Neurosurgeon

usgb/ˈnʊrəʊsɜːrdʒən/
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A doctor who specializes in the surgery of the nervous system, especially the brain and spinal cord.

The neurosurgeon will decide whether you need surgery on your brain.
Visual representation of "neurosurgeon" - A doctor who specializes in the surgery of the nervous system, especially the brain and spinal cord.

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  • consult a neurosurgeon
  • neurosurgeon diagnosis

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Specialist Surgeon

Neurosurgeons undergo extensive training to operate on complex nervous system issues.

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After years of training, she became a leading neurosurgeon.
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Not Just the Brain

Neurosurgeons also treat spinal problems, not only brain disorders.

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The neurosurgeon performed spinal surgery to alleviate the patient's back pain.
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High Stakes

Surgery by neurosurgeons often involves significant risks due to the complexity of the nervous system.

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The neurosurgeon explained the high risks involved in the upcoming brain surgery.
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