Who do neurologists work with?

Neurologists work with primary care physicians and other doctors, neurosurgeons, and radiologists. Here is a closer look at the variety of medical professionals that a neurologist works with:

• Primary care physicians and other doctors. Neurologists work closely with primary care physicians and other doctors that act as the first point of contact for a patient's medical care. These medical professionals then might refer a patient to a neurologist based on symptoms and conditions. All work together to give effective treatment plans.
• Neurosurgeons. Most neurologists often work with neurosurgeons because neurosurgeons specialize in surgeries for neurological conditions. When a patient's neurological condition prompts a surgical solution, a neurologist collaborates with a neurosurgeon to determine the best surgical approach and ensure a cohesive plan.
• Radiologists. Neurologists often work with radiologists because they rely on these professionals' expertise, mainly in the interpreting of diagnostic imaging studies with the use of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), computed tomography (CT) scans, and electroencephalography (EEG).