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Laurel (15.52 mi)
Hattiesburg (18.72 mi)

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39440 (1) (16.09 mi)
39404 (1) (18.72 mi)
39401 (10) (21.67 mi)
39402 (2) (21.87 mi)
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  • Aremmia Tanious, MD 110 Points

    Aremmia Tanious, MD

    Jefferson Medical Assoc
    Distance: 15.52 mi
    1203 Jefferson St
    Laurel, MS 39440
  • Wendell Helveston, MD 140 Points

    Wendell Helveston, MD

    Hattiesburg Clinic
    Distance: 18.72 mi
    415 S 28th Ave
    Hattiesburg, MS 39401
  • Christopher Lynn, MD 120 Points

    Christopher Lynn, MD

    Hattiesburg Clinic
    Distance: 18.72 mi
    415 S 28th Ave, Hattiesburg Clnc Dpt Neuro
    Hattiesburg, MS 39401
  • Bertha Blanchard, MD 110 Points

    Bertha Blanchard, MD

    Southern Neuroscience Ctr
    Distance: 18.72 mi
    PO Box 15548
    Hattiesburg, MS 39404
  • Geoffrey Hartwig, MD 100 Points

    Geoffrey Hartwig, MD

    Hattiesburg Clinic
    Distance: 18.72 mi
    415 S 28th Ave
    Hattiesburg, MS 39401
  • Keith Mc Larnan, MD 100 Points

    Keith Mc Larnan, MD

    Hattiesburg Clinic
    Distance: 18.72 mi
    415 S 28th Ave
    Hattiesburg, MS 39401
  • Mark Morrow, MD 100 Points

    Mark Morrow, MD

    Hattiesburg Clinic
    Distance: 18.72 mi
    415 S 28th Ave, Hattiesburg Clnc
    Hattiesburg, MS 39401
  • Ronald Schwartz, MD 100 Points

    Ronald Schwartz, MD

    Hattiesburg Clinic
    Distance: 18.72 mi
    415 S 28th Ave, Hattiesburg Clnc
    Hattiesburg, MS 39401
  • Wendell Helveston, MD 50 Points

    Wendell Helveston, MD

    Hattiesburg Clinic - Neurology
    Distance: 18.72 mi
    415 South 28th Avenue
    Hattiesburg, MS 39401
  • Geoffrey Hartwig, MD 10 Points

    Geoffrey Hartwig, MD

    Distance: 18.72 mi
    415 S 28th Ave
    Hattiesburg, MS 39401
  • Keith Mclarnan, MD

    Keith Mclarnan, MD

    Hattiesburg Clin
    Distance: 18.72 mi
    415 S 28th Ave
    Hattiesburg, MS 39401
  • Ronald Schwartz, MD

    Ronald Schwartz, MD

    Hattiesburg Clinic - Neurology
    Distance: 18.72 mi
    415 South 28th Avenue
    Hattiesburg, MS 39401
  • Michael Lowry, MD

    Michael Lowry, MD

    Distance: 18.72 mi
    6071 Us Highway 49 Ste 205
    Hattiesburg, MS 39402
  • Dave Roberts, MD

    Dave Roberts, MD

    Distance: 18.72 mi
    107 Candlewick Rd
    Hattiesburg, MS 39402

Nearby Cities

Laurel (15.52 mi)
Hattiesburg (18.72 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.

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neurology, spinal cord, nervous system, neurologist, Parkinson's Disease, brain, nerves, memory, seizures, reflexes