Brain surgery at Dr. Zuhair’s clinic
Brain surgery reviews at the clinic cover brain tumors (pituitary, meningioma, glioma, acoustic neuroma), skull base surgery, hemorrhage, hydrocephalus, and head injury follow-up. The visit focuses on reviewing your MRI or CT, examining you, and explaining what the imaging and symptoms suggest.
What this specialty covers
Brain surgery reviews at the clinic cover brain tumors (pituitary, meningioma, glioma, acoustic neuroma), skull base surgery, hemorrhage, hydrocephalus, and head injury follow-up. The visit focuses on reviewing your MRI or CT, examining you, and explaining what the imaging and symptoms suggest.
Common reasons patients come in
These are examples of conditions reviewed at the clinic. The actual review depends on your specific imaging and symptoms:
Pituitary tumor
Visual field changes or hormonal symptoms
Meningioma
Persistent headache or new neurological symptoms
Glioma
Seizures, headache, or focal weakness
Acoustic neuroma
One-sided hearing loss or balance changes
Hydrocephalus
Headache with gait or memory changes
What the visit usually looks like
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Bring brain MRI or CT and any prior reports
Films on CD, printed reports, and notes from the referring doctor. The clinic team reviews them before the visit so time is spent on explanation, not loading images.
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Review of imaging and clinical examination
Dr. Zuhair reads the imaging, examines you, and explains what is seen and what is not. The discussion depends on what is found — some findings need follow-up, others need further tests, and a smaller number are surgical.
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Plan the next step
The plan may include further imaging, hormonal or visual testing (for pituitary cases), a follow-up visit, or a discussion of a procedure. You leave with a clear summary.
What to prepare
Bringing the following helps the clinic team review your case efficiently:
- Brain MRI or CT on CD/DVD, or a printed report with images
- Any prior imaging for comparison, even from years ago
- A list of current symptoms with when they started and how they change
- A list of current medications and previous treatments
- For pituitary cases: recent hormone blood tests and visual field test results
- Sudden severe headache unlike any before, with or without vomiting
- New seizure, new confusion, or sudden change in speech or vision
- Progressive weakness on one side, or sudden loss of consciousness
Common questions from patients
Do all brain tumors need surgery?
No. Many brain findings are followed with imaging over time, especially small and slow-growing ones. Surgery is considered when the imaging and symptoms together suggest it is the appropriate next step. The decision is made case by case.
What is skull base surgery?
Skull base surgery is a group of techniques to reach tumors and lesions at the base of the brain, behind the eyes, or near critical nerves and vessels. Approaches vary by case; the visit discusses the specific approach for your imaging.
How long is the typical hospital stay?
Hospital stay depends on the procedure and on the patient. It is discussed during the visit once the procedure plan is clear. The clinic team coordinates the pre-admission and discharge planning.
Can I send my MRI ahead of the visit?
Yes. Use the contact page to send files. Sending ahead lets Dr. Zuhair review the images before the visit so the consultation focuses on explanation and discussion.
Related specialties
Other specialties seen at the clinic: