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  • Jonathan Rutchik, MD 100 Points

    Jonathan Rutchik, MD

    Distance: 23.32 mi
    20 Sunnyside Ave Ste A-321
    Mill Valley, CA 94941
  • A Jayaram, MD 280 Points

    A Jayaram, MD

    Distance: 23.74 mi
    1250 Concannon Blvd
    Livermore, CA 94550
  • Ravinder Kahlon, MD 150 Points

    Ravinder Kahlon, MD

    Distance: 24.37 mi
    662 Mowry Ave
    Fremont, CA 94536
  • Prabhjot Khalsa, MD 120 Points

    Prabhjot Khalsa, MD

    Fremont Neurology Med Assoc
    Distance: 24.37 mi
    39120 Argonaut Way Ste 550
    Fremont, CA 94538
  • Angela Anagnos, MD

    Angela Anagnos, MD

    Sleep Medicine and Neurology, PC
    Distance: 24.37 mi
    556 Mowry Ave. Suite 102
    Fremont, CA 94536
  • Robert Telfer, MD 100 Points

    Robert Telfer, MD

    Mills Peninsula Health Svcs Mills Peninsula Medical Group; Peninsula Neurological Assoc
    Distance: 24.86 mi
    1750 El Camino Real Ste 204
    Burlingame, CA 94010
  • Robert Telfer, MD

    Robert Telfer, MD

    Distance: 24.86 mi
    1750 El Camino Real Ste 204
    Burlingame, CA 94010
  • Ilkcan Cokgor, MD

    Ilkcan Cokgor, MD

    Distance: 24.94 mi
    50 RED HILL AVE
    SAN ANSELMO, CA 94960
  • William Anderson, MD 250 Points

    William Anderson, MD

    Distance: 25.02 mi
    Closed, no longer in practice
    San Mateo, CA 94401
  • Michael Siegel, MD 140 Points

    Michael Siegel, MD

    Distance: 25.02 mi
    101 N El Camino Real Ste 5
    San Mateo, CA 94401
  • Sarah Cheyette, MD 120 Points

    Sarah Cheyette, MD

    Distance: 25.02 mi
    450 N San Mateo Dr Ste D
    San Mateo, CA 94401
  • Richard Gravina, MD 100 Points

    Richard Gravina, MD

    Mills Peninsula Health Svcs Mills Peninsula Medical Group
    Distance: 25.02 mi
    333 N San Mateo Dr
    San Mateo, CA 94401

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