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Neurosurgeons specialize in the diagnosis and surgical treatment of disorders of the brain and spine. At the Krembil Neuroscience Centre, there are 13 neurosurgeons on staff with extensive experience with treating brain tumors, epilepsy, Parkinson’s, facial pain, aneurysms, and spinal injuries.

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The neurophysiology lab provides several tests to assist in the diagnosis and treatment of conditions of the brain and nervous system. Some examples of the conditions that are seen are epilepsy, myasthenia gravis, and multiple sclerosis. The lab has a highly skilled staff of technologists who perform tests independently and in conjunction with physicians depending on what type of test is requested.

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Neuropsychology treats and assesses the structure and functions of the brain as they relate to specific psychological processes and behaviors, such as memory and cognitive abilities. Neuropsychologists work with patients on a range of neurological issues including epilepsy, Alzheimer’s, and Parkinson’s Disease and stroke.

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Neuro-ophthalmology concerns disorders of the brain, nerves, and muscles that affect vision. It covers a wide variety of conditions that fall at the border of neurology and ophthalmology. Five of the 12 cranial nerves in the head serve the vision. The clinic assesses visual problems affecting the pathways carrying visual signals to the brain and those which move the eyes.

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The Toronto Western Hospital has a renowned surgical neuro-oncology program, which directly links with the Princess Margaret Cancer Centre at UHN. The neurosurgeons can diagnose and provide surgical treatment for patients with brain tumours, while the team members at the Gerry and Nancy Pencer Brain Tumour Centre at Princess Margaret Cancer Centre provide cancer care for patients who don’t need surgery.

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The clinic specializes in the diagnosis and management of all neuromuscular conditions. The clinic provides care for patients with routine neuromuscular assessments such as carpal tunnel syndrome or radiculopathies, as well as complex conditions, including neuromuscular junction disorders such as myasthenia gravis, diabetic neuropathy, inflammatory neuropathy (CIDP/GBS) and muscular dystrophy. The clinic provides outpatient and selected inpatient consultations and follow-up for patients with chronic neuromuscular conditions. ​

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The Neurology Service is a fee-for-service outpatient assessment program for individuals who have sustained a head, brain, neck, or other neurological injuries, usually through a work-related incident. The injury has often left a person with severe problems. They could have trouble thinking and reasoning or have difficulty with moving and their motor coordination. They could have neurological damage or have psychiatric or social issues.

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Before founding Trillium Neurology Consultants, Dr. Jamsheed Desai saw a need for a different kind of Neurological Clinic. Drawing inspiration from his patients, he saw a need for a clinic that listened to patient stories and provided great patient-driven care. So in 2016, Dr. Desai founded Trillium Neurology Consultants to better serve neurological patients in the west Greater Toronto Area and provide patient-driven care.

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Telephone: 416-461-8272 ext. 6406 (Neuro Line)

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The clinic is staffed by a specialist in disorders of the nervous system, including the brain. The clinic provides assessments and consultations for problems that include seizure disorders, headaches, stroke, neuromuscular disorders, and Parkinson’s disease.