Neuroradiologist
Dr. Michael Knipfing is a Neuroradiologist in Charleston, SC
with special training and skill in diagnosing spine, neck, head, and central nervous system conditions by strategically using neuroimaging techniques.
As a Neuroradiologist, Michael Knipfing, DO performs
X-rays, computed tomography (CT) or magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scans to detect neurological dysfunctions. Neuroradiology is
a subspecialty of radiology that diagnoses and characterizes abnormalities of the central and peripheral nervous system. Significant diseases and conditions treated by
Neuroradiologists include cerebrovascular diseases, head, neck, and spinal diseases, carotid blowout syndrome, epistaxis, and facial hemangioma.
Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by Neuroradiologists
include computed tomography (CT), diffuse optical imaging, event-related optical signal, magnetic resonance imaging, functional magnetic resonance imaging, magnetoencephalography, positron emission tomography, single-photon emission computed tomography, and cranial ultrasound.
A radiologist who diagnoses and treats diseases utilizing imaging procedures as they relate to the brain, spine and spinal cord, head, neck and organs of special sense in adults and children.
Neuroradiologists in Charleston, SC
Diagnostic Neuroimaging Radiologist
Dr. Michael Knipfing is a Diagnostic Neuroimaging Radiologist in Charleston, SC
with special training and skill in interpreting medical images of the brain and spine.
As a Diagnostic Neuroimaging Radiologist, Michael Knipfing, DO performs
imaging of the head, neck, and spine. Diagnostic Neuroimaging is
the use of medical imaging to identify neurological issues. Significant diseases and conditions treated by
Diagnostic Neuroimaging Radiologists include injuries, epilepsy, multiple sclerosis, Alzheimer's disease, and brain tumors.
Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by Diagnostic Neuroimaging Radiologists
include CT scan, MRI, MR spectroscopy, and PET scan.
A licensed physician, who has completed a residency program in Neurology, and who has additional training, experience, and competence in the standards of performance and interpretation of Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI / MRA) of the head, spine, and peripheral nerves, and Computed Tomography (CT) of the head and spine. Physicians are trained in the administration of contrast media and the recognition and treatment of adverse reactions to contrast media. Neuroimaging training encompasses thorough knowledge of clinical neurology, neurophysiology, neuroanatomy, neurochemistry, neuropharmacology, and dynamics of cerebrospinal fluid circulation. Physicians possess special expertise in the technical aspects and clinical applications of each of the modalities and techniques of neuroimaging.
Diagnostic Neuroimaging Radiologists in Charleston, SC
Family Medicine Doctor
Dr. Michael Knipfing is a Family Medicine Doctor in Charleston, SC
with special training and skill in family-centric healthcare.
As a Family Medicine Doctor, Michael Knipfing, DO performs
medical history analysis, diagnostics, and treatments for a wide variety of dysfunctions, conditions, and injuries. Family Medicine is
a medical specialty devoted to the medical care of the family unit. Significant diseases and conditions treated by
Family Medicine Doctors include cold and flu, asthma and allergies, ear and eye infections, yeast infections, diabetes, high blood pressure, hormone imbalance, nutritional imbalance, stress and depression, muscle tears and sprains, and sexually transmitted diseases.
Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by Family Medicine Doctors
include annual exams, immunizations, medication refills, hormone level testing, cardiovascular testing, pap smears and genital exams, specialist referrals, and patient education.
Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.
Family Medicine Doctors in Charleston, SC
Primary Care Doctor
Primary Care Doctors in Charleston, SC
