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Neurologists are doctors who are trained in diagnosing and treating conditions of the brain and nervous system. Since neurology deals with the brain and nervous system, there are several conditions that neurologists could diagnose and treat. Many of these neurologists study a certain subset of neurology once they finish their training. Some of the conditions neurologist Dr. Songul Turgut treats are:
The neurologist treats diseases that affect the nervous system, such as: infections (viral, bacterial, fungal) Cancers (benign, malignant) Neurological diseases are common, and the risks of developing them increase with age.
A primary care physician usually refers a patient to a neurologist in case they experience any of the following symptoms:
A person can also have problems with his/her senses due to sensory dysfunction. In such cases, they should also consult a neurologist to seek treatment.
If you wish to seek consultation from doctor Songul Turgut, you can visit him between 10 am and 4 pm (Monday to Saturday). The doctor doesn’t work on Sunday. Always call the doctor or his attendant to confirm his/her availability because the doctor may not be available due to some personal reasons or any emergencies.
The list of popular procedures that Dr Songul Turgut performs is given below::
The doctor is committed to delivering quality care to his patients. The neurologist has performed a large number of procedures with a high success rate and adheres to medical protocols to ensure patient safety and speedy recovery..The doctor has rich experience in performing complex cases with accuracy. The specialist is proficient in using the latest techniques to perform the procedures and ensures that the patient recovers quickly.
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A neurologist is a doctor with specialized training in diagnosing and treating,disorders of the brain and nervous systems, such as Alzheimer's disease, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, multiple sclerosis, concussion, epilepsy, migraine, Parkinson's disease, and stroke. Due to complex nature of the nervous system, neurologists mainly focus on treating some populations of people with specific neurological diseases. After completing their residency training, neurologists spend a few years in fellowship programs where they get experience in their subspecialty. Neurologists always try to know the cause of a condition before starting treatment. For this, they conduct different tests and procedures in order to diagnose and treat neurological disorders.
Diagnostic tests play an important role in evaluating the underlying conditions and deciding the right treatment. A neurologist performs certain tests before and after consultation to reach the right conclusion. The tests that help neurologists diagnose underlying neurological disorders are listed below::
Some additional tests required for the diagnosis of neurological disorders are:
You need to visit a neurologist if you show any of the following signs:
Chronic headaches: If you suffer from migraine headaches, you need to consult a neurologist, especially when the signs are related to neurological deficits.
Chronic pain: In case of severe pain, your primary care doctor will refer you to a neurologist who will find out if there are some other underlying conditions for the symptoms.
Dizziness: If you experience vertigo or have difficulty maintain your balance, you should immediately see a neurologist as these can happen due to some serious conditions.
Numbness or tingling Numbness is usually experienced on one side of the body and can lead to a stroke.
Movement problems If you experience difficulty in shuffling your feet or feel tremors, see a neurologist.