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Reviews: Neurosurgeons

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136 reviews

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    Review of doctorKorobtsov Anatoliy Vladimirovich

    5.0Rated 5.0 out of 5

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    The appointment took place, and I want to say a huge thank you to the doctor. We came to this doctor based on a review, trusting our intuition, and it did not let us down.

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    The doctor treats the patient with care, with sensitivity, is involved in the process, wants to listen and help — it's like a motto. It's a banal expression that a person is in the right place, but here it's a fact. Thank you for the work, for the sensitivity and the kind message towards what the doctor does. We wish him grateful patients with eyes full of enthusiasm.

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    Review of doctorKorobtsov Anatoliy Vladimirovich

    5.0Rated 5.0 out of 5

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    I had an appointment with Anatoliy Vladimirovich, and our whole family had an examination with him.

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    The doctor is very competent and attentive. He looked in detail at all the examinations that I brought with me, explained everything to me, gave recommendations and reassured me. We were very pleased.

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    Review of doctorKorobtsov Anatoliy Vladimirovich

    5.0Rated 5.0 out of 5

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    I got an appointment by booking.

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    The doctor is very attentive, a true professional in his field, and the administrator too. I recommend.

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    The appointment went well.

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    The doctor was very kind and explained everything to me well.

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    I had an appointment with the doctor, he explained the whole situation to me, showed the disc and clarified everything.

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    The doctor is absolutely wonderful, a professional in his field. He explained everything to me, showed the disc and clarified everything. I am glad I went. I would recommend everyone to go.

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Neurosurgeons in Astana

A neurosurgeon in Astana is a doctor who operates on and manages patients with diseases of the brain and spinal cord, spine, and peripheral nerves. Patients are referred to them for tumours, intervertebral disc hernias, skull and spine injuries, vascular changes, persistent pain, and movement disorders. A consultation is needed when other methods do not help or the condition requires a surgical solution.

Key points

  • Neurosurgeon in Astana: the portal contains profiles of 86 doctors practising in 32 clinics in the city.
  • Reason for a visit: back pain radiating to the leg or arm, and numbness in the fingers.
  • Urgent signs: weakness in a limb, speech impairment, loss of bladder control after an injury.
  • First appointment: a conversation, testing of reflexes and muscle strength, review of MRI or CT scans.
  • Booking: you need a name, a phone number and a free time slot; registration on the portal is not required.

What a neurosurgeon does

A neurosurgeon provides surgical treatment for diseases of the brain and spinal cord, the spine and peripheral nerves. Their work involves relieving compression of nerve structures, restoring their blood supply and removing pathological formations.

What the specialist's work involves

A neurosurgeon works with the brain and spinal cord, the spine, cranial and peripheral nerves. They operate on spinal hernias, when a bulging disc compresses a nerve root and impairs movement or sensation. Injuries to the nervous system require urgent intervention: with spinal fractures or intracranial haematomas, delay leads to persistent neurological deficit. Tumours of the nervous system are removed to stop compression of healthy tissues and restore lost functions. The specialist also relieves nerve compression in narrow canals, which restores sensation and strength in the limbs. Some operations are aimed at restoring blood flow in the vessels of the brain that supply the nervous tissue. Patients come to them after examinations, when conservative methods have already been exhausted. Therefore it is important to understand what a neurosurgeon treats before being referred for a consultation.

Conditions a neurosurgeon works with

  • Spinal hernias: a bulging intervertebral disc compresses a nerve root, causing pain and weakness in the arm or leg.
  • Injuries to the nervous system: spinal fractures and intracranial haematomas are dangerous because of brain compression, so they require urgent surgery.
  • Tumours of the nervous system: growths in the brain or spinal cord grow and compress healthy tissues, impairing speech, movement and memory.
  • Compression of peripheral nerves: a nerve trapped in a narrow canal leads to numbness and loss of strength in the hand or foot.
  • Vascular changes in the brain: impaired blood flow in the vessels supplying the nervous tissue creates a risk of irreversible damage to areas of the brain.
  • Consequences of past injuries: scars and deformities after healing compress nerve structures, and they are removed surgically.

How a neurosurgeon differs from a physician

A physician manages a patient with complaints of back pain or dizziness and orders initial examinations. They assess the general condition, rule out inflammatory and metabolic causes, and refer for scans and tests. When the examination shows a spinal hernia, a tumour or an injury to the nervous system, a specialist in the field takes over. A physician does not perform operations and does not relieve mechanical nerve compression — that is the surgeon's task. A neurosurgeon assesses how dangerous the situation is for the nervous tissue and whether surgery is needed now or whether observation is possible. They take into account the location of the formation, its proximity to vital areas of the brain and the patient's general condition. The decision is made after scans and an examination, not just from a description of the pain. Therefore, with persistent neurological disorders, the physician refers the patient to a specialist in the field.

When is it time for an appointment?

A neurosurgeon in Astana sees patients with complaints that have been put down to fatigue, osteochondrosis or the effects of stress for years. What helps you understand when to see a doctor is not the intensity of the pain, but the combination of signs and their impact on everyday activities.

What complaints are most common

Back pain radiating into the leg or arm is the most frequent reason for a visit to a neurosurgeon. Patients describe it as a shooting pain, a burning sensation or a pulling band that worsens when bending over and coughing. Numbness in the fingers, tingling in the foot or a feeling as though the limb has become foreign are often added to the pain. Another common complaint is headaches that are not relieved by ordinary painkillers and get worse towards morning. People notice that their balance has become worse, that they stumble on level ground, drop objects from their hands. There are also complaints of restricted movement: it is hard to turn the neck, straighten the lower back, sit or stand for a long time. If such symptoms persist for weeks and interfere with work and sleep, it is sensible not to wait but to see a specialist.

Signs when you must not delay

  • Weakness in an arm or leg: the limb stops obeying, movements become imprecise, and this progresses over hours rather than weeks.
  • Impaired speech and facial expression: a person suddenly speaks indistinctly or the corner of the mouth droops, which requires an urgent assessment of neurological status.
  • Loss of bladder control: incontinence appears or, conversely, urinary retention together with numbness in the saddle area.
  • Head or spine injury: after a fall or blow, vomiting, confusion, memory gaps or severe neck pain occur.
  • Sudden numbness in both legs: sensation is lost symmetrically, the gait becomes unsteady, and there is a feeling of cotton wool under the feet.
  • Deterioration of vision: double vision, loss of visual fields or temporary blindness in one eye combined with a headache.

What a delayed visit leads to

A delayed visit to a neurosurgeon most often results in tolerable pain turning into constant pain and changing the usual way of life. First a person shortens the journey to work, then gives up trips and sport, and then stops sleeping without waking from pain. Numbness goes from tingling in the fingers to a persistent loss of sensation, because of which a burn or a cut is easily missed. Muscle weakness grows unnoticed: climbing stairs becomes harder, the hand holds a cup less well, the gait becomes unsteady. Over time, changes in mood are added to this — irritability, anxiety, a feeling of hopelessness that nothing is changing. The longer such a condition drags on, the more effort is required to restore former mobility and return to ordinary activities. Therefore, with persistent or worsening symptoms, it is sensible not to put off a consultation for long.

What to look at when choosing a doctor

Choosing a neurosurgeon in Astana relies on verifiable information about the doctor, not on general impressions. Below are the supports that help compare specialists calmly and to the point.

What lies behind experience and specialisation

A neurosurgeon's experience shows how long they have worked with diseases of the nervous system and spine, but by itself it says little about an appointment. More important is the institution where the doctor was trained and which conditions they encountered constantly, rather than from case to case. A narrow specialisation clarifies whether they deal with cerebral vessels, the spine, peripheral nerves or paediatric neurosurgery. When booking a consultation, it is worth clarifying whether the doctor handles exactly your type of case or refers it to a colleague of another profile. If the profile lists only general neurosurgery without specifics, it is appropriate at the appointment to ask how often they work with similar situations. It is also useful to find out where the doctor operates and sees patients: further follow-up depends on this. Such an analysis helps to understand how substantive the appointment will be specifically for your reason, and to remove some doubts in advance. When choosing, it is worth relying on a combination of specialisation and a clear follow-up pathway, rather than on the length of practice alone.

Medical categories and what they confirm

Medical categories and what they confirm
CategoryWhat it confirmsHow it is obtained
SecondBasic level of qualificationCertification after several years of practice
FirstSolid skills and experienceCertification with a portfolio and report
HighestHigh professional levelCertification by a commission according to criteria
ConfirmationRegular advanced trainingTraining and accumulation of points
DocumentOfficial status of the doctorDecision of the certification commission

What to look at in a doctor's profile

  • Specialisation: whether a narrow field is stated, for example the spine or vessels, and whether it matches your reason for visiting.
  • Place of appointment: where the doctor consults and operates, so as to understand in advance the pathway and the convenience of further follow-up.
  • Experience and category: how many years of practice and which category is confirmed, this gives an idea of experience without unnecessary expectations.
  • Reviews: read descriptions of the appointment and the analysis of the situation, not just the overall rating, and see whether similar remarks recur.
  • How to choose a doctor: compare several profiles by these fields and choose the one whose profile is closer to your case.

How does the first appointment go?

The first visit to a neurosurgeon in Astana begins with a conversation and an examination, not with a referral for surgery. The doctor takes a history of the complaints, checks reflexes and muscle strength, and then decides whether further investigations are needed.

What happens at the appointment, step by step

The first appointment is built around a detailed conversation about the complaints and the history of how they appeared. The neurosurgeon clarifies when the pain first arose, how it changed and what makes the discomfort worse. He then checks reflexes, muscle strength, skin sensation and coordination of movements. The doctor may ask you to tilt your head, raise your arms or walk a few steps around the consulting room. If there are MRI or CT scans, the specialist studies them right during the conversation. Based on the examination, he explains whether the symptoms are related to the spine, the nerves or the brain. The patient leaves with a clear plan: which investigations to undergo and when to come back.

What to prepare for the conversation with the doctor

  • Pain diary: write down when and where it hurts, how long an attack lasts, what triggers it and what relieves it.
  • Discharge summaries and reports: bring all the papers from previous doctors, including the results of past examinations and hospital admissions.
  • Scans and discs: bring the originals of MRI, CT and X-ray images, not just the written descriptions of them.
  • List of complaints: briefly list everything that bothers you, even if it seems unrelated to the main problem.
  • Questions for the doctor: write down in advance what you want to find out so that you do not forget during the conversation.

Which investigations are prescribed

Which investigations are prescribed
InvestigationWhat it showsWhen it is prescribed
MRIThe condition of soft tissues, discs, nervesFor back pain, numbness
CTThe structure of bones, dense formationsFor injuries, suspected fracture
X-rayThe position of vertebrae, jointsFor deformities, instability
ElectroneuromyographyConduction of nerve impulsesFor muscle weakness, numbness
AngiographyThe condition of the cerebral vesselsFor suspected aneurysm

Neurosurgery appointments in Astana

In Astana, neurosurgeons see patients in state and private clinics, and a filter by district and experience helps you find a suitable specialist. Below is how many doctors and clinics are available on the portal and how to choose between a convenient journey and a specific specialist.

How many doctors see patients in the city

Neurosurgical care in Astana is widely available: the portal contains profiles of 86 doctors in this specialty who see patients at 32 clinics in the city. This number allows you to compare specialists by experience, subspecialisation and patient reviews, rather than settling for the first one you come across. The database includes doctors from various medical centres — from large multidisciplinary hospitals to small specialised practices. This matters because neurosurgery covers different areas: the spine, the brain, peripheral nerves, vascular diseases. A single specialist may focus deeply on only one of them, and finding such a doctor is easier when the choice is broad. Having profiles of 32 clinics also means you can choose a facility with the right equipment for diagnostics. When choosing, you should look not only at the number of doctors but also at how often the area you need appears in their practice. The more profiles you have in front of you, the higher the chance of finding a specialist for a specific task, rather than going to someone who simply sees patients nearby.

How to narrow down the results to suit yourself

  • City district: a filter by district helps to rule out clinics far from home and save travel time.
  • Area of work: narrowing by subspecialty — spine, blood vessels, nerves — immediately removes doctors with a different specialisation.
  • Length of service and category: these data show how many years the doctor has been in practice and what qualification they have confirmed.
  • Patient reviews: they give an idea of how communication is structured and how thoroughly the doctor explains the situation.
  • Appointment format: some specialists hold consultations at the clinic, others remotely, which is convenient for follow-up visits.
  • Nearest appointment: sorting by available slots helps you understand who you can realistically see at short notice.

A clinic near home or a doctor with a name

The choice between a nearby clinic and a specific specialist depends on how complex the situation is and how often visits will be needed. If it is a routine consultation and follow-up examinations, travelling to the facility across the whole city quickly becomes tiring. In that case, it is more sensible to look for a neurosurgeon in Astana nearby, and within the results to look at the profile and experience. When the task is more complex — for example, you need a second opinion on tests already carried out — the priority shifts to a doctor with the right subspecialty, even if the journey is long. It is useful to check in advance whether the clinic offers the necessary types of diagnostics, so as not to travel separately for them. It is also worth considering how appointments are organised and how long the wait for an appointment usually is. A practical tip: first shortlist specialists by subspecialty, and then among them choose those who are convenient to get to.

How to book an appointment?

Booking an appointment with a neurosurgeon in Astana is straightforward: you choose a convenient time and leave your contact details. Below is how the request works and what you need to prepare in advance.

How to submit a request

Booking a doctor's appointment in Astana begins with choosing an available time in the appointment schedule. The schedule shows which slots are still open and on which days they can be taken. You select a suitable slot and then fill in a short booking form. The form asks for your name and phone number; no other details need to be entered. Registration on the portal is not required, so unnecessary steps and passwords are avoided straight away. After the form is submitted, the request goes for processing, and a confirmation appears on the screen. Save this confirmation or take a screenshot so that it is easier to check the details later.

What happens after the request

What happens after the request
StepWhat the portal doesWhat the patient should do
Request receivedRecords the selected timeCheck the name and phone number
Data verificationChecks the contact details against the requestKeep the phone at hand
ConfirmationSends a messageRead the message
ReminderRepeats the booking detailsCheck the date and time
VisitPasses the request to the clinicArrive at the appointed time

What you will need for the booking

  • Name: the full name under which you are known in your documents, so that the administrator does not confuse the bookings and can quickly find your request in the list.
  • Phone: a number that is always switched on and available for a call, because the confirmation arrives as a message to that number.
  • Available time: a slot in the schedule when you can definitely come, so as not to reschedule the visit or take someone else's place.
  • Previous scans: the results of examinations, if you have them to hand, as they help the doctor understand the situation more quickly at the appointment.
  • List of questions: a short list of what you want to clarify with the specialist, so that you do not forget anything during the conversation.
  • Confirmation: the message with the booking details, which is worth saving until the visit, so that you can quickly check the date and time if needed.

What is worth remembering

A conversation about a neurosurgeon in Astana comes down to a few simple thoughts that help you make a decision without haste and unnecessary doubts. Below is what is worth keeping in mind after reading.

Main conclusions

A neurosurgeon in Astana is a doctor you see not on a whim, but for specific signs, so the first decision concerns not choosing a clinic, but an honest assessment of your own condition. Complaints that last for weeks and interfere with sleep, work or movement usually become the reason for a visit. If weakness in an arm or leg, numbness, or impaired speech or balance are added to them, it is not worth postponing a conversation with a doctor. Some conditions tolerate a planned visit, but there are situations where the count is in hours, and then help is sought immediately. When choosing a specialist, people rely on their experience, qualifications and place of appointment, and not on loud promises. Images, discharge summaries and test results collected in advance save time both at the first appointment and during further follow-up. Calm preparation and precise questions to the doctor give more than a hasty decision made under the pressure of circumstances.

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Appointment prices in Astana

Appointment prices in Astana
DoctorInitial consultationFollow-upOnline
Korobtsov Anatoliy Vladimirovich20 000 ₸——
Iskanov Abay Suleymenovich———
Olenbay Gabit Ilyasovich———
Chabdarov Nurman Uapovich———
Tankacheev Ramil Shamilevich———
Tleubergenov Muratbek Abdigaliuly———

Questions about the speciality

Neurosurgeon — what kind of doctor is this?

Spinal hernias, injuries and tumours of the nervous system.

How much does an appointment cost in Astana?

Initial appointment — 20 000 ₸. The clinic sets the price of an appointment; the portal does not change it.

In which districts of the city are appointments held?

Appointments are held in 0 districts of Astana: —.

Do they see children?

Yes — children from birth are seen by 6 doctors in this section. The age differs for each doctor: it is shown on the doctor's card in the "Who they see" line — you can also see there who sees adults only.

How do I book an appointment?

Choose a free slot right in the doctor's timetable on their card, enter your name and phone number — the request goes to the clinic. The clinic will call you back to confirm the appointment; you can change the time without filling in the form again.