PRACTICE AREAS

One of the main areas of focus for my clinic is headache management.

Most people have headaches that are occasional. However, if you are having frequent headaches, speak to your family physician for a referral, as you may have chronic headaches. There are many different types of headaches. The primary headaches are migraines, tension headaches, and less commonly Trigeminal Autonomic Cephaglia. There are various treatments available depending on the subtype of headache you have. This includes but not limited to, medications, Botox, and injections.

However, if you have a sudden onset, severe headaches, at times accompanied by stiff neck, confusion, seizure, double vision, you should seek medical attention immediately.

Non ICBC cases.

WCB accepted for headaches only.

A concussion is a mild traumatic brain injury, often caused by blow to the head, that may affect some parts of the brain. The symptoms may include headaches and problems with concentration, memory, balance and coordination. Most people usually recover fully after a concussion.

Epilepsy is a brain condition that can lead to recurring seizures. There are different types of seizures. In some patients the cause can be determined in others the cause will remain unknown.

Having one seizure episode does not mean you have epilepsy. Epilepsy is diagnosed if you've had at least two seizures at least 24 hours apart. There are many medications to treat Epilepsy.

Essential tremor is a neurological condition that causes involuntary and rhythmic shaking. It is most common in the hands and can occur when doing simple tasks. It is usually not a dangerous condition.

Parkinson’s disease is a progressive disorder that can effect the nervous system. Symptoms may start slowly and may include, among others, slowness of movement, tremor in one hand. There is currently no cure but treatment may improve the symptoms.

Non acute cases.

A stroke occurs when the blood supply to part of the brain is blocked or bleeding in the brain. With secondary stroke prevention, the aim is to decrease risk of a stroke from recurring.

A stroke is a medical emergency. You need to call 9-1-1 if you experience any signs/symptoms of a stroke.

Trigeminal Neuralgia can cause electric shock like pain on one side of the face. Mild stimulation such as brushing your teeth, light touching, may trigger the pain. Variety of treatment options are available which include medications, Botox injections, or surgery.

Migraines headaches are a common neurological condition.

Vestibular migraines can involve migraine headaches, vertigo usually lasting minutes to sometimes days.

Vestibular migraines are treated just like migraines with medications, Botox, and injections.