Quality neurological care, close to home
Your nervous system powers everything you do — from movement and memory to sleep and stress. When it’s healthy, your whole body works better. But when something doesn’t seem quite right, our neurologists can help.
Conditions we care for
Our neurologists offer expert neurological care for a wide range of conditions, including:
- Degenerative diseases, such as Parkinson’s
- Dementias, such as Alzheimer’s disease
- Brain and spinal cord injuries
- Seizure disorders, such as epilepsy
- Headache disorders
- Huntington’s disease
- Multiple sclerosis
- Muscular dystrophy
- Nervous system disorders
- Neurobehavioral and memory disorders
- Pediatric neurology
- Sleep disorders
Tests and treatment options
To support your care, our state-of-the-art tests and treatment options include:
- Amyloid-targeted infusion therapy for mild cognitive impairment to Alzheimer's disease
- Botox® for migraines and muscle or eyelid spasms
- Carotid and other major blood vessel ultrasounds (head and neck)
- CT scan
- EEG (a test that measures the brain’s electrical activity)
- EMG (a test to see how nerves and muscles work together)
- MRA (a test that takes images of blood vessels)
- MRI (a test that uses a magnetic field to create detailed images of body tissues)
- Medication treatments, including IV infusion therapy for neurologic conditions such as multiple sclerosis
- Neurological evaluation
- Pediatric neurology
Neurology FAQ
Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), also known as Lou Gehrig’s disease, is a progressive neurological disorder that affects the nerve cells that control voluntary muscle movements. It can impair walking, speaking, swallowing and breathing.
Common symptoms of ALS include:
- Difficulty speaking or swallowing
- Muscle weakness
- Respiratory issues
- Twitching
Treatment for ALS includes:
- Assistive devices
- Medications
- Respiratory support
- Multidisciplinary care in areas like pulmonology and nutrition
Alzheimer's disease is a progressive neurological condition that can cause memory loss, confusion and difficulty with language and problem-solving.
There is no cure for Alzheimer’s, but it can be treated with:
- Cognitive therapy
- Lifestyle support
- Medications
Many neurological disorders can cause balance problems. Some of the most common ones include:
- Benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV)
- Cerebellar ataxia
- Dementia, including Alzheimer’s disease
- Huntington’s disease
- Multiple sclerosis (MS)
- Normal pressure hydrocephalus (NPH)
- Parkinson’s disease
- Stroke
- Vestibular disorders
Epilepsy is a chronic neurological disorder characterized by recurrent, unprovoked seizures caused by abnormal electrical activity in the brain. It affects people of all ages and can vary widely in severity and type.
Symptoms of epilepsy include:
- Loss of consciousness
- Shaking
- Temporary confusion
Treatments for epilepsy include:
- Antiseizure medication
- Ketogenic diet (in some cases)
- Neurosurgery (for drug-resistant epilepsy)
- Vagus nerve stimulation
A migraine is a neurological condition that causes intense, throbbing or pulsing pain. This pain is usually on one side of the head and often lasts 4 to 72 hours. It can be accompanied by other symptoms including nausea and sensitivity to light or sound.
Treatment for migraines includes:
- Botox injections
- Infusion therapies
- Lifestyle changes to help minimize triggers
- Oral medications
Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic autoimmune disease that affects the central nervous system, specifically the brain and spinal cord. It occurs when the immune system mistakenly attacks the protective covering of nerve fibers. This disrupts communication between the brain and body.
Symptoms of MS include:
- Bowel or bladder dysfunction
- Coordination or balance issues
- Fatigue
- Numbness or tingling
- Vision changes
- Weakness
Treatments for MS include:
- Corticosteroids for flare-ups
- Disease-modifying therapies (infusion medications like ocrelizumab or natalizumab—to help reduce disease progression)
- Physical therapy to support strength and mobility
- Symptom management
Parkinson’s disease is a progressive neurological disorder that mostly affects movement but can also impact cognition, mood and autonomic functions.
Common symptoms of Parkinson's include:
- Balance issues
- Slow movement
- Stiffness
- Tremors
There is no cure for Parkinson’s, but symptoms can be treated with:
- Medications
- Physical and occupational therapy
- Surgical and radiological interventions (deep brain stimulation, high intensity focused ultrasound)
A stroke is a serious medical emergency that occurs when the blood supply to part of the brain is interrupted or reduced, preventing brain tissue from getting oxygen and nutrients. This can lead to brain damage, disability or death if not treated quickly.
Know F.A.S.T. stroke warning signs:
F – Face drooping
- Is one side of the face drooping or numb?
- To check, ask the person to smile.
A – Arm weakness
- Is one arm weak or numb?
- Ask the person to raise both arms. Does one drift downward?
S – Speech difficulty
- Is speech slurred, hard to understand or completely absent?
- Ask the person to repeat a simple sentence.
T – Time to call 911
- If these conditions are present, call 911 immediately.
Stroke symptoms include:
- Dizziness
- Speech difficulty
- Sudden weakness
- Vision loss
Treatments for stroke include:
- Clot-busting drugs (thrombolytic for ischemic stroke)
- Medications such as antiplatelet agents and statins
- Neurosurgery (thrombectomy)
- Neurovascular interventions (clot retrieval procedures)
- Optimizing stroke risk factors (hypertension, diabetes and high cholesterol)
- Rehabilitation (speech therapy, physical therapy or occupational therapy)
Helpful resources
Article
Headache vs. migraine: How to tell the difference
Here's how to tell what's causing your pain and finally feel better.
Article
Mild cognitive impairment: Signs and prevention
Spotting the signs of early memory loss can help you get the treatment you need to slow further cognitive impairment.
Article
How to care for someone with Alzheimer’s disease – while still caring for yourself
Being a caregiver can be a difficult task, but there are ways to care for yourself while still prioritizing your loved one.
Optum Medical Care, P.C., Optum Medical Care of New Jersey, P.C. and Optum Urgent Care, PLLC (collectively “Optum Medical Care”) are physician-led organizations (the “Practice”). The Practice retains full authority over all medical decision-making and patient care. Optum provides administrative and clinical support services to the Practice. Optum does not control or direct the clinical judgment, methods, or standards of physicians or other licensed professionals. Where indicated, “Part of Optum” means the Practice is managed or owned, where permitted by law, by Optum and participates in Optum’s efforts to support physician practices in helping patients live healthier lives.
Optum is a registered trademark of Optum, Inc. in the U.S. and other jurisdictions. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Optum is an equal opportunity employer.