Neurologist
/njʊˈrɒlədʒɪst/
Definitions
A physician specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of disorders of the nervous system, including the brain, spinal cord, and nerves.
/njʊˈrɒlədʒɪst/
A medical doctor specializing in disorders of the nervous system.
The neurologist ordered an MRI to assess the patient's condition.
💡 Simply: Imagine your brain and nerves are like the wires of your body's computer. A neurologist is like the computer repair person, figuring out what's wrong when something goes haywire, like with headaches or memory problems.
👶 For kids: A doctor who helps you when your brain or nerves aren't working right, like when you have a headache or trouble moving.
More Examples
She consulted with a neurologist regarding her symptoms of numbness and tingling.
The hospital has a team of experienced neurologists.
How It's Used
"The patient was referred to a neurologist after experiencing persistent headaches."
"A neurologist can diagnose and treat conditions like epilepsy and multiple sclerosis."
From 'neuro-' (relating to nerves) and '-logist' (a person who studies). The term emerged in the late 19th century with the specialization of medicine.
The term 'neurologist' gained prominence with the growth of specialized medicine in the late 19th century, reflecting the increasing understanding of the nervous system.
Memory tip
Think of 'neuro' (brain/nerves) + 'logist' (specialist) - the brain doctor!
Practice
Word Origin
Root: neuro- (nerve) + -logist (one who studies)