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  • Harold Adams Jr, MD 110 Points

    Harold Adams Jr, MD

    University Of Iowa Hospitals
    200 Hawkins Dr Ste 4
    Iowa City, IA 52242
  • Edward Aul Jr, MD 100 Points

    Edward Aul Jr, MD

    200 Hawkins Dr, 2180-D Rcp
    Iowa City, IA 52242
  • Matthew Rizzo, MD 100 Points

    Matthew Rizzo, MD

    Faculty Practice Plan Univ Of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics
    200 Hawkins Dr Ste C42
    Iowa City, IA 52242
  • Robert Rodnitzky, MD 100 Points

    Robert Rodnitzky, MD

    Faculty Practice Plan Univ Of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics
    200 Hawkins Dr Dept Neur
    Iowa City, IA 52242
  • Deema Fattal, MD 100 Points

    Deema Fattal, MD

    200 Hawkins Dr, Unv Of Iowa Neurology
    Iowa City, IA 52242
  • Thomas Grabowski, MD 100 Points

    Thomas Grabowski, MD

    200 Hawkins Dr Rm 2RCP
    Iowa City, IA 52242
  • Mark Granner, MD 100 Points

    Mark Granner, MD

    200 Hawkins Dr, Univ Iowa Hosp Dept Neuro
    Iowa City, IA 52242
  • Ramon Lim, MD 100 Points

    Ramon Lim, MD

    200 Hawkins Dr Dept Neur
    Iowa City, IA 52242
  • Shekar Raman, MD 100 Points

    Shekar Raman, MD

    2 University Of Iowa, 200 Hawkins Dr
    Iowa City, IA 52242
  • Ezzatollah Shivapour, MD 100 Points

    Ezzatollah Shivapour, MD

    200 Hawkins Dr, U Of Iowa College Of Medic
    Iowa City, IA 52242
  • Erik St Louis, MD 100 Points

    Erik St Louis, MD

    200 Hawkins Dr, Univ Ia Hosps & Clnc
    Iowa City, IA 52242
  • Betsy Love, MD 100 Points

    Betsy Love, MD

    Univ Of Iowa Hosp & Clinics
    200 Hawkins Dr Ste C42
    Iowa City, IA 52242
  • Michael Wall, MD 100 Points

    Michael Wall, MD

    University Of Iowa Health Care
    200 Hawkins Dr Dept Neuro
    Iowa City, IA 52242
  • Antonio Damasio, MD 50 Points

    Antonio Damasio, MD

    Faculty Practice Plan Univ Of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics
    200 Hawkins Dr Dept Neuro
    Iowa City, IA 52242
  • Adel Afifi, MD

    Adel Afifi, MD

    Univ Of Iowa Hospitals And Cli
    200 Hawkins Dr
    Iowa City, IA 52242
  • Antonio Damasio, MD

    Antonio Damasio, MD

    Univ Of Iowa Hospitals
    Dept Neurology
    Iowa City, IA 52242

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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