Neurology

International Hospital

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Description: Stroke care requires swift medical intervention to minimize brain damage and improve recovery outcomes. Our team offers comprehensive care from the acute phase to rehabilitation, helping patients regain function after a stroke.
Services Offered:
- Acute Stroke Management: Immediate intervention using clot-busting drugs (tPA) or surgical options, such as thrombectomy, to remove blockages in the brain.
- Brain Imaging: CT scans, MRI scans, and Angiography to determine the type and location of the stroke.
- Post-Stroke Rehabilitation: Tailored rehabilitation plans that may include physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy to help patients regain lost functions.
- Stroke Prevention Counseling: Guidance on blood pressure management, cholesterol control, and lifestyle changes to reduce the risk of future strokes.
Conditions Treated:
- Ischemic stroke (caused by blocked arteries)
- Hemorrhagic stroke (caused by brain bleeding)
- Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA) (mini-stroke)
- Post-stroke rehabilitation for physical, cognitive, and speech recovery.

Description: The first step in the diagnosis and treatment of neurological conditions, a general consultation involves a comprehensive evaluation by a neurologist. This helps to identify the underlying causes of neurological symptoms such as headaches, dizziness, numbness, seizures, and weakness.
Services Offered:
- Comprehensive Assessment: Detailed medical history and symptom review.
- Physical and Neurological Examination: Neurological tests to assess motor skills, reflexes, balance, and sensory function.
- Diagnostic Recommendations: Based on the consultation, the neurologist may recommend further diagnostic testing, such as MRI, CT scans, or EEGs, to obtain a clear picture of the patient’s condition.
Conditions Treated:
- Headaches
- Dizziness and vertigo
- Numbness and tingling
- Tremors and weakness
- Cognitive impairment or memory issues

Description: The Neurology Department provides expert care for patients suffering from neurodegenerative diseases, such as Parkinson’s Disease and Alzheimer’s Disease, offering early diagnosis, symptom management, and long-term care options.
Services Offered:
- Comprehensive Diagnosis: Using clinical assessments, MRI, PET scans, and neuropsychological testing to accurately diagnose neurodegenerative diseases.
- Medication Management: Treatment with medications like Levodopa for Parkinson’s disease and Cholinesterase inhibitors for Alzheimer’s to control symptoms and improve quality of life.
- Movement Disorder Clinics: Specialized Parkinson’s clinics providing a multidisciplinary approach, including physical, occupational, and speech therapy.
- Cognitive Support: Cognitive therapy and support groups for patients with Alzheimer’s and their families to navigate memory loss, confusion, and behavioral changes.
Conditions Treated:
- Parkinson’s disease
- Alzheimer’s disease
- Vascular dementia
- Huntington’s disease
- Frontotemporal dementia

Description: Spinal surgery is performed to treat various conditions affecting the spinal cord, vertebrae, and intervertebral discs. Our neurosurgeons are experts in spinal procedures that can alleviate pain and improve mobility in patients suffering from spinal disorders.
Services Offered:
- Spinal Decompression Surgery: Involves removing the portion of a disc, bone, or tissue pressing on the spinal cord or nerve roots, relieving pressure and pain.
- Spinal Fusion: A procedure in which two or more vertebrae are joined together to prevent movement that causes pain or instability.
- Minimally Invasive Spinal Surgery: Using smaller incisions, advanced techniques allow for quicker recovery times, reduced pain, and fewer risks.
- Cervical Discectomy and Fusion: Removal of damaged discs in the neck area followed by fusion to stabilize the spine.
Conditions Treated:
- Herniated discs
- Spinal stenosis
- Scoliosis
- Spondylolisthesis
- Spinal tumors
- Cervical and lumbar radiculopathy (nerve root compression)

Description: Cutting-edge imaging technologies are available at International Hospital to assist in the diagnosis of neurological disorders.
Services Offered:
- MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging): A non-invasive imaging technique that provides detailed views of the brain and spinal cord to detect abnormalities such as tumors, lesions, or blood clots.
- CT Scans (Computed Tomography): Used for diagnosing acute neurological issues like stroke, bleeding, or trauma.
- EEG (Electroencephalogram): Monitors electrical brain activity, particularly useful for diagnosing epilepsy and seizure disorders.
- PET Scans (Positron Emission Tomography): Helps in the diagnosis and staging of neurological conditions such as Parkinson’s disease and Alzheimer’s disease.

Description: Chronic headaches and migraines can severely impact a patient’s quality of life. Our department provides advanced treatment options to manage and reduce the frequency of headaches and migraines.
- Services Offered:
  - Comprehensive Assessment: Detailed medical history and diagnostic imaging to understand the underlying causes of headaches.
  - Medication and Pain Management: Customized treatment plans using prescription medications, over-the-counter pain relievers, and botox injections for chronic migraines.
  - Lifestyle Counseling: Counseling on managing triggers, including stress, diet, and sleep hygiene.
  - Biofeedback and Behavioral Therapy: Non-drug therapies that help patients better control their headache symptoms.
- Conditions Treated:
  - Migraines
  - Tension headaches
  - Cluster headaches
  - Medication-overuse headaches

Doctor Name	Role	Specialties/Responsibilities	Availability	Nurse/Assistant
Dr. Rwan Baz	Consultant Neurosurgeon	Brain tumor surgery, spinal surgery, deep brain stimulation surgery	Mon-Fri: 9 AM – 5 PM	Nurse Shilan Karim (Post-op care, patient monitoring, rehabilitation)
Dr. Rasty Saeed	Neurosurgeon	Spinal cord injury surgery, vascular neurosurgery, traumatic brain injury surgery	Mon-Fri: 8 AM – 4 PM	Nurse Zheen Hama (Pre-surgical assessments, sterilization, patient care during surgery)
Dr. Nabil Mahmud	Consultant Neurosurgeon	Peripheral nerve surgery, spinal surgery, stereotactic surgery for movement disorders	Mon-Fri: 8 AM – 4 PM	Nurse Sarwat Sheni (Pain management, post-operative recovery, monitoring)
Nurse Shilan Karim	Senior Neurosurgery Nurse	Post-operative care, patient monitoring, rehabilitation support	Mon-Fri: 8 AM – 5 PM	–
Nurse Zheen Hama	Neurosurgery Nurse	Pre-surgical assessments, sterilization procedures, patient care during surgery	Mon-Fri: 8 AM – 4 PM	–
Nurse Sarwat Sheni	Neurosurgery Nurse	Managing patient pain, recovery assistance, monitoring post-operative complications	Mon-Fri: 9 AM – 5 PM	–
Ms. Sarah Salih	Medical Secretary	Managing patient files, scheduling appointments, communication between departments	Mon-Fri: 9 AM – 5 PM	–