Your Questions, Answered
When should I see a neurosurgeon vs. a neurologist?
A neurologist manages conditions with medication. A neurosurgeon is needed when there is a structural problem — tumour, aneurysm, disc herniation, haemorrhage — that may require surgery or intervention. Dr. Singh always advises non-surgical options first when appropriate.
Is surgery always the first option for brain tumours?
No. Many benign, slow-growing tumours can be monitored with serial MRIs. Surgery is recommended when a tumour causes symptoms, is growing, or is surgically accessible. All options — observation, radiosurgery, surgery — are always discussed first.
What is the difference between a stroke and a brain haemorrhage?
Stroke includes ischaemic stroke (clot blocking blood flow, ~85%) and haemorrhagic stroke (burst vessel, ~15%). Brain haemorrhage refers specifically to bleeding — from aneurysm rupture, AVM, or high blood pressure. Both are medical emergencies.
How long is recovery after spine surgery?
Minimally invasive disc surgery: walking same day, light work in 2–4 weeks. Spinal fusion: light activity in 4–6 weeks, full recovery in 3–6 months. Cervical disc replacement: similar, with potentially faster return to movement. Dr. Singh provides personalised timelines before every surgery.
Can a brain aneurysm be treated without open surgery?
Yes — in many cases. Endovascular coiling delivers platinum coils into the aneurysm via a catheter through the groin — no skull opening required. For some aneurysms, surgical clipping is the better long-term option. Dr. Singh is trained in both and recommends the safest approach for each individual case.
How soon should a stroke patient reach hospital?
Immediately. Clot-busting medication (tPA) can be given within 4.5 hours. Thrombectomy has a window of up to 24 hours in selected patients. The faster the treatment, the better the outcome — every single minute counts.
What is endovascular neurosurgery?
Endovascular neurosurgery involves treating brain and spinal vascular diseases from inside the blood vessels using catheters, wires, coils, and stents — without opening the skull. Dr. Singh has a dedicated Fellowship in this subspecialty from GB Pant Institute, New Delhi.
Does Dr. Singh accept insurance / CGHS / ECHS?
Max Smart SuperSpeciality Hospital, Saket is empanelled with major insurance providers, CGHS, and ECHS. Please contact us in advance with your insurance details so we can assist with cashless authorisation.