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  • Elson So, MD 100 Points

    Elson So, MD

    Mayo Medical Ctr
    200 1st St SW
    Rochester, MN 55905
  • Jerry Swanson, MD 100 Points

    Jerry Swanson, MD

    Mayo Medical Ctr
    200 1st St SW
    Rochester, MN 55905
  • Brian Weinshenker, MD 100 Points

    Brian Weinshenker, MD

    Mayo Medical Ctr
    200 1st St SW
    Rochester, MN 55905
  • James Smith, MD 100 Points

    James Smith, MD

    Olmsted Medical Ctr
    210 9th St SE, Olmsted Medical Center
    Rochester, MN 55904
  • Melissa Richards, MD 100 Points

    Melissa Richards, MD

    200 1st St Sw
    Rochester, MN 55905
  • Rodolfo Savica 100 Points

    Rodolfo Savica

    Rodolfo Savica, M.D.
    200 First St. SW
    Rochester, MN 55905
  • Duygu Selcen, MD 100 Points

    Duygu Selcen, MD

    200 1st St SW, 200 1st St SW
    Rochester, MN 55905
  • Steven Vernino, MD 100 Points

    Steven Vernino, MD

    Mayo Clc Dept Neuro, 200 1st St SW
    Rochester, MN 55905
  • Takehiko Yanagihara, MD 100 Points

    Takehiko Yanagihara, MD

    200 1st Ave W 8B
    Rochester, MN 55905
  • Eric Ahlskog, MD 20 Points

    Eric Ahlskog, MD

    Mayo Clinic Rochester - Neurology
    200 First Street SouthWest
    Rochester, MN 55905
  • Scott Eggers

    Scott Eggers

    200 1st St SW Dept Neurology
    Rochester, MN 55905
  • Allen Aksamit, Jr, MD

    Allen Aksamit, Jr, MD

    Mayo Clinic Rochester - Neurology
    200 First Street SouthWest
    Rochester, MN 55905
  • Patty Atkinson, MD

    Patty Atkinson, MD

    Mayo Clinic Rochester - Neurology
    200 First Street SouthWest
    Rochester, MN 55905
  • John Bartleson, Jr, MD

    John Bartleson, Jr, MD

    Mayo Clinic Rochester - Neurology
    200 First Street SouthWest
    Rochester, MN 55905
  • Charles Bolton, MD

    Charles Bolton, MD

    Mayo Clinic Rochester - Neurology
    200 First Street SouthWest
    Rochester, MN 55905
  • David Dodick, MD

    David Dodick, MD

    Mayo Clinic Rochester - Neurology
    200 First Street SouthWest
    Rochester, MN 55905
  • James E Smith, MD

    James E Smith, MD

    210 9TH ST SE STE 1
    ROCHESTER, MN 55904

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