Crystal Lake, IL
Call 815-356-7494Neurological evaluation and treatment in Crystal Lake for patients across southeastern McHenry County and the northwest suburbs.
Neurologist in Crystal Lake →Amarish Dave, DO — Board Certified Neurologist · 20+ years caring for patients
Expert Neurology Care Close to Home
Neurologist serving McHenry County, Northwest Chicago Suburbs & Southern Wisconsin, with in-person care in Crystal Lake, Woodstock, and Lake Geneva.
Text 815-276-7050 with your first name and the word "appointment"
Find a locationPrefer to call? 815-337-7100 · In-person visits and televisits (telehealth) are both available.
Board-certified neurologist
20+ years of clinical experience
Memory and dementia expertise
Three convenient regional offices
Conditions We Treat
Start with the problem you're having. Each page explains what is evaluated, what testing may be involved, and when to be seen.
Memory Loss & Dementia
Structured evaluation of memory change, including causes that are treatable, with follow-up over time.
Alzheimer's Disease
Diagnosis, testing and treatment planning for the most common cause of dementia, with family guidance.
Parkinson's Disease
Evaluation of slowness, stiffness and tremor, with medication management and exercise-based care.
Tremor
Distinguishing essential tremor from Parkinson's disease, medication effects and other causes.
Neuropathy
Burning, numbness and tingling in the feet or hands — finding the cause and protecting nerve function.
Headache & Migraine
Accurate headache diagnosis with acute and preventive treatment aimed at fewer, less disabling attacks.
Dizziness & Balance Disorders
Sorting out vertigo, lightheadedness and unsteadiness, with strength, balance and fall-prevention planning.
Seizures
Evaluation after a first seizure or unexplained spells, including EEG testing and safety guidance.
Multiple Sclerosis
Evaluation of symptoms suspicious for MS and long-term neurological care after diagnosis.
Stroke
Follow-up care after stroke or TIA, with risk-factor treatment aimed at preventing another event.
Neuromuscular Disorders
Nerve and muscle problems including carpal tunnel syndrome, weakness and nerve entrapment.
General Neurology
Evaluation of unexplained neurological symptoms and second opinions on an existing diagnosis.
Nutrition, sleep, exercise, and lifestyle are built into every treatment plan — not afterthoughts.
Brain health & dementia risk reduction →In-Person Neurology Locations
Choose a Convenient Location
Woodstock, IL
Call 815-337-7100Neurological care in Woodstock for patients across central and northern McHenry County.
Neurologist in Woodstock →Lake Geneva, WI
Call 262-245-0535Neurological evaluation in Lake Geneva for Walworth County, southern Wisconsin and far northern Illinois.
Neurologist in Lake Geneva →Neurology Care Across Northern Illinois & Southern Wisconsin
In-person locations
Crystal Lake, IL · Woodstock, IL · Lake Geneva, WI — the practice's three physical office locations.
Communities we serve
Patients travel from McHenry, Huntley, Algonquin, Cary, Lake in the Hills, Harvard, Barrington, Schaumburg, Hoffman Estates, Palatine, Arlington Heights, Elgin, St. Charles and the Milwaukee area. These are service areas, not office locations.
Explore Offices & Areas We Serve →Work-related neurological injuries
Persistent numbness, weakness, radiating pain or headaches after a workplace injury deserve a careful neurological assessment.
A companion resource for families
Looking for dementia information and Illinois resources?
The Illinois Dementia Guide is a comprehensive educational resource for Illinois families navigating memory loss and dementia, including practical dementia information, caregiver guidance, and local resources.
When Should You See a Neurologist?
Some symptoms are worth evaluating early, when there is more that can be done. Consider an appointment for any of the following:
- Memory changes noticed by you or your family
- Persistent, worsening or new headaches
- Tremor or shaking of the hands or head
- Numbness or tingling in the feet or hands
- Weakness in an arm, leg, hand or foot
- Dizziness, vertigo or lightheadedness
- Balance problems, falls or a change in walking
- Seizures, staring spells or blackouts
- New difficulty with speech, vision or coordination
- Unexplained neurological symptoms without a clear diagnosis
Text 815-276-7050 with your first name and the word "appointment" and the office will call you back to schedule.
Request a Neurology Appointment
Text 815-276-7050 with your first name and the word "appointment," or call 815-337-7100 to schedule. Our office will follow up to confirm your evaluation.
In-person visits and televisits (telehealth) are both available.
What happens after you text
Text 815-276-7050 with your first name and the word "appointment." Our office calls you back to schedule — you do not need to fill out a form.
When you'll hear back
Texts and calls received during office hours are typically returned the same business day. You can also call 815-337-7100 directly.
Insurance and referrals
Insurance participation and referral requirements vary by plan. Our office will confirm what your plan requires before your visit.
Text 815-276-7050 with your first name and the word "appointment"
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