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What is the definition of Brown-Sequard Syndrome?
Brown-Sequard syndrome is a neurological condition that results from an injury or damage to one side of the spinal cord. This condition results in weakness or paralysis on one side of the body (hemiparaplegia) and a loss of sensation on the opposite side (hemianesthesia). Brown-Sequard syndrome most commonly occurs in the the thoracic spine (upper and middle back). There are several causes of Brown-Sequard syndrome, including: a spinal cord tumor, trauma (such as a puncture wound to the neck or back), infectious or inflammatory diseases (tuberculosis or multiple sclerosis), and disk herniation.
What are the alternative names for Brown-Sequard Syndrome?
  • Brown-Sequard syndrome
  • Hemicord syndrome
  • Hemiparaplegic syndrome
  • Hemispinal cord syndrome
Who are the top Brown-Sequard Syndrome Local Doctors?
David A. Wiles
Experienced in Brown-Sequard Syndrome
Neurosurgery
Experienced in Brown-Sequard Syndrome
Neurosurgery
2205 McCallie Ave, Ste 310, 
Chattanooga, TN 
Languages Spoken:
English
Offers Telehealth

A native of the Tri-Cities’, David Wiles, MD, received his bachelor of science from Auburn University, Ala., and his doctorate of medicine from Tulane University School of Medicine, New Orleans, La. Following, Dr. Wiles completed his general surgery internship and a neurosurgery residency at the University of Tennessee, Memphis. Board certified in neurosurgery, Dr. Wiles has trained under internationally-known spine surgeons, including Kevin Foley, MD, Maurice Smith, MD, and Peter Klara MD. Following his training, Dr. Wiles returned to the Tri-Cities where he established the East Tennessee Brain and Spine Center, intent on bringing leading-edge neurosurgical care to those he knew and loved. Today, Dr. Wiles is president of the East Tennessee Brain & Spine Center. Dr. Wiles has also been actively involved in the development of numerous spinal surgical techniques and devices. Most notably, he has participated in several investigational studies with the Food & Drug Administration. Such experience has allowed him the honor of speaking at international meetings and serving on the Evaluation Committee for ARGOS, the European Association of Research Groups for Spinal Osteosynthesis. Currently, he is privileged to serve as a faculty member at teaching conferences held across the United States for the purpose of training spine surgeons and orthopedic and neurosurgical residents. A member of the American Association of Neurological Surgeons, the Congress of Neurosurgeons, the Joint Section on Spine and Peripheral Nerves, the North American Spine Society, the World Spine Society, the International Meetings for Advanced Spinal Technologies, and the Cervical Spine Research Society, Dr. Wiles is also a member of the Critical Care Committee at the Johnson City Medical Center. Practicing since 1997, Dr. Wiles and his wife and their three children, make their home in Johnson City. Dr. Wiles is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brown-Sequard Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Spinal Stenosis, Subdural Hematoma, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Microdiscectomy, and Cervical Disc Surgery.

Polina Kuprien
Experienced in Brown-Sequard Syndrome
Internal Medicine
Experienced in Brown-Sequard Syndrome
Internal Medicine

Advocate Medical Group Internal Medicine

3134 N Clark St, 
Chicago, IL 
Languages Spoken:
English, Russian, Ukrainian
Offers Telehealth

Polina Kuprien is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Kuprien is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brown-Sequard Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Brown-Sequard Syndrome, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Diabetic Neuropathy, and Cirrhosis.

 
 
 
 
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Michael Mallow
Advanced in Brown-Sequard Syndrome
Physiatry | Neuroradiology
Advanced in Brown-Sequard Syndrome
Physiatry | Neuroradiology

Jefferson Orthopedics & Sports Medicine – Walnut Street

601 Walnut Street, Suite L50, The Curtis Center, 
Philadelphia, PA 
Languages Spoken:
English
Accepting New Patients

Michael Mallow is a Physiatrist and a Neuroradiologist in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Mallow is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Brown-Sequard Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Brown-Sequard Syndrome, Concussion, Hemiplegia, and Foot Drop. Dr. Mallow is currently accepting new patients.

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Published Date: May 02, 2022
Published By: Genetic and Rare Diseases Informnation Center