Spine and Spinal Cord Tumors
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Tumors of the spine and spinal cord are abnormal growths of tissue that form within or around the spinal cord and the bones of the spine. They can be benign or malignant and can originate in the area or come from another part of the body.
Common symptoms: They may cause back or neck pain that does not let up, weakness or tingling in the arms or legs, and difficulty walking or controlling the sphincters.
When to see a doctor? Persistent back pain accompanied by weakness or neurological changes deserves evaluation without postponing it.
Which specialist treats it? The neurosurgeon is the professional who evaluates tumors of the spine and spinal cord and defines the workup plan. If you notice these symptoms, scheduling a timely consultation is what is most recommended.
Data on 159 doctors who treat spine and spinal cord tumors
Which specialist treats spine and spinal cord tumors?
Spine and spinal cord tumors are abnormal growths that can compress nerve structures. A neurosurgeon is the specialist who evaluates and treats these tumors. If you have persistent back pain, weakness, or loss of sensation in your limbs, see this specialist.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in spine and spinal cord tumors
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. José Ramón Olivas C.
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Isaac E. Tello Mata
Dr. Héctor Garza Blizzard
Dr. Mauricio Armando Esqueda Liquidano
Dr. Gilberto Morales Salgado
Dr. Oscar Yair Nava Garcia
Dr. Sandra Briseida Hernández León
Dr. Flor Corona
Dr. Bernardo Velazquez Pallares
Dr. Gloria Nayeli Vega Hernández
Dr. Iran Pardo
Dr. Jorge Alfonso Trejo Buendía
Dr. María Elena Córdoba Mosqueda
Dr. Lorena Ibañez
Frequently asked questions
What is spine and spinal cord tumors?
Tumors of the spine and spinal cord are abnormal growths of tissue that form within or around the spinal cord and the bones of the spine. They can be benign or malignant and can originate in the area or come from another part of the body.
Which doctor treats spine and spinal cord tumors?
Spine and spinal cord tumors are abnormal growths that can compress nerve structures. A neurosurgeon is the specialist who evaluates and treats these tumors. If you have persistent back pain, weakness, or loss of sensation in your limbs, see this specialist.