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By Mr Christos Tolias
14.12.18
Neurosurgeon

Meningioma: making a decision about treatment

There are many ways to treat a brain tumour – but which is best? We spoke to Mr Christos Tolias, one of London's most highly-experienced neurosurgeons.

By Dr Benjamin Abramov
13.12.18
Fertility specialist

FAQs: in vitro fertilisation (IVF) – part 1

In vitro fertilisation is a form of fertility treatment that can help women to get pregnant. Dr Benjamin Abramov, a leading fertility specialist, answers some frequently asked questions about IVF.

By Mr Keng Jin Ng
13.12.18
Urologist

How to tell if you’ve got cystitis

Cystitis is quite simply inconvenient, from the burning sensation when trying to urinate to sitting on the toilet in utter frustration. Sometimes, however, the discomfort of trying to empty the bladder could be a symptom of another complex nerve condition, which has been mistaken as a UTI. Expert urologist Mr Keng Jing Ng explains how to differentiate between cystitis or something else…

By Dr Lars Davidsson
13.12.18
Psychiatrist

Understanding adult ADHD

ADHD is a well-known disorder, but most people will associate it with children who are unable to focus at school. However, ADHD is much more than this, and it is a disorder that can continue on into adulthood. Dr Lars Davidsson, a leading psychiatrist, explains how ADHD affects adults and how getting a diagnosis can really transform the lives of those living with this condition.

By Mr Matthew Solan
13.12.18
Orthopaedic surgeon

Standing CT: the latest and best foot scanning technology

Is your local clinic making use of standing CT scan technology yet? In an exclusive interview with Top Doctors, leading trauma and orthopaedic surgeon Mr Matthew Solan explains why this new device is a huge advance in diagnosing foot and ankle problems to deliver the best-quality treatment.

By Mr Sinan Barazi
12.12.18
Neurosurgeon

Managing your headache

Headaches can come in various shapes and sizes, from common tension headaches to cluster headaches and migraines and the way to manage them depends on the type. There are many options, but don’t worry! Leading neurosurgeon Mr Sinan Barazi, part of the London Neurosurgery Partnership, is here with a handy guide to headache management.

By Mr Omar Khan
12.12.18
Surgeon

The myths of obesity and weight-loss surgery

Despite the current obesity epidemic in the UK, many hold negative opinions about the concept of weight-loss surgery. However, many of the arguments held against bariatric surgery are based on misconceptions and misunderstandings. Mr Omar Khan, a leading bariatric surgeon, dispels some of these commonly believed myths about both weight-loss surgery and obesity.

By Mr Nicholas Thomas
12.12.18
Neurosurgeon

Microdiscectomy: a new treatment for slipped disc

Slipped disc affects approximately 1 in 50 people and can be a serious cause of back pain. Luckily, in the 21st century we have a wide range of ways to treat slipped disc. One of the latest is an innovative procedure called microdiscectomy, which promises an effective surgical solution without causing too much damage to the skin and muscles in your back. We spoke to Mr Nicholas Thomas, a leading neurosurgeon based in London, to find out what it involves.

By Mr Stefano Giuliani
12.12.18
Paediatric surgeon

Neonatal surgery: fixing congenital abnormalities

Newborns need surgery when they are born with congenital abnormalities. This means that some organs did not form in the right way before birth and there is a need to perform neonatal surgery to correct the anatomy to allow that organ to function properly. Mr Stefano Giuliani, an expert neonatal surgeon, explains why some newborn babies require surgery after birth.

By Dr David Bloom
12.12.18
Dentist

Smile design: teeth straightening and teeth whitening

Dr David Bloom, an experienced dentist, explains what smile design is and the options for teeth straightening and teeth whitening that are available.

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