General neurologists are often the first point of contact for patients with problems of the central nervous system. University of Florida general neurologists at Shands at UF are recognized for quality in diagnosing and treating nervous system disorders and combine patient care with advanced technology to examine the workings of the brain and spine.

UF neurologists diagnose and treat the full spectrum of neurological disorders, including:

• weakness
• headaches
• numbness
• tremor
• memory loss
• seizures

As part of a neurologic exam, neurologists look at:

• the nerves of the head and neck
• muscle strength and movement
• balance
• ambulation
• reflexes
• sensation
• memory
• speech and language

Diagnosis

• computed axial tomography, or CAT scan  
• MRI (magnetic resonance imaging)
• MRA(magnetic resonance angiography)
• lumbar puncture, or spinal tap
• EEG (electroencephalography)
• EMG/NCV (electromyography/nerve conduction velocity)

Information

For more information or to schedule a new patient appointment, please call the Shands HealthCare Consultation Center at (800) 749-7424 or (352) 265-8000.

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Make an Appointment

To make a new patient appointment or find out more information about neurology services offered at Shands at the University of Florida, please call 352.265.0943 .

You may also email our Consultation Center (consult@shands.ufl.edu) or use our secure online form.