosurgeon. They later can subspecialize in spine surgery, brain tumor, skull base surgery, etc. For most part they only treat surgically treatable diseases.
A neurologist, is not a surgeon by training, they diagnose and treat a variety of neurological conditions such as epilepsy, brain tumor, troke, dementia, headache, Back pain, etc. Some of these conditions can be treated surgically, hence we send them to our neurosurgeon colleagues. The training requires four years of post graduate internship and residency. After which, one may choose to subspecialize, dementia, epilepsy, neuromuscular diseases, stroke, movement disorders, etc.
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∙ 14y agoA neurologist specializes in the nervous system while a psychologist works with mental disorders.
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Is a neurologist able to prescribe medicine?
Yes, but you're better off either going to a Neurosurgeon or a Pain Specialist, and of those 2 a Pain Specialist is the preferred option depending on the type of pain. If you've not been diagnosed yet, then see the Neurosurgeon first - he'll do an MRI or CT and give you a better diagnosis than a Neurologist will as they deal with most back problems on a regular basis. It doesn't make any difference if you don't want or need surgery - the point is to get the best diagnosis in the beginning. Stay away from Orthopedists - bone doctors don't know anything when it comes to spinal nerve issues. TSD -RAVEN- - Category Supervisor
What is a psycho-neurologist?
A psycho-neurologist, also known as a neuro psychiatrist or behavioural neurologist, is a medical professional who specialises in the intersection of neurology and psychiatry.our Neurologist in Ludhiana Punjab, uses diagnostic , therapeutic approaches to reduce pain, pinpoint causes, and enhance the quality of life. If are you looking for the neurologist Doctor Contact Us And Visit us Site.
What is a nervous system doctor called?
Neurologist specializes neurology also deals with nervous people
Can you answer questions about neurologist?
Depends, what are your questions ?
What kind of doctor treats cerebral palsy?
neurologist/neurosurgeon..depends on the cause of paralysis..
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What specialist performs the pallidotomy?
Pallidotomy is performed in the hospital by a neurosurgeon, in coordination with the patient's neurologist.
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What doctors treat Neurosarcoidosis?
The treatment team consists of a neurologist , neurosurgeon, endocrinologist, rheumatologist, and pulmonologist.
Who is the best Neurologist at Hyderabad AP to consult for any injury related problem?
Dr Sudhir Kumar MD DM at Apollo hospital is the best neurologist at Hyderabad India. Call 04023607777/04060601066/9618204512 to fix the appointment. Dr. Sai Sudarsan is a well trained and an experienced micro neurosurgeon and an endo vascular neurosurgeon based in Secunderabad, India.
What do you call for a nerve doctor?
Nerve physicianNerves such as the spinal column, etc would be a Neurologist.Nerves such as a nervous disposition could be a Psychiatrist, Psychologist or even your Family Care Doctor / GP.
What kind of doctor do you see for vertigo?
You generally see a neurologist, but some people do find it helpful to find a neurologist who specializes in headaches.Look at the link below to find some headache specialists in your area.You should go see a neurologist.
Is Neuroligist and Neurosurgeon the same?
yes, a brain surgeon is the same thing as a neurosurgeon, it is just another way of saying it, but you don't see too many surgeons saying brain surgeon!
How Do you spell neurosurgeon?
Neurosurgeon is the correct spelling.
How long is an internship for a neurosurgeon?
A neurosurgeon usually spends one year in an internship. But to be a neurosurgeon she will have to do 3-5 years as a neurosurgeon resident.
I want to become a neurologist or a neurosurgeon what type of science do I have to do in school?
Biology, Anatomy and Physiology, Macro Biology, Disease and Pathology, Pharmacology, Chemistry, Infectious Diseases....the list would be shorter if I told you what type of science you WOULD NOT have to take.
