What We Do
SGMC Health’s Neurology team evaluates and treats conditions that affect the brain, spine, nerves, and muscles. We combine compassionate care with advanced diagnostics to help patients understand symptoms, find answers, and access the right treatment.
Common Conditions We Treat
- Stroke and TIA
- Seizures and epilepsy
- Headache and migraine
- Neuropathy and nerve disorders
- Movement disorders (e.g., tremor, Parkinson’s)
- Cognitive and memory concerns (in collaboration with Memory Care)
- Neuromuscular conditions
- Many other neurological conditions including multiple sclerosis, pediatric neurology, neuro-ophthalmology, and sleep neurology
Our Approach
- Expert neurology consultation and care planning
- Evidence‑based guidelines and standardized pathways
- Access to neurodiagnostic testing (EEG, EMG/NCS) supported by an AANEM‑accredited electrodiagnostic program, reflecting quality and reliability of testing
- Coordination with stroke services, inpatient neurohospitalists, and rehabilitation as needed; SGMC’s stroke program leadership underscores a systemwide focus on best practice care and rapid treatment when stroke is suspected
Care Team
Neurologists, neurohospitalists, neurodiagnostic technologists, advanced practice providers, and care coordinators work together to guide diagnosis and treatment; inpatient neurology expertise includes a dedicated neurohospitalists program for hospitalized patients
- Neurology
- Neurodiagnostics
- Hospital-based neurohospitalist support
Memory Care
SGMC Health provides comprehensive evaluation and support for patients experiencing memory loss, confusion, or cognitive changes. Our Memory Care services focus on early identification, accurate diagnosis, compassionate education, and connection to the right specialty resources.
Common Conditions We Treat
- Memory loss or forgetfulness
- Confusion or disorientation
- Cognitive slowing or decline
- Behavioral or personality changes
- Difficulty performing daily tasks
- Suspected dementia or Alzheimer’s disease
How We Treat
Our team blends neurological expertise with comprehensive diagnostic tools to help determine the cause of memory changes and guide next steps.
- Medical history and symptom review
- Cognitive screening
- Neurology consultation when indicated
- Neurodiagnostic studies (EEG, brain imaging & other specialized studies, etc.) performed in collaboration with SGMC’s neurodiagnostic services
- Referral to psychiatry when behavioral or mood components are present
Partnership With Georgia Memory Net (GMN)
SGMC Health works closely with regional specialists and state programs such as Georgia Memory Net to ensure patients have access to advanced diagnostic resources, neurocognitive testing, and coordinated care planning when needed.
When to Seek Help
- New or worsening forgetfulness
- Repeating questions or stories
- Getting lost or misplacing items frequently
- Personality or behavior changes
- Difficulty managing bills, medications, or daily routines
- Family concerns about safety or independence
Our Team
- Board certified neurologists, neurohospitalists, and advanced practice providers
- SGMC Psychiatry team—support for behavioral and cognitive‑related mental health concerns