Dr. Paul Paul Singh, MD, MPH is a vascular neurologist in Rossville, MD specializing in vascular neurology, behavioral neurology & neuropsychiatry and neurosurgery. He graduated from George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences in 2002 and has 23 years of experience. Dr. Paul Paul Singh, MD, MPH is affiliated with MedStar Georgetown University Hospital, MedStar Franklin Square Medical Center, MedStar Washington Hospital Center, MedStar Health and MEDSTAR MEDICAL GROUP II LLC.
9000 Franklin Square Drive 2nd Floor
Rossville, MD 21237
9000 Franklin Square Drive Floor 2
Baltimore, MD 21237
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Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS)
Deep brain stimulation (DBS) is a procedure performed to help treat neurological conditions such as Parkinson's disease and epilepsy. Electrode leads are surgically implanted in the brain and connected to a device, called a neurostimulator (deep brain stimulator), that is placed underneath the skin (subcutaneously). The deep brain stimulator can send electrical signals through the electrodes to the brain to restore normal rhythms, or it can block electrical signals in specific areas of the brain to restore functioning. Although not a cure, DBS can treat symptoms of movement disorders such as pain and tremor when medication fails to work.
DBS surgery may be completed in one operating session, but it is more commonly performed in two parts. In the first stage of the procedure, the surgeon will map targets in the brain using CT or MRI imaging to determine where to place the electrodes. Then, by drilling holes into the skull, the surgeon will place the electrodes into specific areas in the brain. The holes will be closed, and patients will require 1-2 days to recover in the hospital. After about two weeks, patients will undergo another surgery to have the deep brain stimulator implanted. The stimulator is usually placed under the skin around the collarbone, chest, or abdomen, and it will be connected to the DBS electrodes through a subcutaneous wire. No component of the DBS system will be visible from outside. Following stimulator implantation, patients may need to recover in the hospital for 1-2 days.
Within 2-4 weeks of the operation, doctors will program the stimulator using a wireless device. Patients will work with their doctor to determine the most effective settings for the stimulator during follow-up visits. Patients will be given a handheld device so that they can turn the stimulator on or off and adjust its settings themselves. The stimulator may have a rechargeable battery, in which case patients will be given a charging unit. Stimulator batteries generally need to be replaced in 3-5 years.
Stroke
A stroke is a medical emergency that occurs when a blood vessel supplying oxygen and nutrients to the brain is ruptured or blocked. The brain cannot function without a steady supply of oxygen and nutrients, so when the blood supply to the brain is interrupted, even for a brief moment, brain cells begin to die. When a sufficient number of brain cells die, the brain itself can no longer function, meaning that strokes are very dangerous. Strokes can result in impaired movement, speech, cognitive ability, the impairment of important physical functions, and even death.
Anyone can have a stroke, regardless of age and health. Strokes are known to happen at random. However, certain conditions and behaviors can increase one's risk of stroke over time.
Risk factors for stroke include:
There are two main types of stroke: ischemic stroke and hemorrhagic stroke. Ischemic stroke occurs more commonly and is when a blood vessel in the brain becomes blocked. Blockages are caused by blood clots and built-up plaque (deposits of fat and cholesterol), which leads to atherosclerosis, a condition where the blood vessels narrow and harden. The resultant restricted blood flow may lead to an ischemic stroke by blocking essential oxygen to the brain, causing the heart to exert more effort to pump blood.
Hemorrhagic stroke occurs when a blood vessel in or around the brain ruptures. The burst vessel leaks blood into surrounding brain tissue, causing irreparable brain damage.
Hemorrhagic strokes are less common and may occur from head injuries, brain aneurysms, brain tumors, and bleeding disorders, amongst other conditions.
Both ischemic and hemorrhagic strokes require immediate medical treatment. Medical intervention can prevent severe and life-threatening brain damage. Signs of stroke include:
-Disorientation or confusion
-Difficulty speaking
-Difficulty walking
-Impaired vision
-Weakness in the face, legs, or arms
-Severe headaches
When someone suspected of having a stroke reaches the hospital, the patient will usually receive a CT or other scan that provides an image of the brain. The scan results can reveal clotted or leaking blood in the brain. Physical exams, neurological exams, and blood tests may also be used to check for blood clotting and sugar. Treatment begins generally immediately if a stroke is detected.
Medical treatment for ischemic strokes includes a thrombolytic medicine which breaks up and disperses blood clots. This medicine can greatly improve stroke recovery and long-term health. However, the thrombolytic medicine must be administered as soon as possible to achieve these results. Other treatments for ischemic strokes are blood thinners and thrombectomy, a surgical procedure to remove a blood clot in the brain. Thrombectomy is performed by inserting a catheter (thin needle) into the artery to reach the blood clot and mechanically remove it. With the clot removed, normal blood flow to the brain resumes. Thrombectomy is typically performed at most six hours after a patient shows signs of a stroke.
Hemorrhagic strokes are treated with blood-saving medication and surgery. For a hemorrhagic stroke caused by the rupture of an aneurysm (blood vessel bulges), surgery to stem the bleeding aneurysm and vessel may be used. One surgical technique is stent-assisted coiling, which adds a stent (small wire-meshed tube) into the blood vessel to block the leaking opening of the aneurysm. A non-surgical procedure is endovascular coiling, where a catheter (thin, hollow needle) places a platinum wire coil at the spot of the aneurysm. The coil blocks bleeding and prevents the aneurysm from continuing to leak blood. These procedures are usually combined with blood-thickening medications. Blood transfusions may be administered if substantial blood loss has occurred.
Since stroke patients may have lost some essential functions while the blood flow to their brains was obstructed, both ischemic stroke and hemorrhage stroke patients may receive post-stroke rehabilitation to rebuild their physical and mental abilities. Some restorative treatments include occupational, physical, and speech therapy. Patients may also receive care from neurologists, who can assist patients in recovering certain brain functions and cognitive abilities, and rehabilitation psychologists, who may help patients with their emotional, behavioral, and cognitive recovery. Some stroke patients require lengthy rehabilitation and may never fully regain function, while others may recover more quickly. While the fastest recovery improvements are usually seen in the first three or four months, stroke rehabilitation can last for years.
If someone begins to show signs of stroke, contact emergency services and call 9-1-1 immediately since blood flow must be restored as soon as possible to help avoid significant brain damage. If an ambulance takes the person to the hospital, paramedics can initiate stroke treatment as soon as the patient enters the ambulance, allowing for more prompt medical intervention and care.
Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Paul Paul Singh, MD, MPH for Medicare patients.
The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Paul Paul Singh, MD, MPH treated as a vascular neurologist in Rossville, MD were hospital care, inpatient care, vascular procedures and minimally invasive procedures.
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Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Paul Paul Singh, MD, MPH.
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The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Paul Paul Singh, MD, MPH treated were hypertension, stroke, high cholesterol and ischemic heart disease.
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Dr. Paul Paul Singh, MD, MPH graduated from George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences in 2002. He completed residency at Georgetown University Hospital. He is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, Psychiatry American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, Neurology and has a state license in District of Columbia.
Medical School: George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences (2002)
Residency: Georgetown University Hospital (2010)
Board Certification: American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, Psychiatry American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, Neurology
Licensed In: District of Columbia
Dr. Paul Paul Singh, MD, MPH is associated with these hospitals and organizations:
Dr. Paul Paul Singh, MD, MPH appears to accept the following insurance providers: CIGNA Choice Fund PPO, MAMSI, First Health PPO, Blue Choice, Golden Rule, Great-West Healthcare, TRICARE, Community Care Network (CCN), Coventry, TRICARE Reserve Select, Aetna Managed Choice POS, Beech Street PPO, Aetna HMO, Kaiser Select, Kaiser Permanente, CIGNA EPO, Aetna Medicare PPO, CIGNA Indemnity, AARP, Medicare Advantage, Coventry National Network PPO, United Healthcare, Medicaid, Cigna, Virginia Premier Health Plan, WellPoint, CIGNA Network Open Access, Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS), HealthyBlue PPO, MedStar Family Choice - Maryland Health Choice, CareFirst NASCO, CareFirst Maryland Indemnity or PPO, Traditional Medicare Fee for Service, United Optimum Choice Preferred (POS) & OCI Direct (HMO), Innovation Health: Open POS Plus, MedStar Family Choice DC Healthy Families, Carefirst EPO, Innovation Health: HMO & EPO Plus, Aetna Open Choice (PPO), United Community Plan - Maryland Health Choice Program, CareFirst Administrators, United Student Resources, United Select HMO - EPO/NPP, Aetna Signature Administrator PPO/TPA, Aetna HealthFund/Health Network Option OA, Aetna HMO-Open Access/Select OA, United MD IPA Preferred (POS), Aetna Choice POS & Choice POS II, United Options (PPO) (includes Empire PPO), Uniformed Services Family Health Plan (USFHP), Innovation Health: Network Only Plus, United MD IPA (HMO), United Choice Plus, CareFirst Blue Card Program (Out-of-area BCBS plans), Aetna Managed Choice Open Access (POS), Innovation Health: PPO, HumanaChoice Honor's plan PPO, MedStar Family Choice DC Healthcare Alliance, United Choice, United Optimum Choice, Federal Employee Program (Std/Basic PPO/Blue Focus), Innovation Health: POS, Aetna Elect Choice/ Open Access (POS), Maryland Point of Service Plan (MPOS), Aetna Select HMO/HealthFund/Health Network, Innovation Health: Open Network Only Plus, Aetna Elect Choice/ EPO (Aetna Health Fund), Aetna Quality Point of Service (POS), United Select Plus (POS), CareFirst BC/BS Advantage Core/Enhanced, United Erickson Advantage Plans, Priority Partners - Maryland Health Choice, Aetna Student Health Insurance, Health Services for Children with Special Needs (HSCSN), Carefirst Healthy Blue (HMO/POS), Aetna Open HMO/Open HMO Option/Open EPO Plus, D-SNP), I-SNP, CareFirst MedStar PPO, Aetna Traditional Choice (PPO), CareFirst (NCA) Indemnity, United Core Essential (HMO), Innovation Health: POS Plus, HumanaChoice PPO, United Nursing Home Plan (C-SNP, Innovation Health: Open POS II, Innovation Health: Indemnity, United GEHA (for all other states) Compass Rose, Veterans Affairs Community Care Network, United Navigate, Carefirst Blue Preferred PPO, Police and Fire Clinic, Employee Health Plan (EHP) and CareFirst MedStar Select PPO.
According to our sources, Dr. Paul Paul Singh, MD, MPH accepts the following insurance providers:
Dr. Paul Paul Singh, MD, MPH has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars based on 64 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Paul Paul Singh, MD, MPH from all over the web to help you find the right in Rossville, MD.
These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Paul Paul Singh, MD, MPH. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.
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$98,104
Activase $79,564 |
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$8,498
Penumbra System $5,438 |
Penumbra Smart Coil $2,400 |
ACE $276 |
Penumbra Jet 7 $258 |
3D Revascularization $123 |
Other $4 |
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$875
ZOOM 88-T LARGE DISTAL PLATFORM $279 |
ZOOM REPERFUSION CATHETER $219 |
Imperative Care TracStar $139 |
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$784
ACCESS PRODUCTS $179 |
STENTS $164 |
CATALYST $144 |
Trevo $117 |
Wingspan $79 |
Other $102 |
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$1,938
EMBOTRAP II Revascularization Device $290 |
TERUMO MICROVENTION $243 |
INGREZZA $161 |
Thrombectomy $125 |
AMPLATZER Vascular Plugs $100 |
Other $1,019 |
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Dr. Paul Paul Singh, MD, MPH has received 57 research payments totaling $278,127.
Dr. Paul Singh works as a vascular neurology, neurosurgery, and behavioral neurology & neuropsychiatry. After attending George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences for medical school, he completed his residency training at Georgetown University Hospital. His clinical interests include spinal cord tumor, scoliosis, and brain aneurysm. Dr. Singh has a 5.0 out of 5 star average patient rating. Dr. Singh seems to honor Blue California, Coventry, Coventry Health Care Plans, and more. He is professionally affiliated with MedStar Georgetown University Hospital, MedStar Washington Hospital Center, and MedStar Franklin Square Medical Center. Doctor.com reports that he is accepting new patients at his office in Rossville, MD.
