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  • Ashish M Trivedi, MD

    Ashish M Trivedi, MD

    Distance: 23.05 mi
    27121 174TH PL SE STE 204
    COVINGTON, WA 98042
  • John Wendt, MD 330 Points

    John Wendt, MD

    Federal Way Neurology-Headache
    Distance: 23.61 mi
    34503 9th Ave S Ste 230
    Federal Way, WA 98003
  • Kate Bedrin, MD 140 Points

    Kate Bedrin, MD

    Virginia Mason Franciscan Health Medical Pavilion - Federal Way
    Distance: 23.61 mi
    33501 First Way S.
    Federal Way, WA 98003
  • Emma Burbank, MD 120 Points

    Emma Burbank, MD

    Virginia Mason Franciscan Health Medical Pavilion - Federal Way
    Distance: 23.61 mi
    33501 First Way S.
    Federal Way, WA 98003
  • 100 Points

    Franciscan Neurology Associates - Federal Way

    Distance: 23.61 mi
    34503 Ninth Ave. S.
    Suite 230
    Federal Way, WA 98003
  • John Wendt, MD 10 Points

    John Wendt, MD

    Distance: 23.61 mi
    34509 9th Ave S Ste 302
    Federal Way, WA 98003
  • Arif Chowdhury

    Arif Chowdhury

    Arif Chowdhury, MD
    Distance: 23.61 mi
    34503 Ninth Ave S
    Suite 230
    Federal Way, WA 98003
  • David Brown

    David Brown

    David L Brown, MD
    Distance: 23.61 mi
    34503 Ninth Ave S
    Suite 230
    Federal Way, WA 98003
  • Hsuan (Yolanda) Lu

    Hsuan (Yolanda) Lu

    Hsuan (Yolanda) Lu, DO
    Distance: 23.61 mi
    34503 Ninth Ave S
    Suite 230
    Federal Way, WA 98003
  • Ashish Trivedi, MD 170 Points

    Ashish Trivedi, MD

    Distance: 24.69 mi
    202 N Division St Ste 200
    Auburn, WA 98001
  • Marisa Moore, ARNP 60 Points

    Marisa Moore, ARNP

    MultiCare Neuroscience & Sleep Medicine - Auburn
    Distance: 24.69 mi
    121 N Division St.
    Suite 300
    Auburn, WA 98001
  • Danmeng Wei, MD 10 Points

    Danmeng Wei, MD

    MultiCare Neuroscience & Sleep Medicine - Auburn
    Distance: 24.69 mi
    121 N Division St.
    Suite 300
    Auburn, WA 98001
  • Shravana Gudivada, MD

    Shravana Gudivada, MD

    MultiCare Neuroscience & Sleep Medicine - Auburn
    Distance: 24.69 mi
    121 N Division St.
    Suite 300
    Auburn, WA 98001
  • Ashish M Trivedi, MD -10 Points

    Ashish M Trivedi, MD

    Distance: 24.69 mi
    122 3RD ST NE
    AUBURN, WA 98002
  • Ashish M Trivedi, MD

    Ashish M Trivedi, MD

    Distance: 24.69 mi
    202 N DIVISION ST STE 200
    AUBURN, WA 98001
  • 100 Points

    Franciscan Neurology Associates - Gig Harbor

    Distance: 27.06 mi
    6401 Kimball Drive Northwest
    Gig Harbor, WA 98335
  • 100 Points

    Franciscan Neurosurgery Associates at St. Anthony

    Distance: 27.06 mi
    6401 Kimball Drive
    2nd Floor
    Gig Harbor, WA 98335

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