Ashwin Kamath, MD
Board-certified neurosurgeon specializing in
brain and spine surgery in Central Texas
Ashwin Kamath, MD
Board-certified neurosurgeon specializing in brain and spine surgery in Central Texas
About Dr. Kamath
Dr. Kamath is a board-certified, fellowship-trained neurosurgeon in the Austin metro area, practicing with NeuroTexas. He specializes in cranial, spinal, and functional neurosurgery.
Patient Reviews
Lynda Wilks
2023-11-13
Doctor knows what he is doing, after 2 years with serious pain in my SI area Dr. Kamath fixed me to where I will be able to get on with my life. He's so very nice. Give him a try, I think you will be pleased.
ellie may clampett
2023-11-02
Had L5 S1 fusion anterior and posterior and after 6 wks. I feel great. Still have to be careful for 6 months but totally worth it. He was clear and caring and I would highly recommend him as your surgeon!
Ivelisse Belliard
2023-09-19
Dr. Kamath is amazing!
I received a call with the news that I would need head surgery from the most calm voice ever. He explained everything in words that I understood, and was there for me every step of the way. His reassurance and confidence in his work made this challenging journey easy to walk through. Surgery went well and my symptoms have improved. He has great hands as well, I can barely see the scar. Thank you so much for such great care!
Recibí una llamada con la noticia de que necesitaría una cirugía de cabeza con la voz más tranquila que jamás haya existido. Me explicó todo con palabras que entendí y estuvo ahí para mí en cada paso del camino. Su tranquilidad y confianza en su trabajo hicieron que este desafiante viaje fuera fácil de recorrer. La cirugía salió bien y mis síntomas han mejorado. También tiene unas manos estupendas, apenas puedo ver la cicatriz. ¡Muchas gracias por tan buena atención!
Billy Gossett
2023-09-18
I am doing very well after surgery. I could barely walk before surgery and now I feel like a new person.Dr. Kamath did a great job for me. I don't think I could ever thank him enough. I will tell everyone that he is the best.
Brenda Davis
2023-09-06
He was very gentle and took his time to explain every detail of what to expect. I 100% trusted his ability. We never felted like he rushed through any questions we asked. I highly recommend him.
Kelsie S. Ray
2023-06-05
I cannot recommend Dr. Kamath enough. I was terrified that I was getting spine surgery, but Dr. Kamath was positive, informative, and compassionate at every step of the way. It feels like you are his most important patient and that he knows you personally. I thoroughly appreciate his clarity and conciseness when discussing post-op procedures and care. The entire process from consultation to rehab was timely and efficient. I thank Dr. Kamath so much for giving me my life back!
Shirley Cook
2022-10-15
Dr Kamath is most professional each and every visit. He saved my son's life from a motorcycle accident. He operated on his brain and we never left sight of him. He checked in everyday asking many guestions about our concern and clearly explained our son's situation and progress.
Francis Okoro
2021-11-08
Dr. Ashwin A. Kamath, MD is an inspiration in the Medical Profession. He is humble, dedicated, respectful, well knowledgeable, very mindful of his patients, listens to his patients, very professional. I am happy to join hundreds of his patients to compliment him.
Jayne Encarnacion
2021-09-28
Dr. Ashwin Kamath is absolutely incredible! I was diagnosed with a brain tumor on 9/2 and he performed a craniotomy on 9/8 with his amazing partner Dr. Juan Ortega at Dell Seton Medical Center. He explained in detail upcoming procedure with kindness, compassion and warmth - excellent bedside manner. My surgery had no complications - I experienced no pain or deficits my entire hospitalization and post op. I was anticipated to stay for a week but discharged in 3 days. I was able to walk over 1 mile post op day 2 and day 3 around the nursing unit. He is an exceptional Neurosurgeon and I highly recommend him!
Conditions Treated by Dr. Kamath:
Meningioma
A meningioma is a growth (tumor) on the lining (meninges) surrounding the brain and spinal cord.
Brain Tumor
Brain tumors are abnormal growths in or around the brain. They can cause a variety of symptoms based
Spinal Tumor
Spinal tumors are abnormal growths in or around the spine. They can cause a variety of symptoms based
Sciatica
Sciatica is a common name for pain in the distribution of the sciatic nerve - the largest and longest nerve in the
Trigeminal Neuralgia
TN causes sudden, sharp, shock-like pains on one side of the face; the pain can involve the area under the
Herniated (“slipped”) Disc
Herniated, bulging, or “slipped” discs are commonly seen on MRIs of the spine. They can occur anywhere
Spondylosis
Spondylosis is a general term for degeneration, or “wear and tear,” of the spine (also called arthritis or osteoarthritis).
Neck pain
Neck pain is extremely common worldwide, affecting over 1 in 3 adults. It is estimated that about half of all people will have a clinically
Procedures Performed by Dr. Kamath:
Asleep DBS
Deep brain stimulation (DBS) is a procedure used to treat a variety of conditions; most commonly, movement disorders such as essential tremor, Parkinson’s disease, and dystonia.
ADBS can be life-changing for properly selected patients. Disabling symptoms such as tremor, rigidity, and muscle spasms can nearly vanish at the press of a button. The DBS settings can also be easily changed over time to produce maximum benefit.
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Minimally-Invasive Surgery
Dr. Kamath performs minimally-invasive procedures when it is safe and appropriate, such as
The term “minimally-invasive surgery” has become popular, and applies to certain surgeries that can now be done with smaller incisions and shorter recovery times. These advances are possible due to innovations in tools, such as microscopes, cameras, and tubes, that allow surgeons to operate through smaller spaces.
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ACDF
Anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF) is a procedure used to treat a herniated disc in the neck. The disc can cause symptoms such as arm pain, numbness, tingling, and loss of hand dexterity.
The procedure involves an incision on one side of the neck. The surgeon uses a natural corridor between the layers of the neck to access the front of the spine. The disc between two vertebrae is removed, and an implant or spacer is placed between them, to encourage the two vertebrae to connect (fuse) as one. The implant is often packed with bone graft, which increases the chance of a successful fusion.
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