Get Virtual Care
For Businesses
About Us
A member asked:
Are there special neurosurgeons who do brainstem operations?
4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Yes: Brainstem surgery is performed in a few centers across the country. I routinely operate on the brainstem.
Answered 10/3/2016
6.4k views
Thank
Brain stem operation: Yes, you need to seek out a neurosurgeon at a major academic center as these conditions are very rare and you need someone who does them regularly. In northern california, ucsf would be a good option.
Answered 9/2/2013
5.4k views
Thank
Related Questions
A member asked:
What is the best way to see if Neurosurgeon is really qualified to perform surgery I need?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
A member asked:
Who is the best neurosurgeon in the world ( brain tumors )?
3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
A member asked:
I have had a mri of my brain and have seen a neurosurgeon now what is the next step?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
People also searched for:
If stage 4 breast cancer mets to the brain causing multiple lesions, and a lot of swelling, why would a neurosurgeon suggest surgery? To do what?
How useful is surgery in treating brainstem cancers?
How risky is C0 to C3 cervical fusion? is this more risky than any other type of cervical spine fusion? is it a common operation for a neurosurgeon? are they chances of improvement higher than risks?
Complications of cubital tunnel surgery a "second opinion" neurosurgeon (from our same ppo) is suggesting an operation to re-route a nerve due to anterior subluxations after the failure of cubitual tunnel surgery; meaning, to loop the nerve around the el
Gone to neurosurgeon twice and he doesnt no why my shunt is vibrating in my head he is one of the best in the country could surgery b the only option ?
Didn't find what you're looking for?
90,000 U.S. doctors in 147 specialties are here to answer your questions or offer you advice, prescriptions, and more.
Ask your questionMore of what we treat
Content on HealthTap (including answers) should not be used for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and interactions on HealthTap do not create a doctor-patient relationship. Never disregard or delay professional medical advice in person because of anything on HealthTap. Call your doctor or 911 if you think you may have a medical emergency.
HIPAASecure
SOC 2 Type 2Certified
JCAHOAccredited
Download HealthTap
Video visit and message your doctor
