Neuroscience at Ellis Hospital

Each year, hundreds of patients who suffer from neurological disorders and injuries, including stroke, brain trauma, epilepsy, sleep disorders and conditions of the neck and spine, are treated by experts in Ellis Hospital’s Department of Neuroscience.

Our Neuroscience team consists of neurologists, neurosurgeons, neuroscience physician assistants, neuroscience nurses, neuroradiologists and neuro technicians who specialize in treating a wide range of neurological disorders.

What sets Ellis’ Neuroscience Services apart?

• New York State Designated Stroke Center
• Neuroscience Intensive Care Unit
• Nurses with advanced neuroscience certifications
• 64 Slice CT scanner - for rapid testing
• MRI/MRA
• Neuro Diagnostic Laboratory
• Minimally invasive spine surgery, which speeds recovery
• Neurology Clinic which serves Medicaid and uninsured patients
• Neurophysiology - EMGs, ENGs

Our Neuroscience physicians also specialize in treating outpatients with:

• Epilepsy & Seizure Disorders
• Stroke and Cerebrovascular Diseases
• Neuropathies and Neuromuscular Diseases
• Sleep Disorders
• Restless Leg Syndrome
• Parkinson’s Disease & Movement Disorders
• Headaches
• Alzheimer’s Disease & Dementias
• Carpal Tunnel
• Disc Problems, Neck & Back Disorders

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Ellis Awards

Cardiac Care Award
Patient Safety Award
Stroke Award