Dr. Leonard Verhagen metman MD
Neurologist | Neurology
1725 W Harrison #755 Neuroscience In Chicago IL, 60612About
Dr. Leonard Verhagen Metman is a Movement Disorder Neurologist and Professor of Neurological Sciences in Chicago, IL. Dr. Verhagen studies, evaluates, diagnoses, and treats movement disorders including Parkinsons disease. He is a specialist in advanced therapies such as deep brain stimulation (DBS), MR guided focused ultrasound, and infusion therapies.
Education and Training
Leiden University Faculty of Medicine
Board Certification
American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
Provider Details
Dr. Leonard Verhagen metman MD's Expert Contributions
Progressing numbness
You probably should discuss with your cardiologist if an MRI compatible pacemaker can replace the current one. You will need multiple MRIs before and after possible spine surgery. Short of that, a CT scan/myelogram can give very helpful information. X-rays are just not good enough. With the perineal numbness make sure they get a good look not only at LS but also bottom of T spine. Best wishes! READ MORE
About tics
Hi Anna- It sounds like you are describing tics, which may be representing Tourette’s syndrome. You should see a movement disorder neurologist. As patients get older the tics usually lessen. There are also medications that can help, and that would be a good option if the tics interfere with your quality of life. Tics oftentimes are associated with anxiety and ADHD, which you mention are not unfamiliar to you. Sometimes drugs for ADHD can make tics a bit worse. Again, go to a movement disorder doctor, and ask if this person is seeing a lot of tic patients. best of luck! READ MORE
Areas of expertise and specialization
Faculty Titles & Positions
- Professor, Neurological Sciences Rush University, Chicago 1999 - Present
Awards
- Top Doctors 2022 Top Doctors
- Best Doctor 2021 Best Doctors of America
Treatments
- Parkinson's Disease
- Tremors
Professional Memberships
- Movement Disorder Society, American Academy of Neurology
Areas of research
Advanced therapies for Parkinson's disease, including deep rain stimulation (DBS), infusion therapies, new drug therapies
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