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Neurology

At Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, highly skilled neurologists in various specialties deliver treatments that bring healing and support to make your life easier.

Neurology at Virginia Mason Franciscan Health: Why choose us?

Our board-certified neurologists are in locations throughout the Puget Sound. We are among the few programs in the Pacific Northwest delivering advanced neurological tests and treatments. These are some of the many reasons patients place their trust in our neurology team.

Our neurological disorder specialties

Neurologists at Virginia Mason Franciscan Health specialize in many areas of expertise, including:

  • We have one of the few programs in the Pacific Northwest that delivers comprehensive services for memory disorders like Alzheimer’s disease. Behavioral neurologists and neuropsychologists perform sophisticated assessments that lead to an accurate diagnosis. Learn more about dementia and memory loss care.

  • Our team includes doctors with advanced epilepsy training (epileptologists). We pinpoint the cause of seizure spells and tailor treatments to your individual needs. Get more information about epilepsy and seizure disorder care.

  • Get relief from headache pain and other symptoms from neurologists specializing in headache disorders. We are among the few programs in the region offering botulinum toxin for migraine and other advanced treatment options. Find out more about headache disorder care.

  • Our movement disorder neurologists use leading methods and work with other experts to help you reach your treatment goals. We offer sophisticated tests, deep brain stimulation (DBS) and a range of neurorehabilitation services. Explore movement disorder care.

  • We are a regional leader in multiple sclerosis care. We maintain recognition from the National Multiple Sclerosis Society for our commitment to best practices and excellent outcomes. Find out more about our Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Center.

  • Virginia Mason Franciscan Health offers a broad range of treatments that may slow neuromuscular disease progression and ease its impact on your abilities. You benefit from a team of specialists working together to deliver seamless services. Get more information about neuromuscular disease care.

  • These conditions may cause a stroke due to narrowing, blockages, and ruptures in the blood vessels supplying the brain. Our vascular neurologists and neurosurgeons with advanced training deliver lifesaving procedures. People come to us from great distances for preventive care and ongoing monitoring. Learn more about neurovascular disease care.

  • Our pain medicine doctors use many evidence-based pain management treatments, including nonopioid medications, interventional procedures and other alternative therapies. We aim to help you achieve your pain management goals while minimizing the risks associated with long-term opioid use. Get more information about our pain medicine services.

  • We are among a select number of health systems in the Pacific Northwest capable of handling any type of stroke. Our specially trained doctors and nurses deliver prompt treatment and comprehensive recovery services. Read more about our nationally recognized stroke centers.

  • Our general neurologists offer a depth of experience in conditions like headaches, seizures and memory loss. And they’re available in convenient locations throughout the Puget Sound. If you need further testing or advanced treatments, they can refer you to additional specialists. Learn more about general neurology care.

  • Our neuropsychologists offer in-depth assessments to pinpoint the cause and severity of cognitive issues. You may benefit from neuropsychology testing if you are showing signs or complications of dementia, memory loss or Parkinson’s disease. We also use testing to determine the appropriateness of advanced treatments, like deep brain stimulation. Find out more about neuropsychology testing.

Find a specialist

Our specialists care for patients across the Puget Sound area and beyond. Find a neurologist near you.