Lawrence D. Robbins, MD

Neurologist

Dr. Lawrence D. Robbins is a Neurologist in Riverwoods, IL with special training and skill in studying, diagnosing, and treating disorders of the nervous system (the brain and spinal cord). As a Neurologist, Lawrence D. Robbins, 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.

Brain Injury Doctor

Dr. Lawrence D. Robbins is a Brain Injury Doctor in Riverwoods, IL with special training and skill in diagnosing, treating, and preventing brain damage. As a Brain Injury Doctor, Lawrence D. Robbins, MD performs tests and procedures to identify and restore brain function. Brain Injury Medicine is the treatment of brain dysfunctions caused by injury. Significant diseases and conditions treated by Brain Injury Doctors include seizures, concussions, and strokes. Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by Brain Injury Doctors include performing MRI or CT scans to detect tumors or injuries, prescribing medications, and managing rehabilitation.

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.