About the Department
The Department of Neurosurgery at Medical Teaching Institution (MTI), Ayub Teaching Hospital, Abbottabad, provides specialized assessment and surgical management of conditions affecting the brain, spine, spinal cord and peripheral nerves.
The department focuses on the evaluation, treatment and follow-up of neurological conditions requiring neurosurgical expertise. It works in coordination with other clinical departments, diagnostic services and emergency teams to support timely assessment and appropriate patient care.
Clinical Services
The Neurosurgery Department’s services may include:
- Brain Conditions: Assessment and management of selected brain disorders requiring neurosurgical evaluation.
- Head Injuries: Evaluation and management of traumatic injuries involving the head and brain.
- Spinal Disorders: Assessment and treatment of selected conditions affecting the spine and spinal cord.
- Brain Tumours: Neurosurgical evaluation and management of intracranial tumours, as clinically indicated.
- Spinal Cord Conditions: Assessment of spinal cord compression and other conditions requiring specialist intervention.
- Peripheral Nerve Conditions: Evaluation of selected disorders and injuries affecting peripheral nerves.
- Neurosurgical Emergency Care: Assessment of urgent conditions requiring neurosurgical consultation.
- Postoperative Care: Monitoring and follow-up of patients after neurosurgical procedures.
- Outpatient Consultation: Specialist evaluation, review of diagnostic investigations and follow-up of neurosurgical conditions.
The availability of specific procedures and specialized services should be confirmed through the hospital’s current service directory.
Outpatient Department (OPD) & Appointments
Patients should consult the approved OPD schedule or the IBP Clinics directory for currently published consultant details, clinic timings and appointment information.
Patients are encouraged to bring previous medical records, CT or MRI reports and images, relevant laboratory investigations, and details of current medications when attending their appointment.
Emergency Care
Severe head injuries, sudden loss of consciousness, new-onset seizures, sudden weakness, or severe back pain accompanied by new limb weakness or loss of bladder or bowel control may require urgent medical assessment.
In an emergency, proceed directly to the hospital’s Emergency Department for immediate evaluation and appropriate specialist referral.
Our Commitment
The Neurosurgery Department is committed to providing specialized, patient-centred care through appropriate clinical assessment, evidence-based treatment, multidisciplinary coordination and continued follow-up. The department aims to support improved patient outcomes while maintaining professional standards and patient safety.
Department of Neurosurgery
Medical Teaching Institution (MTI)
Ayub Teaching Hospital, Abbottabad