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  • Barbara Illowsky Karp, MD 120 Points

    Barbara Illowsky Karp, MD

    Blg 10 Ste 5S-209, 9000 Rockville Pike
    Bethesda, MD 20892
  • Christopher Austin, MD 100 Points

    Christopher Austin, MD

    Nhgri 31 Center Drive Rm 4B09
    Bethesda, MD 20892
  • Thomas Chase, MD 100 Points

    Thomas Chase, MD

    9000 Rockville Pike
    Bethesda, MD 20892
  • Katrina Gwinn Hardy, MD 100 Points

    Katrina Gwinn Hardy, MD

    2142 NSC, 6001 Executive Blvd
    Bethesda, MD 20892
  • John Hallenbeck, MD 100 Points

    John Hallenbeck, MD

    36 Convent Dr Bldg 36 Ste 4A03 Ms 4128
    Bethesda, MD 20892
  • Irwin Kopin, MD 100 Points

    Irwin Kopin, MD

    Nihcds Bld 10 Sn 214
    Bethesda, MD 20892
  • Barry Richmond, MD 100 Points

    Barry Richmond, MD

    Laboratory-Nuerol Psychology
    N I H Bldg 9 Ste 1 N-107
    Bethesda, MD 20892
  • Mark Hallett, MD 100 Points

    Mark Hallett, MD

    National Institutes Of Health
    10 Center Dr Bldg 10 Ste 5N226
    Bethesda, MD 20892
  • Eric Wassermann, MD 100 Points

    Eric Wassermann, MD

    National Institutes Of Health
    10 Center Dr Msc 1430 Bldg 10 Ste Snz34
    Bethesda, MD 20892
  • Henry Webster, MD 100 Points

    Henry Webster, MD

    National Institutes Of Health
    36 Convent Dr Bldg 36 Ste 4A 29
    Bethesda, MD 20892
  • Susumu Sato, MD 100 Points

    Susumu Sato, MD

    Nih
    10 Center Dr Ste 5C101 Msc 1404
    Bethesda, MD 20892
  • Audrey Penn, MD 100 Points

    Audrey Penn, MD

    31 Center Dr Msc 2540 Bldg 31 Ste 8A52
    Bethesda, MD 20892
  • William Theodore, MD 100 Points

    William Theodore, MD

    Nih Bldg 10 Ste 5N-248
    Bethesda, MD 20892
  • Steven Warach, MD 100 Points

    Steven Warach, MD

    10 Center Drive Room B1D733 Msc 1063
    Bethesda, MD 20892
  • Daniel Weinberger, MD 100 Points

    Daniel Weinberger, MD

    Nih Bldg 10 Ste 4S237b, 9000 Rockville Pike
    Bethesda, MD 20892
  • Kenneth Fischbeck Jr, MD 90 Points

    Kenneth Fischbeck Jr, MD

    Neurogenetics Branch Ninds, 10 Center Dr
    Bethesda, MD 20892
  • Marinos Dalakas, MD 80 Points

    Marinos Dalakas, MD

    Nih
    9000 Rockville Pike Bldg 10
    Bethesda, MD 20892
  • Robert Bonwetsch, MD 50 Points

    Robert Bonwetsch, MD

    10 Center Dr Bldg 10 Ste 5N250
    Bethesda, MD 20892
  • Peter Herscovitch, MD 50 Points

    Peter Herscovitch, MD

    National Institutes Of Health
    10 Center Dr Msc 1180 Bldg 10 Ste 1C401
    Bethesda, MD 20892
  • Deric Park, MD 50 Points

    Deric Park, MD

    National Inst Of Health, 10 Center Dr Msc 1400
    Bethesda, MD 20892
  • Isabel Pimenta

    Isabel Pimenta

    National Institute of Health
    10 Center Drive
    Bethesda, MD 20892

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Kensington (3.36 mi)
Silver Spring (4.04 mi)
Takoma Park (4.99 mi)
McLean (5.24 mi)
Arlington (6.3 mi)
Potomac (6.37 mi)
Washington (6.84 mi)
Rockville (7.68 mi)
Falls Church (7.79 mi)
College Park (8.77 mi)
Vienna (10.43 mi)
Annandale (11.6 mi)
Olney (12.05 mi)
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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