Neurologists must first obtain an undergraduate pre-medical degree, and the next step in their education involves four years at medical school. Upon completing medical school, neurologists typically enter a one-year internship program, and this is followed by a three-year residency program in neurology. After this residency is completed, neurologists may receive advanced training via a fellowship program, and these typically last one to two years.

How much does a neurological exam cost?

The cost of a neurological exam will depend on the service that is being provided. If electromyography (EMG) testing is being performed, the cost could run $150-$500 per test. Other types of diagnostic tests include a nerve biopsy, a spinal tap, and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). The total cost for having a spinal tap administered can run $3,000-$5,000.

How are neurological disorders treated?

A wide range of options are available for the treatment of neurological disorders. The symptoms of Parkinson's disease may be relieved with Botox injections and deep-brain stimulation. Multiple sclerosis may be addressed with disease-modifying therapies that are offered in injection, intravenous, and oral forms, and emotional, cognitive, and physical therapies are often recommended to support the process. Stroke treatments include blood thinners, blood pressure control, and thrombolytic therapy to break up blood clots.

Is dementia the same as Alzheimer’s disease?

Strictly speaking, dementia is not the same as Alzheimer's disease. Dementia refers to a set of symptoms, and these include language difficulty, confusion, and memory loss. Alzheimer's disease is one cause of dementia, and it's responsible for 60 percent to 70 percent of all dementia cases. However, other illnesses can trigger dementia, as well, and these include Parkinson's disease and Lewy body disease.

What are the signs of a concussion?

The signs of a concussion may include headache, lack of coordination, memory loss, vomiting, nausea, dizziness, ringing in the ears, confusion, and severe fatigue. A concussion is typically caused by an injury that causes your head and brain to be quickly shaken back and forth. A concussion can be caused by a fall or a car accident, and it may also occur during participation in impact sports.

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Kelly G. rated

I would have given Dent a zero if the system allowed it.My husband was referred to Dent for his fibromyalgia, which is so extreme he can no longer work. He carefully filled out the very long and detailed paperwork they sent him in the mail before his appointment and also obtained copies of his medical records. No one at Dent took one look at his paperwork or his records. The doctor was extremely dismissive, offering a cursory exam that barely took 5 minutes and then telling my husband there was nothing she could do to help him. It was as if she'd never even heard of fibromyalgia before, didn't care to ever learn about, and was annoyed that my husband was taking up her time by hoping she might do her job. What a colossal waste of time and money, but what's worse, we'll never know if there are any neurological treatments that could have helped my husband because Dent is, from what we've seen, a joke and a sham.

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