Details of Neurologist at Artemis Shanti Hospital, Raipur
A neurologist or neuro doctor specialises in diagnosing, treating and managing conditions of the brain and nervous system (brain, spinal cord and nerves).
The human nervous system is one of the most complex and critical networks in the body, responsible for a wide range of functions, including movement and cognition. When issues arise related to the brain, spinal cord, or peripheral nerves, consulting a neuro doctor becomes essential. Neurologists are highly trained specialists who diagnose, treat, and manage a broad spectrum of neurological conditions affecting patients of all ages.
Since its establishment in 2007, the Department of Neurology at Artemis Shanti Hospital has been at the forefront of diagnosing, treating, and rehabilitating patients with neurological disorders and conditions. Consult the best neurologist in Raipur at Artemis Shanti Hospital for a comprehensive treatment approach to common and complex neurological conditions.
What Conditions Does a Neurologist Treat?
A neurologist treats various disorders affecting the brain, spine, and nerves. From common issues like migraines to complex conditions such as Parkinson’s or stroke, specialists at Artemis Shanti Hospital provide expert diagnosis and care for a wide range of neurological problems:
- Alzheimer’s disease and other types of dementia
- Brain or spinal cord injury
- Vascular malformations
- Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS)
- Cerebral palsy and spasticity
- Arteriovenous malformations and cerebral aneurysms
- Concussion
- Epilepsy
- Encephalitis
- Headaches/ migraines
- Facial pain syndromes
- Hydrocephalus
- Mental and behavioural health disorders
- Meningitis
- Multiple sclerosis
- Pain in the neck, back and spine
- Parkinson’s disease
- Peripheral neuropathy
- Stroke
- Sleep disorders
- Tremor, dystonia
- Tumours of the brain and spine
What Procedures Does a Neurologist Perform?
We have some of the best neuro doctors who perform or recommend a range of diagnostic procedures to understand and manage neurological conditions effectively. These include:
- Angiography: An angiography detects blockage or damage in the blood vessels of the head, brain or neck.
- Biopsy: A biopsy involves the removal of a small piece of muscle, nerve or brain tissue for examination.
- Cerebrospinal fluid analysis: This test involves the removal of a fluid sample surrounding the brain and spinal cord.
- Imaging tests such as computed tomography (CT), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), X rays and ultrasound.
- EEG (electroencephalography): An EEG detects the brain’s electrical activity and helps in the diagnosis of seizures, infections, brain injury and tumours.
- EMG (electromyography): An EMG records electrical activity in the muscles and diagnoses disorders of the nerves and muscles.
- ENG (electronystagmography): A group of tests done to diagnose balance disorders, dizziness and involuntary movement in the eye.
- PET (positron emission tomography): This type of imaging test helps detect tumours and is used to evaluate brain tumours, dementia, Alzheimer’s disease, and epilepsy.
Facilities Available at the Department of Neurology, Artemis Shanti Hospital, Raipur. We offer 24/7 state-of-the-art laboratory services, including:
- Imaging: Three Tesla MRI machines and an ultra-fast CT scanner
- PET CT scan
Neurophysiological laboratory featuring:
- EEG
- EMG
- NCV
- Visual Evoked Potential, and
- Brainstem Auditory Evoked Potential
Reasons to Make an Appointment With a Neurologist
See a neurologist in Raipur at Artemis Shanti Hospital if you are experiencing one or more of the following symptoms:
- Memory disturbances
- Loss of consciousness
- Smell or taste disturbances
- Seizures
- Vision problems
- Tingling or numbness sensations
- Facial asymmetries
- Ringing in the ears (tinnitus), deafness
- Vertigo
- Difficulty with tongue movements or swallowing
- Muscle weakness, spasms, cramps and twitching
- Headache, neck and back pain
- Slowness in movement
- Tremors
How to Book an Appointment With a Neurologist at Artemis Shanti Hospital, Raipur?
To book an appointment with a neurologist in Raipur at Artemis Shanti Hospital can be done in a few simple steps. You can call our customer care or WhatsApp us.. If you prefer, you can also book an appointment through the Artemis Mobile App, available for both iOS and Android users or via our online patient portal.
