UPMC experts provide comprehensive, nationally recognized care for a full range of neurological conditions. We treat acute and chronic symptoms of neurological disorders through our subspecialty care centers, staffed by board-certified providers, many of whom have fellowship training in their respective neurological specialties.
Neurology services focus on diagnosing, managing, and treating disorders of the brain, spinal cord, and nerves.
We treat a full range of neurological disorders, from dementia and Parkinson’s disease to stroke, multiple sclerosis, and epilepsy.
You may be eligible for neurology services if you have symptoms of or have been diagnosed with a neurological condition.
Our neurology services by subspecialty center include:
Our team specializes in care for patients with Alzheimer’s disease, dementia, and other cognitive disorders.
UPMC provides state-of-the-art diagnostic and treatment services to adults and children with uncontrolled seizures. The department’s active clinical research program has contributed to the introduction of seven new anti-epilepsy drugs over the past decade.
The physicians at UPMC are experts in diagnosing and treating headaches of all types. Our experts collaborate with patients to minimize their pain and optimize their ability to function using a full range of effective, research-proven treatments.
We offer an array of highly specialized treatments and clinical trials for patients who suffer from advanced Parkinson’s disease, dystonia, Huntington’s disease, and other movement disorders.
UPMC provides comprehensive care for patients with multiple sclerosis at all levels of disease severity. Our physicians are actively involved in studying medications for the management and treatment of multiple sclerosis symptoms.
UPMC specializes in the diagnosis, treatment, and research of neuromuscular disorders. Outpatient care includes specialty clinics for diseases such as amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) and muscular dystrophy, as well as Botox® injections for dystonia and spasticity.
Our team evaluates and treats pediatric patients with disorders of the central and peripheral nervous systems, such as seizures and epilepsy, headache, neuromuscular disease and tics.
UPMC uses advanced therapies to treat stroke and help patients recover physical and cognitive function. Our stroke experts treat more than 1,000 patients each year and provide consultation for hundreds of others through the UPMC Stroke Telemedicine Program.
We specialize in understanding the health care needs of women with neurological conditions. Our neurology experts help patients manage these conditions during pregnancy and other life events.
Our programs are staffed by experts in subspecialty neurology who develop individualized treatment plans tailored to your specific needs. You may also be invited to participate in a clinical trial when appropriate.
When you choose UPMC for neurology services, you will receive:
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