Neurosurgeon vs neurologist: What sets them apart?
The human body is astoundingly complex. It contains 78 main organs, 206 bones and 11 systems, including the nervous system. Studying the human body and brain is an absolute privilege but there is undoubtedly a great deal to learn. The Human Disease Database estimates there are 26,000 anatomical diseases affecting specific areas of the body […]
Understanding the thalamus: Sensation and perception
Every single motor signal in your body passes through your thalamus as does information from each of your senses except for smell.
The hippocampus and its role in memory and cognition
The hippocampus sits deep in the brain, specifically, in the most central part of the temporal lobes. It is a small C-shaped structure, about 7 cm long.
Exploring the branches of the trigeminal nerve
Nerves exist throughout the entire body. Twelve cranial nerves originate in the brain – and a key one is the trigeminal nerve.
Hydrocephalus in adulthood: Recognising and managing behavioural challenges
Hydrocephalus comes from two Greek words meaning ‘water’ and ‘head’. It’s a bit of a misnomer though for the condition actually involves too much cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) in the brain. Like other chronic conditions, hydrocephalus is usually controlled rather than cured. Early treatment enables many adults with hydrocephalus to lead normal lives with few […]
Multiple talks from Macquarie Neurosurgery at the annual NSA conference – our neurosurgeons shine!
Four of our neurosurgeons were invited to deliver talks at the annual conference of the Neurosurgical Society of Australasia (NSA) which was held in Port Douglas from September 26th to 29th. Our Neurosurgeons presentations covered a wide array of topics: Professor Di Ieva “Computational Neurosurgery in glioma surgery”. Dr Matthew Tait “Robotic navigation: A discussion […]
Professor Behzad discussed stroke risk in the Sydney Morning Herald
Professor Behzad Eftekhar discussed stroke risk in Western Sydney compared to the Easter suburbs in the Sydney Morning Herald. Stroke patients in western Sydney are waiting three times longer than their eastern and northern counterparts to access a life-saving treatment, a study reveals, with Professor Behzad Eftekhar calling for the specialised service to be established […]
Research Paper on Moyamoya Revascularization Surgery Accepted in World Neurosurgery Journal!
Macquarie Neurosurgery and Spine submitted a paper on Revascularization Surgery for Moyamoya Vasculopathy in the prestigious journal, World Neurosurgery and it has been accepted for publication. Moyamoya disease was first identified in Japan, and the word ‘moyamoya’ is Japanese for ‘puff of smoke’. The name describes the appearance of tiny, fragile blood vessels that […]
Moyamoya Australia Blue Tie Ball 2023
Another year, another successful Moyamoya awareness event! Professor Marcus Stoodley was a Special Guest Speaker at the annual Aussie Locums Blue Tie Gala Ball, a fundraiser for Moyamoya Australia, on Saturday 6th May 2023. A large audience gathered at the Pullman Reef Casino in Cairns to raise awareness and understanding of those affected by Moyamoya […]
Celebrating students work in research: Congratulations to Rachel Geha!
Rachel Geha, a student who completed a work integrated learning activity in the context of her PACE unit (Professional and Community Engagement) with Macquarie Neurosurgery Research teams in 2021, was awarded a Highly Commended Prize at the 2021 Professor Judyth SACHS PACE Prizes evening. Category was the PACE Faculty Student Prize FMHHS (Faculty of […]
