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How Are Brain Tumors Diagnosed? - Dr. Barba (VIDEO)

By Dr. David Barba Expert October 15, 2009 - 2:52pm
 
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Dr. Barba explains how brain tumors are diagnosed.

More Videos from Dr. David Barba 21 videos in this series

Dr. Barba:

To make the diagnosis of a brain tumor you will usually first have a examination by a skilled professional who will be able to check your neurologic status out and look for subtle changes. If there’s any doubt in their minds, they will usually obtain an MRI scan or a CT scan to confirm their questions about the diagnosis.

About Dr. Barba, M.D.:
Certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgeons, Dr. David Barba is a member of numerous professional societies including the San Diego Academy of Neurological Surgeons, the Western Neurological Society, and the Research Society of Neurological Surgeons. He is currently serving as associate professor in the Division of Neurological Surgery in the Department of Surgery at UCSD.

 
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