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  • Dan Bell, MD 100 Points

    Dan Bell, MD

    Distance: 26.66 mi
    601 7th St S
    Saint Petersburg, FL 33701
  • Eric Vernier 100 Points

    Eric Vernier

    Eric Vernier, MD
    Distance: 26.66 mi
    601 5th St S, Ste 510, Dept 6580070424
    Ste 510, Dept 6580070424
    Saint Petersburg, FL 33701
  • Gordon Gilbert, MD 100 Points

    Gordon Gilbert, MD

    Distance: 26.66 mi
    500 Pasadena Ave S
    Saint Petersburg, FL 33707
  • William Greenberg, MD 100 Points

    William Greenberg, MD

    Distance: 26.66 mi
    1901 9th St N, #B
    Saint Petersburg, FL 33704
  • Jennifer Avallone 100 Points

    Jennifer Avallone

    Jennifer Avallone, DO
    Distance: 26.66 mi
    601 5th St S
    Ste 510, Dept 6580070424
    Saint Petersburg, FL 33701-4804
  • Saleem Khamisani, MD 100 Points

    Saleem Khamisani, MD

    Distance: 26.66 mi
    1099 5th Ave N Ste 300
    Saint Petersburg, FL 33705
  • Eric Kramer, MD 100 Points

    Eric Kramer, MD

    Distance: 26.66 mi
    1099 5th Ave N Ste 300
    Saint Petersburg, FL 33705
  • James Johnson Jr, MD 100 Points

    James Johnson Jr, MD

    Memorial Sloan Kettering Ctr
    Distance: 26.66 mi
    880 6th St S Ste 430
    Saint Petersburg, FL 33701
  • Steven Cohen, MD 100 Points

    Steven Cohen, MD

    Retina Vitreous Assoc Of FL
    Distance: 26.66 mi
    601 7th St S
    Saint Petersburg, FL 33701
  • Welwin Liu, MD 100 Points

    Welwin Liu, MD

    St Petersburg Suncoast Med Grp
    Distance: 26.66 mi
    1099 5th Ave N
    Saint Petersburg, FL 33705
  • Gregory Scott, MD 90 Points

    Gregory Scott, MD

    Suncoast Medical Clinic
    Distance: 26.66 mi
    601 7th St S
    Saint Petersburg, FL 33701
  • Daniel Bell, MD 70 Points

    Daniel Bell, MD

    Distance: 26.66 mi
    601 7TH ST S FL 3
    SAINT PETERSBURG, FL 33701
  • John Leavengood, MD 70 Points

    John Leavengood, MD

    Distance: 26.66 mi
    1201 5th Ave N Ste 303
    Saint Petersburg, FL 33705
  • Gregory C Scott, MD 10 Points

    Gregory C Scott, MD

    Distance: 26.66 mi
    601 7TH ST S FL 3
    SAINT PETERSBURG, FL 33701
  • Denise K Griffin, MD -10 Points

    Denise K Griffin, MD

    Distance: 26.66 mi
    7901 4TH ST N STE 310
    SAINT PETERSBURG, FL 33702
  • Lowell Dawson

    Lowell Dawson

    Lowell Dawson, MD
    Distance: 26.66 mi
    603 7th Street South
    Saint Petersburg, FL 33701
  • 100 Points

    Neurosurgery of West Florida - Trinity

    Distance: 29.41 mi
    9332 State Road 54
    Suite 400
    Trinity, FL 34655

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.


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