Neurólogo (en. Neurologist)

/neu̯ˈɾoloɡo/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
Medical specialist in the study and treatment of nervous system disorders.
The neurologist diagnosed Alzheimer's disease in the patient.
El neurólogo diagnosticó la enfermedad de Alzheimer en el paciente.
Professional who conducts research on brain functions and neurological disorders.
The neurologist participated in a study on multiple sclerosis.
El neurólogo participó en un estudio sobre la esclerosis múltiple.
Doctor who treats conditions such as migraines, epilepsy, and strokes.
My grandfather went to the neurologist for his memory problem.
Mi abuelo fue al neurólogo por su problema de memoria.

Etymology

From Greek 'neuron', meaning 'nerve', and 'logia', meaning 'study'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

consultation with a neurologist
To visit a medical specialist in neurology.
consulta con un neurólogo
neurological examination
Evaluation of the function of the nervous system.
examen neurológico
treat a neurological disorder
Addressing conditions of the nervous system.
tratar un trastorno neurológico

Related Words

neurology
The branch of medicine that deals with the nervous system.
neurología
neuroscience
Study of the structures and functions of the nervous system.
neurociencia
neurosurgeon
Surgeon specialized in operations on the nervous system.
neurocirujano

Slang Meanings

Brain guy
That neurologist is a real brain guy.
Ese neurólogo es un verdadero chico del cerebro.
Doctor of neurons
I went to the doctor of neurons because I had headaches.
Fui al doctor de las neuronas porque tenía dolores de cabeza.