Dr. Roland A. Torres, MD, FAANS
Neurosurgeon
13563 Narcoossee Rd. 110 Orlando FL, 32832Rating
5/5
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Dr. Roland Torres practices Neurological Surgery in Lake Nona and Orlando, FL. Roland Torres, MD, FAANS, is a board-certified neurosurgeon who has been in practice for more than three decades. He is a nationally recognized expert specializing in cerebrovascular neurosurgery, neurosurgical spine surgery and neurotrauma, and he is experienced in neurosurgical oncology, minimally invasive spine and cerebrovascular disease. His primary research interests include pathomechanisms of traumatic brain injury, neuroprotection trials and neuromonitoring.
After earning his medical degree at the Universidad Central del Este in the Dominican Republic, Dr. Torres undertook his Internship in General Surgery at Columbia University in N.Y. Then a neurosurgery residency at the University of California Davis, serving as Chief Resident in his final year, and was selected for elite fellowships in brain tumors and complex spine instrumentation at the University of California San Francisco and University of California Los Angeles, respectively. A former professor and director of neurotrauma at Stanford University, he is fluent in English and Spanish and previously served 14 years in the U.S. Air Force Reserves, where he was a Major in the Medical Service Corps. As a Neurological Surgeon, Dr. Torres 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
UCE MD 1985
Board Certification
American Board of Neurological Surgery
Provider Details
Dr. Roland A. Torres, MD, FAANS's Expert Contributions
HEAD HIT WITH A COUNTER
There may be some local tissue or sensory nerve damage. Would reach out to your PCP or see a Neurologist if you can. READ MORE
Is it a cyst or cancerous bump?
It’s hard to say what this may be from your brief description and not being able to seee or palpate it. It could be something as simple as local muscle spasm. The best thing to do is to contact your PCP and have him lay eyes on it. READ MORE
Can a neurologist fix nerve damage?
It would depend upon what type of nerve damage and it’s cause. In general, very unlikely. READ MORE
Sciatica after microdiscetomy
This may be part of a normal recovery depending on timelines, size of disc and location as well as other factors such as pre-existing Neuro exam. Would contact your surgeon ( the one who did the procedure), for close follow up READ MORE
EMG testing
Some people may ask you to do a blood test to check for your ability to clot properly if they are using needle EMG as opposed to patches. READ MORE
Should I see a neurologist for back pain?
I would seek out your Primary Care Physician for guidance. READ MORE
MRI Review
Normal anatomy READ MORE
Can hand nerve damage be fixed without surgery?
This is a tough question “nerve damage” is variable and certainly there are different types of nerve injuries. Having said that conservative therapy or Nonsurgical treatment of nerve injuries includes rest, splinting, icing, and physical therapy. If the nerve has been severed, then surgery will be necessary to rejoin the disconnected ends and restore function. Hope this helps READ MORE
How long does intense pain last after lower spine surgery?
Depending upon the type of spine surgery, it may take weeks unfortunately. READ MORE
Do nerves regenerate after a stroke?
Unfortunately, a lot of literature shows that studies looking at the age of the surviving cells after a stroke corresponded almost exactly to the age of the stroke patients and that a significant amount of new nerve cells had not formed in the cortex,’ READ MORE
What could be causing my headaches?
Headaches come from a number of reasons. You should discuss this with your primary care physician who might have to refer you to a Neurologist READ MORE
Do brain tumors always need to be surgically removed?
Almost always yes. For some benign tumors, if they are small can be followed with serial MR or CT scanning. READ MORE
What's causing headaches on the right side of my head?
There are a number of reasons for headaches. Sounds like you need to see your primary care physician right away READ MORE
What stops excessive eye twitching?
There are a variety of reasons for simple eye twitching. Ask your primary care physician about this for a basic work. You may need a referral a Specialist, most likely a Neurologist to get results. READ MORE
What should I avoid if I have sciatica?
I am a little surprised that a 17 yo would have sciatica. Please see your family Doctor/Pediatrician for assistance. READ MORE
Can you drive after ulnar nerve surgery?
Driving can be very difficult in the first couple of weeks after surgery. Please f/u with surgeon to find out when he thinks it would be appropriate for you to drive again. READ MORE
Can hand nerve damage be repaired?
It all depends upon the type of nerve damage. There are some that can be. Best to see a neurosurgeon who specializes in peripheral nerve injuries. READ MORE
What causes nerve damage in the leg?
It can be a number of things Depending upon where in your leg the pain or damaged nerve is in from a simple herniated disc to direct trauma such as the side of your knee. Best to check with your PCP who can refer you to a specialist READ MORE
Does an MRI show nerve damage?
While a routine MRI may occasionally show some non-specific nerve damage. A formal spine or peripheral nerve MRI would be best. An engineer/ncs would also be very useful, but this is not an MRI test. READ MORE
Do I need a neurosurgeon or an orthopedic surgeon for back problems?
If you are having back problems at your age and the issue is being overweight, weight loss, aggressive PT, and pain management are tried and true. Both orthopedic surgeons and neurosurgeons have expertise in the spine. But remember, neurosurgeons are used to dealing with delicate tissue like brain and spinal cord. Orthopedic surgeons deal mostly with bone and joints. My personal preference would be a neurosurgeon. READ MORE
Areas of expertise and specialization
Faculty Titles & Positions
- Former Assoc. Prof of Neurosurgery Stanford University Medical School 2005 - 2012
- Former Associate Prof. of Neurosurgery Univ. of Miami 2017 - 2019
Professional Memberships
- AANS
- American Medical Association
- NASS
- SRS
Internships
- Columbia University
Fellowships
- Neurosurgical Oncology- UC San Francisco (UCSF).Complex Spine and Instrumentation-UCLA
Articles and Publications
- More than 100 peer reviewed articles and Book chapters
What do you attribute your success to?
- Hard work and perseverance
Hobbies / Sports
- Sports car racing, Motorcycling, Diving, Flying, hunting and fishing
Areas of research
Brain tumors
Brain and Spine Trauma
TBI
Dr. Roland A. Torres, MD, FAANS's Practice location
UCF/Lake Nona, ORMC, Advent Health
13563 Narcoossee Rd. 110 -Orlando, FL 32832Get Direction
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Get to know Neurosurgeon Dr. Roland A. Torres, who serves patients throughout the State of Florida.
A seasoned neurosurgeon with over 30 years of practice in the field, Dr. Torres is a nationally recognized expert specializing in cerebrovascular neurosurgery, neurosurgical spine surgery, neurotrauma, neurosurgical oncology, and interventional neuroradiology. He also has a strong background in research, focusing on traumatic brain injury, neuroprotection trials, and neuromonitoring.
Recently, he joined the renowned neurosurgical practice group Orlando Neurosurgery, working primarily at Advent Health Celebration and the highly-rated Advent Health Florida South Hospital.
In regards to his educational background, Dr. Torres earned his medical degree from Universidad Central del Este in the Dominican Republic and completed his residency in neurosurgery at the University of California Davis, where he served as Chief Resident in his final year. He also underwent elite fellowships in brain tumors and complex spine instrumentation at the University of California, San Francisco and University of California, Los Angeles.
Acknowledged as a Fellow of the American Association of Neurological Surgeons (FAANS), the doctor is board-certified in neurosurgery by the American Board of Neurological Surgery (ABNS). The broad aim of the ABNS is to encourage the study, improve the practice, elevate the standards and advance the science of neurological surgery and thereby serve the cause of public health.
Neurosurgery is the medical specialty concerned with the prevention, diagnosis, surgical treatment, and rehabilitation of disorders which affect any portion of the nervous system including the brain, spinal cord, peripheral nerves, and extra-cranial cerebrovascular system. Neurosurgeons are doctors who diagnose and treat problems with the nervous system, often by performing surgery on the brain or spine. They treat strokes, tumors, cervical and lumbar disc disease, infections, and head or spinal cord injuries.
In addition to his medical career, Dr. Torres has a distinguished background, having served 14 years in the U.S. Air Force Reserves as a Major in the Medical Service Corps. He is fluent in both English and Spanish and was previously a Professor and Director of Neurotrauma at Stanford University.
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