Dr Azman Raffiq - Brain & Spine Clinic

Dr Azman Raffiq - Brain & Spine Clinic I am Dr. Azman Raffiq, consultant Neurosurgeon & Spine Surgeon. My area of expertise is on disorders of the brain & spine.

I am available for consultations at Pantai Hospital Kuala Lumpur (Malaysia) & Ampang Puteri Specialist Hospital (Selangor, Malaysia)

Salam sejahtera kepada pesakit-pesakit saya. Ingin saya mengambil kesempatan ini untuk mengucapkan selamat Hari Raya Aid...
20/03/2026

Salam sejahtera kepada pesakit-pesakit saya. Ingin saya mengambil kesempatan ini untuk mengucapkan selamat Hari Raya Aidilfitri. Maaf zahir dan batin.

Terima kasih.

Stroke is no longer just a disease of the elderly.In Malaysia, 46% of stroke patients are in their prime working years. ...
25/02/2026

Stroke is no longer just a disease of the elderly.

In Malaysia, 46% of stroke patients are in their prime working years. That means fathers, mothers, professionals, business owners and young executives are being affected at the peak of their careers.

This is not just a health issue. It is a family issue. An economic issue. A national issue.

When stroke affects someone under 60, the impact is often severe:

- Loss of income during peak earning years
- Long-term disability
- Reduced productivity for businesses
- Emotional and financial strain on families

The worrying trend is that many of these strokes are preventable.

High blood pressure, diabetes, high cholesterol, smoking and sedentary lifestyle are major risk factors. Early screening and timely treatment can significantly reduce your risk.

Recognising symptoms early is equally important. Sudden weakness on one side, facial drooping, slurred speech or severe headache should never be ignored. Immediate treatment can save brain tissue and improve recovery outcomes.

As a neurosurgeon, I see first-hand how stroke changes lives within minutes. But I also see how early intervention and proper rehabilitation can help patients regain independence.

If you want to understand the symptoms, causes, treatment options and recovery process in more detail, I encourage you to read my full article - link in the comments below 👇

Dr Azman Raffiq is a Consultant Neurosurgeon and Spine Surgeon with over 23 years of experience as a medical doctor and more than 13 years as a neurosurgeon. He practices at Pantai Hospital Kuala Lumpur and Ampang Puteri Specialist Hospital.

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12/12/2025

How Top Neurosurgeons Minimise Risks in Brain Surgery

Brain surgery requires meticulous planning to achieve the safest possible outcome. With today’s advanced technology, neurosurgeons can remove tumours while protecting critical brain structures, reducing complications and improving recovery.

Here’s how top neurosurgeons minimise risks:

- Specialised MRI with fibre tracking: Maps brain fibres to understand how the tumour affects important pathways.

- Surgical navigation technology: Gives real-time guidance to avoid essential brain areas.

- Awake brain surgery: Used for tumours in critical regions to preserve speech, movement and other functions.

- Operating microscopes and specialised dyes: Improve precision so only the tumour is removed.

- Smaller surgical openings: Modern techniques often allow safe surgery through an opening as small as 3 cm.

With these tools and techniques, brain surgery today is far safer, more precise and more minimally invasive than ever before.

I’m Dr Azman Raffiq, Consultant Neurosurgeon & Spine Surgeon in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. I specialise in treating brain and spine disorders using modern, minimally invasive techniques. Available for consultations at Pantai Hospital Kuala Lumpur and Ampang Puteri Specialist Hospital.

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For more help visit: https://www.drazmanraffiq.com/

10/12/2025

Will Brain Surgery Change My Memory or Personality?

Many patients worry about memory loss or personality changes after brain surgery. The truth is that surgery is performed to relieve symptoms, not to change who you are. Most issues with memory or personality are caused by the tumour itself, not the operation.

Here’s what you should know:

- Memory or personality changes are usually due to the tumour pressing on the brain.

- Different brain regions control different functions: the frontal lobe affects personality and memory, while the temporal lobe controls speech and stored memories.

- Surgery is planned carefully to protect these areas, but temporary memory disruptions can occur as part of normal healing.

- These short-term effects typically last from 48 hours to two weeks, and most patients recover fully.

Brain surgery aims to restore normal brain function by removing what is causing the disruption in the first place.

I’m Dr Azman Raffiq, Consultant Neurosurgeon & Spine Surgeon in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. I specialise in brain and spine disorders using modern, minimally invasive techniques. Available for consultations at Pantai Hospital Kuala Lumpur and Ampang Puteri Specialist Hospital.

If you found this helpful, hit Like and Share to spread awareness.

For more help visit: https://www.drazmanraffiq.com/

27/11/2025

What is Stereotactic Radiosurgery? Non-Invasive Brain Tumour Treatment Explained

Despite the name, stereotactic radiosurgery is not surgery at all. It is a highly precise, non-invasive treatment that uses focused radiation to shrink or destroy brain tumours without making any incision.

Here’s how it works:

- No cutting, no incisions: A specialised frame is placed on the skull to map the tumour’s exact location.

- Highly targeted treatment: Technologies like Gamma Knife deliver high-dose radiation directly to the tumour.

- Protects healthy brain tissue: The precision of radiosurgery minimises damage to surrounding areas.

- Treats more than tumours: Used for small brain tumours, AVMs, and certain neurological conditions.

Stereotactic radiosurgery offers a non-invasive alternative for selected brain conditions and can be a valuable option for patients who are not suitable for open surgery.

I’m Dr Azman Raffiq, Consultant Neurosurgeon & Spine Surgeon in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. I specialise in brain and spine disorders using modern, minimally invasive techniques. Available for consultations at Pantai Hospital Kuala Lumpur and Ampang Puteri Specialist Hospital.

If you found this helpful, hit Like and Share to spread awareness.

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Suite A505, Level 5, Block A, Pantai Hospital, 8, Jalan Bukit Pantai, Bangsar
Kuala Lumpur
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