Neurologist's house call

The central and peripheral nervous systems control almost all processes inside the body, so when their function is disrupted, patients may experience various symptoms: dizziness, weakness in the arms and legs, impaired coordination of movements, and even vision problems. The diagnosis and treatment of such conditions are carried out by neurologists, or neuropathologists.

At “Oxford Medical,” you can receive a consultation with a neurologist not only at the clinic but also by calling the doctor to your home. Specialists travel to all districts of Kyiv and the suburbs within a 30 km radius.

This service is optimal for people who are ill, feel unwell, or cannot visit the medical center for other reasons.

A neurologist consultation is recommended for such symptoms as:

• frequent headaches;

• dizziness;

• numbness of the hands and feet;

• weakness in the legs and arms;

• unsteady gait;

• pain in the neck, back, or joints;

• hand tremors;

• tingling sensations;

• decreased tactile sensitivity;

• double vision, flickering spots before the eyes;

• tachycardia;

• shortness of breath at rest or with light exertion;

• fluctuations in blood pressure;

• convulsions;

• ringing in the ears;

• sleep problems;

• memory impairment;

• feelings of anxiety;

• dysfunction of pelvic organs (urinary or fecal incontinence), etc.

For many people, due to health problems or a busy schedule, it is difficult to visit clinics. Because of this, some postpone a doctor’s visit for weeks, which often leads to disease progression and complications. To ensure all patients can receive timely medical care, “Oxford Medical” provides the opportunity to call doctors of various specialties at home.

A neurologist consultation at home is recommended for patients:

• of advanced age;

• with limited physical abilities;

• with severe chronic diseases;

• with weakened immunity;

• during acute illnesses.

The neurologist arrives at the patient’s home at the agreed time. During the consultation, the doctor:

• Learns the patient’s complaints.

• Studies the medical history – past illnesses, results of previous examinations, treatment prescriptions.

• Conducts an examination – performs neurological tests that allow assessing a number of reflexes and detecting disorders typical of various diseases.

• Makes a preliminary diagnosis and prescribes treatment – sometimes intramuscular injections and IV drips are prescribed, for which a nurse can be called.

• If diagnostics are needed, prescribes tests and other examinations, and after receiving the results – a follow-up consultation.

Most often, during the visit, the neurologist conducts a thorough examination and a set of neurological tests, which allows making a preliminary diagnosis and immediately prescribing treatment.

If the patient is already undergoing therapy, the doctor may adjust prescriptions, considering the remaining symptoms and the patient’s response to medications.

In complex cases with nonspecific symptoms, additional diagnostics may be required: blood tests, cardiogram (ECG), electroencephalography (EEG), electroneuromyography, vascular Doppler, etc.

If the patient cannot visit the clinic, a nurse can be called home to collect tests and perform an ECG. Other examinations are performed only at the clinic – for patient transportation, a team of specialists can be called to arrange transfer there and back.

When called at home, the neurologist assesses the patient’s condition and individually selects the most optimal diagnostic and treatment plan, considering their health and other circumstances.