Dr. Punit Agrawal, Neurologist
Punit Agrawal, DO, describes what deep brain stimulation is, how it works and the benefits and risks of the surgery.
Dr. Vibhor Krishna, Neurosurgeon
Vibhor Krishna, MBBS, explains the surgical process for deep brain stimulation and how he determines if patients are candidates for DBS.
Real Patient Panel and Q&A
Real patients from the Ohio State Center for Neuromodulation share their experience with deep brain stimulation and how it has changed their lives. Questions from the audience are answered both by the patients and the doctors.What is deep brain stimulation?
Deep brain stimulation (DBS) is a commonly performed surgical procedure for patients with Parkinson’s disease, essential tremor or dystonia. DBS treats a variety of disabling neurological symptoms including tremor, rigidity, stiffness, slowed movement, and walking problems. DBS electrodes are implanted into the brain that deliver tiny electrical signals that calm abnormal brain signals, alleviating disabling symptoms, such as tremors, and restoring function to the patient.
Take the next step
If you are interested in becoming a candidate for DBS at Ohio State, you must have a physician referral. Download the referral form and ask your healthcare provider to submit the referral form to the Center for Neuromodulation at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center.
Download our referral form
Your healthcare provider will complete the referral form and submit it to our center. After reviewing your records, our office will contact you regarding scheduling an appointment.
Questions? Call 855-255-0550.