Neuropathic Pain Center - Grand Island, NE
Grand Island Neurologist Doctors for Neuropathic PainType of Physician: Neurologist What is a Neurologist? A certification by the Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. Practitioners focus on the diagnosis and treatment of disease or impaired function of the brain, spinal cord, muscles, and nervous system, as well as the blood vessels that relate to these structures. The neurologist is often the primary doctor but also serves as a consultant to other doctors and may provide all levels of care, including the continuing care of outpatients and inpatients. The neurologist will often perform and interpret tests that relate to the nervous system or muscles. Specialty: Neurology Common Name: Neurologist Doctors in Grand Island * Grand Island Specialty Clinic  Grand Island Specialty Clinic  Central Nebraska Neurology  Central Nebraska Neurology  Andrew M Saw MD  Platte Valley Medical Group  Faith Regional Neurology Svcs  C Robert Adams MD Grand Island, NebraskaUpcoming Local Events2013-05-24
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Neuropathic PainIntroductionNeuropathic pain is a complex, chronic pain state that usually is accompanied by tissue injury. With neuropathic pain, the nerve fibers ... Other Related Neuropathic Pain ArticlesEmergency Contact for Grand Island
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