Dr. Kiel M. Woodward, MD is a neurologist in Omaha, NE specializing in neurology (brain & spinal cord disease). This provider graduated from University of Nebraska College of Medicine in 2016 and has 8 years of experience. Dr. Kiel M. Woodward, MD is affiliated with Nebraska Medicine and UNMC PHYSICIANS.
4242 Farnam Street Suite 650
Omaha, NE 68131
982045 Nebraska Medical Center
Omaha, NE 68198
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.
Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Kiel M. Woodward, MD for Medicare patients.
The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Kiel M. Woodward, MD treated as a neurologist in Omaha, NE were minimally invasive procedures and injections.
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Dr. Kiel M. Woodward, MD graduated from University of Nebraska College of Medicine in 2016. This provider completed residency at Neurology,: UNMC College of Medicine. This provider is certified by the Board Certification: Neurology and has a state license in Nebraska.
Medical School: University of Nebraska College of Medicine (2016)
Residency: Neurology,: UNMC College of Medicine (2020)
Board Certification: Board Certification: Neurology
Licensed In: Nebraska
Dr. Kiel M. Woodward, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:
Dr. Kiel M. Woodward, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 275 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Kiel M. Woodward, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Omaha, NE.
These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Kiel M. Woodward, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.
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$20,000
ACTIVA $20,000 |
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$10,000
VERCISE $10,000 |
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$1,727
Percept $1,727 |
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NUPLAZID $122 |
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Dr. Kiel Woodward's specialty is neurology (brain & spinal cord disease). In Dr. Woodward's practice, Dr. Woodward is particularly interested in parkinson's disease and deep brain stimulation (DBS). Dr. Woodward is professionally affiliated with Nebraska Medicine. Dr. Woodward attended medical school at the University of Nebraska College of Medicine.
