Dr. Scott A Shapiro M.D.
Neurosurgeon
1801 N Senate Blvd Suite 610 Indianapolis IN, 46202About
Dr. Scott Shapiro practices Neurological Surgery in Indianapolis, IN. As a Neurological Surgeon, Dr. Shapiro prevents, diagnoses, evaluates, and treats disorders of the autonomic, peripheral, and central nervous systems. Neurological Surgeons are trained to treat such disorders as spinal canal stenosis, herniated discs, tumors, fractures, and spinal deformities, among many others.
Education and Training
Indiana University School of Medicine 1981
Board Certification
Neurological SurgeryAmerican Board of Neurological SurgeryABNS
Provider Details
Awards
- 2013 Dr. Shapiro was named to Indianapolis Monthly magazine's 2013 Top Doct
Treatments
- Pituitary Tumors, Arteriovenous Malformation, Aneurysm And More
- Cerebral Palsy
- Stroke
- Back Pain
- Sciatica
- Pinched Nerve
- Cerebrovascular Disease
- Aneurysm
- Spinal Stenosis
- Brain Aneurysm
Dr. Scott A Shapiro M.D.'s Practice location
Practice At 1801 N Senate Blvd Suite 610
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What Is a Cervical Laminectomy?A cervical laminectomy is performed to relieve the compression of the spinal cord and nerves around your neck. This is achieved by making the spinal canal wider, creating more space for your nerves. A part of the protruding bone or the lamina is either removed or trimmed during this procedure. The...
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What to Expect in Laminectomy and Spinal FusionDecompressive laminectomy is done to release pressure exerted on the roots of the nerves found on the lower back. The condition is mostly brought by old age. There are, however, other reasons your surgeon may suggest surgery. These include herniated discs, traumas, and tumors. In case you are going...
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What Is Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus?Normal pressure hydrocephalus (NPH) is a type of brain disorder, wherein excess cerebrospinal fluid builds up in the ventricles of the brain. It causes problems in reasoning, thinking, difficulty in walking, and loss of bladder control.Brains ventricles are hollow fluid-filled chambers. Even...
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Different Types of AneurysmsWhat is an aneurysm?An aneurysm is the abnormal ballooning, widening, or bulging of a part of the artery usually caused by arterial wall weakness. When an aneurysm enlarges and ruptures, disastrous consequences, such as internal bleeding, usually happen.Aneurysms are usually found in the aorta (the...
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What Is Oromandibular Dystonia?Oromandibular DystoniaOromandibular dystonia is a type of focal dystonia. This condition is also called cranial dystonia, in which the face, jaw, or tongue forcefully contracts and becomes difficult to open and close the mouth. Thus, a person's speech and ability to chew are affected. Cranial...
- What Is a Prefrontal Lobotomy?
Lobotomy is a neurosurgical procedure invented in 1935 by a Portuguese neurologist named Moniz. Moniz won the Nobel Prize in 1949 for his achievement. It was believed that lobotomy was successful in the treatment of various psychological diseases like depression, bipolar disorders, mania,...
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