Neurology

Our Approach

Franciscan Health’s neurosciences team provides complete neurological care from exam and diagnosis to rehabilitation. Our physicians and staff work together to coordinate effective and efficient neurological care for every patient.

What is neurology?

Neurology is the medical specialty that includes disorders that impact the nervous system which is made up of the brain, spine and peripheral nerves.

What does a neurologist do?

Neurologists are doctors that diagnose, treat and manage conditions such as the below:

• Stroke
• Migraines
• Seizures and epilepsy
• Fibromyalgia
• Dementia
• Parkinson's
• Neuropathy
• Meningitis
• Encephalopathy

What types of neurological tests may be necessary in diagnosis?

The diagnosis of certain neurological conditions may require diagnostic testing. Some of those tests include: Electroencephalogram (EEG), Evoked Potentials (Neuro-EP), Electromyography (EMG), and Nerve Conduction Study (NCS).

What’s makes Franciscan Health’s approach to neurology extraordinary?

At Franciscan Health we strive to provide patients with comprehensive neurological care. We partner with local neurologists to provide inpatient and outpatient services and are equipped to handle everything from chronic diagnoses to acute neurological emergencies, such as stroke. Our team of neurologists collaborates with rehabilitation staff and physicians as patients recover or manage their condition.