Aleka Scoco, MD, Neurosurgeon
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Aleka Scoco, MD

Neurosurgeon

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Dr. Aleka Scoco practices Neurological Surgery in Stony Brook, NY. As a Neurological Surgeon, Dr. Scoco 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.

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  • Can nerve damage in my hand be fixed?

    Hello, I dont treat nerve damage in the hand so cannot comment. I would try to find a peripheral nerve surgeon near you and make an appointment to discuss your symptoms. Hope this helps! Be well, Aleka Scoco, MD READ MORE

  • What is the best diet to prevent stroke?

    Hello, In general a heart-healthy diet is the best way to prevent heart-related conditions which include most types of strokes. This includes trying to incorporate as much plant-based foods into your normal intake as possible. Hope this helps! Be well, Aleka Scoco, MD READ MORE

  • Can brain damage from a stroke be fixed?

    Hello, I'm sorry to hear about your friend. That depends on the type of stroke and the area of the brain affected. Typically patients will have some recovery with therapy, but I would have your friend and their family speak with their neurologist. Hope this helps! Be well, Aleka Scoco, MD READ MORE

  • How long is the rehabilitation after a stroke?

    Hello, That depends on the type of stroke but typically weeks to months. I would ask your friends neurologist. Hope this helps! Be well, Aleka Scoco, MD READ MORE

  • Can you drive 2 months after a mild stroke?

    Hello, Im sorry about your friend. To be honest, without seeing your friend for an appointment and doing an exam I am unable to tell you if they can drive. I would reach out to their stroke neurologist. Hope this helps! Be well, Aleka Scoco, MD READ MORE

  • How long after a stroke should you get physical therapy?

    Hello, That depends on their overall condition and if the doctors think its safe for them to get out of bed. Usually though the sooner the better. Hope this helps! Be well, Aleka Scoco, MD READ MORE

  • How long after back nerve surgery can I exercise?

    Hello, I would ask your surgeon, as this is highly variable depending on what operation you are having. Hope this helps! Be well, Aleka Scoco MD READ MORE

  • How long do you stay in the hospital after a brain aneurysm?

    Hello, Thats generally up to your neurosurgeon and based on the procedure itself and how youre doing after surgery. Generally from 1-5 days. Hope this helps! Be well, Aleka Scoco, MD READ MORE

  • How do you treat nerve damage in the shoulder?

    Hello, I dont specialize in the peripheral nervous system, which is what affects the shoulder, but I would suggest finding a peripheral nerve surgeon in your area and making an appointment to discuss this further. Hope this helps! Be well, Aleka Scoco, MD READ MORE

  • Can nerve damage from stroke be fixed?

    Hello, It often can improve, however that depends on the nature of the stroke and the baseline characteristics of the patient. I would advise you talking to the stroke neurologist for a better prognosis on this issue. Hope this helps! Be well, Aleka Scoco, MD READ MORE

  • Need neurosurgeon

    Hello! Unfortunately I dont practice in your area, but there are two highly regarded medical centers: Duke University and UNC very close that have excellent neurosurgeons. I would suggest calling their office to schedule an appointment and making sure you bring all your recent imaging studies on a disc. Hope this helps! Best well, Aleka Scoco, MD READ MORE

  • Posterior laminectomy and fusion

    Hello, Unfortunately, without seeing your imaging I am unable to answer your question fully as this can be very complex depending on what was causing the C5 palsy. I would suggest getting another opinion from a spine surgeon in your area. Hope this helps! Be well, Aleka Scoco MD READ MORE

  • Back pain

    Hi there, Back pain can have many causes. I would recommend you go to your PCP to explain your symptoms and they can do a physical exam. Then, if warranted they will order imaging studies and can refer you to a local neurosurgeon for further evaluation. Hope this helps! Be well, Aleka Scoco MD READ MORE

  • Surgery duration

    Hello, That varies depending on your surgeons specific technique. I would say usually varies anywhere from 2-5 hours. Be well! Aleka Scoco, MD READ MORE

  • I want check mri report

    Hello, Thank you for your question. Unfortunately without being able to see the images I am unable to provide any medical advice based on the report. I would suggest making an appointment with a local neurosurgeon for further evaluation. Be well! Aleka Scoco, MD READ MORE

  • Can nerve damage in the leg be fixed?

    Hello, Unfortunately I am not a peripheral nerve surgeon. I specialize in brain and spine and thus am not the best person to answer your question. I would try to find someone who specializes in peripheral nerve surgery. Hope this helps! Be well, Aleka Scoco, MD READ MORE

  • Increased pain and swelling after spinal fusion

    Hello, If you are having any fevers, redness around the incision or worried that you have worsened since surgery you should head to your nearest emergency room/urgent care center. If its just pain then toughing it out until your appointment is reasonable, but since I am unable to examine you or feel your incision myself I can not fully provide you accurate medical care. Hope this helps. Be well, Aleka Scoco, MD READ MORE

  • How long does it take for a stroke patient to recover?

    Hello! So that depends on a couple of things: the type of stroke, the location of the stroke and the size. I am not a stroke neurologist and thus not an expert in stroke neurology, but I would recommend finding your friend a specialist and bringing their imaging to the appointment so they can give you a better gauge for the recovery process. Best, Aleka Scoco, MD READ MORE

  • Do blood thinners prevent stroke?

    Hello, Oftentimes, yes. Research shows that blood thinners prevent certain types of stroke (ischemic or blood clot strokes) in patients who have high risk factors present. However it is important to talk to your primary doctor, cardiologist or neurologist (whoever is prescribing the blood thinner medication) to see if this is right for you, as it can increase the chance of other types of stroke (hemorrhagic) from worsening if this was to happen. Hopefully this helps! Best, Aleka Scoco, MD READ MORE

  • What can you do about my migraine?

    Hello! As a neurosurgeon there are not many solutions I can offer directly for migraine patients. I would recommend you reach out to a headache neurologist who can help you find a medication regimen or alternative treatments. Stay healthy, Aleka Scoco, MD READ MORE

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Stony Brook University Hospital

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Stony Brook, NY 11794
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