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DR ASHOK SINGHAL
Neurologist
Introduction
Dr. Ashok Kumar Singhal is one of the best Neurologists in Bangalore and has an experience of over 16 years in this field. His areas of expertise are Stroke therapy, Neuromuscular Disorders, Botox Therapy and electrophysiology. Dr. Ashok Singhal has successfully treated many patients with neuromuscular disorders and gives every patient the best of medical care.
Hospital Associations
Fortis Hospital, Bannerghatta Road.
Services/Interest
- Stroke (I V Thrombolysis)
- Neuromuscular Disorders
- BOTOX Therapy
- Electrophysiology
- Epilepsy
Experience
Dr. Ashok Singhal is a leading Neurologist in Bangalore and has an experience of over 16 years in this field. He has immense expertise in this field and has been associated with several prestigious institutes in the past. Dr. Ashok Singhal was Consultant Neurologist at Sagar Apollo Hospital Bangalore and Senior Consultant Neurologist at Apollo Hospitals Bangalore.
Professional Memberships
Life member of Indian Academy of Neurology. Life member of Indian Epilepsy Association. Life member of Bangalore Neurological Society. Associate member of International Headache Society.
Awards and Recognitions
Dr. Singhal is Gold medalist and best outgoing student in MBBS. Dr. Ashok Singhal was chosen for Dr. Anisiya Vasant Memorial Award at NIMHANS for best Resident in Neurology for 2005.
Education
MBBS : Sardar Patel Medical College Bikaner, Rajasthan (1992- 97). MD : General Medicine (May 1998- June 2001) from Swai Man Singh Medical College Jaipur. DM : Neurology (Sept 2002 – Aug 2005) from National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences (NIMHANS) Bangalore.
I Speak
English
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Write FeedbackWhat is a neurologist?
Neurology is the branch of medicine that focuses on study and treatment of disorders of the nervous system. A neurologist is a physician who specializes in treating diseases of the nervous system which is made of two parts: the central and peripheral nervous system. It includes the brain and spinal cord.
Before neurologists can practice, they must:
- Graduate from medical school
- Complete an internship
- Receive 3 years of training in a Neurology residency program.
What are the diseases treated by the neurologists?
- Stroke and Neurological trauma
- Tumors of the nervous system
- Infections of the nervous system
- Multiple sclerosis and other autoimmune diseases
- Epilepsy and Headaches
- Peripheral nerve disease
- Neuromuscular diseases
- Dementia
- Movement and Sleep disorders
When should you go and see a neurologist?
A person should go and see a neurologist if he is suffering from:
- Severe headaches and chronic pain.
- Dizziness, numbness or tingling.
- Chronic weakness.
- Problems with movement and vision problems.
- Seizures
- Difficulty in thinking and sleep problems.
What tests are done by a neurologist?
Tests performed by neurologists are Neurological Diagnostic Tests, Brainstem Auditory Evoked Response (BAER) Test, Carotid Duplex (Carotid Ultrasound), Cerebral Angiography (Also Called Vertebral Angiogram or Carotid Angiogram), Computed Tomography (CT or CAT scan), Discography, Doppler Ultrasound, Electroencephalogram (EEG), Electromyography (EMG), Intrathecal Contrast Enhanced CAT Scan, Lumbar Puncture (Spinal Tap), Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), Magnetic Resonance Angiogram (MRA)/Magnetic Resonance Venogram (MRV), Myelogram, Nerve Conduction Study, Oculoplethysmography (OPG), Positron Emission Tomography (PET) Scan, Selective Nerve Root Block, Single Photon Emission Computed Tomography (SPECT) Scan, and Somatosensory Evoked Response (SSER) Test.
What is the difference between neurologist and psychiatrist?
Neurological practice relies on the field of neuroscience, the scientific study of the nervous system while psychiatry is the medical specialty devoted to the diagnosis, prevention, study, and treatment of mental disorders. A neurologist is a physician specializing in the treatment of exogenous (organic) disorders that are caused by organic brain damage, and psychiatrist is a physician that treats endogenous disorders that are not attributable to any external or environmental factor. They are due to biological, physiological, genetic mental reactions, states, and development, which is caused by the internal constitutional disorder.
How to prepare for your first appointment with a neurologist?
Write down the symptoms and other health information, including medications, previous illnesses, allergies, and your family's history of the disease. Make a list of your questions. Have the previous test results sent in advance, or take them with you. Don't be hesitant to ask questions if you're confused about something. Make sure you understand the diagnosis and treatment and any further steps that have been suggested you need to take.