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  • Thomas Ludema 260 Points

    Thomas Ludema

    Mission Neurology Medical Group
    Distance: 1.89 mi
    15 Mareblu
    Suite 250
    Aliso Viejo, CA 92656
  • Kenneth Martinez, M.D. 230 Points

    Kenneth Martinez, M.D.

    Kenneth P. Martinez, M.D., A Medical Corporation
    Distance: 1.89 mi
    5 Journey, Ste 210 & 220
    Aliso Viejo, CA 92656
  • Theodore Teacher 740 Points

    Theodore Teacher

    Theodore Teacher, MD
    Distance: 2.5 mi
    26691 Plaza
    Suite 235
    Mission Viejo, CA 92691
  • Eleonora Spokoyny
    300 Points

    Eleonora Spokoyny

    Affiliated Neurology Center
    Distance: 2.5 mi
    25982 Pala
    Suite 150
    Mission Viejo, CA 92691
  • Georgia Prentice, MD 160 Points

    Georgia Prentice, MD

    Distance: 2.5 mi
    26451 Crown Valley Pkwy Ste 100
    Mission Viejo, CA 92691
  • Michael Cummings, MD 130 Points

    Michael Cummings, MD

    Distance: 2.5 mi
    27800 Medical Center Rd Ste 320
    Mission Viejo, CA 92691
  • Robert Simon, MD 110 Points

    Robert Simon, MD

    Distance: 2.5 mi
    27800 Medical Center Rd Ste 226
    Mission Viejo, CA 92691
  • Hamid Salehi 100 Points

    Hamid Salehi

    Hamid R. Salehi, MD
    Distance: 2.5 mi
    26691 Plaza
    Suite 235
    Mission Viejo, CA 92691
  • Jay Yao 100 Points

    Jay Yao

    Mission Heritage Medical Group
    Distance: 2.5 mi
    26800 Crown Valley Pkwy.
    Ste. 385
    Mission Viejo, CA 92691
  • Avery Pittluck, MD 100 Points

    Avery Pittluck, MD

    Mission Neurology Medical Grp
    Distance: 2.5 mi
    27800 Medical Center Rd Ste 263
    Mission Viejo, CA 92691
  • Basit Rahim

    Basit Rahim

    Basit Rahim, MD
    Distance: 2.5 mi
    26800 Crown Valley Pkwy.
    Ste. 385
    Mission Viejo, CA 92691
  • Kathleen Furlong

    Kathleen Furlong

    Mission Heritage Mission Viejo - Neurology
    Distance: 2.5 mi
    26800 Crown Valley Parkway
    Suite 385
    Mission Viejo, CA 92691
  • Ronak Vora

    Ronak Vora

    Mission Heritage Mission Viejo - Neurology
    Distance: 2.5 mi
    26800 Crown Valley Parkway
    Suite 385
    Mission Viejo, CA 92691
  • Ying Peng 50 Points

    Ying Peng

    Ying Peng, MD
    Distance: 5.12 mi
    333 Corporate Drive
    Suite 110
    Ladera Ranch, CA 92694
  • Douglas Chang, MD

    Douglas Chang, MD

    Distance: 5.92 mi
    26730 TOWNE CENTRE DR STE 202
    FOOTHILL RANCH, CA 92610
  • Bruce Cleeremans, MD
    500 Points

    Bruce Cleeremans, MD

    NervePro
    Distance: 7.47 mi
    15825 Laguna Canyon Road, Suite 202
    Irvine, CA 92618
  • Naser Elbalalesy 200 Points

    Naser Elbalalesy

    Distance: 7.47 mi
    113 Waterworks Way
    Suite 350
    Irvine, CA 92618
  • Hitesh Patel 200 Points

    Hitesh Patel

    MemorialCare Medical Group
    Distance: 7.47 mi
    4050 Barranca Parkway
    Suite 200
    Irvine, CA 92604
  • Pedro Postigo 200 Points

    Pedro Postigo

    MemorialCare Medical Group
    Distance: 7.47 mi
    4050 Barranca Parkway
    Suite 200
    Irvine, CA 92604
  • Linda R Kaplan, MD 120 Points

    Linda R Kaplan, MD

    Distance: 7.47 mi
    4199 Campus Drive, Suite 550
    Irvine, CA 92612

Neurologist Info

Neurologist Summary:
A Neurologist is a physician who diagnoses, treats, and manages disorders, disease and injuries to the nervous system. This includes such areas as the brain, spinal cord, nerves and muscles. A referral is usually required from a family or attending physician.

A neurologist also manages long-term care for patients who are afflicted with diseases and disorders present at birth or that have developed later on in life. Conditions such as MS, Alzheimer's disease, and Parkinson's disease are just some of the disorders a neurologist may offer long-term care for.

Education and Training: In order to become a neurologist, 4 years of undergraduate study followed by 4 years of medical school are required. An addition 4 years must be spent doing an internship in neurology. A total of 12 years of study and training are required, along with writing certification exams, to become a certified neurologist.


Neurologist FAQs:
What is a

Neurologist

?
A Neurologist is a physician who treats nervous system disorders, including diseases of the spinal cord, nerves, and the brain. A Neurologist examines nerves in the head and neck, muscle movement, balance, reflexes, memory and speech.

What procedures does a Neurologist perform?
A Neurologist can perform CAT scans, MRIs, EEGs and spinal taps.

What type of nervous system disorders does a Neurologist treat?
A Neurologist can treat Cerebral Palsy, Epilepsy, Meningitis, Parkinson's Disease, Speech Disorders, Seizure Disorders, Spinal Cord Disorders, and many other nervous system diseases.

What can I expect during a neurological exam?
A neurologist will perform a physical examination and check the performance of different areas of the body. This includes checking the level of consciousness and memory; eye reflexes, hearing, taste, and smell; abnormal movements or twitching; skin and muscle sensations; coordination; and the ability of the patient to walk. If need be, the neurologist will then order additional tests such as a CT scan or MRI.

When should a person see a neurologist?
Usually, a family physician will refer a patient to a neurologist if there is a concern regarding a possible disorder or illness involving the nervous system. If involved in an accident or if an illness of the nervous system has been contracted, a patient will also be referred to a neurologist.

Does a neurologist treat children?
Certainly, your best bet is to consult a pediatric neurologist who has received specialized training in pediatrics. Many of the concerns regarding nervous system health in children are diseases or conditions that are present at birth and need to be monitored over a long period of time. Such conditions include epilepsy, ADHD, autism, brain tumor and migraines, developmental disorders, and mental retardation.

How do I find a Neurologist in my city and state?
The Wellness.com directory will help you locate a Neurologist in your state. Select Neurologist from the professionals menu and select the state that you are looking to locate a Neurologist in. After you have located your state, find the city that you will need a Neurologist in. Select the state and city and you will see a list of Neurologists in your city and state.


Neurologist Related Terms:
neurology, spinal cord, nervous system, neurologist, Parkinson's Disease, brain, nerves, memory, seizures, reflexes