“What type of doctor should you see after a stroke?”
My friend had a stroke. What type of doctor should you see after a stroke?
5 Answers
Patients are often recommended to go to the Emergency Room for stroke symptoms. There are several doctors involved in stroke recovery. Neurology is an important part of the treatment team. Depending on the severity of the symptoms, the patient may also see a neuropsychologist to measure changes in thinking and behavior, a speech language pathologist to help with language or thinking changes, and physical and/or occupational therapists for physical and functional changes. These are just some of the doctors who are involved in stroke care. Definitely talk to your doctor to determine what services you need.
Dr. Juan Torres-Reveron
Neurosurgeon
A neurologist and a rehabilitation specialist
A neurologist would be the best doctor to consult with after a stroke
A physiatrist treats a wide variety of medical conditions affecting the brain,spinal cord,nerves,bones,joints,ligaments,muscles and tendons.
After having a stroke, your friend should follow up with a neurologist. They are the brain specialists.
