Neurology


What is neurology?

Neurology is a medical specialism that deals mainly with diseases of the brain, the spinal cord and the nerves, such as migraines, epilepsy and carpal tunnel syndrome, and even headaches, double vision and loss of strength in one arm. Neurologists often treat muscular disorders too.

Neurology in a nutshell

  • Neurology deals with diseases of the brain, the spinal cord and the nerves.
  • A neurologist first tries to establish a diagnosis and subsequently treat it.
  • The neurologists at DC Klinieken are also specialised in treating headaches such as migraines, tension headaches and trigeminal neuralgia (facial pain).

Neurology at DC Klinieken

A neurologist first tries to establish a diagnosis and subsequently treat it. At DC Klinieken you always come to the consultation hours first. What can you expect?

 

  • Neurology consultation hours: the neurologist will discuss the nature of your symptoms with you, and if necessary will conduct a physical assessment.
  • MRI or CT-scan: the neurologist can decide to do an MRI or CT-scan. These tests can usually be done at DC Klinieken on the same day.
  • Medication: the neurologist may also decide to prescribe you medication. He would do this in consultation with your GP.

Locations

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Headache centres

The neurologists at DC Klinieken are also specialised in treating headaches. As the largest chain in the country, DC Klinieken presently has 10 recognised headache centres throughout the Netherlands. Patients can come to the centres for different types of headaches, such as:

 

 

Insurance coverage

Neurology at DC Klinieken falls under basic insurance, which means it is fully covered by your health insurer if you have a referral from your GP or specialist. Do not forget to take your deductible into account.

Practical information

Do you want to make an appointment for neurology? You can do this via the website or by telephone. Important: you will first need a referral from your GP or specialist.   You can call us at the following times:
Day From Till
Monday 8:00h 20:00h
Tuesday 8:00h 20:00h
Wednesday 8:00h 20:00h
Thursday 8:00h 20:00h
Friday 8:00h 18:00h
Saturday 9:00h 13:00h
Sunday Closed Closed
  Do you have to cancel unexpectedly? You must cancel your appointment no later than 24 hours in advance. If you miss the appointment or cancel too late, you will be charged.  

Your appointment

You can also make an appointment by phone. Please call our Service- and Information Center via 088 0100 900.

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