Brain Injury Psychiatrist & Neurologist
Dr. John W. Cassidy is a Brain Injury Psychiatrist & Neurologist in Houston, TX
with special training and skill in treating nervous system dysfunctions, mental illnesses, and emotional-behavioral disorders.
As a Brain Injury Psychiatrist & Neurologist, John W. Cassidy, MD performs
diagnostic procedures and treatments to address various effects of brain injuries. Brain Injury Medicine Psychiatry & Neurology is
the study of the neurological and psychological effects of brain injuries. Significant diseases and conditions treated by
Brain Injury Psychiatrists & Neurologists include depression, concussions, epilepsy, Parkinson's disease, Alzheimer's disease, and schizophrenia.
Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by Brain Injury Psychiatrists & Neurologists
include CT or MRI scans, prescription medications, and psychotherapy.
A Brain Injury Medicine physician specializes in disorders of brain function due to injury and disease. These disorders encompass a range of medical, physical, neurologic, cognitive, sensory, and behavioral disorders that result in psychosocial, educational, and vocational consequences.
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Neurologist
Dr. John W. Cassidy is a Neurologist in Houston, TX
with special training and skill in studying, diagnosing, and treating disorders of the nervous system (the brain and spinal cord).
As a Neurologist, John W. Cassidy, 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.
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Neurodevelopmental Disabilities Psychiatrist & Neurologist
A pediatrician or neurologist who specializes in the diagnosis and management of chronic conditions that affect the developing and mature nervous system such as cerebral palsy, mental retardation and chronic behavioral syndromes, or neurologic conditions.
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Psychiatrist
Dr. John W. Cassidy is a Psychiatrist in Houston, TX
with special training and skill in diagnosing and treating people with mental illness.
As a Psychiatrist, John W. Cassidy, MD performs
mental health assessment, helps patients manage long-term mental health conditions, offers medical treatment and therapy for a wide variety of psychological disorders, provides patient and parent education, and offers referrals to other medical specialists as needed. Psychiatry is
a medical specialty centered on diagnosing and treating patients suffering from a wide variety of mental illnesses and cognitive disorders. Significant diseases and conditions treated by
Psychiatrists include anxiety, depression, suicidal thoughts, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), delusional thought processes, self-harm disorders, eating disorders, specific phobias, drug, alcohol, and gambling addiction, and mood disorders.
Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by Psychiatrists
include mental health evaluation and diagnosis, psychotherapy, cognitive behavior therapy (CBT), electroconvulsive therapy, medication prescription, exposure therapy, grief counseling, marriage counseling, and referral to other specialists as needed.
A Psychiatrist specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental disorders, emotional disorders, psychotic disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, substance-related disorders, sexual and gender identity disorders and adjustment disorders. Biologic, psychological, and social components of illnesses are explored and understood in treatment of the whole person. Tools used may include diagnostic laboratory tests, prescribed medications, evaluation and treatment of psychological and interpersonal problems with individuals and families, and intervention for coping with stress, crises, and other problems.
Psychiatrists in Houston, TX
Behavioral Neurologist & Neuropsychiatrist
Dr. John W. Cassidy is a Behavioral Neurologist & Neuropsychiatrist in Houston, TX
with special training and skill in understanding how the nervous system affects behavior.
As a Behavioral Neurologist & Neuropsychiatrist, John W. Cassidy, MD performs
diagnostic tests and treatments for nervous system disorders. Behavioral Neurology & Neuropsychiatry is
the treatment of behavioral disorders caused by neurological dysfunctions. Significant diseases and conditions treated by
Behavioral Neurologists & Neuropsychiatrists include traumatic brain injury, epilepsy, dementia, and multiple sclerosis.
Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by Behavioral Neurologists & Neuropsychiatrists
include prescription medication, physical therapy, behavioral therapy, and surgery.
Behavioral Neurology & Neuropsychiatry is a medical subspecialty involving the diagnosis and treatment of neurologically based behavioral issues.
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