Dr. Goutham Cugati

A neurosurgeon is trained to treat conditions of the brain, spine, and nervous system, while a spine surgeon may come from either a neurosurgery or an orthopaedic background with additional spine-specific training. The key distinction patients should know:

Neurosurgeons: are equipped to manage spine conditions that involve the nervous system directly, including nerve compression, spinal tumours, and cases requiring neurological assessment alongside the structural spine problem.

Orthopaedic spine surgeons: focus primarily on the bones, joints, and mechanical structure of the spine.

Combined expertise: as in neurosurgeons with dedicated spine training, allows for comprehensive evaluation of both the structural and neurological aspects of a spine condition in a single consultation.

Dr Goutham Cugati is a Consultant Neurosurgeon and Spine Surgeon, trained in complex and minimally invasive spine surgery at Cleveland Clinic, USA, which allows him to manage spine conditions with both neurological and structural expertise combined.

Dr Goutham Cugati is a Consultant Neurosurgeon and Spine Surgeon specialising in:

• Brain tumour surgery
• Minimally invasive spine surgery
• Endoscopic spine surgery
• Skull base surgery
• Neuro-oncology
• Cerebrovascular disorders
• Traumatic brain and spinal injuries
• Degenerative spine conditions

You should consult a neurosurgeon or spine surgeon if you experience any of the following:

• Persistent headaches
• Recurrent seizures
• Chronic neck or back pain
• Numbness or weakness in the limbs
• Difficulty walking or balance problems
• Speech changes
• Symptoms suggestive of a brain or spinal disorder

Early evaluation by Dr Goutham Cugati can help identify the underlying cause and determine the most appropriate treatment plan, whether surgical or non-surgical.

The early warning signs of a brain tumour include:

• Persistent headaches
• New-onset seizures
• Unexplained weakness or numbness
• Vision changes
• Speech difficulties
• Balance problems
• Noticeable changes in memory or personality

While these symptoms do not always indicate a brain tumour, they warrant prompt medical evaluation by a qualified neurosurgeon for accurate diagnosis and appropriate treatment.