Neurology

If you experience unusual dizziness, fainting, or pain, rely on the superior neurology services available at Advanced Medical Care. The experienced neurology specialists take an integrative approach to diagnosing and treating a range of neurological conditions, including Parkinson’s disease, neuropathy, and epilepsy. They customize care plans using medication, injection therapy, and nerve blocks to provide long-lasting symptom relief. Call the office in Brighton Beach (Brooklyn) or Forest Hills (Queens), New York, to schedule a neurology consultation or book an appointment online.

What is neurology?

Neurology is a field of medicine focused on the health and function of your peripheral nervous system. That system provides sensations throughout your body, sending signals to your central nervous system (spinal cord and brain).

The Advanced Medical Care team provides advanced diagnostic testing services and personalized treatment plans for a range of conditions that affect your nervous system, including:

• Stroke
• Dizziness and vertigo
• Balance disorders
• Essential tremors
• Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS)

Common Neurological Conditions We Treat

Our board-certified neurologists in Forest Hills (Queens) and Brighton Beach (Brooklyn) provide expert, compassionate care for a wide range of brain, spine, and nerve disorders. Below are some of the most common conditions we help manage every day.

Dementia & Memory Loss
Forgetting recent events, getting lost in familiar places, or struggling to find the right words can be frightening. These changes may signal dementia, often caused by Alzheimer’s disease or other treatable conditions.

At Advanced Medical Care, we offer a complete dementia and memory loss evaluation in Queens and Brooklyn, including detailed cognitive testing, brain imaging when needed, and laboratory work. As part of this comprehensive workup, we now provide an advanced Alzheimer’s blood test, the pTau-217 blood biomarker, at both our Queens and Brooklyn locations. This Alzheimer’s blood test is one helpful tool in the full neurologic assessment; it is never used as a stand-alone screening test.

Early diagnosis gives you more treatment options and peace of mind.

Migraines
Throbbing headaches, nausea, sensitivity to light or sound, and sometimes visual auras can make it impossible to work or enjoy life.

We identify your triggers and create a personalized plan that may include preventive medications, acute treatments, Botox injections for chronic migraines, and lifestyle strategies that really work.

Epilepsy & Seizures
Seizures can be unpredictable and scary. Whether you’ve had one episode or a long history of epilepsy, accurate diagnosis and the right treatment make a huge difference.

We use EEG and other advanced testing to pinpoint the cause, then tailor medication, safety counseling, and ongoing monitoring to help you live confidently with fewer or no seizures.

Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
MS can cause fatigue, numbness, vision changes, balance problems, or weakness. Every person’s experience is different.

Our neurologists stay current with the latest disease-modifying therapies and symptom-management options so you can slow progression and maintain the best possible quality of life.

Parkinson’s Disease
Tremor, stiffness, slow movement, and changes in balance or voice are common early signs of Parkinson’s.

We provide expert medication management, referrals to physical and speech therapy, and guidance on advanced options (including deep-brain-stimulation referrals when appropriate) so you can stay active and independent longer.

Neuropathy (Nerve Damage)
Burning, tingling, numbness, or pain — often in the feet or hands — can make walking or sleeping difficult.

We perform nerve-conduction studies and EMG when needed, treat the underlying cause (diabetes, vitamin deficiency, etc.), and offer medications and therapies that relieve symptoms and protect your nerves.

When should I schedule a neurology consultation?

You should schedule a consultation at Advanced Medical Care if you experience symptoms of a neurological disorder, like dizziness, loss of consciousness, memory loss, and seizures.

The medical team uses advanced diagnostic tests in the office to confirm your diagnosis. These tests can include:

Electroencephalogram (EEG)

An EEG tests abnormalities in the brain’s electrical activity to diagnose epilepsy and seizure disorders.

Electromyography (EMG)

An EMG tests electrical activity in the nerves of your muscles to identify nerve and muscle disorders like neuropathy.

Electronystagmography (ENG)

An ENG diagnoses balance disorders, involuntary eye movements, and the underlying cause of dizziness.

Transcranial doppler (TCD)

TCD testing involves an ultrasound imaging of the brain to identify blood clots and other abnormalities that interfere with healthy blood flow.

Which neurology treatments are available?

The Advanced Medical Care team is highly skilled at diagnosing and treating acute and chronic neurological problems. They use advanced diagnostic technologies to accurately confirm the cause of your symptoms, taking an approach to treating your condition that can involve several kinds of treatment.

Depending on the nature of your condition, the team could recommend:

• Botox® injections
• Physical therapy
• Acupuncture
• Medication
• Nerve blocks

At routine follow-up visits, the team monitors your progress to prevent it from getting worse. They adjust your treatment plan as needed.

In addition to medication and other therapies, the Advanced Medical Care team will often recommend lifestyle and dietary changes you can make to support your long-term health.

Call the Advanced Medical Care office near you today to schedule a neurology consultation or book an appointment online.