Dr. Sean A Jebraili MD
Neurosurgeon
19465 Deerfield Ave 307 Lansdowne VA, 20176About
Dr. Sean Jebraili practices Neurological Spine Surgery in Fairfax, VA and Loudoun, VA. As a Neurological Surgeon, Dr. Jebraili prevents, diagnoses, evaluates, and treats disorders of the Spine including Surgical and Nonsurgical management of Back & Neck Pain. He is the founder of Commonwealth Neurosurgery, LLC and has been rated as one of Northern Virginia's "Top Doctors".
Education and Training
Virginia Commonwealth University/MCV MD 1994
Board Certification
Neurological SurgeryAmerican Board of Neurological SurgeryABNS
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Dr. Sean A Jebraili MD's Expert Contributions
Maintaining a Healthy Back
Having had the privilege of operating on thousands of patients over the last two decades as a Neurosurgeon, one thing that I have witnessed over the years is how the lack of exercise and stretching can contribute to poor posture and progressive low back pain. One activity that I often recommend to...
Can nerve damage from a stroke be repaired?
Recovery of neurological function is possible after a stroke. Many factors, however, are involved including age, location of stroke, degree of damage to the neural structures, etc. Generally, the maximum medical improvement is in about a year to a year and a half out from the stroke. READ MORE
What are symptoms of nerve damage in the neck?
Nerve issues that occur from cervical spine pathology can present with pain, numbness, and weakness and burning in the upper extremity and, in rare cases, the lower extremity. It is best to have a spine surgeon evaluate your condition for optimal recommendations. READ MORE
What can a neurologist do for sciatica?
I would advise one to see a spine surgeon (either neurosurgeon or orthopedics ) who specialize in treatment of sciatica. They are most trained in the evaluation of this condition as generally sciatica is secondary to spinal issues. READ MORE
Burning sensation in feet and hands?
The best course of action is to consult with a spine surgeon to find out the cause of the discomfort and to see whether there would be any realistic treatment, if any for the symptoms you were describing. In some cases burning sensation is reversible through surgical intervention and/or appropriate medication but sometimes it is not. READ MORE
Do neurosurgeons do spinal surgery?
Neurosurgeons are trained in surgical and non surgical management of all spinal conditions- amongst neurosurgeons however there are those that are specially interested in spine surgery READ MORE
Can you have surgery for nerve pain?
Depending on the cause of nerve pain - some conditions such as disc herniations of the spine that can result in nerve pain can be effectively managed with surgery as there are others causes that are more challenging to treat. It is best to have your physician assist you with the cause of your nerve pain and then see a specialist in that area to best answer that question regarding surgery. READ MORE
What is the best medicine for nerve pain?
There is no “best medicine” there are various medications used to treat neuropathy you might wish to consult with a neurologist or the neuropathy is spine related, with a neurosurgeon READ MORE
Do brain tumors always need to be surgically removed?
Some brain tumors can be “watched” through expect an observation however in all cases, a neurosurgeon would be the best person to assist you with determining the best medical route of treatment READ MORE
Does an MRI show nerve damage?
There are some newer technologies such as MR neurography that can assist with better evaluation of the condition of the nerve, i.e., “nerve damage,” however, the answer to that question is best answered by your treating physician based on your clinical presentation and overall prognosis. READ MORE
Can you drive after ulnar nerve surgery?
That is an answer best addressed by your treating surgeon based on your specific condition. READ MORE
What's done for lytic lesions on my skull?
This is a condition that would be best answered by your treating neurosurgeon based on your clinical and radiographic findings. READ MORE
Do I need a neurosurgeon or an orthopedic surgeon for back problems?
You need a well trained competent surgeon to assist you with your spine issues - there are both Neurosurgeons and Orthopaedic surgeons that specialize in management of spine conditions that can assist you. READ MORE
Should I see a doctor after a possible concussion?
It is always reasonable to consult with the neurosurgeon or a neurologist if you suspect that you suffered from a concussion. READ MORE
What happens if you let a herniated disc go untreated?
There are different types of disc herniations - some that require surgery and some that can be managed without surgery. Your treating neurosurgeon would be the best person to answer your question based on your clinical and radiographic findings READ MORE
What is causing my headache and numbness?
There are many conditions that can lead to patients experiencing headaches and numbness. That is best addressed by consulting with a physician i.e. neurologist or a neurosurgeon to determine the cause of the headache and numbness before determining the best course of action READ MORE
What can be done for my chronic severe nerve pain?
The ideology of your chronic pain needs to be answered first as this is a non-specific condition. There are some conditions that lead to chronic nerve pain that can be managed through surgery or medical therapy. Again this would be best answered by your surgeon READ MORE
I am due for back surgery. Should I be doing any preparations before the surgery?
Every surgeon has their own routine prescribed to their preoperative surgical patients. I would advise you to consult your surgeon and ask him/her regarding any specific recommendations as everyone has a condition unique to their situation READ MORE
Do spinal injuries eventually need surgery?
It is best to consult with a neurosurgeon regarding your specific condition and whether surgery would be appropriate or not. That would be a decision based on your radiographic findings, age and other risk factors READ MORE
What can be done for neuropathy in the hands?
First the cause of neuropathy needs to be determined as neuropathy as a general term- some conditions that lead to neuropathy can be addressed through surgery and some can be managed through non operative treatment. READ MORE
Can back pain cause headaches?
Back pain generally is not considered a direct cause of headache however if you’re experiencing stress and bodily pain, it may result in tension elsewhere in the body and result in headaches. I would recommend that you have your condition evaluated by your physician and to treat the underlying cause of your lower back pain and specifically consult with your physician regarding your headaches. READ MORE
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Awards
- Northern Virginia Top Doctors 2015
- Top Surgeons 2010 Consumer Checkbook Magazine
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