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  • Pavani Guntur, MD, MPH 100 Points

    Pavani Guntur, MD, MPH

    Cedars-Sinai Neurology - Los Angeles
    8635 W 3rd St
    Medical Offices West, Suite 866W
    Los Angeles, CA 90048
  • Jeffrey Swarz, MD
    100 Points

    Jeffrey Swarz, MD

    Cedars-Sinai Pediatric Neurology
    8723 Alden Dr
    Spielberg, Suite 240
    Los Angeles, CA 90048
  • Stefan Pulst, MD 100 Points

    Stefan Pulst, MD

    8631 W 3rd St Ste 1145
    Los Angeles, CA 90048
  • Colin Stokol, MD 100 Points

    Colin Stokol, MD

    Southern California Nrlgcl Grp
    8631 W 3rd St Ste 531-E
    Los Angeles, CA 90048
  • Melody Badii, MD 70 Points

    Melody Badii, MD

    Cedars-Sinai Neurology - Los Angeles
    127 S San Vicente Blvd
    Pavilion, Suite A6600
    Los Angeles, CA 90048
  • Michele Van Hirtum-Das, MD 50 Points

    Michele Van Hirtum-Das, MD

    Cedars-Sinai Children's Health Center
    8723 Alden Dr
    Spielberg, Suite 240
    Los Angeles, CA 90048
  • Tammy Yuen, MD 50 Points

    Tammy Yuen, MD

    8723 Alden Drive, Spielberg, Suite 240
    Los Angeles, CA 90048
  • Ernestina H Saxton, MD 40 Points

    Ernestina H Saxton, MD

    6221 Wilshire Boulevard Suite 419
    Los Angeles, CA 90048
  • Jason A Berkley, DO 30 Points

    Jason A Berkley, DO

    444 S SAN VICENTE BLVD STE 800
    LOS ANGELES, CA 90048
  • Deborah Holder, MD 10 Points

    Deborah Holder, MD

    Cedars-Sinai Children's Health Center
    8723 Alden Dr
    Spielberg, Suite 240
    Los Angeles, CA 90048
  • Robert Arbuckle, MD

    Robert Arbuckle, MD

    8635 W. 3rd St.
    Medical Offices West, Suite 850 West
    Los Angeles, CA 90048
  • Raafat S Iskander, MD

    Raafat S Iskander, MD

    Pediatric Neurology
    6200 Wilshire Blvd
    LOS ANGELES, CA 90048

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