McLeod Regional Medical Center September 2, 2022
Dr. Nicole Hogan and Dr. Christopher Zust Join McLeod Neurological Associates
Dr. Nicole Hogan
McLeod Neurologist
For patients needing the services of a neurologist, my husband, Dr. Christopher Zust, and I have dedicated Dr. Deborah Kirby, Dr. Roland Skinner, and Physician Assistant Charlotte Hannah to provide care at McLeod. cooperated. Neurology Associates.
Dr. Zust and I graduated from Wright State University Boonshoft School of Medicine in Dayton, Ohio. He then completed his neurology residency at the University of South Carolina/Prisma Health in Columbia, SC. After my residency, I continued my training by completing a fellowship program. I completed an Epilepsy Fellowship at University Hospitals/Case Western Reserve University and Dr. Zust completed a Neuromuscular Fellowship at the Cleveland Clinic.
A Neuromuscular fellowship provided Dr. Zust with additional training in the clinical diagnosis and management of neuromuscular disorders. The Epilepsy Fellowship provided me with additional training and education in diagnosing and managing different types of seizures.
Epilepsy is a brain disorder characterized by recurrent seizures without a cause. Epilepsy is not uncommon and can occur as a single condition or in conjunction with other conditions that affect the brain, such as cerebral palsy, Alzheimer’s disease, or traumatic brain injury.
Epilepsy is most common in children and the elderly, but can occur at any age. People with a family history of epilepsy may be at increased risk of developing seizure disorders.
If a family doctor suspects epilepsy in a patient, they can refer the patient to one of four McLeod Neurological Associates neurologists.
One test used to help manage patients with suspected epilepsy is an electroencephalogram (EEG). This test uses painless electrodes on the scalp to record electrical activity in the brain.
Patients are prescribed treatment based on the type of seizure and other medical conditions. Drug therapy is the most common treatment. The goal of McLeod Neurological Associates physicians is to work with patients to find the right treatment plan so they can live a seizure-free life.
Epilepsy is just one of the neurological disorders our team treats. There are several neuromuscular disorders for which a doctor can refer a patient to a neurologist.
Neuromuscular diseases affect muscle function due to problems with nerves and muscles in the body. The most common symptom of these disorders is muscle weakness.
Common muscle disorders treated by doctors at McLeod Neurological Associates include:
- carpal tunnel syndrome
- muscular dystrophy
- myasthenia gravis
Neuromuscular diseases usually have problems with the way the nervous system communicates with the muscles. This causes cramps, spasms, pain, muscle weakness, and impaired movement.
Diagnosis begins with a simple clinical observation from your doctor looking for loss of muscle mass and/or tone. may take place. More advanced tests such as electromyography (EMG) can also be performed to help clarify the diagnosis of certain neuromuscular disorders.
Although many neuromuscular disorders have no cure, they can be effectively managed and treated. By working with physicians at McLeod Neurological Associates, you can improve your symptoms, increase your mobility, and improve your quality of life.
Dr. Nicole Hogan and Dr. Christopher Zust are board-certified neurologists who treat patients at McLeod Neurological Associates, Suite 220, 800 E. Cheves Street, Florence’s new location. It treats a wide range of neurological disorders, including multiple sclerosis, Parkinson’s disease, and seizures. Dr. Hogan and Dr. Zust are accepting new patients through physician referrals.
