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title: "Neurology services at Sutter Health"
description: "Sutter's neurology and neurosurgery services offer personalized diagnostics, treatments and compassionate care for adults and children with neurological disorders."
url: "https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/neurology"
---

1.  [Home](https://www.sutterhealth.org/) /
2.  [Services](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services) /
3.  Neurology services

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# Neurology

When you’re living with a neurological condition like epilepsy or dementia or recovering from a stroke, your quality of life depends on comprehensive care. 

[Find a Doctor](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider-results?facets=%5B%7B%22i%22%3A%22acceptingNewPatients%22%2C%22v%22%3A%5Btrue%5D%7D%2C%7B%22i%22%3A%22c_providerSpecialties.specialty.name%22%2C%22v%22%3A%5B%22Neurology%22%5D%7D%5D&verticalKey=healthcare_professionals)

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## Why choose Sutter?

Slowing the progression of Alzheimer's. Managing seizures so you can confidently run your daily errands. This is what advanced neurologic care looks like. When you or a loved one needs help, we have your back. Your care team — including top neurologists, neurosurgeons and rehabilitation specialists — builds a plan entirely around you, from diagnosis through ongoing support.

We use advanced imaging, minimally invasive procedures and the latest therapies for memory, movement and seizure disorders to help you live better. And with telehealth and our 24/7 telestroke program, our experts are always within reach.

We don't stop there. Through our research and clinical trials, we bring new therapies directly to you, including breakthrough treatments for Alzheimer’s and epilepsy.

## By the numbers

### 100+

neurologists

deliver trusted care across prevention, diagnosis and recovery.

### 3

epilepsy centers

help manage complex neurological conditions with advanced monitoring and care.

### 17

certified stroke centers

offer nationally recognized stroke care, including thrombectomy and telestroke services.

### 2

memory care centers

provide premier, comprehensive care for patients with dementia.

## Need a referral?

Chat live with our team Monday through Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm, or call us at [888-834-1788](tel:+18888341788).

[Request a referral](https://www.sutterhealth.org/referrals)

## Conditions

-   Alzheimer's disease
-   [Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS)](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/amyotrophic-lateral-sclerosis-als)
-   [Autism spectrum disorder](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/autism)
-   Autoimmune disease
-   Balance disorder
-   [Dementia](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/dementia)
-   [Epilepsy](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/comprehensive-epilepsy-care)
-   Frontotemporal dementia
-   Head and neck trauma
-   [Headache](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/headache-migraine-care)
-   Lewy body dementia
-   Memory disorders
-   [Multiple sclerosis](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/multiple-sclerosis)
-   Muscle Weakness
-   [Neurovascular Disorders](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/stroke-and-neurovascular-care)
-   [Parkinson's disease](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/parkinsons-tremor-and-movement-disorder-care)
-   [Peripheral Nerve Disorders](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/neuromuscular-and-peripheral-nerve-disorders)
-   Spasticity
-   [Stroke](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/stroke-and-neurovascular-care)
-   [Tarlov cyst](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/tarlov-cysts)

## Diagnostics

-   3T Tesla MRI
-   Cerebral Angiogram
-   Cerebrovascular Ultrasound
-   CT Scan of the Head and Face
-   Electromyography
-   Evoked Potential Testing
-   Functional MRI
-   Lumbar puncture
-   Nerve Biopsy
-   Nerve Conduction Studies

## Treatments

-   Advanced Radiosurgery
-   Corpus Callosotomy
-   Deep Brain Stimulation
-   Gamma Knife Stereotactic Radiosurgery
-   [Infusion centers](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/infusion-centers)
-   Interventional Neuroradiology
-   Laser Ablation
-   Medication management
-   MR-Guided Focused Ultrasound
-   Neuropsychology
-   Responsive Neurostimulator
-   Skull base surgery
-   Stent Retriever
-   Vagus Nerve Stimulation

Specialty programs

**Brain Health Centers**

The Ray Dolby Brain Health Center at CPMC in San Francisco and the Sutter Neuroscience Institute Memory Clinic in Sacramento have integrated, multidisciplinary teams that includes physicians, nurse practitioners, social workers, neuropsychologists, medical assistants and administrators. Each team member contributes to the care of every patient and family who is treated for cognitive impairment or dementia at our centers. The Ray Dolby Brain Health Center also collaborates with the Alzheimer’s Association of Northern California to provide additional care and resources to our patients and their families.

Patients benefit from advanced diagnostics, rehabilitation, research and clinical trials, psychological and social support, and community resources. Excellent care doesn’t just mean access to top specialists. The compassionate relationship our patients and families have with their providers is vital to complete care.

[Request Information](mailto:brainhealth@sutterhealth.org) or call [415-600-5555](tel:415-600-5555) for the Ray Dolby Brain Health Center at CPMC.

Call [888-287-2270](tel:888-287-2270) to learn more about Sutter Neuroscience Institute services in Sacramento.

**Forbes Norris MDA/ALS Research and Treatment Center**

The Forbes Norris MDA/ALS Research and Treatment Center in San Francisco provides comprehensive muscular dystrophy and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) diagnostic and treatment services. Our multidisciplinary team provides the care necessary to allow you to live your life with dignity and supports you and your family throughout your illness. Our experienced, knowledgeable staff is committed to providing outstanding care to effectively manage all aspects of your condition.

We’re one of the largest ALS clinical research centers in the United States, an ALS Association Certified Treatment Center of Excellence, and one of six national Muscular Dystrophy Association ALS Centers dedicated to ALS and muscular dystrophy treatment.

Our patients participate in cutting-edge clinical trials seeking new ways to slow the progression of neuromuscular disease. Additionally, we’re working on bringing the latest molecular biological findings about motor nerve cells directly from the laboratory bench to the bedside. The courage and dignity of our ALS families inspires us to work even harder to keep hope alive.

Call [415-600-3604](tel:\(415\)%20600-3604) for more information.

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## Advancing the future of neurologic care

Through research and clinical trials, we're uncovering safer, more effective treatments for complex neurological conditions. This ensures you always have access to the latest breakthroughs in care.

[View research](https://www.sutterhealth.org/research-search-results?facets=%7B%22c_researchTopics.name%22%3A%7B%224%22%3A%7B%22value%22%3A%22Neurological+Disorders%22%2C%22matcher%22%3A%22%24eq%22%7D%2C%226%22%3A%7B%22value%22%3A%22ALS%22%2C%22matcher%22%3A%22%24eq%22%7D%2C%227%22%3A%7B%22value%22%3A%22Alzheimer%27s+Disease%22%2C%22matcher%22%3A%22%24eq%22%7D%2C%2210%22%3A%7B%22value%22%3A%22MS+%28Multiple+Sclerosis%29%22%2C%22matcher%22%3A%22%24eq%22%7D%2C%2254%22%3A%7B%22value%22%3A%22Parkinson%27s+Disease%22%2C%22matcher%22%3A%22%24eq%22%7D%7D%7D&query=%22Neurological+Disorders%22&verticalKey=clinical_trial)

## Sutter spotlight

Health & wellness

### [Four Health Numbers You Should Know](https://www.sutterhealth.org/health/four-health-numbers-you-should-know)

Learn the four basic numbers you should know to assess your health.

Health & wellness

### [Your Checklist for a Better Night's Sleep](https://www.sutterhealth.org/health/your-checklist-for-a-better-nights-sleep)

Having trouble sleeping? Try these tips.

Health & wellness

### [How to Lower Your Risk of Dementia](https://www.sutterhealth.org/health/how-to-lower-your-risk-of-dementia)

Simple lifestyle changes now might protect you from dementia later in life. Learn how you can lower your risk.

## Patient stories

[View all stories](https://www.sutterhealth.org/patient-stories)

-   [Patient story
    
    ### From Pain to Possibility at East Bay Headache Clinic
    
    ](https://www.sutterhealth.org/patient-stories/from-pain-to-possibility-at-east-bay-headache-clinic-2037734966)
-   [Patient story
    
    ### Sutter Patient Advocates for MS Research and Clinical Trials
    
    ](https://www.sutterhealth.org/patient-stories/sutter-patient-advocates-for-ms-research-and-clinical-trials-2023563920)

[View all stories](https://www.sutterhealth.org/patient-stories)

## Find a doctor

Find your Sutter Health doctor.

[Find a doctor](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider)

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