Types of Brain Surgery Explained

Brain surgery can be performed to treat a wide range of conditions - learn about the types of brain surgery and what they entail.

Head MRIs: What To Expect

Can Brain Surgery Stop Parkinson's Disease Tremors?

Doctorpedia Neurosurgery Channel Doctor Experts

Doctor Profile

Ramin AmirNovin, MD

Neurosurgery

  • Doctorpedia, Founding Medical Partner
  • Neurosurgery Channel, Chief Medical Officer

Dr. Ramin AmirNovin is Board Certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgeons, is a Partner at Inland Neurosurgery Institute (INI) and serves as the Director of Trauma Neurosurgery at the Pomona Valley Hospital Medical Center.

Doctor Profile

Abhay Sanan, MD

Neurosurgery

  • Doctorpedia, Founding Medical Partner
  • Neurosurgery Channel, Chief Medical Officer

Dr. Abhay Sanan is a practicing board certified neurosurgeon in Tucson, Arizona at the Center for Neurosciences

Scans

Head MRIs: What To Expect

Head MRIs are used to diagnose conditions including MS and stroke - learn about what to expect and how to prepare for the test.

CT Brain Scans

More comprehensive than an x-ray, computerized tomography or CT brain scan can be ordered for numerous reasons.

Can Brain Scans Diagnose Mental Illness?

A 2020 study showed that neurological disorders can be detected using a combination of machine learning and MRI technology.

MRI vs. PET Scans

MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) and PET (positron emission tomography) Scans are two imaging tests that diagnose abnormalities in the body

Associated Conditions

Associated Conditions

Can Brain Surgery Stop Parkinson's Disease Tremors?

Deep brain stimulation (DBS) can almost completely eliminate tremors for those with Parkinson's Disease who are eligible for the brain surgery.

Associated Conditions

Is Deep Brain Stimulation Safe For Depression?

Deep brain stimulation (DBS) may help people with depression, especially when they haven't responded to other treatments - but is it safe?

Associated Conditions

Brain Tumor Warning Signs

There are a variety of warning signs and physical symptoms that can indicate a brain tumor - be sure to look out for them and contact a doctor if necessary.

Procedures

Brain Aneurysm Repair

A brain aneurysm, either ruptured or unruptured, can be repaired through surgical clipping or endovascular coiling.

Craniotomy: An Explanation

Before a brain surgery is performed, the skull must be opened to provide access to the brain. This procedure is called a craniotomy,

Types of Brain Surgery Explained

Brain surgery can be performed to treat a wide range of conditions - learn about the types of brain surgery and what they entail.

What Is A Brain Biopsy?

Here’s everything you need to know about a brain biopsy, including why it’s done, what happens in the OR, potential risks, and recovery.

Tech

Tech

AI, Machine Learning, and Neurosurgery

Although robots won’t be performing brain surgery anytime soon, artificial Intelligence (AI) is already transforming our lives

Tech

3D Printing & Neurosurgery – Is The Future Here?

3D printing is already being used in medicine and creating organs but is the future here for the technology and neurosurgery?

Tech

Virtual Reality Simulations For Neurosurgery Training

Recent advances in virtual reality show a promising future in using simulations for neurosurgery training - is the future now?

Videos

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