Nationally recognized care for brain, spine and nerve disorders
Our
team of board-certified neurologists, surgeons and other specialists
can provide diagnosis and treatment of a wide range of conditions
that affect the brain and nervous system.
A
brain aneurysm occurs when part of an artery wall in the brain weakens and swells.
Symptoms include:
- Sudden, severe headache that is different from past headaches
- Confusion or loss of consciousness
- Severe neck pain
- Blurred vision
- Sensitivity to light
- Nausea with vomiting
- Seizures
If
you or a loved one experiences these symptoms, call 911 immediately.
If an aneurysm ruptures, it is a life-threatening medical emergency.
If
you have a brain tumor or neurological complications as a result of
other forms of cancer, you can rely on the team at Presbyterian Medical Center to
provide leading-edge, compassionate care.
A
blow to your head can cause a concussion, which often results in
headache,
confusion, dizziness or other symptoms that might show up right
away – or days or even weeks later. If the symptoms are pronounced, you
may want to visit our
emergency department
or a
Novant Health physician.
For
athletes, we recommend
baseline testing
so that if he or she ever has a concussion, we can more accurately assess
any damage.
At Presbyterian Medical Center, we can diagnose and care
for all types of headaches including migraines, cluster headaches
and tension headaches. If you’re age 50 or older and experience a new kind
headache you’ve never had before, consult a physician.
Back
and neck pain and other problems can have a significant impact on
your daily life. At Presbyterian Medical Center, we’re
here to help you on your journey back to good spine health.
We
have experience diagnosing and caring for people who suffer from
epilepsy and seizures, which occur because of surges of electrical
activity in the brain. We can help you achieve a better quality of
life. If you suffer from epilepsy or seizures, you may benefit from
an evaluation in our world-class
epilepsy monitoring unit.
Our
goal at Presbyterian Medical Center is
to give you an accurate diagnosis and offer personalized support to
help you and your family cope with your condition and maximize your
quality of life.
Our
physicians, nurses and technicians specialize in advanced imaging and
diagnostic tests for neurological disorders and injuries. You’ll
need a physician referral for most tests.
Pediatrics
Children
are susceptible to brain disorders such as aneurysms
and epilepsy; in addition to many developmental conditions, they
require special treatment. If your child needs help, Novant Health Hemby Children’s Hospital
may be able to provide it. For more information, call the hospital at
704-384-4021, or Novant Health Pediatric Neurology at 704-384-1390.
Treatment
For
more information about stroke, brain and spine care at Presbyterian Medical Center, call 704-384-4000. To find a
Novant Health neurologist, use our online directory or
call 704-384-CARE (2273).
Support
services
For
information on stroke and vascular diseases of the brain and spine,
explore our health library and
check out these
healthcare resources.