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Dr. Jeffrey S. Raskin, MD, MS, FAANS is a pediatric neurosurgeon in Chicago, IL specializing in pediatric neurosurgery. He graduated from University of Nevada School of Medicine in 2009 and has 17 years of experience. Dr. Jeffrey S. Raskin, MD, MS, FAANS is affiliated with Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago, Northwestern University Clinical and Translational Sciences Institute (NUCATS), Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine and Northwestern Medicine.
Spinal Cord Stimulation (SCS)
If conservative treatment options and other spine surgeries have failed to provide someone pain relief, they may be a candidate for spinal cord stimulation. Spinal cord stimulation is a treatment for chronic back or leg pain. A spinal cord stimulator, which is surgically implanted underneath the skin (subcutaneously), can deliver electrical pulses to the area of pain. These pulses will reach the brain before the pain signals can, so instead of pain, patients will experience a tingling sensation.
To determine if spinal cord stimulation may benefit someone, they will first undergo a trial period. During this period, a temporary electrode lead is placed subcutaneously above the spinal cord, and it is connected to an external stimulator that they will carry with them. The procedure is typically completed within an hour, and patients may return home the same day. After a few days or weeks, the trial stimulator will be assessed for effectiveness. If the trial is unsuccessful, patients may undergo a second trial period, or the leads will be removed, and other treatment options will be considered. If, instead, a patient's pain is relieved during the trial, they will undergo surgery for implantation of a permanent stimulator and leads.
The components of a spinal cord stimulation system include the stimulator, the leads, and the wire that connects the two. Implantation of permanent leads may be percutaneous (through the skin) or involve a surgical incision. The spinal cord stimulator is implanted subcutaneously in the abdomen or buttock. The stimulator is battery-powered and may be rechargeable. If the battery is not rechargeable, it will last around 2-5 years, and a patient will need surgery to replace it.Their doctor will program the neurostimulator following the procedure.
After spinal cord stimulator surgery, patients may be released from the hospital the same day or the next one. In the weeks following the operation, patients will need to work with their doctors to find the optimal settings for their neurostimulator. Activities such as driving, twisting, bending, raising one's arms, sleeping on one's stomach, or lifting heavy objects should be limited.
Dr. Jeffrey S. Raskin, MD, MS, FAANS graduated from University of Nevada School of Medicine in 2009. He completed residency at Oregon Health & Science University Affiliated Hospitals. He is certified by the Pediatric Neurosurgery, American Board of Pediatric Neurological Surgery (ABPNS) and has a state license in Indiana.
Medical School: University of Nevada School of Medicine (2009)
Residency: Oregon Health & Science University Affiliated Hospitals (2015)
Board Certification: Pediatric Neurosurgery, American Board of Pediatric Neurological Surgery (ABPNS)
Licensed In: Indiana
Dr. Jeffrey S. Raskin, MD, MS, FAANS is associated with these hospitals and organizations:
Dr. Jeffrey S. Raskin, MD, MS, FAANS has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Jeffrey S. Raskin, MD, MS, FAANS from all over the web to help you find the right in Chicago, IL.
Dr. Raskin is amazing. He is very patient. He does not mind explaining the same things over and over again. He does it without getting annoyed. He explains everything very thoroughly and well. He is very confident and when he speaks the person he is speaking with knows he is confident. He has changed our son’s quality of life. Everyone can trust him with no doubt in their minds. He knows what he is doing.
These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Jeffrey S. Raskin, MD, MS, FAANS. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.
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$2,102
VISUALASE $1,226 |
StealthStation $693 |
SENSIGHT $82 |
INTELLIS ADAPTIVESTIM $66 |
Stealth Autoguide $18 |
Other $17 |
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$1,252
VISUALASE $882 |
O-ARM-ST $139 |
CD HORIZON $133 |
ACTIVA $84 |
AQUAMANTYS $14 |
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$422
VNS Therapy $296 |
VNS - Sentiva $87 |
VNS Therapy SenTiva Model 1000 Generator $39 |
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$339
Evoke SCS $339 |
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$213
GENERAL - DBS $160 |
SPECTRA SYSTEM $15 |
$39 |
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$690
SPINEMAP $132 |
SCS IPGs $111 |
ROSA Brain $73 |
Image Guided Surgical Device $45 |
SCS leads $39 |
Other $290 |
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Dr. Jeffrey Raskin's area of specialization is pediatric neurosurgery. In his practice, he is particularly interested in movement disorders, spinal cord stimulation (SCS), and epilepsy. He is affiliated with Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago, Northwestern University Clinical and Translational Sciences Institute (NUCATS), and Northwestern Memorial Hospital. After attending the University of Nevada School of Medicine, Dr. Raskin completed his residency training at a hospital affiliated with Oregon Health & Science University. He has received the following distinctions: Distinguished Alumni Award, The Meadows School; Red Shoes Award, Riley Hospital for Children at IU Health; and Physician of the Year, Briezy's Bunch Nonprofit.
