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Should A Neurosurgeon Be Consulted For Persistent Back Problems?

I want to get a second opinion on by back, I have had surgery on in the past and need to see a Dr. again, the surgeon I saw in the past is retired. Should I see a neurologist or a neurosurgeon? I am looking for a Dr. at the barnes jewish hospital (it is one of the best hospitals) in st. Louis, MO. My primary doctors says he wouldn t know who to recommend, would you be able to recommend a good one to me? Thank you, Jackie Chumbley
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Hello,

I would first recommend consulting with a neurologist for a physical exam and performing a column CT scan, in order to investigate if there is need for surgery or for medical treatment. The next step would be consulting with a spinal surgeon, if there are serious damages to your vertebral column, which can not be treated with medications.

Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Ilir Sharka, Cardiologist
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Should A Neurosurgeon Be Consulted For Persistent Back Problems?

Hello, I would first recommend consulting with a neurologist for a physical exam and performing a column CT scan, in order to investigate if there is need for surgery or for medical treatment. The next step would be consulting with a spinal surgeon, if there are serious damages to your vertebral column, which can not be treated with medications. Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Ilir Sharka, Cardiologist