1,042 Neurologists Found in Yonkers, NY – Page 3

A neurologist diagnoses and treats nervous system disorders affecting the brain, spinal cord, peripheral nerves, and muscles. These physicians manage complex neurological conditions impacting movement, sensation, and cognitive function.

Neurologists complete medical school, a one-year transitional internship, and a three-year neurology residency. Many pursue subspecialty fellowship training in epilepsy, cerebrovascular disease, movement disorders, neuromuscular disease, or neuro-oncology.

A Neurologist's clinical work involves:

• Concentrates on the central nervous system, peripheral nerves, and neuromuscular junction
• Conducts neurological assessments, orders diagnostic procedures (neuroimaging, electroencephalography), analyzes results, formulates treatment strategies
• Manages cerebrovascular accidents, seizure disorders, demyelinating diseases, movement disorders, neurodegenerative conditions, migraine syndromes, and neuropathies
• Uses pharmacological interventions, behavioral modifications, and neurosurgical collaboration
• Alternative names: neurological physician, brain specialist, MD, DO