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Melbourne Neurologist for Diagnosis, Treatment & Neurological Care

Synapse Neurology

OUR PRACTICE

At Synapse Neurology, we are committed to providing comprehensive specialist practice care to all individuals in this community (18 years of age and above). Consultation is by appointment only, if you have an emergency, please call 000. Standard Initial Consultations are 30 minutes in duration and Standard Review Appointments are 20 minutes in duration. All fees are payable at the time of consultation and patients will receive a Medicare rebate.

Dr. Debo Gorai

NEUROLOGIST

Dr Debo Gorai completed his MBBS in 1991. Debo trained in Neurology at the National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences in Bangalore, India before travelling to Australia in 2003. He then underwent peer review assessment and training in Neurology at St Vincent’s Hospital, Melbourne under the supervision of Professor Mark Cook and received his FRACP fellowship in 2006.

Dr Gorai cares for a range of neurological conditions such as stroke, epilepsy, headache, Parkinson’s Disease, Multiple Sclerosis, nerve and muscle disorders as well as performing nerve conduction and Electromyography (EMG) studies and neurotoxin therapy.​

Approach to Patient Care:

Dr Gorai prides himself on treating his patients with respect and compassion. With a meticulous approach to clinical assessment and through communication with patients and referring practitioners.

Professional Associations:

Australian Medical Association

Royal Australian College of Physician

Neurological Consultation

Comprehensive specialist assessment, diagnosis and management of a wide range of neurological conditions.

Nerve Conduction Studies & EMG Studies

Specialist testing to assess nerve and muscle function and help diagnose neurological and neuromuscular conditions.

Diagnostic Testing

Advanced neurological testing to help identify the cause of symptoms and support an accurate diagnosis.

Neurotoxin Therapy

Targeted treatment using neurotoxin injections to help manage selected neurological conditions and reduce associated muscle symptoms.

CONDITIONS TREATED

Axillary Hyperhidrosis

Specialist treatment for excessive underarm sweating to help reduce symptoms and improve everyday comfort and confidence.

Cervical Dystonia

Specialist assessment and treatment for involuntary neck muscle contractions that can cause abnormal head movements, posture and discomfort.

Epilepsy

Specialist assessment, diagnosis and ongoing management of seizures and epilepsy to help improve symptom control and quality of life.

Focal Entrapment

Specialist assessment and management of localized nerve compression that may cause pain, numbness, tingling or weakness.

Motor Neuron Disorders

Specialist assessment and management of conditions affecting the motor nerves, which can lead to muscle weakness, wasting, cramps and reduced movement.

Multiple Sclerosis

Specialist assessment and ongoing management of multiple sclerosis to help monitor symptoms, support treatment decisions and maintain quality of life.

Nerve and Muscle Disorders

Specialist assessment and management of conditions affecting the nerves and muscles that may cause weakness, pain, numbness, tingling or reduced movement.

Neurotoxin Therapy

Targeted neurotoxin treatment to help manage selected neurological conditions, reduce involuntary muscle activity and relieve associated symptoms.

Neurotoxin Therapy for Migraine

Targeted neurotoxin treatment to help reduce the frequency and severity of chronic migraine symptoms and improve day-to-day quality of life.

Parkinson's Disease

Specialist assessment and ongoing management of Parkinson’s disease to help control symptoms, support movement and maintain quality of life.

Stroke

Specialist assessment and ongoing management following stroke to help monitor neurological symptoms, support recovery and reduce the risk of further complications.

Wrist Drop | Foot Drop

Specialist assessment and management of nerve and muscle conditions that can cause weakness, reduced control and difficulty lifting the wrist or foot.

Practice Manager

Zmara

With more than 10 years of experience in healthcare administration, Zmara is passionate about providing exceptional patient service.

As Practice Manager, she oversees the day-to-day running of the practice, creating a welcoming and supportive environment for patients and staff. Drawing on her extensive administration and customer service experience, Zmara helps patients navigate their healthcare journey with confidence and ease.