Dr. Srinivasan S. Purighalla MD
Neurosurgeon
616 35th Avenue Suite A Moline Illinois, 61265About
Srinivasan S. Purighalla, MD, maintains a private practice, Purighalla Neuroscience and Spine Institute. Serving patients in both Illinois and Iowa, Dr. Purighalla is an exceptional neurosurgeon with Board certification and nearly 15 years of experience. Dr. Purighalla has particular clinical interest in minimally invasive spinal surgery and endoscopic surgery; or going through small incisions or natural body openings in order to diagnose and treat diseases amongst patients. In 2011, Dr. Purighalla was recognized for his high standard of care by being named Best Doctor in the US. In his spare time, Dr. Purighalla is on staff at several medical facilities such as UnityPoint Health, Molina Healthcare, and Trinity Rock Island Hospital.
Education and Training
Rangaraya Medical College
Rangarya Medical College Andhra University 1990
Board Certification
American Board of Neurological Surgery- Neurosurgery
Provider Details
Areas of expertise and specialization
Awards
- Best Doctor in USA, 2011
Treatments
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Stroke
- Neck Pain
- Back Pain
- Pinched Nerve
- Cerebrovascular Disease
- Herniated Disc
- Spinal Stenosis
- Degenerative Disc Disease (ddd)
Internships
- Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center
Professional Society Memberships
- Congress of Neurological Surgeons
Articles and Publications
- Was Published During his Training
What do you attribute your success to?
- God's Blessings and Hard Work
Hobbies / Sports
- Tennis, Flying Planes (Pilot), Playing with a Music Band, Social Work within his Community
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