Some people experience allergies all year long while others only suffer during specific seasons, such as spring and early summer, a.k.a. “the pollen season.” Allergies are often accompanied by a runny nose, nasal congestion, headaches, and other symptoms. But what if these symptoms persist, even if medications are taken to relieve them? What Is A […]
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Learning your infant or child has been diagnosed with hydrocephalus can be a very emotional and overwhelming experience. Neurosurgery offers treatments that are proven effective in the treatment of hydrocephalus, diverting the flow of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) to avoid build-up in the brain. What is Hydrocephalus Hydrocephalus is a condition in which excess CSF (cerebrospinal […]
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Your doctor may have recommended you see a neurosurgeon for surgical treatment of your sciatica. Microdiscectomy is considered a reliable surgery for relief from the symptoms of sciatica. The surgical procedure involves the removal of a small part of a vertebral disc that may be compressing a nerve root. What is Sciatica Sciatica is a […]
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The exact cause of a brain tumor is unclear for most patients. It forms when a group of cells in the brain display odd growth patterns and eventually develop into an abnormal mass of cells. This irregular growth of cells in the brain hinders the normal role of the central nervous system, making treatment to […]
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Hudson Valley Brain & Spine Surgery neurosurgeon Dr. Jeffrey Oppenheim was honored by Good Samaritan Hospital as this year’s recipient of the Sister Josep Rita Award for Medical Excellence. “It is a huge honor to be recognized by the high-quality physicians that I have had the privilege of working with for so many years,” said […]
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