Rowena A. Chua, MD

Neurologist

Dr. Rowena A. Chua is a Neurologist in Evanston, IL with special training and skill in studying, diagnosing, and treating disorders of the nervous system (the brain and spinal cord). As a Neurologist, Rowena A. Chua, MD performs diagnostic tests and a wide variety of neurological and cognitive treatments for a range of neurological disorders. Neurology is the branch of biology that studies, assesses, and treats the anatomy, functions, and organic disorders of the nervous system. Significant diseases and conditions treated by Neurologists include coordination problems, muscle weakness, sensation changes, confusion, dizziness, cluster headaches, migraines, seizure disorders like epilepsy, stroke, multiple sclerosis, neuromuscular disorders, encephalitis, meningitis, brain abscesses, neurodegenerative disorders like Lou Gehrig's disease and Alzheimer's, as well as spinal cord inflammatory and autoimmune disorders. Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by Neurologists include lumbar puncture, tensilon test, EEG, CT scan, MRI scan, PET scan, angiography, and sleep studies for diagnosis, then the presciption of physiotherapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, pain management, medication and/or lifestyle changes.

A Neurologist specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases or impaired function of the brain, spinal cord, peripheral nerves, muscles, autonomic nervous system, and blood vessels that relate to these structures.

Anti-Aging Medicine Doctor

Dr. Rowena A. Chua is an Anti-Aging Medicine Doctor in Evanston, IL with special training and skill in mitigating the effects of aging. As an Anti-Aging Medicine Doctor, Rowena A. Chua, MD performs treatments and therapies to decelerate the natural aging process. Anti-Aging Medicine is the treatment and prevention of age-related dysfunctions. Significant diseases and conditions treated by Anti-Aging Medicine Doctors include hormone imbalance, muscle loss, bone density loss, brain fog, cardiovascular dysfunction, and nutrient deficiency. Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by Anti-Aging Medicine Doctors include nutritional therapy, physical therapy, fitness planning, hormone balancing, telomere support, PRP and stem cell therapies, and psychological support.