神经科学

神经学家 & 加州弗里蒙特的神经外科医生

Washington 医院 Healthcare System (WHHS) offers comprehensive neurology care and management for the full spectrum of 神经疾病. These conditions include injuries, illnesses, or diseases that primarily affect the brain and spine, but also include the central and peripheral 神经系统. Our team of board-certified neurologists and neurosurgeons are available to help, and have the knowledge and skill to treat both 儿童和成人患者. Our goal is to provide expert medical management to improve our patients’ quality of life. Your neurologist can diagnose your condition and determine the best course of treatment to lessen your symptoms until you feel well again.

Some of the 神经疾病 we treat include:

• 中风
• 癫痫发作
• Epilepsy (a chronic condition in which the patient has had 2 or more unprovoked seizures)
• 痴呆
• 帕金森病
• 震动
• Diseases of the spinal cord, such as pinched nerves
• 偏头痛
• 周围神经病变
• 肌肉疾病
• Concussions, including second impact syndrome
• 和更多的

When You Should See a Neurologist

Generally, patients with neurological problems such as concussions, headaches, or numbness are good candidates for a neurologist’s care. 其他 symptoms you may notice include memory problems, muscle weakness, tremors, 或者沟通困难. These symptoms may indicate a brain or nervous system problem, which your neurologist can diagnose through several evaluations. Your physician will examine your sensory function, balance, coordination, gait, eye control, language comprehension, and other neurological skills. These noninvasive, painless tests help your doctor determine whether follow-up diagnostic testing is needed, such as a CT or MRI scan.

最先进的技术

Advanced Neurosurgical Technologies: BrainSuite® Overview

We pride ourselves on utilizing the cutting-edge BrainSuite® technology, a sophisticated imaging system uniquely designed for brain and spinal 程序. Distinguished as one of the few hospitals in California equipped with BrainSuite in the OR, we offer unparalleled precision in navigating the intricate pathways of the brain and spinal cord. BrainSuite集成 several key technologies—neuronavigation, enhanced visualization, strategic patient positioning, and sophisticated image processing. 这 integration is critical for reducing surgical incisions and enhancing 治疗的准确性.

The Role of Intraoperative Imaging

To achieve real-time imaging of the spine and brain during surgical 程序, our neurosurgeons utilize the innovative Bodytom® and Certom® 系统. These state-of-the-art imaging solutions enable the precise placement 手术器械. By leveraging these technologies, we not only can improve patient outcomes but also broaden the scope of minimally invasive surgeries available to our patients, marking a significant step forward 在神经外科护理中.

Advancements in 介入放射学: The Biplane System

The introduction of the Artis zee biplane system has revolutionized interventional radiology within our Neurosurgery Department. 这种先进的技术 provides our surgeons with superior 3D imaging capabilities, facilitating easier patient access, and offering comprehensive coverage for diagnostic and therapeutic 程序 involving the brain, spine, and specialized 儿科护理. Through the adoption of the biplane system, we continue to enhance our ability to safely and efficiently manage a wide array of 神经疾病.