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  • Michael Ko, MD 210 Points

    Michael Ko, MD

    Rush Multiple Sclerosis Brain Health Center
    1725 W Harrison St
    Professional Building
    Chicago, IL 60612
  • Alexandru Barboi, MD 150 Points

    Alexandru Barboi, MD

    1725 W Harrison St Ste 1106
    Chicago, IL 60612
  • Dusan Stefoski, MD 150 Points

    Dusan Stefoski, MD

    Rush Multiple Sclerosis Ctr
    1725 W Harrison St Ste 309, Presbyterian-St Luke's Hos
    Chicago, IL 60612
  • Nina Paleologos, MD 130 Points

    Nina Paleologos, MD

    Rush University Medical Center
    1725 West Harrison Street
    Chicago, IL 60612
  • Andres Kanner, MD 120 Points

    Andres Kanner, MD

    Rush Presbyterian St Lukes Med
    1653 W Congress Pkwy, Rush-Presbyterian St Lukes
    Chicago, IL 60612
  • Jordan Topel, MD 110 Points

    Jordan Topel, MD

    Midwest Associates-Neurology
    1725 W Harrison St Ste 1118
    Chicago, IL 60612
  • Peter Heydemann, MD 110 Points

    Peter Heydemann, MD

    Rush Presbyterian-St Lukes
    1725 W Harrison St Ste 718
    Chicago, IL 60612
  • Neelum Aggarwal, MD 100 Points

    Neelum Aggarwal, MD

    Alzheimer'S Disease Clinical
    1645 W Jackson Blvd Ste 675
    Chicago, IL 60612
  • David Bennett, MD 100 Points

    David Bennett, MD

    600 S Paulina St Ste 1026
    Chicago, IL 60612
  • Louis Boshes, MD 100 Points

    Louis Boshes, MD

    912 S Wood St Ste Mc796
    Chicago, IL 60612
  • Melanie Brandabur, MD 100 Points

    Melanie Brandabur, MD

    710 S Paulina St Ste 8N
    Chicago, IL 60612
  • Michael Kelly, MD 100 Points

    Michael Kelly, MD

    Cook County Hospital
    1725 W Harrison St, Dept Of Neurological Scien
    Chicago, IL 60612
  • Serge Pierre Louis, MD 100 Points

    Serge Pierre Louis, MD

    Cook County Hospital
    1901 W Harrison St, Neurology Lab #2830
    Chicago, IL 60612
  • Hassan Fathallah Shaykh, MD 100 Points

    Hassan Fathallah Shaykh, MD

    1735 W Harrison St Ste 406
    Chicago, IL 60612
  • Hilda Goldbarg, MD 100 Points

    Hilda Goldbarg, MD

    700 S Wood St
    Chicago, IL 60612
  • Philip Gorelick, MD 100 Points

    Philip Gorelick, MD

    1725 W Harrison St Ste 1118
    Chicago, IL 60612

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