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  • Michael Rowbotham, MD 110 Points

    Michael Rowbotham, MD

    Ucsf Pain Clinical Research
    1701 Divisadero St Ste 480
    San Francisco, CA 94115
  • Luis Bello Espinosa, MD 100 Points

    Luis Bello Espinosa, MD

    2340 Clay St, 3rd Fl
    San Francisco, CA 94115
  • Janice Garvey, MD 100 Points

    Janice Garvey, MD

    Kaiser Permanente Hospital
    2200 Ofarrell St
    San Francisco, CA 94115
  • Ilya Kulinsky, MD 100 Points

    Ilya Kulinsky, MD

    2320 Sutter St Ste 201
    San Francisco, CA 94115
  • William Leider, MD 100 Points

    William Leider, MD

    2200 Ofarrell St
    San Francisco, CA 94115
  • Ko-Myong Lieu, MD 100 Points

    Ko-Myong Lieu, MD

    1610 Post St Ste 202
    San Francisco, CA 94115
  • Anne Regenstein, MD 100 Points

    Anne Regenstein, MD

    2200 Ofarrell St
    San Francisco, CA 94115
  • Marilyn Robertson, MD 100 Points

    Marilyn Robertson, MD

    San Francisco Spine Ctr
    2100 Webster St Ste 332
    San Francisco, CA 94115
  • Charles Skomer, MD 100 Points

    Charles Skomer, MD

    2100 Webster Street Suite 409
    San Francisco, CA 94115
  • Eric Denys, MD 90 Points

    Eric Denys, MD

    2100 Webster St Ste 110
    San Francisco, CA 94115
  • Marina Kasavin, MD 90 Points

    Marina Kasavin, MD

    2299 Post St Ste 102
    San Francisco, CA 94115
  • Robert Miller, MD 60 Points

    Robert Miller, MD

    2324 Sacramento St Ste 150
    San Francisco, CA 94115
  • Rebecca Michael

    Rebecca Michael

    UCSF Headache Center
    2330 Post St.
    Sixth Floor
    San Francisco, CA 94115

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