Get an Expert Opinion From a Leader in Neurology and Neurosurgery
Whether you have been recently diagnosed with a brain or spine condition, have been told you need surgery, or have a condition that is rare or difficult to treat, you should seek an opinion from an expert to ensure you’re getting the right treatment.
Northwestern Medicine is consistently recognized as a top destination in the nation for neurology and neurosurgery.* We have treated patients from nearly all 50 states and across the globe, and we are right here in Illinois.
Along with advanced resources, our team includes more than 150 specialists with expertise covering almost every brain and spine condition. Our approach places you at the center of your care team for treatment tailored to your needs.
We will help you make informed decisions about your care, and develop a treatment plan based on your specific condition, preferences and treatment goals.
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Northwestern Memorial Hospital is proud to be nationally ranked for neurology and neurosurgery.*
GET AN EXPERT OPINION
If you are interested in an expert opinion for a condition that does not involve your brain or spine, visit the Northwestern Medicine Second Opinions page.
After you complete the form, your first point of contact will be with our patient navigator, who will email or call you within days. The navigator will:
- Ask you basic questions about your diagnosis or recent treatments
- Help collect your medical records
- Help schedule your appointment
Your appointment will last about 1 hour. A nurse will review your medical history to learn about your condition. Then, you'll meet with a physician who specializes in your condition. They will:
- Ask you about your condition and how it impacts your life, and about any of the treatments you’ve received and their results.
- Offer treatment recommendations tailored to your specific needs.
You can take as much time as you need to review and consider your treatment plan. You do not need to make any more appointments unless you decide to move forward with our recommendation.
AREAS OF EXPERTISE
- Cognitive neurology and Alzheimer’s disease
- Comprehensive neurology
- Epilepsy and clinical neurophysiology
- Multiple sclerosis and neuroimmunology
- Neurogenetics
- Neuro-infectious disease and global neurology
- Neuromuscular diseases
- Neuro-otology
- Neurosurgery
- Parkinson’s disease and movement disorders
- Sleep medicine
- Spine surgery
- Stereotactic/functional neurosurgery
- Stroke and vascular neurology
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Access to Expert Neurology and Neurosurgical Care – Right Here in Illinois
To make an appointment, fill out the form below.
TOP 1% OF NEUROLOGY AND NEUROSURGERY PROGRAMS IN THE NATION*
WHAT SETS US APART
Expertise in complex conditions: Our physicians are leading experts in their fields, specializing in challenging conditions and rare diseases.
Innovative treatments: Our physician-scientists have pioneered novel therapies and established standards of care for neurological conditions.
Leading research impact: We’re dedicated to driving medical discovery and advancing treatments that enhance patients' quality of life. We offer more than 20 clinical trials, so you may have access to breakthrough treatments not yet widely available.
Comprehensive care: Having treated patients from across the U.S. and around the world, we’re a leading destination for neurological care. Here, we put patients first every step of the way, providing leading-edge care for the full range of neurological conditions.
* Northwestern Memorial Hospital, U.S. News & World Report, 2024 – 2025