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  • Anil Gulati, MD 100 Points

    Anil Gulati, MD

    Practice Limited To Neurology
    1323 Community Memorial Dr, Practice Ltd To Neurology
    La Grange, IL 60525
  • D Kaye, MD 100 Points

    D Kaye, MD

    D Michael Kaye Pc
    Distance: 3.16 mi
    7301 W 25th St
    Riverside, IL 60546
  • Helge Frank, MD 440 Points

    Helge Frank, MD

    Medical Neurology Assoc Sc
    Distance: 3.5 mi
    20 E Ogden Ave
    Hinsdale, IL 60521
  • Armita Bijari, MD
    400 Points

    Armita Bijari, MD

    Duly Health and Care
    Distance: 3.5 mi
    908 N. Elm St.
    Hinsdale, IL 60521
  • Helge G Frank, MD 330 Points

    Helge G Frank, MD

    Distance: 3.5 mi
    20 E OGDEN AVE
    HINSDALE, IL 60521
  • Christopher Simon, MD
    310 Points

    Christopher Simon, MD

    Duly Health and Care
    Distance: 3.5 mi
    908 N. Elm St.
    Hinsdale, IL 60521
  • Craig Wlodarek, MD
    300 Points

    Craig Wlodarek, MD

    Duly Health and Care
    Distance: 3.5 mi
    908 N. Elm St.
    Hinsdale, IL 60521
  • Rizwan Bajwa, DO
    300 Points

    Rizwan Bajwa, DO

    UChicago Medicine AdventHealth Medical Group Neurology at Hinsdale
    Distance: 3.5 mi
    908 N. Elm St.
    Ste. 210
    Hinsdale, IL 60521
  • Jason Parikh, MD
    250 Points

    Jason Parikh, MD

    Duly Health and Care
    Distance: 3.5 mi
    908 N. Elm St.
    Hinsdale, IL 60521
  • Eva Pilcher, MD
    250 Points

    Eva Pilcher, MD

    UChicago Medicine AdventHealth Medical Group Neurology at Hinsdale
    Distance: 3.5 mi
    908 N. Elm St.
    Ste. 210
    Hinsdale, IL 60521

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