Neurology

Torrance Memorial Physician Network Neurology is your full service outpatient neurology practice located in the South Bay. We are closely allied with Torrance Memorial Medical Center, which combines the expertise of its neurosurgeons, and recognized orthopedic and spine specialists.

Our board certified neurologists specialize in diagnosing and treating patients affected by neurological conditions like epilepsy, multiple sclerosis, dementia, movement disorders, migraine headaches, and neuromuscular disease. Our experts offer consultation, evaluation, and treatment for management of your condition. We work with
patients, their families, primary care providers and other specialists to ensure that each patient has optimal care.

When first diagnosed with a neurologic disorder affecting the brain, spinal cord, peripheral nerves, or muscles, it can be a scary proposition. Our neurologists will work with you to create an appropriate treatment plan, and provide you with the resources to improve your quality of life.

Common neurologic disorders we treat include:

• ALS, myasthenia gravis, and other neuromuscular disorders
• Alzheimer's disease and other dementias
• Brain and spinal cord injuries
• Dizziness and vertigo
• Epilepsy (seizures)
• Migraine headaches
• Multiple sclerosis
• Parkinson's disease
• Peripheral nerve disorders
• Stroke

Treatments, Therapies and Services

Torrance Memorial Physician Network neurologists are dedicated to providing comprehensive neurological care. To assist in your diagnosis and treatment, it may be necessary for our neurologist to conduct one or more of the following:

Botox Injections for Movement Disorders and Migraines

Torrance Memorial Physician Network neurologists skillfully provide Botox ® injections to treat a variety of disorders that result in abnormal postures or movements, and migraines.

Botox is the brand name of a neurotoxin that is injected under the skin with a small needle to help an overactive muscle relax by blocking a neurotransmitter (acetylcholine). Botox does not permanently deactivate muscles; repeat treatments are typically needed every three months.

Electroencephalography (EEG)

An electroencephalogram detects abnormalities in the brain waves or electrical activity of the brain and is used to diagnose disorders like a brain tumor, stroke, epilepsy or another seizure disorder.

Electromyography (EMG)

Electromyography (EMG) is a diagnostic procedure used to assess the health of muscles and the nerve cells that control them (motor neurons).

Nerve Conduction Studies (NCV)

Nerve conduction studies are used to determine nerve damage and destruction to help diagnose nerve disorders like carpal tunnel syndrome and Guillain-Barré syndrome.

Lumbar Puncture (LP)

Lumbar puncture, also known as a spinal tap, can help diagnose serious infections like meningitis; other disorders of the central nervous system, like Guillain-Barre syndrome and multiple sclerosis; or cancers of the brain or spinal cord. Sometimes doctors use lumbar puncture to inject anesthetic medications or chemotherapy drugs into the
cerebrospinal fluid.

Neurological Imaging Services: MRI, CT/CAT and Ultrasound

Neurological imaging is used to diagnose, detect, and monitor diseases, disorders and conditions like tumors, fractures, cancer and infections.