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  • Carl Hoegerl, MD
    110 Points

    Carl Hoegerl, MD

    Distance: 25.02 mi
    291 McBride Lane
    Gretna, VA 24557
  • Charles R Joseph, MD

    Charles R Joseph, MD

    Distance: 25.02 mi
    1220 W GRETNA RD
    GRETNA, VA 24557
  • John Gaughen JR., MD
    300 Points

    John Gaughen JR., MD

    Centra Medical Group Neurology Center - Lynchburg: Tate Springs
    Distance: 26.5 mi
    2025 Tate Springs Road
    Lynchburg, VA 24501
  • Charles Joseph, MD 300 Points

    Charles Joseph, MD

    Neurology Associates
    Distance: 26.5 mi
    1933 Thomson Dr
    Lynchburg, VA 24501
  • Octavio De Marchena, MD 270 Points

    Octavio De Marchena, MD

    Neurology Associates
    Distance: 26.5 mi
    1933 Thomson Dr
    Lynchburg, VA 24501
  • Mary Jensen, MD 200 Points

    Mary Jensen, MD

    Centra Medical Group Neurology Center - Lynchburg: Tate Springs
    Distance: 26.5 mi
    2025 Tate Springs Road
    Lynchburg, VA 24501
  • Peter Konieczny, MD
    150 Points

    Peter Konieczny, MD

    Centra Medical Group Neurology Center - Lynchburg: Linkhorne
    Distance: 26.5 mi
    2818 Linkhorne Drive
    Lynchburg, VA 24503
  • Sidney Earley, NP
    100 Points

    Sidney Earley, NP

    Centra Lynchburg General Hospital
    Distance: 26.5 mi
    1901 Tate Springs Rd
    Lynchburg, VA 24501
  • Melissa Ramsdell, NP
    100 Points

    Melissa Ramsdell, NP

    Centra Medical Group Neurology Center - Lynchburg: Linkhorne
    Distance: 26.5 mi
    2818 Linkhorne Drive
    Lynchburg, VA 24503
  • Sarah Waddell, NP-C
    100 Points

    Sarah Waddell, NP-C

    Centra Medical Group Neurology Center - Lynchburg: Linkhorne
    Distance: 26.5 mi
    2818 Linkhorne Drive
    Lynchburg, VA 24503
  • Rahul Guha, MD
    100 Points

    Rahul Guha, MD

    Distance: 26.5 mi
    2025 Tate Springs Road
    Lynchburg, VA 24501
  • Andrew McCarthy, MD 100 Points

    Andrew McCarthy, MD

    Distance: 26.5 mi
    1901 Tate Springs Rd
    Lynchburg, VA 24501
  • Tim Olsen, PA
    100 Points

    Tim Olsen, PA

    Distance: 26.5 mi
    2025 Tate Springs Road
    Lynchburg, VA 24501
  • Fritz Personna-Policard, MD
    100 Points

    Fritz Personna-Policard, MD

    Distance: 26.5 mi
    2818 Linkhorne Drive
    Lynchburg, VA 24503
  • Octavia J Demarchena, MD 10 Points

    Octavia J Demarchena, MD

    Distance: 26.5 mi
    3300 RIVERMONT AVE
    LYNCHBURG, VA 24503
  • Kay Bonyak, NP

    Kay Bonyak, NP

    Distance: 26.5 mi
    2025 Tate Springs Road
    Lynchburg, VA 24501
  • Margaret Bettin, MD

    Margaret Bettin, MD

    Centra Medical Group Neurology Center - Lynchburg: Linkhorne
    Distance: 26.5 mi
    2818 Linkhorne Drive
    Lynchburg, VA 24503
  • Shannon Greene, PA

    Shannon Greene, PA

    Centra Medical Group Neurology Center - Lynchburg: Linkhorne
    Distance: 26.5 mi
    2818 Linkhorne Drive
    Lynchburg, VA 24503
  • Natalie Muir, PA

    Natalie Muir, PA

    Centra Medical Group Neurology Center - Lynchburg: Linkhorne
    Distance: 26.5 mi
    2818 Linkhorne Drive
    Lynchburg, VA 24503
  • William Fluker, PA

    William Fluker, PA

    Centra Medical Group Neurosurgery Center
    Distance: 26.5 mi
    2138 Langhorne Road
    Lynchburg, VA 24501
  • Octavio De

    Octavio De

    Distance: 26.5 mi
    1933 Thomson Dr
    Lynchburg, VA 24501
  • Charles R Joseph, MD

    Charles R Joseph, MD

    Distance: 26.5 mi
    3300 RIVERMONT AVE
    LYNCHBURG, VA 24503

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