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  • Robert Pinnick, MD
    350 Points

    Robert Pinnick, MD

    Bend Memorial Cln
    1501 Ne Medical Center Dr
    Bend, OR 97701
  • David Dedrick, MD
    300 Points

    David Dedrick, MD

    2036 Northeast Williamson Court
    Bend, OR 97701
  • Natalia Usatii, MD
    150 Points

    Natalia Usatii, MD

    St. Charles Sleep Center - Bend
    2042 NE Williamson Court
    Bend, OR 97701
  • Richard Koller, MD 130 Points

    Richard Koller, MD

    Koller Clinic Of Neurology
    2275 NE Doctors Dr Ste 9
    Bend, OR 97701
  • Jeffrey Drutman, MD 110 Points

    Jeffrey Drutman, MD

    Central Oregon Radiology Assoc
    1460 Ne Medical Center Dr
    Bend, OR 97701
  • Gary Buchholz, MD 110 Points

    Gary Buchholz, MD

    Neurological Center
    2421 Ne Doctors Dr
    Bend, OR 97701
  • Adriana Kori, MD 100 Points

    Adriana Kori, MD

    2275 NE Doctors Dr Ste 9, Koller Clinic Of Neurology
    Bend, OR 97701
  • Paul Eckman, MD 100 Points

    Paul Eckman, MD

    Neurological Center
    2421 NE Doctors Dr
    Bend, OR 97701
  • Stephen Ireland, MD 100 Points

    Stephen Ireland, MD

    Neurological Center
    2421 NE Doctors Dr
    Bend, OR 97701
  • David Schloesser, MD 90 Points

    David Schloesser, MD

    Neurological Center
    2421 NE Doctors Dr
    Bend, OR 97701

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