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Dr. Kevin Sukjo Choi, MD is a neurologist in Phoenix, AZ specializing in neurology (brain & spinal cord disease). He graduated from University of Illinois College of Medicine in 2017 and has 7 years of experience. Dr. Kevin Sukjo Choi, MD is affiliated with Barrow Neurological Institute and SJHMC PHYSICIAN SERVICES.
240 West Thomas Road
Phoenix, AZ 85013
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.
Dr. Kevin Sukjo Choi, MD graduated from University of Illinois College of Medicine in 2017. He completed residency at Barrow Neurological Institute. He has a state license in Arizona.
Medical School: University of Illinois College of Medicine (2017)
Residency: Barrow Neurological Institute (2021)
Licensed In: Arizona
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These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Kevin Sukjo Choi, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.
LivaNova USA, Inc. |
$65
VNS Therapy SenTiva Model 1000 Generator $65 |
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Amgen Inc. |
$16
Aimovig $16 |
IDORSIA PHARMACEUTICALS US INC |
$13
QUVIVIQ $13 |
Food and Beverage | $94 |
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Dr. Kevin Choi is a neurology (brain & spinal cord disease) and diagnostic radiology specialist in Phoenix, AZ. His areas of expertise consist of seizures, deep brain stimulation (DBS), and epilepsy. After completing medical school at the University of Illinois College of Medicine, Dr. Choi performed his residency at Barrow Neurological Institute. Distinctions awarded to Dr. Choi include: Fellow Scholarship, Epilepsy Therapies & Diagnostics Development Symposium; Invitation & Participation, Penry Residents Epilepsy Program; and Member, Phi Beta Kappa. Dr. Choi speaks Korean. He is affiliated with Barrow Neurological Institute.