Minimally Invasive Surgery
This term refers to a new way of performing spinal surgery with the help of tubular systems or small retractors rather than through large open incisions.
Acoustic neuroma surgery
An acoustic neuroma is a benign, slow-growing tumour that originates in the canal connecting the brain to the inner ear, from the 8th cranial nerve.
Anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF)
Disc can become damaged either through trauma or degeneration can be a source of pain.
Carpal tunnel decompression (Mini Open)
Carpal tunnel syndrome is a condition involving compression of the median nerve within the carpal tunnel of the wrist, due to a raised pressure within this compartment.
Cervical disc replacement
Cervical disc replacement is a surgical procedure to treat a herniated disc in the cervical or neck region.
Endoscopic third ventriculostomy
Endoscopic third ventriculostomy is a surgical procedure offered to patients with obstructive or non-communicating hydrocephalus.
Lumbar laminectomy and hemi-laminectomy
The lamina is the part of the posterior ring structure of every vertebra that surrounds the spinal cord or the nerves.
Stereotactic brain biopsy
Stereotactic brain biopsy is a common procedure that allows a neurosurgeon to diagnose a brain lesion.
Ulnar nerve decompression
The ulnar nerve as it travels through the lower part of the arm, the elbow and into the top part of the forearm runs through several areas in which it can be compressed or stretche
Dr Martin Scholsem
Spinal Surgeon + Neurosurgeon
Dr Scholsem’s philosophy is that all people are entitled to excellent health care. This starts first with listening to and understanding the patient, and then empowering them with the information they need to make an informed decision.
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