CHI Saint Joseph Medical Group - Neurology

Neurologists diagnose and treat conditions affecting your brain, spinal cord, nerves and muscles. These include: 

• Brainstem disorders

• Brain tumors

• Cerebral or closed head injuries

• Chronic headaches

• Damage to, or diseases of, cervical or lumbar disks

• Infections of the central nervous system (i.e. meningitis)

• Multiple sclerosis

• Muscle disorders

• Seizures

• Severe neurological impairment (i.e. Guillain-Barré Syndrome)

• Sleep disorders

• Stroke

• Visual disorders

You should consider seeing a neurologist if you experience persistent headaches, seizures, dizziness, memory loss, numbness, weakness or other unexplained neurological symptoms.

It depends on your insurance plan. Some insurance providers require a referral from your primary care physician, while others allow you to schedule an appointment directly. We recommend checking with your insurance provider or contacting our office for assistance.

Bring a list of your symptoms, medical history, current medications and any previous test results. It’s also helpful to write down questions you may have for the neurologist.

During your initial visit, your neurologist will review your medical history, discuss your symptoms and perform a neurological exam. They may order additional tests to confirm a diagnosis.