World Citi Med's new specialized facility, the Neurodiagnostic Center is now ready to serve its communities. It is a comprehensive care destination for neurology patients for pediatrics and adult, for both outpatients and inpatients. It is designed to have physical and emotional support environment. With highly competent neurologists and technicians on staff, our Neurodiagnostic Center offers services to assist area physicians in diagnosing and treating a variety of conditions of the central nervous system (brain and spinal cord) and peripheral nervous system (muscles and nerve). This includes diagnosis of epilepsy, stroke and other neurological conditions including congenital malformations. The immediate and excellent image of the results assists your physicians for better diagnosis and treatment.
ELECTROENCEPHALOGRAM (EEG)
What is an EEG?
What are some common uses of the procedure?
An electroencephalogram (EEG) may be done to:What are the preparations needed for EEG?
What is a Cranial or Head Ultrasound?
A cranial or head ultrasound is a safe and painless test that uses sound waves to make images of the brain. Babies whose skulls have not yet fully developed - that is - they still have their soft spots on their head called fontanels can safely undergo this procedure. The soft spot makes it possible for the ultrasound waves to penetrate and reach the brain.WHY DO DOCTORS ORDER A CRANIAL OR HEAD ULTRASOUND OF THE PEDIATRIC BRAIN?
WHAT DO DOCTORS SAY TO THE PARENT/S OF THE BABY TO PREPARE FOR IT?
WILL THE ULTRASOUND HURT?
The gel may feel slightly cold and wet and the baby may feel a slight pressure on the soft spot on his/her head but will not feel pain.
HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE?
The entire process takes 15-30 minutes and involves an ultrasound machine, a selection of transducers effective for a neonatal brain ultrasound examination, an examination table, positioning aids like pillows, a chair, acoustic gel and gel warmers, antibacterial wipes or solution, examination gloves, bed linen and towels, and a sonographer’s worksheet.
WHEN WILL THE RESULT BECOME AVAILABLE?
1-2 days but can be released immediately in emergency cases like an abnormal test result.
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What is a Transcranial Doppler?
A transcranial doppler ultrasound evaluates both the direction and velocity of the blood flow in the major cerebral arteries of the brain as well as asses the risk of stroke in adults and children. It is the test of choice for: A transcranial doppler ultrasound evaluates both the direction and velocity of the blood flow in the major cerebral arteries of the brain as well as asses the risk of stroke in adults and children. It is the test of chWHY DOCTORS ORDER A TRANSCRANIAL DOPPLER ULTRASOUND?
WHAT DO DOCTORS SAY TO THEIR PATIENTS TO PREPARE FOR IT?
WILL THE ULTRASOUND HURT?
No. Though pulse-like sounds that change in pitch as the blood flow is monitored and measured may be distracting to the patient. HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE? The entire test lasts at least 45 minutes. During the procedure, the patient lies on a gurney. The technician applies a small amount of gel at the temples, over the closed eyelids, under the jaw and at the base ofWHEN WILL THE RESULT BECOME AVAILABLE?
1-2 days but can be released immediately in emergency cases like an abnormal test result.
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What is Muscle or Musculoskeletal Ultrasound?
Ultrasound imaging uses sound waves to produce pictures of muscles, tendons, ligaments and joints throughout the body. It is used to help diagnose muscle dystrophy , neuropathy and other soft tissue conditions.What are some common uses of the procedure?
Ultrasound images are typically used to help diagnose:What is Spinal Ultrasound?
Spinal ultrasound is a non-invasive diagnostic imaging technique used to evaluate individuals for possible defects of the spinal column or spinal cord.What are some common uses of the procedure?
Ultrasound of the spine and para-spinal tissues medically necessary in newborns and infants for the following indications:De Guzman, Ma. Cecilia E. M.D. | Room 219 Loc. 219 |
Neuro-Psychiatrist | 06:00 PM – 08:00 PM |
Mon-Wed-Fri |
Diaz, Joselito B. M.D. | Room 203 Loc. 203 |
Neuro-Psychiatrist | 02:00 PM – 05:00 PM |
Tue & Wed |
Gonzales, Ma. Carmencita B. M.D. | Room 219 Loc. 219 |
Neuro-Psychiatrist | |
Tue-Wed-Thu | 04:00 PM – 06:00 PM |
Friday | 10:00 AM – 12:00 NN |
Saturday | 03:00 PM – 05:00 PM |
Location : | Ground Floor |
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Direct Line : | 462-90-11 |
Office Hours : | 8:00am-5:00pm (Mon - Sat) |