Neurology& Neurosciences
Clinical Program (Patient Care)
DEPARTMENT OF NEUROSCIENCES
CLINICAL PROGRAMS
The Department of Neurosciences is committed to excellence in patient care
services, health promotion and disease prevention. The department is involved
in both primary and tertiary care activities as demonstrated through the wide
range of services at University Hospital , the VA Medical Center and on an as
needed/arranged basis at other major affiliates in North Jersey .
The following services/centers are available in suite 8100 of the Doctor's Office
Center (DOC) as part of the Comprehensive Neurological Care Center :
General Neurology
(973) 972-2550
The Department of Neurosciences provides diagnosis, evaluation, treatment and extended management for a comprehensive range of suspected and confirmed neurological disorders in adults and children. The department treats patients with diseases of the brain, spinal cord, nerves or muscles.
Pediatric Neurology
Acting Chief, Child Neurology Division: Caroline Hayes-Rosen, MD
(973) 972-2922
The Pediatric Neurology division provides diagnosis and treatment for acute and chronic diseases, including headaches, mental retardation, central nervous system infections, degenerative diseases, seizure disorders, muscle disorders, neonatal complications, trauma, brain tumors, head injury, spina bifida, and neurology of AIDS. Evaluation of learning disabilities is also available.
For consultation and referrals, call (973)972-2550.
Attendings: Drs. Xue Ming and Jayoung Pak
Center for Neuromuscular Disorders, Electromyography
Director: Nizar Souayah
(973) 972-2922
The EMG laboratory performs routine and advanced nerve conduction studies and electromyography for neuromuscular disorders and disorders of motor control.
Multiple Sclerosis Diagnosis and Treatment Center
Director: Stuart D. Cook, MD
(973) 972-2550
The Multiple Sclerosis Diagnosis and Treatment Center provides diagnosis and treatment services for patients with known or suspected multiple sclerosis. Eligible patients may enroll in experimental treatment protocols.
For consultation and referrals call (973) 972-2550.
Attendings: Stephen Kamin, MD. Andrew Pachner, MD, Machteld Hillen MD
Muscular Dystrophy Center
Director: Jennifer Michaels, MD
(973) 972-7151
The Muscular Dystrophy Center is partially supported by the Muscular Dystrophy Association. It provides diagnostic evaluation and treatment for patients with known or suspected neuromuscular diseases. Congenital, hereditary or acquired muscle disorders, myasthenia gravis and amyotropic lateral sclerosis (ALS) are among the disorders treated at the Center.
For consultations and referrals call (973)972-7151.
Neuro-Electro-Diagnostic Laboratories
The Neuro-Electro-Diagnostic Laboratory performs routine EEG, sleep studies, and evoked potentials for infants, children and adults.
To speak with one of the co-directors call (973) 972-6465.
Neurofibromatosis Center
Co-Directors: Stephen
Kamin, MD and Caroline Hayes-Rosen MD, PhD
(973) 972-2550
The Neurofibromatosis (NF) Center treats patients with NF1 and NF2, along with children and adults with other neuro cutaneous disorders (Tuberous Sclerosis, Sturge-Wever, etc.) The Center's multidisciplinary staff include representation from pediatric and adult neurology, genetics, ophthalmology, and orthopedic surgery. MRI, EEG and other neuroradiologic tools are available.
For consultation and referrals call (973) 972-2550.
Neurooncology Center
Director: Stephen
Kamin, MD
(973) 972-2550
The Neurooncology Center provides diagnosis and treatment of patients with known or suspected tumors of the nervous system, including primary and metastatic tumors of the brain and spinal cord. The Center also provides evaluation and treatment for the neurological complications of systemic cancer.
For consultations and referrals call (973) 972-2550.
New
Jersey Comprehensive Epilepsy Center
Co-Director: David
Marks, MD
Co-Director: Jayoung Pak, MD
The Epilepsy Center provides comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment and management of both pediatric and adult patients. In addition, patients can enroll in drug studies and may be evaluated for epilepsy surgery.
For consultations and referrals call (973) 972-2550.
Stroke
Center
Andrea Hidalgo, MD, Director (973) 972-7852
The Stoke Center integrates multiple disciplines in the care of stroke patients,
including cardiology, neurosurgery, vascular surgery, nursing, physical speech
and occupational therapies, nutrition, and social work services.
For consultations and referrals call (973) 972-2550