Brain Health
Brain Health Is More Than Medication
Diagnosis and treatment come first, but nutrition, movement, sleep, hearing and cardiovascular risk control shape how the brain ages and how well people function. They are discussed in every visit, not added as an afterthought.
Guides
Brain Health and Dementia Risk Reduction
The modifiable factors most consistently linked to cognitive aging, and what they can and cannot promise.
Read guide →Brain-Healthy Nutrition
Practical, non-restrictive eating guidance that fits into neurological treatment plans.
Read guide →Exercise and Brain Health
What kind of activity, how much, and how it is adapted for specific neurological conditions.
Read guide →Sleep and Brain Health
Sleep problems affect memory, headache and seizure control — and many are treatable.
Read guide →Where lifestyle fits in neurological care
- Memory concerns — blood pressure, sleep apnea, hearing, activity and diet pattern
- Migraine — consistent sleep, regular meals, hydration and graded exercise
- Neuropathy — glucose control, weight, alcohol reduction and foot care
- Parkinson's disease — exercise as treatment, plus balance and fall prevention
- Stroke prevention — blood pressure, lipids, diabetes and smoking cessation
- Epilepsy — sleep consistency and alcohol moderation alongside medication
None of these measures is a guarantee, and none replaces evaluation of a new or worsening symptom. They are the part of the plan that patients control between visits.
Schedule a Neurology Visit
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.
Please do not send urgent or emergency medical information by text. If you believe you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 911 or seek emergency medical attention. Please avoid sending sensitive medical information by ordinary SMS unless instructed otherwise.