Specialized EMG and Consultations for International Patients
Dr. Hugo Yaïche is a Neurologist specializing in clinical neurophysiology and electromyography (EMG), with a medical career built entirely within the French university hospital system. He obtained his Board Certification (DES) in Neurology in 2018 from Amiens University Hospital, completing a rigorous academic and clinical training program that laid the foundation for his practice. He subsequently held the position of Assistant Specialist at Poissy Hospital for two years, an experience that broadened his clinical scope and reinforced his capacity to approach neurological disorders with both precision and depth. This dual foundation enables Dr. Yaïche to situate each diagnostic procedure within a comprehensive clinical framework, ensuring that no finding is interpreted in isolation.
Frequently Asked Questions from International Patients
Frequently asked questions about Dr. Yaïche's neurological practice
International Insurance Coverage
The practice of Dr Hugo Yaïche welcomes expatriate and international patients residing in or visiting Paris. All procedures — including neurological consultations and Electromyography (EMG) — are fully eligible for reimbursement through leading international health insurance providers, including Cigna, AXA Global Healthcare, Allianz Care, BUPA, APRIL International, and equivalent plans. Settlement is handled directly at the practice by credit card or cash. A comprehensive invoice is issued upon each visit, incorporating the applicable French medical procedure codes (CCAM codes) required for insurance processing. Patients submit this documentation to their insurer for reimbursement — the majority of international providers complete claims within 24 to 48 hours.
Why EMG remains the gold standard for diagnosing carpal tunnel syndrome ?
Your doctor has referred you for an EMG because carpal tunnel syndrome is suspected. This test is essential to confirm or rule out the diagnosis with precision. It measures the conduction velocity of the median nerve at the wrist and assesses the severity of any compression present. These objective findings directly guide the treatment decision — whether that means monitoring, a wrist splint, a corticosteroid injection, or surgery. Without an EMG, treatment choices remain uncertain. With it, your doctor has an exact map of the nerve damage to recommend the most appropriate care for your specific situation.
What are the main symptoms suggestive of peripheral neuropathy?
The most common symptoms suggesting peripheral neuropathy include tingling and numbness in the hands or feet, burning sensations or electric shock-like feelings, progressive muscle weakness, nighttime limb pain, loss of sensitivity to touch or temperature, and walking instability. These symptoms often begin symmetrically at the extremities and gradually spread upward.
What are the objectives of an EMG assessment for fasciculations?
Electromyography helps identify the origin of fasciculations by distinguishing benign forms from more serious neurological conditions, such as motor neuron disease. Dr. Yaïche analyzes this data through a rigorous clinical approach to establish an accurate diagnosis.