Diagnosis and Treatment Overview
Board-certified neurologists at Santa Rosa Medical Center use diagnostic imaging and neuromuscular testing techniques to help diagnose neurological conditions. This technology can detect neurological damage at its earliest stages, providing the best opportunity for successful treatment. This technology may also help prevent future damage from other complications.
The health care professionals at Santa Rosa Medical Center offer a range of diagnostic imaging and testing techniques to patients, including:
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Angiogram – an X-ray test that uses a special dye and camera to take pictures of the blood flow in an artery or vein in the head, arms, legs, chest, back or abdomen.
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Computerized tomography (CT or CAT) – an imaging procedure that uses an X-ray to create a detailed picture of the inside of the body.
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Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) – an imaging test that uses a magnetic field and pulses or radio waves to create a picture of the inside structure of the body.
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Positron emission tomography (PET) and PET/CT – an imaging scan that shows how your tissues and organs are functioning by using a tracer to create a 3D image of the inside of the body
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Neuromuscular testing – a diagnostic procedure used to assess the health of your muscles and the nerves that control the muscles. This test is often used to test motor skills.
Treating Neurologic Conditions
In addition to detecting and diagnosing neurologic conditions as early as possible, the neurologic care team also works to provide treatment for acute and chronic conditions.
The neurology care team includes neurologists, neurosurgeons, specialized nurses and other health care professionals who are dedicated to providing quality medical care that spans all of the way from diagnosis through recovery, with a range of rehabilitation services.
Conditions treated by the neurologic care team at Santa Rosa Medical Center may include:
- Alzheimer's disease and dementia care
- Neurodegenerative diseases, such as ALS, Huntington's and Parkinson's disease
- Brain cancers and benign brain tumors
- Chronic pain and headaches
- Head and spine trauma and chronic spine conditions
- Multiple sclerosis (MS)
- Seizure disorders and epilepsy
- Sleep disorders
- Strokes, aneurysms and other vascular conditions
Surgical Procedures
The board-certified neurosurgeons at Santa Rosa Medical Center perform complex surgical procedures for brain and spinal cord conditions. Some surgical capabilities include:
- Non-invasive radiosurgery
- Minimally invasive options
- Intraoperative monitoring to prevent damage during surgery
Find a Neurosurgeon Near You In Milton, FL
If you have concerns about a potential neurological condition – or have already been diagnosed and would like to speak to a doctor at Santa Rosa Medical Center – please call (850) 626-7762.