Neurosurgeon Consultant

Roles and responsibilities

The Neurologist will be responsible for diagnosing and treating patients with neurological conditions, specializing in areas such as Epilepsy, Movement Disorders, and EEG readings. Daily tasks include patient consultations, diagnostic tests, treatment planning, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.

• Medicine and Neurology skills
• Specialization in Epilepsy and Movement Disorders
• Experience in EEG interpretation
• Strong diagnostic and treatment planning abilities
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Board certification in Neurology
• Experience in rehabilitation or multidisciplinary team settings
• Korean speakers are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Diagnosing Neurological Conditions
  • Assessing patients' neurological symptoms and performing diagnostic tests, including physical exams, imaging, and electrodiagnostic studies.
  • Diagnosing conditions such as brain tumors, spinal cord injuries, epilepsy, stroke, neurodegenerative diseases, and hydrocephalus.
• Performing Neurosurgical Procedures
  • Conducting brain, spine, and nervous system surgeries, including tumor removal, aneurysm clipping, spinal fusion, spinal cord decompression, and epilepsy surgery.
  • Performing minimally invasive procedures using endoscopic techniques and advanced technologies to reduce recovery time and complications.
• Managing Neurological Emergencies
  • Treating trauma patients with head and spinal injuries, performing surgeries to stabilize their condition, and managing recovery and rehabilitation.
  • Providing acute care for conditions such as acute spinal cord injury, intracranial hemorrhage, and status epilepticus.
• Post-Operative Care and Rehabilitation
  • Overseeing post-surgical recovery, including monitoring for complications such as infection, hemorrhage, and nerve damage.
  • Developing rehabilitation plans to help patients regain motor function, cognition, and quality of life after surgery.
• Non-Surgical Management
  • Providing non-surgical treatments for conditions like chronic back pain, spinal disc herniation, headaches, and cerebrovascular disease.
  • Prescribing medication, physical therapy, and other interventions for managing chronic neurological conditions.
• Patient Counseling and Education
  • Explaining diagnoses and treatment options to patients and their families, addressing concerns about the risks and benefits of surgical procedures.
  • Providing support and advice on lifestyle changes, long-term management, and coping strategies for chronic neurological conditions.
• Research and Clinical Trials
  • Conducting research to advance the understanding and treatment of neurological diseases and disorders.
  • Participating in or leading clinical trials aimed at testing new surgical techniques, therapies, or medications.
• Collaboration with Other Specialists
  • Collaborating with neurologists, oncologists, radiologists, pain management specialists, and rehabilitation professionals to provide integrated care for patients with neurological conditions.
  • Referring patients to other specialists when necessary for comprehensive care.

Desired candidate profile

• Extensive Knowledge of Neuroscience and Anatomy
  • Deep understanding of the brain, spinal cord, and peripheral nervous system, including the structure, function, and pathology of these systems.
  • Expertise in neuroanatomy, neurophysiology, and the understanding of neurological disorders such as stroke, epilepsy, Parkinson’s disease, brain tumors, spinal cord injuries, and traumatic brain injuries (TBI).
• Advanced Surgical Skills
  • Mastery in performing delicate and complex surgeries involving the brain, spine, and nervous system, such as craniotomies, spinal fusions, tumor resections, aneurysm repairs, and deep brain stimulation (DBS).
  • Expertise in minimally invasive techniques, including endoscopic surgery, stereotactic radiosurgery (e.g., Gamma Knife), and robotic-assisted surgery.
• Diagnostic Expertise
  • Ability to diagnose neurological conditions using advanced imaging technologies such as MRI, CT scans, angiography, and electroencephalography (EEG).
  • Proficiency in interpreting neuroimaging results to plan surgical interventions and understand disease progression.
• Management of Neurological Disorders
  • Expertise in treating a wide range of neurological disorders, such as brain tumors, aneurysms, stroke, spinal deformities, herniated discs, spinal stenosis, and cerebral palsy.
  • Skilled in non-surgical management for certain neurological conditions, including medications, rehabilitation, and monitoring of degenerative diseases.
• Multidisciplinary Collaboration
  • Ability to work closely with neurologists, oncologists, radiologists, rehabilitation specialists, and other healthcare providers to ensure comprehensive care for patients.
  • Coordination with other medical professionals in the management of conditions such as stroke, epilepsy, and neuro-oncological diseases.
• Patient Education and Communication
  • Strong communication skills to explain complex neurological conditions, surgical procedures, and post-operative care to patients and their families.
  • Ability to provide emotional support to patients and families dealing with critical or life-threatening neurological conditions.
• Pain Management
  • Expertise in managing post-surgical pain, including the use of opioid analgesics, nerve blocks, and spinal cord stimulators.
  • Knowledge of non-surgical methods of pain relief, such as physical therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy.