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Lompoc (19.6 mi)

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93436 (3) (18.38 mi)
93454 (7) (20.84 mi)
93111 (1) (22.1 mi)
93105 (6) (24.75 mi)
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  • Philip Ente, MD 130 Points

    Philip Ente, MD

    Distance: 19.6 mi
    1101 E Ocean Ave
    Lompoc, CA 93436
  • Henry Lee, MD

    Henry Lee, MD

    Distance: 19.6 mi
    133 N F ST STE C-F
    LOMPOC, CA 93436
  • Richard B Whitehead, MD

    Richard B Whitehead, MD

    Distance: 19.6 mi
    133 N F ST STE C-F
    LOMPOC, CA 93436
  • Gunnar Heuser, MD 250 Points

    Gunnar Heuser, MD

    Gunnar Heuser M.D., Ph.D. F.A.C.P.
    Distance: 27.91 mi
    923 Laguna St. Ste B
    Santa Barbara, CA 93101
  • Charles Curatalo, MD 220 Points

    Charles Curatalo, MD

    Charles J Curatalo,MD
    Distance: 27.91 mi
    2431 Castillo St
    Santa Barbara, CA 93105
  • David Agnew, MD 150 Points

    David Agnew, MD

    Distance: 27.91 mi
    533 E Micheltorena St Ste 202
    Santa Barbara, CA 93103
  • Victor Rosenfeld, MD 150 Points

    Victor Rosenfeld, MD

    Foundation Clinic
    Distance: 27.91 mi
    317 W Pueblo St
    Santa Barbara, CA 93105
  • Thomas Kennedy, MD 140 Points

    Thomas Kennedy, MD

    Distance: 27.91 mi
    5333 Hollister Ave Ste 109
    Santa Barbara, CA 93111
  • Mark Corazza, MD 120 Points

    Mark Corazza, MD

    California Neurological Inst
    Distance: 27.91 mi
    2219 Bath St
    Santa Barbara, CA 93105
  • Robert Harbaugh, MD 110 Points

    Robert Harbaugh, MD

    Neurology Associates
    Distance: 27.91 mi
    219 Nogales Ave Ste F
    Santa Barbara, CA 93105
  • Richard Lowenthal, MD 100 Points

    Richard Lowenthal, MD

    California Neurological Inst
    Distance: 27.91 mi
    2219 Bath St, California Neuro Inst
    Santa Barbara, CA 93105
  • Paul Gertler, MD 100 Points

    Paul Gertler, MD

    Foundation Clinic
    Distance: 27.91 mi
    PO Box 1200
    Santa Barbara, CA 93102
  • Advanced Integrated Neurosciences

    Advanced Integrated Neurosciences

    Distance: 27.91 mi
    351 Hitchcock Way STE B-170
    Santa Barbara, CA 93105
  • Ramanand Dandillaya, MD 150 Points

    Ramanand Dandillaya, MD

    Distance: 28.55 mi
    210 S Palisade Dr Ste 203
    Santa Maria, CA 93454
  • Ramanand C Dandillaya, MD

    Ramanand C Dandillaya, MD

    Distance: 28.55 mi
    210 S PALISADE DR STE 203
    SANTA MARIA, CA 93454
  • Henry Lee, MD

    Henry Lee, MD

    Distance: 28.55 mi
    901 S BROADWAY
    SANTA MARIA, CA 93454
  • Henry Lee, MD

    Henry Lee, MD

    Distance: 28.55 mi
    1414 S MILLER ST STE 9
    SANTA MARIA, CA 93454
  • Richard B Whitehead, MD

    Richard B Whitehead, MD

    Distance: 28.55 mi
    901 S BROADWAY
    SANTA MARIA, CA 93454
  • Richard B Whitehead, MD

    Richard B Whitehead, MD

    Distance: 28.55 mi
    1414 S MILLER ST STE 9
    SANTA MARIA, CA 93454

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Lompoc (19.6 mi)

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