Department of Neurology

The Department of Neurology provides care to patients with diseases of the brain, spinal cord, peripheral nervous system, and muscle-related diseases and conditions utilising state-of-the-art technology and a world-class medical team. It includes the following disciplines:

• Clinical Psychology
• Cerebrovascular Diseases (Stroke) Centre
• Epilepsy Centre
• Headache Service
• Movement Disorders and Gait Service
• Neuromuscular Service
• Comprehensive Neuro Rehabilitation
• Clinical Neurophysiology Laboratory
• Speech Therapy
• Sleep Medicine
• Paediatric Neurology

Formally trained and experienced specialists are available for consultation and management of neuro behavioural and memory disorders, neuromuscular diseases, cerebrovascular disease, movement disorders, seizure disorders, headache, paediatric neurology and sleep disorders.

The Neurology Department provides:

• Compassionate, tertiary level, state-of-the-art medical care to patients with neurological diseases
• Comprehensive investigations of neurological disorders
• An environment conducive for basic and clinical research
• Training for neurological and rehabilitation doctors
• State-of-the-art diagnostic facilities

Diagnostic services include:

• Non-invasive vascular testing
• Magnetic resonance spectroscopy
• Functional magnetic resonance imaging
• Cerebral angiograph
• Nerve conduction study
• Electromyography (EMG)
• Electroencephalography (EEG)
• Poly sonnography (sleep study)

These imaging services offer capability for digital storage and facilities for remote site access.